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Pablo House

4.0 star property
Johannesburg guesthouse in Melville with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Restaurant
Outdoor pool
View from room
Lobby sitting area
Premium bedding, free minibar items, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service

Room options

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Premium bedding, free minibar items, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, free minibar items, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Valley View

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, free minibar items, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Valley View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, free minibar items, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Loft, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Valley View

Highlights

Patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
  • 45 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Living area

Panoramic Villa

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
2 bathrooms
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Premium bedding, free minibar items, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden Area

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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3 4th Avenue, Melville, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2092

What's nearby

  • University of Johannesburg - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Witwatersrand - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Johannesburg Zoo - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Rosebank Mall - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Gold Reef City Casino - 11 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Rosebank Station - 17 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 20 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Picobella Trattoria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Anat - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cuppa Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rocomamas - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Pablo House

Upscale guesthouse located in Melville
At Pablo House, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a free manager's reception, and a rooftop terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a body treatment, or a manicure/pedicure. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • Concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Pablo House offer perks such as premium bedding, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and minibars (stocked with some free items).
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, electric kettles, and heating

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of ZAR 200 per pet, per night
1 total (up to 11 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: ZAR 1000.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1000 per room (roundtrip)
  • Pet fee: ZAR 200 per pet, per night
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Pablo House Guesthouse Johannesburg
Pablo House Guesthouse
Pablo House Johannesburg
Pablo House Guesthouse
Pablo House Johannesburg
Pablo House Guesthouse Johannesburg

Frequently asked questions

Does Pablo House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pablo House pet-friendly?

Yes, this guest house allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 11 lbs per pet. There's a fee of ZAR 200 per pet, per night.

How much is parking at Pablo House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pablo House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Pablo House?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Pablo House provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 1000 per room applies.

Where is Pablo House located?

Located in Melville, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg Botanical Garden, and Lindfield Victorian House Museum. Melville Koppies Nature Reserve and University of Witwatersrand are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Pablo House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 120 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 120 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Blanchard P

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was just as listed. Exceptional staff, great food, and the owners L & L were exceptional hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sophie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place, we have stayed in a few hotels in berg over the years but this one is our fav because its so chill, arty and loving. It feels like youre in a nature reserve at the top of the hill in the greenery. It feels like they really support local artists as the art is amazing and you can also buy in the reception. The food and bar selection is always delicious - wood fire T bones, wood fire prawns etc. We know about this place as our local friends always come here for the Pizzas as a group meet. We prefer the bigger rooms like the loft as its like a home with a kitchen and the ceilings are super high. I would stay here over the Four Seasons for a more local art scene view of Jberg.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pieter Johannes

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and a warm welcome with a great cocktail makes you want to come back. Our bed was super comfortable and with a great view including a weaver bird tending to his nest. It's certainly a unique space to experience something authenticly and lesser known about the Joburg Northern suburbs. It's unfortunate about the typical low water pressure and shower design, which is also way too small. It splashes all over the floor next to your only toilet. A geyser decided to trip just as we were ready to take a shower after a long tiring day and weren't in the mood to wait an hour for hot water. Inconveniently placed light switches, a crucial spotlight flickering and power sockets dating from 1940's without a place to sit down and blow your hair in front of a mirror may all be acceptable by South African standards, but to my Japanese partner unimaginable how that could pass.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xing

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nayyereh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

DANILO

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really hoped to get the opportunity to visit Pablo House because we heard a lot of great things about it. And when we finally arrived we were sooooo happy! There is not so much to say; Pablo House is THE PLACE to stay when visiting Johannesburg! Thank you guys!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stylish hotel, wonderful staff
The hotel is very comfortable and welcoming, beautifully designed with very stylish and chic surroundings. The views are wonderful, totally unexpected from a city hotel. It's quiet and safe. Explore the whole place, it's built on a hillside with a pool at the bottom and rooms on many levels. Comfy big beds, great art and the food is lovely too. The staff are all friendly and helpful. We were lucky enough to be there when artworks from a local gallery were being displayed, great idea.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

MOHD

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ilana

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful 1 night stay at Pablo House. We stayed in the villa, which was a very large fantastic space for our family of 5. The views are beautiful! We enjoyed dinner and breakfast in the restaurant. Staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anusheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A WARM WINTERY BIRTHDAY BREAKAWAY
Amazing stay. Friendly owner and staff and delicious food. The views are lovely. Especially loved the cosy fire and sun rooms as well as the love seat outside our room. Everything was stunning. Winter retreat. Will definitely recommend and will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nakeiha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at a boutique hotel for sure. Owners are thoughtful, attentive, and the VIEWS are amazing. Pablo House has a restaurant that serves a wide variety if delicious meals and tasty drinks. You can definitely tell how much care is here. Would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shmuel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!!! Everyone was so nice and welcoming. Hospitality was incredible and the food was delicious. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

J

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelebogile

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is beautiful, you would swear you are not in Melville. A gem of a place! Really enjoyed my one night staycation 💃
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from the Pablo House and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
HIdden gem
Lovely bar area, and great view of joburg food was far better than expected, steak and pizza 5*
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love Pablo House. It’s a cool place with an interesting team of people and customers. It has a very multi cultural feel. Great food and it’s always service with a smile.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful, cosy, stylish place. Love the view across the valley. And a very relaxed atmosphere in the lobby area too. Feels like you’re staying in somebody’s (dream) home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020