Melville Turret Guesthouse

Name: Melville Turret Guesthouse
Address: 118 2nd Ave, Johannesburg, 南非

3.0-star · 118 2nd Ave

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At a glance: 3-star · 4 rooms

Near: Zoo Lake · 2.6 km

Located in Johannesburg (Melville), Melville Turret Guesthouse is within a 10-minute drive of Rosebank Mall and Cresta Shopping Centre. This bed & breakfast is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Apartheid Museum and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from Gold Reef City Casino.

Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.

Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

Stay in one of 9 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.

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Check-in14:00
Check-out10:00

Breakfast

Extra bedsUp to 1

Check-in requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Children: Children 2 year old and over are permitted to stay in some room types at this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

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The best time to visit Johannesburg is from May to September, during the dry winter months. These months have the least rain and lower humidity, with pleasant daytime temperatures around 17-25°C and cool nights. October and November are warmer but rain increases, while December through February are the wettest and most humid months. The dry, sunny weather in winter makes it ideal for outdoor sightseeing and safaris.

Which area should I stay in in Johannesburg?

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What are the must-see attractions in Johannesburg?

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When is the best time to visit Johannesburg?

The best time to visit Johannesburg is from May to September, during the dry winter months. These months have the least rain and lower humidity, with pleasant daytime temperatures around 17-25°C and cool nights. October and November are warmer but rain increases, while December through February are the wettest and most humid months. The dry, sunny weather in winter makes it ideal for outdoor sightseeing and safaris.

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What are the must-see attractions in Johannesburg?

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Hector Pieterson Memorial

Maboneng Precinct

What day trips can I take from Johannesburg?

Day trips from Johannesburg include Pilanesberg National Park for a safari with the Big Five, the Cradle of Humankind for early human fossils, and Lesedi Cultural Village for a look at South African cultures. Tours also cover Soweto, including the Apartheid Museum and Mandela's House, for a deep dive into the city's history.

How many days do I need in Johannesburg?

Plan 3 days for Johannesburg itself. Use day one for the Apartheid Museum and Constitution Hill, day two for Gold Reef City Theme Park and Maboneng Precinct, and day three for the Johannesburg Zoo, Zoo Lake, and the Botanical Gardens. If you want to visit Mandela's House and the Hector Pieterson Memorial in Soweto, add a fourth day. A day trip to Pilanesberg or the Cradle of Humankind needs an extra day on top of that.

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Amenities

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