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Guest Houses in Johannesburg

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.

Most booked guest houses in Johannesburg and surroundings in the past month

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Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,349 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 681 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 820 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 913 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews

Guest Houses with swimming pools in Johannesburg and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 534 reviews

Situated in the suburb of Melville in Johannesburg, Lucky Bean Guesthouse features a lush garden and an outdoor pool. The guest house is 1 km from the Country Club.

From US$77.79 per night

Offering a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool view, Jabulani Lodge is located in Johannesburg, 800 metres from Observatory Golf Club and 3.2 km from Johannesburg Stadium.

From US$32.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

A recently renovated guest house in Johannesburg, Rosario's Village offers outdoor fireplace, private parking and sports facilities.

From US$52.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews

With a garden, 84 on Fourth is located in the cultural heart of Melville in Johannesburg. It offers free WiFi access in all areas.

From US$51.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

Set within 2.7 km of Parkview Golf Club and 8.5 km of Johannesburg Stadium, La Casa Blanca offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Johannesburg.

From US$113.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.3
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Lala’s guest house, a property with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and a garden, is located in Johannesburg, 2 km from Gold Reef City Casino, 2.8 km from Apartheid Museum, as well as 3.1 km from...

From US$29.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews

Located in Houghton, The Residence is a boutique hotel that offers spacious suites with a spa bath, and a balcony overlooking the garden, the fire pit or the outdoor pool.

From US$425.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

Situated in Johannesburg and only 1.6 km from Parkview Golf Club, Emmarentia Guest House features accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$94.23 per night

Save money on guest houses in Johannesburg and nearby – budget options available

Colossume

Johannesburg
Budget options available

Providing city views, Colossume is located in the Johannesburg CBD district of Johannesburg, 5.6 km from Observatory Golf Club and 6.9 km from Gold Reef City Casino.

From US$67.12 per night

Le Maki on 54

Houghton, Johannesburg
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring garden views and a garden, Le Maki on 54 is situated in the Houghton district of Johannesburg, 2.6 km from Johannesburg Stadium and 2.6 km from Observatory Golf Club.

From US$92.13 per night

Unit1 Guest House

Johannesburg
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.9
Poor - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Unit1 Guest House is located in Johannesburg, 1.6 km from Observatory Golf Club, 3 km from Johannesburg Stadium, and 7.9 km from Parkview Golf Club.

From US$87.74 per night

Adhara Guesthouse

Johannesburg
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

Boasting a terrace and views of city, Adhara Guesthouse is a recently renovated guest house situated in Johannesburg, 2.5 km from Parkview Golf Club.

From US$51.47 per night

Twickenham Guest House

Johannesburg
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 41 reviews

Situated in Johannesburg, in a historic building, 3.7 km from Parkview Golf Club, Twickenham Guest House is a guest house with a garden and barbecue facilities.

From US$57.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews

Set in a historic building surrounded by gardens and a furnished terrace, Melville Turret Guesthouse offers guests stylish accommodation.

From US$69.75 per night

Classy Guest House

Johannesburg
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 258 reviews

Situated in Johannesburg, 3.3 km from Gold Reef City Casino, Classy Guest House provides accommodation with spa facilities and wellness packages.

From US$41.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Offering garden views and a shared lounge, The Franklyn Parkview is set in the Randburg district of Johannesburg, less than 1 km from Parkview Golf Club and 7.8 km from Johannesburg Stadium.

From US$58.49 per night

Highly rated guest houses in Johannesburg and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Boasting a spa bath, Johannesburg guest house Kensington is situated in Johannesburg. A hot tub is available for guests.

From US$30.42 per night

Me Time

Johannesburg
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 51 reviews

Offering a garden and garden view, Me Time is situated in Johannesburg, 6.7 km from Gold Reef City Casino and 6.8 km from Apartheid Museum.

From US$36.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Micasa Sucasa Guesthouse Melville is located in the Melville district of Johannesburg, 2.4 km from Parkview Golf Club, 7.6 km from Johannesburg Stadium and 8.8 km from Observatory Golf Club.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

Set within 3.2 km of Parkview Golf Club and 7.7 km of Johannesburg Stadium, Melville Gap Guesthouse offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Johannesburg.

From US$77.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews

Featuring city views, Gold Rush Oasis provides accommodation with barbecue facilities and a patio, around 2.2 km from Observatory Golf Club.

From US$36.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 405 reviews

Situated in the centre of Melville, Motel Mi Pi Chi offers spacious rooms and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is close to Gritty City, as well as to the M1 highway.

From US$66.13 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

The Tranquil Golden Retreat is a recently renovated guest house in Johannesburg, where guests can make the most of its garden and shared lounge.

From US$26.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 610 reviews

Offering a peaceful setting and great service, right in the heart of the popular bohemian Melville, Life on 3rd provides accommodation that includes continental breakfast.

From US$74.29 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Johannesburg and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

Located within 2.2 km of Parkview Golf Club and 8.4 km of Johannesburg Stadium in Johannesburg, 7th Street Guesthouse provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$100.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and views of garden, Home of Synergy is a recently renovated guest house located in Johannesburg, 3.6 km from Parkview Golf Club.

From US$144.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Located 1.6 km from Observatory Golf Club, 1945 on Kloof Guesthouse offers 5-star accommodation in Johannesburg and features an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and a terrace.

From US$110.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

Situated in a distinguished old presidential area, just an 8-minute walk from the Rosebank Gautrain Station, this guesthouse offers a lush garden with pool and free Wi-Fi.

From US$85.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews

Houghton Place is located in Johannesburg and offers modern and luxurious accommodation. Free WiFi access is available. The property has a lovely garden and outdoor pool.

From US$175.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated in Johannesburg, 3.9 km from Observatory Golf Club and 5.8 km from Johannesburg Stadium, Miraton Eastgate Suites offers a shared lounge and air conditioning.

From US$34.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews

Boasting pool views, Margaret's Place features accommodation with patio, around 4.2 km from Observatory Golf Club.

From US$46.74 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

Attractively set in the Randburg district of Johannesburg, Leighwood Lodge is situated 3.2 km from Parkview Golf Club, 5.8 km from Sandton City Mall and 6 km from Gautrain Sandton Station.

From US$116.98 per night

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Guest houses that travellers love in Johannesburg

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Avg. price/night: US$78.70
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
Great host. Lovely quaint spot in the middle of the city
Guest review by
Imtiaz
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$43.81
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 296 reviews
Great location. Spacious room with pool and garden view. Carl a great host.
Guest review by
Alexander
Solo traveller
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