Name: Melville Turret Guesthouse
Address: 118 Second Avenue, Melville, Melville, 2092 Johannesburg, South Africa, 118 Second Avenue, Melville, Gauteng, 2092, South Africa
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $59 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 8.8

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8.8

Excellent

178 reviews

Facilities

8.5
Cleanliness

8.8
Comfort

8.7
Value for money

8.7
Location

8.8
Free WiFi

8.8
Total

8.8

Location was great! Host was great. Room was clean and very comfortable.

Ronald, United States of America

The appearance of the guesthouse was just amazing, the scenery, the amazing staff. Well worth the stay. The location is perfect, really close to bars and restaurants. I will definitely be going back to Melville Turret Guesthouse!

Aveer, South Africa

Breakfast. Staff is extraordinarily accomodating and the place itself is well worth the money.

Wandile, South Africa

The facility was great in terms of what I needed during my business trip....the location specifically, far from the madding crowd. My Melville experience was great also. The area was quiet and peaceful. The staff were friendly and helpful......

Heinrich, South Africa

The service was excellent. The woman that attended to us did everything to make us comfortable. She was really nice.

Toney, Nigeria

Staff is great and the place is well worth the money.

Wandile, South Africa

The home is lovely - 1902 vintage but rooms all completely updated. Breakfast in the formal dining room - omelette or french toast made to order - delicious. This B&B is located in a 're-gentrified' area of Johannesburg - beautiful neighborhood. Quite safe. But tourists are not encouraged to walk freely around the city. We took the local transportation - 'tuk tuk' (3-wheeled vehicle, a cross between a motorcycle and a VW bug) when journeying out to the shops.

David, United States of America

Nice, quiet and secure place, outside of the city. Lively street with lots of restaurants and bars in walking distance.

Katrin, Germany

Very comfortable guesthouse in a beautiful building situated in a very safe area. Very close to the 7th street with many bars and restaurants. Good breakfest. Prisca was a wonderful host!

Adam, Poland

Nice Guesthouse in a good location. Well equiped clean rooms. Fast WiFi. Good breakfast. Very friendly reception, both from owner and Patricia. Ask Patricia if you need a taxi or a cheap Tuk-Tuk. Safe car parking not easy but possible. Lots of bars and restaurant options in Melville. 10 min .walking in safe neighborhood

Stephan, Germany

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9.0

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8.8

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178 reviews

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What guests loved the most:
“Location was great! Host was great. Room was clean and very comfortable.”

Ronald United States of America
“The appearance of the guesthouse was just amazing, the scenery, the amazing staff. Well worth the stay. The location is perfect, really close to bars and restaurants. ”

Aveer South Africa
“Breakfast. Staff is extraordinarily accomodating and the place itself is well worth the money.”

Wandile South Africa
“The facility was great in terms of what I needed during my business trip....the location specifically, far from the madding crowd. My Melville experience was great also. ”

Heinrich South Africa
“The service was excellent. The woman that attended to us did everything to make us comfortable. She was really nice.”

Toney Nigeria
“Staff is great and the place is well worth the money.”

Wandile South Africa
“The home is lovely - 1902 vintage but rooms all completely updated. Breakfast in the formal dining room - omelette or french toast made to order - delicious. ”

David United States of America
“Nice, quiet and secure place, outside of the city. Lively street with lots of restaurants and bars in walking distance. ”

Katrin Germany
“Very comfortable guesthouse in a beautiful building situated in a very safe area. Very close to the 7th street with many bars and restaurants. Good breakfest. Prisca was a wonderful host!”

Adam Poland
“Nice Guesthouse in a good location. Well equiped clean rooms. Fast WiFi. Good breakfast. Very friendly reception, both from owner and Patricia. Ask Patricia if you need a taxi or a cheap Tuk-Tuk. ”

Stephan Germany

In a historic building surrounded by gardens and a furnished terrace, the Melville Turret Guesthouse provides guests with stylish accommodations. Melville’s 7th Street with its shops and restaurants are a 2-minute walk away.

