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The Capital Melrose

Atholl Oaklands road, cnr Kernick Ave, 2196 Johannesburg, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.1/10! (score from 1242 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.4
Very good
1,242 reviews

the hotel is beautiful and comfortable while small in terms of rooms it has the comfort of a home away from home location is excellent and central

Nelsiwe Eswatini

the layout of everything & the pool on a sunny day

Naledi South Africa

Modern, comfortable furniture ; full kitchen with washing facilities in the room; pool and garden ; descent food (all you can eat breakfast, where they don't charge extra for cappuccino or hot chocolate); secure parking

Kimouna South Africa

the aesthetic was really great and great value for money

David South Africa

the staff is friendly and there’s immediate help when you need something. the food is amazing

Proudia South Africa

I firstly liked the location, easy to find and kind of central to where we wanted to go, Rosebank/Sandton/Fourways . Then Gomo sealed why the The Capital was a good choice. She was firstly beautiful, then friendly and an absolute professional.

Busi South Africa

Breakfast was amazing , the buffet was exceptional and the stuff was super friendly the view whilst having breakfast was out of this world

Thando South Africa

Really easy to find, nice shower, lifts work during loadshedding, breakfast choices good

Caroline Botswana

The breakfast buffet was lovely. Rooms were clean. Lovely hot shower

Supershad South Africa

Great room, very comfortable and clean. Location was fantastic too, right outside Melrose Arch. Staff were great and very accommodating

Mandeep Kenya
8.4
Very good
1,242 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “the hotel is beautiful and comfortable while small in terms of rooms it has the comfort of a home away from home location is excellent and central”
    Nelsiwe Nelsiwe Eswatini Eswatini
  • “the layout of everything & the pool on a sunny day”
    Naledi Naledi South Africa South Africa
  • “Modern, comfortable furniture ; full kitchen with washing facilities in the room; pool and garden ; descent food (all you can eat breakfast, where they don't charge extra for cappuccino or hot...”
    Kimouna Kimouna South Africa South Africa
  • “the aesthetic was really great and great value for money”
    David David South Africa South Africa
  • “the staff is friendly and there’s immediate help when you need something. the food is amazing”
    Proudia Proudia South Africa South Africa
  • “I firstly liked the location, easy to find and kind of central to where we wanted to go, Rosebank/Sandton/Fourways . Then Gomo sealed why the The Capital was a good choice.”
    Busi Busi South Africa South Africa
  • “Breakfast was amazing , the buffet was exceptional and the stuff was super friendly the view whilst having breakfast was out of this world”
    Thando Thando South Africa South Africa
  • “Really easy to find, nice shower, lifts work during loadshedding, breakfast choices good”
    Caroline Caroline Botswana Botswana
  • “The breakfast buffet was lovely. Rooms were clean. Lovely hot shower”
    Supershad Supershad South Africa South Africa
  • “Great room, very comfortable and clean. Location was fantastic too, right outside Melrose Arch. Staff were great and very accommodating”
    Mandeep Mandeep Kenya Kenya

Categories:

  • Staff8.9
  • Facilities8.7
  • Cleanliness9.0
  • Comfort9.1
  • Value for money8.8
  • Location9.1
8.4
Very good
1,242 reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
9.1
Filters
Kitchen
City view
Outdoor swimming pool
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Free parking
Bath
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Key card access

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Set in Johannesburg, 3.7 miles from Gautrain Sandton Station, The Capital Melrose offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is around 4 miles from Sandton City Mall, 4.3 miles from Parkview Golf Club and 5.2 miles from Johannesburg Stadium. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a hairdryer, while some rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge. At the hotel each room includes bed linen and towels.

The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options.

Observatory Golf Club is 5.6 miles from The Capital Melrose, while Modderfontein Golf Club is 7.5 miles away. The nearest airport is O.R. Tambo International Airport, 14.3 miles from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

The Capital Melrose has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 19 Feb 2019.
Hotel chain/brand:
The Capital Hotel & Apartments

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Most popular facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Free parking
Family rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Room type
Sleeps
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
9.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Nelsiwe
    EswatiniEswatini
    “the hotel is beautiful and comfortable while small in terms of rooms it has the comfort of a home away from home location is excellent and central”
  • Naledi
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “the layout of everything & the pool on a sunny day”
  • Kimouna
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Modern, comfortable furniture ; full kitchen with washing facilities in the room; pool and garden ; descent food (all you can eat breakfast, where they don't charge extra for cappuccino or hot chocolate); secure parking”
  • David
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “the aesthetic was really great and great value for money”
  • Proudia
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “the staff is friendly and there’s immediate help when you need something. the food is amazing”
  • Busi
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “I firstly liked the location, easy to find and kind of central to where we wanted to go, Rosebank/Sandton/Fourways . Then Gomo sealed why the The Capital was a good choice. She was firstly beautiful, then friendly and an absolute professional.”
  • Thando
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “Breakfast was amazing , the buffet was exceptional and the stuff was super friendly the view whilst having breakfast was out of this world”
  • Caroline
    BotswanaBotswana
    “Really easy to find, nice shower, lifts work during loadshedding, breakfast choices good”
  • Supershad
    South AfricaSouth Africa
    “The breakfast buffet was lovely. Rooms were clean. Lovely hot shower”
  • Mandeep
    KenyaKenya
    “Great room, very comfortable and clean. Location was fantastic too, right outside Melrose Arch. Staff were great and very accommodating”
Property questions and answers
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  • What's the price of the airport shuttle?
    R550 per trip for up to 3 people
    Answered on 2 December 2019
  • The 4 of the 5 people would like to have a halaal dinner on 26 January and halaal breakfast on morning of 27th. Would this be possible?
    Good Day The hotel is Halaal Friendly but is not strictly Halaal
    Answered on 17 January 2020
  • is there any other methods of payments besides credit cards
    Good Day Yes we do have eft payment, however this must be made 7 days before you arrive or we will not accept it, or there is payment on arrival depe..
    Answered on 10 February 2020
  • hi,can we just rock up and pay for accommodation at the property?
    Good day, Yes you can make payment on your arrival, please make sure you bring you proof of identification for check-in. South African ID card/book o..
    Answered on 27 February 2021
  • It's my partner's birthday & I wanted to find out if I can get someone to assist with the decor of the room just to give it that romantic touch
    Good Day Please be advised that we charge a fee of R750 for a turn down request. This will consist of a bottle of sparkling wine, some flowers and a..
    Answered on 15 November 2020
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Hotel surroundings *
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
  • Restaurant
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
Facilities of The Capital Melrose
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7
Most popular facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Free parking
Family rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • City view
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • 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 not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

The Capital Melrose takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 00:00

Check-out

From 00:00 to 10:00

 

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.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted The Capital Melrose accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about The Capital Melrose

  • The Capital Melrose has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant

  • Yes, The Capital Melrose is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The Capital Melrose offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Swimming Pool

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

  • Check-in at The Capital Melrose is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • The Capital Melrose is 5 miles from the centre of Johannesburg.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at The Capital Melrose can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Buffet

  • Room options at The Capital Melrose include:

    • Double
    • Apartment
    • Studio