B&B on 8th Avenue

54a 8th Avenue, Melville, Melville, 2092 Johannesburg, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>156</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.3
Scored 9.3
Superb
Rated superb
156 reviews

The accommodation was in a nice and quite area of Johannesburg. The room has everything that you need and our host was really nice. The breakfast with freshly made eggs was also quite good.

Jessica Germany
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B&B on 8th Avenue

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Situated just 1.9 km from Parkview Golf Club, B&B on 8th Avenue provides accommodation in Johannesburg with access to a terrace, barbecue facilities, as well as full-day security. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and a shared kitchen. The bed and breakfast features garden views, an outdoor fireplace, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. All self-catered units feature tiled floors and are fitted with a cable flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box, an equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower. A toaster, a fridge and kitchenware are also available, as well as a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. As an added convenience, B&B on 8th Avenue offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. After a day of cycling, hiking or walking tours, guests can relax in the garden or in the shared lounge area. Johannesburg Stadium is 8.1 km from the accommodation, while Observatory Golf Club is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is O.R. Tambo International, 28 km from B&B on 8th Avenue, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Laundry
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Johannesburg
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jessica
    Germany Germany
    “The accommodation was in a nice and quite area of Johannesburg. The room has everything that you need and our host was really nice. The breakfast with freshly made eggs was also quite good.”
  • Luca
    Germany Germany
    “Denis was so kind and Helpful with all of our questions:)”
  • Daniela
    Germany Germany
    “The green and quiet garden, the welcoming atmosphere, the breakfast!”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Denise

Company review score: 9.8Based on 156 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

I started off my career as a high school teacher, teaching English and History. Then left education to work in the banking sector. While still working for one of the large commercial banks, I decided that I needed a career change. As I am an outgoing and extrovert personality, and enjoy meeting, interacting and getting to know people, I decided that the best career would be in the hospitality industry. As part of my career change, I also qualified as a cultural tour guide for Gauteng province so am able to assist guests with tours or else advice and information as to what to see and do in Joburg. Part of being a tour guide means that I am licensed to shuttle guests and so offer a shuttle service - collecting and dropping off at the airport, places of business, shopping or tourist sites.

Property information

The property started off as a farm and the initial house had a long passage which used to be cows' milking shed. Since that time, 1906, the property and house has changed. When I inherited the property from my parents, I demolished the old house as it did not comply with certain building regulations and built a modern, double storey home. Once I decided to change it from exclusively a home into a bed and breakfast, I made extensive changes to the individual bedrooms by making them bigger, adding en suite bathrooms and balconies. I am delighted with the result and many guests say that it feels like home - comfortable and relaxing!

Neighbourhood information

Melville is a fairly old suburb, being more than 100 years old. There are a variety of styles of houses with many of the very old, original homes still in existence. Today, it is an eclectic mix of styles, architecture and people which makes it interesting and enjoyable. My bed and breakfast has a view of the Melville Koppies, which is an open area where many people walk their dogs, jog or simply walk to the top in order to get a lovely view of the central business district of Joburg, Rosebank, Sandton and in the distance, the Magaliesberg mountain range. There is access at the bottom of my road and many guests have enjoyed the experience. I am also about a 5 minute walk from 7th Street and 4th Avenue which hosts coffee shops, book shops, restaurants, pubs and cocktail lounges. There is also a new development called 27 Boxes, made from old shipping containers, which has an assortment of interesting and unique shops. A further 10 minute walk will take you to Campus Square Shopping Centre where there are banks, chain stores, more restaurants and mobile phone stores. So lots to see and do in Melville!

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of B&B on 8th Avenue
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • BBQ facilities
  • Laundry
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Squash
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Mosquito net
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • English

House rules

B&B on 8th Avenue takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 21:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 10:00 to 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of ZAR 850 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 35. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 425 per person, per night

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash B&amp;B on 8th Avenue accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform B&B on 8th Avenue in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

A damage deposit of ZAR 850 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about B&B on 8th Avenue

  • Check-in at B&B on 8th Avenue is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Guests staying at B&B on 8th Avenue can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • B&B on 8th Avenue offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Bowling
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Squash
    • Water park
    • Walking tours
    • Live music/performance
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Aerobics
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Pub crawls
    • Cooking class
    • Bike tours
    • Happy hour

  • Room options at B&B on 8th Avenue include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double

  • B&B on 8th Avenue is 2.9 miles from the centre of Johannesburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at B&B on 8th Avenue may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.