Some of the modern furnished rooms feature air conditioning and under floor heating. Each has a sitting area with satellite TV and some rooms include a kitchenette. Wi-Fi is available in all rooms.

There is a choice of continental or traditional English breakfast in the elegant breakfast room. Freshly brewed coffee is available all day.

Free private parking is available on site. Newspapers and luggage storage are provided at the front desk.

Melville Turret Guesthouse is a 30-minute drive from O.R. Tambo International Airport. An airport shuttle service can be arranged.

Melville is a great choice for travelers interested in sightseeing, friendly locals and culturally diverse food.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Full English/Irish

Very Good Coffee!

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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An Inside Look at Melville Turret Guesthouse

The Melville Turret is one of the few remaining historical properties. The house was built in 1906 and has been meticulously maintained over the years by the various owners. The rooms are furnished in contempory style to make it comfortable and to adhere to modern day comforts.

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Area Info – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in sightseeing, friendly locals and culturally diverse food – Check location Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!

Restaurants & Markets

Campus Square Supermarket
0.6 miles
Stturday Farmer's Market Market
0.4 miles
La Santa Muerte Mexican Restaurant
0.4 miles
Lucky Bean Restaurant
0.5 miles
Saigon Suzy Restaurant
0.5 miles
Hell's Kitchen Cafe/Bar
0.5 miles
Buzz 9 Cafe/Bar
0.5 miles

Natural Beauty

Melville Koppies Mountain
1.2 miles

Closest Airports

O.R. Tambo International Airport
14 miles
Lanseria International Airport
17.6 miles
Wonderboom Airport
38.6 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Very comfortable guesthouse in a beautiful building situated in a very safe area. Very close to the 7th street with many bars and restaurants. Good breakfest. ...”

Adam

Poland

9.5

“Nice Guesthouse in a good location. Well equiped clean rooms. Fast WiFi. Good breakfast. Very friendly reception, both from owner and Patricia. Ask Patricia if ...”

Stephan

Germany

9.5

“Location out us really close to Melville restaurants, pubs and stores.”

Marcos

Mozambique

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2:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children and Extra Beds

All children are welcome.

Free! One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a crib.

There is no capacity for extra beds in the room.

The maximum number of cribs in a room is 1.

Cards accepted at this property

Melville Turret Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Please inform Melville Turret Guesthouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Please note that check-in and key collection take place at: 118 Second Avenue Melville Johannesburg, Johannesburg 2092.

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Value for money8.7
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“The appearance of the guesthouse was just amazing, the scenery, the amazing staff. Well worth the stay. The location is perfect, really close to bars and restaurants. I will definitely be going back to Melville Turret Guesthouse!”

Aveer

South Africa

“The facility was great in terms of what I needed during my business trip....the location specifically, far from the madding crowd. My Melville experience was great also. The area was quiet and peaceful. The staff were friendly and helpful......”

Heinrich

“The home is lovely - 1902 vintage but rooms all completely updated. Breakfast in the formal dining room - omelette or french toast made to order - delicious. This B&B is located in a 're-gentrified' area of Johannesburg - beautiful neighborhood. Quite safe. But tourists are not encouraged to walk freely around the city. We took the local transportation - 'tuk tuk' (3-wheeled vehicle, a cross between a motorcycle and a VW bug) when journeying out to the shops.”

David

United States of America

“Very comfortable guesthouse in a beautiful building situated in a very safe area. Very close to the 7th street with many bars and restaurants. Good breakfest. Prisca was a wonderful host!”

“Nice Guesthouse in a good location. Well equiped clean rooms. Fast WiFi. Good breakfast. Very friendly reception, both from owner and Patricia. Ask Patricia if you need a taxi or a cheap Tuk-Tuk. Safe car parking not easy but possible. Lots of bars and restaurant options in Melville. 10 min .walking in safe neighborhood”

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Newest Reviews for Melville Turret Guesthouse

Reviewed: May 21, 2019

Ronald
United States of America
Age group: 55 – 64
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
Location was great! Host was great. Room was clean and very comfortable.

