North West University Botanical Garden
North West University Botanical Garden, Cachet, Potchefstroom, Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality, South Africa- Public Access
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About this hotel
Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and style at ARK Guesthouse in Potchefstroom. Our air-conditioned rooms are perfect for a relaxing stay, just a short distance from popular attractions like Potchefstroom Country Club and North-West University Botanical Garden.
Modern Amenities
Each room is equipped with a kettle, private bathroom, and free WiFi to ensure a convenient and enjoyable stay. You can unwind in our garden or explore nearby sites like PUK Oval and Fanie du Toit Sportsgrounds.
Convenient Location
Located just 132 km from Lanseria International Airport, our sustainable property offers private parking and family rooms for your convenience. Book your stay at ARK Guesthouse for a memorable experience.
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Important Information
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.
Stay Details
Check-in from
02:00 PM
Check-out by
11:00 AM
Parking
FREE
Children
Allowed
Pets
Not allowed
Amenities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Safety deposit box
Facilities for disabled guests
Breakfast in the room
Non-smoking throughout
Private parking
Private check-in/check-out
Wheelchair accessible
Shared kitchen
Toilet with grab rails
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Contactless check-in/check-out
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Food delivered to guest room
CCTV outside property
CCTV in common areas
Access to health care professionals
Face masks for guests available
24-hour security
Security alarm
Breakfast takeaway containers
Room Types
Large Double Room
Up to 2 guests60 sqmExtra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the kitchen that features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a seating area, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
60 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
ShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingKitchenTile/marble floorDining areaElectric kettle
Double Room with Pool View
Up to 2 guests50 sqmDouble bed (131-150 cm wide)
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The fully equipped kitchen has a stovetop, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a seating area, a dining area, an electric kettle as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults
Beds
Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Room details
50 sqm
Pool View, Garden View
In-room amenities
TVAir conditioningHair dryerDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingDressing roomKitchenTile/marble floorDining areaElectric kettleOvenStovetop
Double Room with Private Bathroom
Up to 2 guests50 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The well-fitted kitchen has a stovetop, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a seating area, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
50 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
ShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingDressing roomKitchenTile/marble floorDining areaElectric kettleWardrobe or closet
Family Room with Bathroom
Up to 2 guests60 sqmTwin bed (90-130 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. In the kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The spacious air-conditioned family room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a seating area, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Twin bed (90-130 cm wide), Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) (181-210 cm wide)
Room details
60 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
ShowerSafety deposit boxTVAir conditioningHair dryerMini-fridgeRefrigeratorDeskSeating AreaToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingSatellite channelsKitchenTile/marble floor
Standard Double Room
Up to 2 guests50 sqmQueen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave. The spacious air-conditioned double room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a wardrobe, an electric kettle as well as garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Sleeps
Up to 2 guests
2 adults · 1 children
Beds
Queen bed (151-180 cm wide)
Room details
50 sqm
Garden View
In-room amenities
ShowerTVAir conditioningHair dryerDeskToiletMicrowavePrivate bathroomHeatingDressing roomKitchenTile/marble floorDining areaElectric kettleWardrobe or closetOven
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Guest reviews(380 total)
Provider-sourced guest reviews.
10/10
Reviewed Sep 16, 2026Everything Was Excellent, I Wouldn't Mind Booking There Again.
9/10
Reviewed Sep 6, 2026La cucina per la colazione, le camere molto grandi, il parco
8/10
Reviewed Sep 1, 2026Very safe and secure, owner was very welcoming and accommodated for late check in. Also accommodate for halaal breakfasts which was awesome. The kitchen is open and love the fact you can grab some eats on the go if you have no time.
Shower could do with revamp, including door.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 23, 2026All fine
Location and resources
10/10
Reviewed Aug 16, 2026Die gas Vryheid was die beste baie mooi plek en netjies goeie ontbyd en Sal die ARK GUESTHOUSE enige tyd aan beveel
10/10
Reviewed Aug 15, 2026It was like a home away from home. Comfortable bed. Attention to detail. Free all day breakfast.
It needs a name board, but due to its exclusive area it would be improper to spoil the area with a name board
8/10
Reviewed Aug 14, 2026The guesthouse was clean and spacious.
