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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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 810 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 676 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 902 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

Popular with guests booking guest houses in Johannesburg

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews

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$66.35 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$91.07 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$86.73 per night

Adhara Guesthouse

Johannesburg
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 35 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$50.88 per night

Twickenham Guest House

Johannesburg
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 539 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 231 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 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$69.38 per night

Highly rated guest houses in Johannesburg and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 410 reviews

Ideally situated in the centre of Johannesburg, Popsy's Guest House is a recently renovated guest house, providing free WiFi and private parking.

From US$28.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

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

From US$25.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

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

From US$52.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

Located just 6.1 km from Parkview Golf Club, Cherry Guest House 1 provides accommodation in Johannesburg with access to a bar, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen.

From US$31.22 per night

Me Time

Johannesburg
8.0+ review score
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 50 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$30.70 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$50.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 88 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$99.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 40 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$140.24 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Johannesburg and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 241 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$420.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - 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$76.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 609 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$69.15 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$143.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 139 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 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 244 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$173.46 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$33.82 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 215 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$104.08 per night

Guest Houses with swimming pools in Johannesburg and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

Located within 1.3 km of Parkview Golf Club and 7.4 km of Johannesburg Stadium in Johannesburg, Maison Jacaranda features accommodation with seating area.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Set in Johannesburg, 3 km from Parkview Golf Club, Hibiscus House offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

From US$46.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.6
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Featuring pool views, Cossy Possy Guest House provides accommodation with a terrace and a balcony, around 3.4 km from Observatory Golf Club.

From US$20.24 per night

Situated within 7.5 km of Gold Reef City Casino and 7.6 km of Apartheid Museum in Johannesburg, De Hill Leisure Guest House provides accommodation with seating area.

From US$39.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 198 reviews

Set just 3.6 km from Observatory Golf Club, Erima Lodge features accommodation in Johannesburg with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

From US$33.54 per night

Set in Johannesburg, 4.4 km from Observatory Golf Club, 45 on westmoreland features accommodation with spa facilities. This guest house offers free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

From US$31.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.8
Poor - What previous guests thought, 191 reviews

Offering a shared lounge and garden view, Da Arden Guest House is located in Johannesburg, 3.2 km from Parkview Golf Club and 5.3 km from Sandton City Mall.

From US$31.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 195 reviews

Offering a shared lounge and quiet street view, Charlie's Spot - The Gardens is set in Johannesburg, 5.1 km from Observatory Golf Club and 7 km from Johannesburg Stadium.

From US$49.09 per night

FAQ about guest houses in Johannesburg

Guest houses that travellers love in Johannesburg

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Avg. price/night: US$77.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews
Great host. Lovely quaint spot in the middle of the city
Guest review by
Imtiaz
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$39.84
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 289 reviews
Great location. Spacious room with pool and garden view. Carl a great host.
Guest review by
Alexander
Solo traveller