Stayed in May 2019
Reviewed: April 30, 2019

David
United States of America
10

“Highly recommend this B & B; The hostess was very accommodating.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The home is lovely - 1902 vintage but rooms all completely updated. Breakfast in the formal dining room - omelette or french toast made to order - delicious. This B&B is located in a 're-gentrified' area of Johannesburg - beautiful neighborhood. Quite safe. But tourists are not encouraged to walk freely around the city. We took the local transportation - 'tuk tuk' (3-wheeled vehicle, a cross between a motorcycle and a VW bug) when journeying out to the shops.

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 20, 2019

Mpume
South Africa
4.2

Disappointing
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Too old and too dark at night and parking is a problem
Convenience

Stayed in April 2019
Reviewed: April 3, 2019

Katrin
Germany
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nice, quiet and secure place, outside of the city. Lively street with lots of restaurants and bars in walking distance.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 29, 2019

Adam
Poland

14 helpful votes
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The door to the bathroom didn't work properly.
Very comfortable guesthouse in a beautiful building situated in a very safe area. Very close to the 7th street with many bars and restaurants. Good breakfest. Prisca was a wonderful host!

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 25, 2019

Tanryn
South Africa
7.5

Good
- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • 3 rooms
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff was friendly

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 21, 2019

Stephan
Germany

34 helpful votes
9.6

“Friendly place in safe neighborhood.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Our credit card was charged twice but we got a return. Before you pay, check if you were already charged through the booking system. No easy public transport nearby. Need taxi or tuk-tuk.
Nice Guesthouse in a good location. Well equiped clean rooms. Fast WiFi. Good breakfast. Very friendly reception, both from owner and Patricia. Ask Patricia if you need a taxi or a cheap Tuk-Tuk. Safe car parking not easy but possible. Lots of bars and restaurant options in Melville. 10 min .walking in safe neighborhood

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 20, 2019

Sean
South Africa
7.5

“I would visit again if the room had at least a bar fridge.”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
The room did not have a bar fridge. The other guests were noisy and so getting a good nights rest was difficult

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: March 19, 2019

marcos p silva
Mozambique
Age group: 35 – 44

1 helpful vote
10

“Great location, great stay.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Luxury Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Unfortunately, as Joburg isn't as safe as it should, it's not very advisable to take night walks.
Location out us really close to Melville restaurants, pubs and stores.

Stayed in March 2019
Reviewed: March 3, 2019

Eduardo
United Kingdom
10

“Enjoyable, staff very friendly and nice people.”
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Did not find fault in anything!
The bedroom and bathroom were clean with fresh linen and towels. The bed mattress was extra comfy. The room had many facilities such as kettle microwave and eating utensils which come into use when not feel like going out to eat. The outdoor garden area was green and tranquil lined pot plants, ferns, trees and shrubs which is a plus within the urban area of JHB. The breakfast was delicious with fresh fruit salad and yogurt as a starter with every morning. Within walking distance of pubs and restaurants in Melville.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: March 1, 2019

Anonymous
Ireland
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Nothing.
The room was big enough for me and clean

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 26, 2019

Anonymous
South Africa
8.3

“I will love to book again. And i have started to tell people about how beautiful your place is.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The breakfast was to little.
It was so quite and the room was very clean.

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 19, 2019

Anonymous
South Africa

4 helpful votes
5.4

“Good location but could do with brushing up on guest care and neatening up”
- • Business trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
The room was not tidy. Although a standard room was booked I was told that the room was small and not very good as it was a budget room
Good location for easy access to the University of Witwatersrand and to good restaurants in Melville

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: February 18, 2019

0836920750
South Africa
9.2

Awesome
- • Group of friends
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Noi

Stayed in February 2019
Reviewed: January 26, 2019

Nthabiseng
South Africa
8.8

Excellent
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Standard Double Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Staff that is kind and hospitable

Stayed in January 2019

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