Our breakfast was cold
10/10
Reviewed Aug 11, 2026Welcome, Facility, Cleanness, Host Professionalism Exellency...Exceptionally very good visit, Breakfast is Woooooow..... This treatment is of a Hotel
None, the guesthouse is more like a five star hotel and the host Mrs Pinnar is so welcoming and very Professional... This is my no one guesthouse in Porch..... Nothing to Dislike
9/10
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026Die ontbyt was onverbeterlik ! Baie dankie.
10/10
Reviewed Aug 2, 2026The friendly staff, the best showers and location
10/10
Reviewed Jul 25, 2026The food
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Jul 25, 2026Great guesthouse, great host overall an excellent choice in Potch, the 24 hours snacks is an absolutely fabulous idea with communal kitchen
10/10
Reviewed Jul 20, 2026exceptional best ever received a great breakfast, biltong and soup
10/10
Reviewed Jul 6, 2026Very clean and quiet
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed Jul 3, 2026Clean, luxurious, comfortable
N/a
10/10
Reviewed Jun 28, 2026Great breakfast
9/10
Reviewed Jun 20, 2026close to shops, close to university
None
10/10
Reviewed Jun 19, 2026Lovely room and delicious breakfast.
NA
10/10
Reviewed Jun 9, 2026It wasn't my first time at ARK, it's always exceptional. Comfort Clean Safe
None
7/10
Reviewed Jun 8, 2026Clean, great breakfast, friendly staff
The check-in had a few hick-ups but all good in the end. There is a hair dryer but needs a correct plug. I could not dry my hair. Need a warm blanket for the winter
10/10
Reviewed Jun 8, 2026Clean; well maintained garden, very quiet and therapeutic. The owner and staff are very welcoming and friendly. Forever willing to go out of their way to assist. The place feels more like home. Spacious bedrooms, clean linen and comfortable bed
None
8/10
Reviewed Jun 5, 2026The property is clean and has easy access. Beautiful front garden and a friendly host.
In the morning dogs came to my window making noise and knocking on it.
10/10
Reviewed Jun 2, 2026The room is very spacious, clean and comfortable Pine is an excellent host
10/10
Reviewed May 15, 2026Pine è davvero un padrone di casa premuroso e gentile. Mi ha fornito tutte le istruzioni necessarie per vivere al meglio il mio soggiorno presso la sua struttura. Camera spaziosa, così come il bagno. Asciugamani puliti e asciutti ogni giorno. Partendo presto per andare alla fiera Nampo, preparava tutti i giorni una colazione take away. Grazie per l'ospitalità e spero di tornar ancora in questa struttura.
10/10
Reviewed May 11, 2026Location, cleanliness, friendly host and great breakfast
Not really anything
9/10
Reviewed May 10, 2026Easy access with excellent location. Property is well maintained and staff are exceptional.
NA
7/10
Reviewed May 3, 2026Close to NWU
I had hoped breakfast would be a buffet set up instead of pre dished up. This resulted in food being a waste as we didn’t eat some of the items served
10/10
Reviewed May 1, 2026Room was spacious and homely. Hosts very welcoming.
9/10
Reviewed Apr 27, 2026Very relaxing and warm
N/A
10/10
Reviewed Apr 27, 2026Fantastic host and very comfortable room. Beautiful estate! The breakfast was exceptional, and those freshly baked muffins were so good, I just had to take a few for the road. Better than any takeaways you can buy anywhere on the road.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 20, 2026Everything
Nothing
9/10
Reviewed Apr 17, 2026I like Everything about the place 😌 ☺️ 💕 😊 ✨️ 👌 especially the garden and ambiance for me was top 👌 👍
The visibility for the main entrance wasn't appealing i didn't liked it because it was too dark.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 14, 2026Very clean and quiet, had a peaceful night’s rest
Nothing
8/10
Reviewed Apr 14, 2026Close to the university, close to shopping complexes and easy assess to the lodge
Just cats at night, however, it’s the neighbourhood not the lodge
10/10
Reviewed Apr 3, 2026Easily accessible from the N12, close to shops, clean and value for the money
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Apr 1, 2026The tranquility, beautiful rooms and the special breakfast prepared by the host.
10/10
Reviewed Apr 1, 2026The property location is excellent and in a very safe suburb of Potchefstroom. Its also near the university and restaurants. The owner also go out of his way making your stay unforgettable. ARK Guesthouse feels like home away from home
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Apr 1, 2026Friendly people, beautiful place. Thank you
10/10
Reviewed Mar 31, 2026Beautiful guesthouse, very clean and in a calm/quiet area. Easy access to shopping centres and close to everything.
