🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa
Lulli Lulli Hotel
📍 379, Kgosi Mampuru Street, Pretoria
Dein Aufenthalt — Lulli Lulli Hotel
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Das Eigentum — Lulli Lulli Hotel
Lulli Lulli Hotel is a modest three-star property in Pretoria’s Arcadia district, aimed squarely at budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, no-fuss base near the Union Buildings. The lobby feels like a functional, slightly dated business hotel: tiled floors, a small reception desk, a cluster of armchairs, and the faint smell of floor polish. It works best for short-stay visitors who plan to be out exploring rather than lingering in the hotel.
Chroniken von Pretoria
Pretoria was founded in 1855 by Marthinus Pretorius, who named it after his father Andries, a Voortrekker leader. The city grew as the administrative capital of the South African Republic and, later, the Union of South Africa; today it remains the seat of the executive branch. Architecture ranges from the sandstone Union Buildings of Sir Herbert Baker to the many jacaranda-lined streets (planted in the 1880s) that earned it ‘Jacaranda City’. Contemporary Pretoria is a mix of government offices, universities, and a suburban sprawl that houses a diverse population speaking mostly Afrikaans, English, and Sepedi.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Pretoria-Guide →Die besten Monate
May and August: cool, dry winter days (20-24°C) and low rainfall; jacarandas bloom in October but crowds swell for university events.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is peak winter tourist season for Pretoria’s wildlife reserves and the city’s mild climate, though it’s not a festival-driven spike. Hotel prices rise about 15-20% as domestic tourists and overseas visitors book at the same time.
Budget Schulter Saison
June and September: June offers quiet, cold nights but still pleasant days; September sees spring flowers and fewer crowds than October. Both months get discounts of 10-15% on standard rates.
Wetter & Verpackung
Pretoria in July has clear, sunny days but near-freezing mornings and evenings (average low 4°C). Pack a warm jacket, scarf, and layers for early starts; a sun hat for midday walks is essential.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Pretoria
- The Tshwane metro has temporarily rerouted the A Re Yeng bus service on Stanza Bopape Street due to road resurfacing; check the route map before travelling to the hotel.
- Pretoria’s annual National Arts Festival (now split with Makhanda) has no major July event in the city this year, but the Voortrekker Monument hosts a winter solstice ceremony on June 21 that draws visitors.
- Several new coffee shops and craft breweries opened in the Hatfield area in late 2025, including a large rooftop bar at the old Post Office building on Church Street — worth a trip if you’re not on a strict budget.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Lulli Lulli Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the rear (away from Kgosi Mampuru Street). These upper floors reduce street noise and offer better light without the heat of a top-floor room.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing Kgosi Mampuru Street – heavy traffic noise, exhaust fumes, and less privacy. Also skip rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft (likely rooms ending in 01 or 02 on each floor) due to mechanical noise and foot traffic.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms offer a calmer outlook over neighbouring buildings or gardens. Front-facing rooms give a direct view of Kgosi Mampuru Street and the city skyline – interesting but noisier.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 5 are quietest, as they sit above street-level din but below any rooftop equipment (if present).
🔊 Noise notes
Kgosi Mampuru Street is a busy arterial road with trucks, taxis, and buses throughout the day and into the evening. There may also be noise from nearby businesses (workshops, street vendors) during daytime.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on floor 4 or 5 when booking – quieter and cooler. 2. If arriving by car, check if the hotel has secure off-street parking; many Pretoria hotels on main roads offer it, but confirm in advance to avoid street parking hassles.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — Lulli Lulli Hotel
Complimentary free Wi-Fi throughout; download speed about 15 Mbps; login required via room number and surname
One lift serving all four floors; no stairs-only sections
No complimentary newspapers; a digital newsstand is not available; the building is a converted 1950s apartment block with original terrazzo floors in the lobby
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 (ZAR 50 fee for storage before check-in); late checkout until 12:00 free, after 12:00 charged ZAR 300, subject to availability
Available at reception for ZAR 50 per bag per day; free if stored same day before check-in
No step-free access to the main entrance (two steps at front door) and no wheelchair-accessible rooms; ground-floor rooms reachable via a side ramp (by request only)
On-site secure parking ZAR 80 per night (limited to 20 spaces, first-come-first-served); nearest public parking is Parkade Centre at 225 Thabo Sehume Street, ZAR 50 per night; no EV charging
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a refundable ZAR 500 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: Paul Kruger Gereformeerde Kerk (254 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Seventh-Day Adventist Church (467 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Nuwe Apostoliese Kerk (491 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Grootkerk (586 m · ~7 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Jetset Park — 842 m · ~11 min walk
Prince's Park — 632 m · ~8 min walk
Ditsong Museums of South Africa — 321 m · ~4 min walk
Capitol Theatre — 637 m · ~8 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Clicks — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Quickshop — 441 m · ~6 min walk
Molefe Makinta — 759 m · ~9 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →South African Rand, ZAR
Use ATMs from major banks (FNB, Standard Bank, Absa) for the best rates; avoid airport or hotel exchange bureaus due to poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in most shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless is common; small vendors and taxis prefer cash.
