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Morning Star Express Hotel

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near State Theatre

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A modern hotel building with a sign for the "Morning Star Express Hotel."
A neatly made bed with a folded white towel and a book on the bed.
A modern restaurant with black furniture, large windows, and pendant lighting.
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A modern hotel lobby with a large cityscape painting on the wall, a dark-colored sofa with cushions, a small table with a magazine rack, and a potted plant.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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327 Visagie Street, Pretoria, Gauteng, 0002
  • Place, Ditsong National Museum of Natural History
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, State Theatre
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, UNISA
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a folded white towel and a book on the bed.

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bunk bed with a headboard, white bedding, and two pillows.

Standard Room (Triple)

  • 248 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Pretoria

Pretoria Central Business District stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Pretoria Central Business District hotel, you'll find State Theatre and Ditsong National Museum of Natural History. Sunnyside mediclinic and National Zoological Gardens of South Africa are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Burgers Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Ditsong National Museum of Natural History - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • State Theatre - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • UNISA - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • National Zoological Gardens of South Africa - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪vida e caffè - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Chicken Licken - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Captain DoRego's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Morning Star Express Hotel

3-star hotel near State Theatre
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available on request) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Morning Star Express Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Pretoria hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 126 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Morning Star Express Hotel offers 126 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. 22-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Pretoria hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM at scheduled times and on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 120 for adults and ZAR 60 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 120.00 for adults and ZAR 60 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 650 (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Morning Star Express Hotel to the airport?

Morning Star Express Hotel is 32.3 mi (43-min drive) away from the Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Morning Star Express Hotel?

As of Jul 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Morning Star Express Hotel on Jul 20, 2026 start from $42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Morning Star Express Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Morning Star Express Hotel offers an airport shuttle from 6 AM to 6 PM, at scheduled times, for a charge of ZAR 650. per vehicle, one-way.

Does Morning Star Express Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Morning Star Express Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 120.00 for adults and ZAR 60 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Morning Star Express Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Time Square Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Morning Star Express Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Morning Star Express Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Morning Star Express Hotel have a pool?

Morning Star Express Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Morning Star Express Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Morning Star Express Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Morning Star Express Hotel to downtown Pretoria?

Morning Star Express Hotel is 2.2 mi away from Pretoria.

Morning Star Express Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 89 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Dumisani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's close to the CBD
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Godfrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kgolofelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All in all the hotel it's nice and safe

I did enjoy my stay, the only problem I experienced it was the fact that when I wanted to shower in the morning the was no water.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

r

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value and safe space in city centre

It was affordable and exceeded my expectations. Its clean and neat. Somewhat noisy in rooms from people in hallway
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelebogile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

MS SINOMMELI

Liked: Room comfort

t

My stay was okay just service was average n wat did not like went to the restaurant to get food for me n my kids the was no one to attend to us have to get food from outside
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Terrence

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Initially i was allocated room no 112 only to find out that the room was not serviced. So i had to go back to the reception and request another room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sibonelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Eye opening

The stay well and great, until another person received the same number as my room. The sad thing is that she open the door while I was still busy with my girl, other than that all was well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Thapelo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not so good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
i was one person and the three beds in one small room was a bit claustrophobic
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Poor service from staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and easily accessible

The rooms were tidy and very comfortable. From check in to check out everything went smoothly. The rooms needs to have hair dryers and irons to make the stay even more convenient. That way guests can fix themselves without having to call someone and checkout will be faster This was my 2nd stay at the hotel and won’t hesitate to book my next stay there.
Verified

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not Bad stay

The stay was just normal & we had no place to park the vehicle and the Room is small & cramped.however the breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Descent hotel

spent one night, the hotel is very small and its room was small too,but it was very neat and clean. Its in the city, easy access to R21 Airport. It offers descent rates .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Its not bad

Hotel is nice 3 stars i say workers are so nice. Room are fine . But do not walk out late at night . Inside very safe. And this hotel is very well price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monkhe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Everything is nicely in order and all is perfect

First time at morning and i can confirm it has been the best ever
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JESSICA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Foi tranquilo, porém no dia seguinte pela manhã, quando descemos para tomar o café, tivemos a informação que precisávamos pagar, mas minha diaria era com café incluso. Depois de apresentar o voucher novamente e a recepcionista confirmar com o hoteis.com é que foi liberado. Achei isso muito chato e constragedor, deveria haver uma comunicação melhor entre as empresas para não acontecer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified

6/10 Okay

MOSIMANEGAPE

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Morning Star Express - Pretoria

The bedding and towels look very old and needs changing. I was not convinced of the cleanliness of my room at all as it was so stuffy and the sheets looked very old.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Matshwene

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Poor Service from reception

Two times I booked through Hotel.Com and they refused to give me free breakfast that is on the advert. The advert on Hotels.Com says free Breakfast. They claimed that Hotels.Com gives them little money, hence they cannot give breakfast. After a lengthy argument, I gave up. This happened two times and I forwarded them proof of payment from Hotels.Com, but they were just not ready honor their promises. I will not recommend this hotel for international travelers. First time I was given room 109, when I got there I found that there someone's stuff and the bed is not ready someone just woke up. The girl apologized and gave me another room. In the morning - breakfast argument. Second time, I found a guy who looked like he is a senior person there and he promised to look into my first breakfast situation. He also requested I forward proof of payment, which he already has from Hotels.Com. Whoever own this hotel need to take his stuff for another training so that they know how to treat international people travelling into South Africa. The reception is worse than all 52 hotels I slept in throughout my travelling life.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laimi Lamanguluka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Morning Star Express Hotel, Super Hotel services

Morning Star Express Hotel made my trip a memorable one. The fact that they deliver services as they said and they are already happy to help. I would recommend anyone to experience their super service.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Not the best choice

Although situated in centre of town, the area seems dodgy and unsafe. The hotel has a modern design in lobby and room. However the rooms are tiny and the bathrooms are very basic and not looked after. the shower is missing a head and water coming directly from the pipe. On the housekeeping level the hotel is kept very clean, but on the maintenance level its not up to standard. Staff was very friendly.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value for money

Good value for money
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Value for money

Staff esp waiters are professional well dressed well mannered and on their posts. What a pleasure to interact with them.
Verified

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Clean and Economic Hotel

The cleanliness was appreciated as well as the amenities
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Value for money

Good value for money