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Ginnegaap Guest House

3.0 star property
Family-friendly Johannesburg guesthouse in Melville with free breakfast
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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
42-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV
Front of property
View from property
Standard Double or Twin Room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
54 4th Avenue, Melville, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2092
  • University of Witwatersrand
    3 min drive
  • Netcare Milpark Hospital
    5 min drive
  • Johannesburg Zoo
    5 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    37 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Highlights

Garden
Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment/Family Unit | In-room dining

Apartment/Family Unit

Highlights

Garden
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Room

Basic Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Johannesburg

A family-friendly stay in Johannesburg awaits you at Ginnegaap Guest House. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Johannesburg Botanical Garden and University of Johannesburg. Highlights at this guest house include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Melville guest house, attractions include Gold Reef City Casino and Melrose Arch Shopping Centre.
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What's nearby

  • University of Witwatersrand - 3 min drive
  • Johannesburg Zoo - 5 min drive
  • Rosebank Mall - 8 min drive
  • Gold Reef City Casino - 11 min drive
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Rosebank Station - 15 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 19 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tilt Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Huamin Chinese Restaurant & Take Aways - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Smoking Kills Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Countess - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Reserved Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Ginnegaap Guest House

Family-friendly Johannesburg guesthouse in Melville with free breakfast
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business centre on site. Free breakfast is served daily. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Ginnegaap Guest House. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Johannesburg guest house.

  • 1 floor
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1940
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Ginnegaap Guest House offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-cm flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 7:00 AM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Airport shuttle transfer per adult: ZAR 500 (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle transfer per child: ZAR 4 (one-way)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 500.00 per vehicle (one way)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 4 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Ginnegaap Guest House?

Yep, Ginnegaap Guest House has a free self car park.

Does Ginnegaap Guest House have a pool?

Ginnegaap Guest House has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Ginnegaap Guest House family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and laundry facilities, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Ginnegaap Guest House is a hit with families.

Does Ginnegaap Guest House serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ginnegaap Guest House?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ginnegaap Guest House?

Check-in begins at 7:00 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Ginnegaap Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

SIMON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place in a great neighborhood
nice place in a great location. You can easily walk to many bars and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann , Chicago USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A Charming Guesthouse in Melville!
Corlien and Pierre were very hospitable and friendly hosts. They have an excellent staff who work hard to ensure one's comfort (kudos to Patrick, Pretty and Patience!). The breakfasts were delicious...the menu extensive. As a cat lover, the very lovable Cesar made the environment like home!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great service
Overall my stay here was very pleasant. The staff were warm and welcoming and took extra care to arrange for a very early morning departure and even made sure that I had breakfast before I left. The room was spacious with separate bathroom and closet areas. My one complaint is that the room was quite chilly with no heat and my visit was in the winter. Electric blankets are provided for the bed at night but, the room itself was too cold to comfortably relax in during the evening. (I understand that central heat is not common in SA but, a few small space heaters available to guests who request them would have made my stay a 5/5.)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay!
We loved it. Everyone is very friendly, the breakfasts are excellent and it is close to shops and restaurants in Melville which is a great area, Also, Jacob, the driver and tour guide is affiliated with the guest house is great as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

leeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay! with the best staff
Everyone went out of their way for my mom and I- would stay there again- room is super clean- super friendly staff and GREAT food
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the place is nice . moderate safety in district
nice place . wonderful staff. but only save to walk around till 5pm

10/10 Excellent

Tom, Corrientes, Argentina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, warm staff
We had a lovely stay at Ginnegaap. The staff and owner were so nice and attentive to our needs, even when we asked for a cab arrangement after reception had closed. The room has everything you need, including a huge bed, a safe deposit box, a nice bathroom with amenities, a flat screen TV, an iron, and even an emergency button just in case. Breakfast was big and has a lot of options, and if you have to leave before breakfast time (like we did) they can prepare one for you the day before so you don't miss out on that as well. Overall, a wonderful place.

