Pretoria's historic district beckons with its convenient location, while WiFi and multilingual staff ensure travelers can explore with ease and comfort
Morning Star Express Hotel in central Pretoria offers an on-site restaurant serving breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy city views from the terrace and stay connected with WiFi. The National Museum of Natural History is just a short distance away for curious explorers.
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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 120.00 for adults and from ZAR 60 for children
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 650 per vehicle (one-way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 650 (one-way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
We should mention
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
Frequently asked questions
Is Morning Star Express Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Morning Star Express Hotel?
As of 23 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Morning Star Express Hotel on 30 May, 2026 start from S$55, 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.
How much is parking at Morning Star Express Hotel?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Morning Star Express Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Morning Star Express Hotel?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Does Morning Star Express Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6 AM-6 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 650 per vehicle applies.
Where is Morning Star Express Hotel located?
Located in Pretoria Central Business District, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of State Theatre and Ditsong National Museum of Natural History. Sunnyside mediclinic and National Zoological Gardens of South Africa are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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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
MS SINOMMELI
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Terrence
16 Jun, 2025
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.
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
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 traveller
Verified
8/10 Good
Anna
16 Dec, 2017
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.
Anna
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
4 Dec, 2017
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 .
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
30 Nov, 2017
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.
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.
JESSICA
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017
Verified
6/10 Okay
MOSIMANEGAPE
30 Oct, 2017
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.
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.
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.
Laimi Lamanguluka
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
15 Feb, 2017
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.