Arum Place Guest House

3.5 star property
Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and area shuttle service

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Luxury Room (Shades of Blue ) | Terrace/patio
Seasonal outdoor pool
Parking
Seasonal outdoor pool
Luxury Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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15 1st Street, Melville, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2091
  • Place, University of Johannesburg
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Apartheid Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandton City Mall
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Room (Shades of Blue )

  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room (Touch of Grey)

  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room (Golden Slumber )

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Room (Sugar and Spice)

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Cottage, 1 Double Bed

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Johannesburg

Located in Westdene within a short stroll of University of Johannesburg, Arum Place Guest House is within a 10-minute drive Neighbourgoods Market. This 9-room, 3.5-star guesthouse welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles.

What's nearby

  • University of Johannesburg - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rosebank Mall - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Apartheid Museum - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • First National Bank Stadium - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Sandton City Mall - 14 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rosebank Station - 19 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 21 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Picobella Trattoria - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Countess - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪UJ Student Centre - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Arum Place Guest House

Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and area shuttle service
Arum Place Guest House features free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and coffee in a common area. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available on request) for ZAR 400 per vehicle one-way, as well as a free area shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
60-cm plasma TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM on request
  • Free area shuttle

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1935
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 60-cm plasma TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 400 per vehicle (one-way)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM—-8:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • The seasonal pool is open from September to November.
  • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Arum Place Guest House?

This guesthouse is situated in Westdene within a short 19-minute walk of Johannesburg Botanical Garden and also 12 minutes on foot from Campus Square Shopping Centre. You'll also find Rosebank Mall and Johannesburg Zoo within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Arum Place Guest House?

No, there isn't parking available at the guesthouse.

Does Arum Place Guest House include a casino on the premises?

No, Arum Place Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Arum Place Guest House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 11:00 AM and 6:00 PM and the seasonal pool is normally open from September until November.

Is Arum Place Guest House good for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets as well as a seasonal outdoor pool and free breakfast.

Does Arum Place Guest House have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Arum Place Guest House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Arum Place Guest House offers free cooked-to-order breakfasts on weekday mornings though there is no restaurant.

Will Arum Place Guest House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Arum Place Guest House.

Are there connecting rooms at Arum Place Guest House?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

What is the closest airport to Arum Place Guest House?

The closest major airport to Arum Place Guest House is O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), which is 21.3 mi away (38 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), which is located 21 mi away (52-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Arum Place Guest House?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a furnished patio or a balcony where guests can enjoy garden or pool views.