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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

118 Second Avenue, Melville, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2092
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Historic Guesthouse in Melville

The Melville Turret Guesthouse is a 100-year-old landmark building in Johannesburg's bohemian suburb of Melville. Built in 1906, it features a mix of traditional and contemporary decor. The guesthouse is a 2-minute walk from 7th Street, known for its bars, restaurants, and bookshops. It is also close to the Universities of Johannesburg and Witwatersrand, with easy access to Braamfontein, Rosebank, and the Johannesburg CBD.

Rooms with Modern Comforts

Rooms include self-catering units, standard rooms, and a loft, all with en-suite bathrooms and underfloor heating. The loft has skylights, a sitting area, a kitchenette, and a bathroom with city views. Standard rooms feature queen beds, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms have air conditioning, and a camper cot is available for infants.

Breakfast and On-Site Services

A full English or continental breakfast is served daily from 07:30 to 09:30. Free Wi-Fi, printing, and faxing services are available at reception. The guesthouse can arrange tours to Soweto, the Apartheid Museum, and the Cradle of Humankind. Secure on-site parking is provided.

Nearby Attractions and Activities

The Melville Koppies Nature Reserve, 2.5 km away, offers hiking trails and archaeological sites. Other nearby landmarks include the Johannesburg Zoo (2.5 km), Origins Centre Museum (2 km), and Constitution Hill (3 km). 7th Street, 500 meters away, has over 20 restaurants and bars.

Transport and Accessibility

The guesthouse is a 15-minute drive from Johannesburg CBD and offers airport shuttle services. Public transport links provide access to major attractions. The area is walkable, with shops, cafes, and parks nearby.

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Luxury Double Room
2 persons
20 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Family Room
2 persons
30 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Studio
2 persons
44 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

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General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

118 Second Avenue, Melville, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2092
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118 Second Avenue, Melville, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2092
Nearby
Mall
27Boxes
450 m
JohannesburgSouth Africa
Melville
450 m
7th Street
450 m
Restaurants
Lucky Bean
600 m
16 7th Street
Hell's Kitchen
470 m
7th Street Shop 4
Poppy's
410 m
6 7th Street
The Great Eastern Food Bar
400 m
The Post Office Centre 30 Rudd Rd
Nunos Restaurant
450 m
Shop 5 Melville Grds 7th St Melville
Six Cocktail Bar
480 m
90 3rd Avenue Melville
La Santa Muerte
690 m
Restaurant
Tips on navigating the city
City Centre
Johannesburg7 min  ·  4.5 km
Airports
Rand (QRA)35 min  ·  22.7 km
O.R. Tambo International (JNB)41 min  ·  27.0 km
Train
Fordsburg30 min  ·  2.5 km
Ellis Park Railway Station8 min  ·  5.3 km
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-20:00
Check-out
from 07:00-10:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs ZAR 95 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Afrikaans, Xhosa, Zulu
Number of rooms:
9

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