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Pablo House

Property class: 4

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Photo gallery for Pablo House

A table with a potted plant, two cups, and a plaid blanket in a room with large windows overlooking a landscape.
A cozy interior with wicker furniture, hanging lights, and a large window offering a view of trees.
A modern hotel suite with a large glass balcony, wooden flooring, and a view of the surrounding forest.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a large window.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a white coffee table, and a yellow throw pillow.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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3 4th Avenue, Melville, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2092
  • Place, University of Johannesburg
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Melville Koppies Nature Reserve
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Johannesburg Botanical Garden
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Valley View

A bedroom with teal walls, a bed with white bedding, a grey sofa, and two potted plants.

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Valley View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Valley View

A bedroom with a green wall, a wooden floor, a green potted plant, a wicker basket, a green lamp, a Marshall speaker, and a bed with white and black pillows.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Valley View

  • Valley view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, City View

A neatly made bed with white linens and patterned pillows, a bedside lamp, a small round ottoman, and a framed artwork on the wall.

Superior Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 240 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden Area

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a grey headboard, and a teal accent wall. There are framed posters and a small stool by the bed.

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden Area

  • Garden view
  • 195 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Loft, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Valley View

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a white coffee table, and a yellow throw pillow.

Deluxe Loft, 1 King Bed, Kitchenette, Valley View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Valley view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Panoramic Villa

A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, and a large window.

Panoramic Villa

  • Valley view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Johannesburg

Located in Melville within a short walk of University of Johannesburg, Pablo House is within a mile (2 km) of Johannesburg Botanical Garden. This 4-star guesthouse has 8 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • University of Johannesburg - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Melville Koppies Nature Reserve - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • 7th Street - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Johannesburg Botanical Garden - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • South African Broadcasting Corporation - 6 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Xai Xai Lounge - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Countess - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Huamin Chinese Restaurant & Take Aways - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Pablo House

At Pablo House, guests have access to an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 1000 per room roundtrip. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
Guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Refrigerators, free minibar items, and espresso makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Facials
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for ZAR 200 per pet, per night
  • 1 total (11 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 1000.0 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1000 per room (roundtrip)
  • Pet fee: ZAR 200 per pet, per night
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the guesthouse at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Pablo House?

Pablo House provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Pablo House?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pablo House on Sep 4, 2026 start from $129, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Pablo House?

This guesthouse is situated in Melville within a short 18-minute walk of Johannesburg Botanical Garden. You'll also find Johannesburg Zoo and Emmarentia Dam within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Pablo House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Is there a spa available at Pablo House?

Spa services at the guesthouse include facials, mani/pedis, and body treatments.

Does Pablo House include a casino on the premises?

No, Pablo House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Pablo House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Pablo House?

There are many amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including in-room massages as well as a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Pablo House?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Pablo House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Pablo House serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Pablo House allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Pablo House for a fee of ZAR 200 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Pablo House?

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

How close is the airport from Pablo House?

The closest major airport to Pablo 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 Pablo House?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a balcony/patio and a patio where guests can enjoy valley and city views.

Pablo House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast was phenomenal, fresh and delicious!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and excellent food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed one night to attend a party close by. Beds were comfortable, great views, tvs in every bedroom. Worked out perfectly for the reason we booked it. Breakfast was delightful, we could choose what we wanted.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

hobson

Cliff side property, restaurant out stinking standing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view in the landscape…nice small Boutique Hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice facility in a dodgy location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was excellent 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ritsuko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel! Great staff, excellent food and the room is very comfy, esp the bed. Very trendy but rustic at the same time. Love this place!❤️
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Villa stay

This was our final night in Joburg and it was the best night. We stayed in the Villa, which was gorgeous. The restaurant was also amazing. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Blanchard P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was just as listed. Exceptional staff, great food, and the owners L & L were exceptional hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an exceptional stay. The people greeted us and went above and beyond to ensure we were welcomed and had everything we need. The property was also so lovely with cool artwork and vibey decor throughout. Truly an exceptional stay. And our dinner and breakfast were both some of the most memorable meals on our trip to South Africa. This place is a gem — book it.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ilana

