66 Sixth Avenue, Melville, 2092 Johannesburg, South Africa
#36 of 293 B&Bs and Inns in Johannesburg
Guests' ChoiceBased on 244 B&B reviews
9.0Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.1
Location
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
9.3
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 16 April 2024
Lucie
FranceNothing
We had the best time in Agterplaas guesthouse. The host did everything to make feel at home : they even upgraded our room for free once we arrived. Besides, they made sure we got everything we needed for our 10 months old baby. The room are very spacious and comfortable, located in a very safe aera in Johannesburg (we could easily go out, have drinks and lunch by foot). And the breakfast, which is included, is excellent. Fresh baked bread, fresh fruits, very good muffins… Thank you for everything !
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 12 April 2024
Sharon
South AfricaEverything was Great.
This was the second time I stayed here, the last time was about 7 years ago. Such a warm friendly place to stay. Booking in was awesome, also helped with my bags to the room (Thank you for that) The Wifi was great. The TV wasnt functional, however, I had my laptop so I could easily stream. The breakfast was just perfect. The homemade bread was delicious.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 April 2024
Michael
South AfricaThe breakfast was great. The location is ideal, right next to the restaurant strip in Melville.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Jan
GermanyVery friendly and beautiful guesthouse.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Paulinah
South AfricaNothing
Very clean and friendly staff
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
R
GermanyThe guesthouse is a very pleasant place to stay for several days in a good, stylish and safe environment There are several offers for rooms, according to your own needs. The very good breakfast à la carte and partly as a buffet should not be missed. The owners are very courteous and helpful, and find together always find a solution together with the managers and staff if there is a problem.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Diana
United KingdomEveryone at the guesthouse was warm and welcoming. I liked the traditional, comfy style.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 27 February 2024
Francesco
ItalyI was in the other building at the main floor and someone upstairs start to work with the hammer at 7am interrupting my sleep. For this matter I don't give a 10.
Location is safe as there are many private police men around, staff is really nice and breakfast is really good. , everything was nice.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 24 February 2024
Cheryl
AustraliaVery clean, comfortable rooms. Lovely cooked breakfast included.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Johannes
NetherlandsOasis in a lush green zone inside a bustling city. Quiet but the relevant landmarks of the city are easy to reach. Friendly welcoming staff. Glorious world-famed breakfast with a wide choice of home-made healthy stuff. Maybe I should not be this positive as then prices will go up.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 19 February 2024
Adam
South AfricaNo bad feedback.
My staff member stayed there and enjoyed his stay. Said food was good and owner was friendly. It was his second stay there.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 18 February 2024
Dave
South AfricaNA
Breakfast and location both fantastic. We had a problem with room plumbing but our room was immediately changed and the problem addressed
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
Martha
South AfricaPillows could use an upgrade, and the TV wasn't working.
Fantastic breakfast! Good central location. Quirky decor.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Nicte-ha
SpainA beautiful property in a calm and safe area of Johannesburg. An area full of bars and restaurants (7th street) is just a short walk away. The owners were lovely and kindly let us leave our suitcases on the property while we explored Johannesburg. The breakfast was delicious!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 17 January 2024
Caillan
United KingdomVery friendly staff and all very welcoming! The whole place is wonderfully presented, and the rooms are comfortable! The breakfast is a great bonus, as well as the Melville area.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 January 2024
Robert
South AfricaMy TV didn't work.
Breakfast is good. Location is a bit off the business routes I take, but was not a big problem.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Anna
Cyprusvery friendly owners, clean and safe atmosphere, great breakfast.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 12 January 2024
Christine
South AfricaThe guesthouse is fantastic and does everything in their power regarding aesthetics, comfort, and security. It is beyond their control that security has become a challenge, and one needs to remain vigilant at all times, so cannot fully relax.
The "old Mellville" arts culture feel and the staff, with their unique backgrounds. This brought back memories for me of the late 80's Mellville.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Andrew
United KingdomOnly that it was a long way out from the airport
Friendly homely place to stay with an excellent breakfast. The owner and his staff were very helpful indeed.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 January 2024
Pieter
South AfricaTv was out of order
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 7 January 2024
Tibi
AustraliaThe owner and all the staff were exceptional and did what they could to make sure our stay was comfortable. We loved everything about it.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 January 2024
J
CanadaWe had to carry several keys, which we were not used to; however, it wasn't a huge inconvenience.
Excellent breakfast. Hired staff were professional, courteous, and friendly
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 1 January 2024
David
United StatesThe only negative of the stay was the cot/third bed, which was very uncomfortable, a mattress on the floor would have been better.
The location is good in a safe neighborhood located on a steep hillside with good views and was quiet. The normal beds were quite comnfortable and the breakfast was very good with homemade bread and plenty of variety.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 30 December 2023
Hhvasa
Saudi ArabiaThe house is outdated, or authentic, some mind it some dont.
We enjoyed the hospitality. Everyone very friendly, including the guests. Old school breakfast. Jannie is a musician, we enjoyed the performance and his house is open to all people with smiles on their faces. The street and house is safe, in residential area.
Stayed in December 2023
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