Nothing.
9/10
Reviewed Mar 30, 2026Absolutely everything 💯
10/10
Reviewed Mar 30, 2026Lovely and clean,very comfortable
8/10
Reviewed Mar 30, 2026It's clean and quiet. The bed was comfortable. The staff was very friendly, there's a 24 hour grab and go(snacks) which I found very thoughtful of them 🥰
The location, I was scared to drive there at night as it was very dark and isolated.
10/10
Reviewed Mar 27, 2026Secure private parking, clean room, welcoming host and free WiFi, close to the university and central to everything
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Mar 27, 2026The property is clean, host very friendly and close to the University
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Mar 19, 2026Very spacious and well appointed bedrooms in a beautiful setting in a very quiet part of Potchefstroom, close to the University. The owners and staff were so friendly and helpful, and went out of their way to make us feel welcome and comfortable. Access to a small kitchen and eating area with coffee, tea and snacks was available the whole day. Very spacious front garden with seating areas for guests. Safe parking was also available. We will most certainly be back.
Everything was wonderful.
7/10
Reviewed Mar 17, 2026Spacious and clean
It is at the outskirts and there was a lot of noise at night
9/10
Reviewed Mar 14, 2026Die ligging is uitstekend. Die stilte is n bonus!
10/10
Reviewed Mar 13, 2026I’ve been staying at ARK Guesthouse regularly for the past two years and it has consistently been an excellent experience. The hosts are incredibly friendly, helpful, and always go the extra mile to make guests feel welcome. The kitchen facilities are great and the complimentary continental breakfast is a wonderful touch. The location is also perfect – conveniently close to the university and nearby shopping center. Highly recommended!
9/10
Reviewed Mar 10, 2026Nice and Quiet. Beds are comfortable. Rooms are spacious.
Breakfast
10/10
Reviewed Mar 9, 2026Love this stay, the host very friendly!
5/10
Reviewed Mar 8, 2026Breakfast was disapointing. Breakfast included are warm breakfast. Not bread, cereal and yogurt. Thinl it should be specified.
Breakfast inlcuded is misleading. Grab and go is not breakfast included. Yogurt, bread and cereal is not worth it to call it breakfast included.
7/10
Reviewed Mar 7, 2026The view of it when you arrive and the lady that makes my breakfast I loved it
Need to pay attention to the small things like removing things that other guests left behind The is a light that needs to be fixed
10/10
Reviewed Mar 1, 2026the fruits and yogurts were great
the cornflakes were stale
8/10
Reviewed Mar 1, 2026Location is beautiful.
Nothing
10/10
Reviewed Feb 28, 2026.
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5/10
Reviewed Feb 24, 2026For that rate and other facilites available I expected a breakfast which Ibonly discovered on site that I had to pay for
9/10
Reviewed Feb 11, 2026I would really go back there, they had a turn down service which you dont get often anymore and I travel a lot for work
10/10
Reviewed Feb 10, 2026Variety of Options - self service which is very easy and convenient. All that you need.
10/10
Reviewed Feb 9, 2026Baie lekker plek om te bly en vir ń baie goeie prys! Baie mooi en werklik skoon en dood stil. Sal verseker weer by julle kom bly.
9/10
Reviewed Feb 9, 2026The property offered all day grab and eat snacks, The property afford quietness and tranquillity. The host stays at the property but they have afforded me peace and quite. it felt like home away from home.
nothing.
Guest Feedback
Feedback themes are sourced from guest reviews provided by our data provider.
What guests love
- •Friendly service
- •Clean and comfortable rooms
Areas to consider
- •Aggressive dogs in the backyard
- •Communication issues regarding staff presence
Cleanliness
9.25/10The reviews highlight that the guesthouse was clean and comfortable.
Service
9.75/10Many guests praised the friendliness and hospitality of the staff.
Location
9.25/10The location was mentioned positively for its tranquility and accessibility.
Room Quality
9.45/10Rooms are described as well-furnished and comfortable.
Amenities
9.35/10Guests appreciated the amenities including a self-serve kitchen and breakfast options.
Value for Money
9.25/10The affordability of the accommodation relative to quality was mentioned positively.
Food and Beverage
9.25/10Guests enjoyed the healthy self-serve food options available.
Overall Experience
9.65/10Generally, the feedback indicates a very positive overall experience.