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful 1 night stay at Pablo House. We stayed in the villa, which was a very large fantastic space for our family of 5. The views are beautiful! We enjoyed dinner and breakfast in the restaurant. Staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shmuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!!! Everyone was so nice and welcoming. Hospitality was incredible and the food was delicious. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anusheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A WARM WINTERY BIRTHDAY BREAKAWAY

Amazing stay. Friendly owner and staff and delicious food. The views are lovely. Especially loved the cosy fire and sun rooms as well as the love seat outside our room. Everything was stunning. Winter retreat. Will definitely recommend and will be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nakeiha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at a boutique hotel for sure. Owners are thoughtful, attentive, and the VIEWS are amazing. Pablo House has a restaurant that serves a wide variety if delicious meals and tasty drinks. You can definitely tell how much care is here. Would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Trine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The restaurant is genuinely lovely and clearly the highlight of the property. Unfortunately, the rest of the experience doesn’t live up to it. The room I stayed in was spacious, but it felt damp, which affected comfort throughout the stay. More concerning is the state of the outdoor areas — they are in clear neglect and give the impression that maintenance has been deferred for quite some time. With proper upkeep, especially outside, this place could be much better. As it stands, it feels uneven: strong food offering, but accommodation and common areas let it down.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DANILO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really hoped to get the opportunity to visit Pablo House because we heard a lot of great things about it. And when we finally arrived we were sooooo happy! There is not so much to say; Pablo House is THE PLACE to stay when visiting Johannesburg! Thank you guys!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stylish hotel, wonderful staff

The hotel is very comfortable and welcoming, beautifully designed with very stylish and chic surroundings. The views are wonderful, totally unexpected from a city hotel. It's quiet and safe. Explore the whole place, it's built on a hillside with a pool at the bottom and rooms on many levels. Comfy big beds, great art and the food is lovely too. The staff are all friendly and helpful. We were lucky enough to be there when artworks from a local gallery were being displayed, great idea.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place, we have stayed in a few hotels in berg over the years but this one is our fav because its so chill, arty and loving. It feels like youre in a nature reserve at the top of the hill in the greenery. It feels like they really support local artists as the art is amazing and you can also buy in the reception. The food and bar selection is always delicious - wood fire T bones, wood fire prawns etc. We know about this place as our local friends always come here for the Pizzas as a group meet. We prefer the bigger rooms like the loft as its like a home with a kitchen and the ceilings are super high. I would stay here over the Four Seasons for a more local art scene view of Jberg.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pieter Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and a warm welcome with a great cocktail makes you want to come back. Our bed was super comfortable and with a great view including a weaver bird tending to his nest. It's certainly a unique space to experience something authenticly and lesser known about the Joburg Northern suburbs. It's unfortunate about the typical low water pressure and shower design, which is also way too small. It splashes all over the floor next to your only toilet. A geyser decided to trip just as we were ready to take a shower after a long tiring day and weren't in the mood to wait an hour for hot water. Inconveniently placed light switches, a crucial spotlight flickering and power sockets dating from 1940's without a place to sit down and blow your hair in front of a mirror may all be acceptable by South African standards, but to my Japanese partner unimaginable how that could pass.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOSEMARY

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Casa muito grande, acomodando facilmente uma família. A casa possui um bar com frigobar e alguns utensílios para apoio. A casa não oferece cozinha, mas o hotel tem um restaurante muito bom, com preços excelentes. O café da manhã é excelente! Eles oferecem um valor por pessoa, passando disse você paga a diferente. Para ser sincero, nos dias que ficamos lá, comemos muito e não foi preciso pagar nada, nunca atingimos o valor diário. Pelo que percebemos, a área é um pouco distante e perigosa. Como só andávamos de Uber, isso não foi um problema. O segurança do hotel muito atencioso e gentil, ficava sempre perto da gente. A casa contava com uma piscina, mas estava muito suja.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Luiz

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Quarto fora da propriedade, precisa passar pela chuva quando chove. O chuveiro não esquenta, tivemos que tomar banho em outro quarto, inclusive sair na chuva de manhã pra fazer isso. Café da manhã limitado. Funcionários do restaurante sem vontade de atender.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Toll eingerichtetes Loft. Spitzen Restaurant. Draußen teils etwas in die Jahre gekommen.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellente adresse dans ce boutique hôtel : très belle maison design et déco, accueil chaleureux, très bonne cuisine
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024