8/10 Good

Ed, Naples, Italy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint residence near hip area.
The owner and staff were very friendly. They helped organize a day tour of Johannesburg which is key for this city. Great breakfast, much more than we expected from a hotel in this price range. Room was modest but clean and had everything we needed. I would recommend this place as it gives you a chance to also explore the Melville neighborhood, which is a nice diverse area and close to everything.

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent urban retreat
Really nice place, great value and very well stocked apartment with kitchen too.

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfortable stay. Tired decor. Goad service. Hospitable host. We stayed as part of tour. Decor needs to be upgraded and someone needs to look at risk with multiple electrical sockets. All in all host accommodating. Clean and comfortable if not at tad tired.

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a lovely guest house and everything is decorated beautifully. The room and bathroom is very attractive and comfortable. It is possible to walk a short distance to some nice restaurants. Breakfast on the verandah was terrific and of very good quality.

10/10 Excellent

Amy, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay in a good neighnborhood
Enjoyed our stay here.

8/10 Good

Regina F, Mossel Bay, South Africa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly, secure and a great location!
This Bed & Breakfast is very good value for money. The rooms are comfortable and very clean. The staff is very willing to please the guests. The breakfast is lovely, and you can pretty much have breakfast "your way". The location is good for Melville, and there is a nice little Italian restaurant a couple of blocks away, walking distance. If you are a light sleeper, then request the double digit rooms. I had room 1 and while it's a nice room, it's a the front of the house, and thus, noisy. I will return to this B&B.

8/10 Good

Mihloti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

6/10 Okay

kerry, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Work on the small details.
The guesthouse is in a safe, middle class suburb with local cafes & restaurants in easy walking distance. The room was small but well appointed and the breakfast was OK but only offered one piece of toast per person. We had difficulties with wifi and needed to call them in to get the TV working. Our biggest issue was their pick up from the airport when the driver expected us to lift our luggage into the back of a van.

8/10 Good

Andrea, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lovely little house
Excellent staff, very welcoming and accommodating! Great breakfast. Excellent value! Some great restaurants walking distance.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An Oasis in Jo-burg!
Beds were heaven. Staff were angels. Helpful, accommodating and and always available. Thanks for a lovely stay for our family. Would be great for couples too. :)

8/10 Good

Francois, Simon's Town

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Happy customer
Lovely room. Fantastic people. Good breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Denis, Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely guesthouse in a safe and friendly area.
Really enjoyed our time at Ginnegaap! Really great experience from the initial welcome to the gorgeous breakfast and the excellent advice from the owner, Corlien, and her staff. As it was cold at night during our winter visit, the radiators and electric blankets were a godsend as well as extra blankets should they be needed. Really safe area to walk up to the restaurants and bars. And the breakfast is the best ever!! Thanks again for a super introduction to South Africa!!

6/10 Okay

M Elizabeth, Ranchos de Taos, NM, USA

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice Location, Small Bath Tub...
I spent a couple nights at Ginnegaap before my flight back to the states. The location in Melville was great; easy walking to dining, galleries, shops and funky little bars on 7th St (Ave?). Patrick was a great host and the entire staff very friendly and accommodating. I'd requested a tub in the bathroom and was disappointed that it was very small, old... South Africa spoiled me with large, roomy bath tubs. This was not one of those...

8/10 Good

William, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay
I had an overnight layover. Nice neighborhood with some restaurants withing walking distance. Nice room with a good breakfast. However it is a bit far from the airport.

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth R, Gwytherin, Wales

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Oasis of calm.
Laid back B&B in a Bohemian neighbourhood, within walking distance of restaurants, bars and shops. Comfortable room with a fridge. Excellent breakfast and welcoming, helpful staff.

10/10 Excellent

jonathan, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great decoration
loved the decoration, very well located (can go by foot to very nice restaurants), great breakfast and staff