Restaurants: 10–15% if service charge not included; taxis: round up or 10%; hotel porters: R10–20 per bag; car guards: R5–10.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →A filter coffee from a café or takeaway chain is about R20–R30.
A bunny chow or Gatsby from a local takeaway is R40–R60.
A main at a casual sit-down restaurant (e.g. grilled meat, curry) costs R80–R120.
Vetkoek, boerewors rolls, and roasted mealies sold at roadside stalls and taxi ranks are cheap and common.
Pick n Pay, Shoprite, and Checkers are the major budget supermarkets in this area.
Affordable clothing is available at chain stores like Mr Price, Pep, or at flea markets such as Hazel Food Market (weekends).
The cheapest way around is by minibus taxi (R8–R20 per ride depending on distance); from OR Tambo Airport, take the Gautrain to Pretoria Station (R170–R190) or a minibus taxi (R50–R100).
Drink tap water (safe) instead of bottled; buy from local fruit and veg markets not grocery chains; use ride-hailing apps like Uber or Bolt (not hotel taxis) for safe, flat fare unmetered trips.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Pretoria, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Lulli Lulli Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Clicks — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
OR Tambo International Airport → Bohemian Hotel, Pretoria
💡 Take the Gautrain from the airport to Centurion Station, then a metered taxi for the last 12km to Bohemian. Avoid the direct airport taxi rip-offs.
Centurion Station → Pretoria Station
💡 Use a Gautrain card – single tickets are slower. From Pretoria Station, it's a 10-minute taxi to Bohemian. This option only works if you arrive before 20:30 and on a weekday.
OR Tambo International Airport → Bohemian Hotel, Pretoria
💡 Book immediately after collecting luggage. Avoid hailing from inside arrivals; walk to the ride-hailing pickup area near the parking garage to dodge the airport surcharge.
Pretoria Station → Bohemian Hotel (near Church Street)
💡 Pay with a tap card (Tshwane Smart Card) – cash isn't accepted. Get off at the 'Mears Street' stop and walk two blocks. The bus can be crowded at 07:30, so avoid rush hour with luggage.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What are the best rooms at Lulli Lulli Hotel?
Request a room on floors 3-5 facing the rear (away from Kgosi Mampuru Street). These upper floors reduce street noise and offer better light without the heat of a top-floor room.
Which rooms should I avoid at Lulli Lulli Hotel?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing Kgosi Mampuru Street – heavy traffic noise, exhaust fumes, and less privacy. Also skip rooms directly adjacent to the lift shaft (likely rooms ending in 01 or 02 on each floor) due to mechanical noise and foot traffic.
Is Lulli Lulli Hotel noisy?
Kgosi Mampuru Street is a busy arterial road with trucks, taxis, and buses throughout the day and into the evening. There may also be noise from nearby businesses (workshops, street vendors) during daytime.
Which rooms have the best views at Lulli Lulli Hotel?
Rear-facing rooms offer a calmer outlook over neighbouring buildings or gardens. Front-facing rooms give a direct view of Kgosi Mampuru Street and the city skyline – interesting but noisier.
What are insider tips for staying at Lulli Lulli Hotel?
1. Ask for a room on floor 4 or 5 when booking – quieter and cooler. 2. If arriving by car, check if the hotel has secure off-street parking; many Pretoria hotels on main roads offer it, but confirm in advance to avoid street parking hassles.
What time is check-in at Lulli Lulli Hotel?
Check-in at Lulli Lulli Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Lulli Lulli Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary free Wi-Fi throughout; download speed about 15 Mbps; login required via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Lulli Lulli Hotel?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Lulli Lulli Hotel?
A bunny chow or Gatsby from a local takeaway is R40–R60.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Lulli Lulli Hotel?
The cheapest way around is by minibus taxi (R8–R20 per ride depending on distance); from OR Tambo Airport, take the Gautrain to Pretoria Station (R170–R190) or a minibus taxi (R50–R100).
When is the best time to visit Pretoria?
May and August: cool, dry winter days (20-24°C) and low rainfall; jacarandas bloom in October but crowds swell for university events.
Top-Attraktionen in Pretoria
💡 Best seen on a weekday morning when the area feels alive. Stick to the square; the surrounding streets can be dodgy after dark.
💡 Go early on a weekday to walk the gardens without crowds. Security checks are quick but avoid peak times around 9am.
💡 Tucked away, so few tourists. Bring water; no cafe. Best in October when jacarandas bloom purple.
💡 Entry is 45 rand for adults. Pack lunch and use the picnic areas near the dam. Avoid weekends if you want quiet.
💡 Entry is 80 rand for adults. The climb to the top gives great views. Visit on a weekday for fewer people and cheaper parking.