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Saffron Guest House

Cnr of 7th Street and 5th Avenue | Melville, Johannesburg, South Africa
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Saffron Guest House
Ranked #19 of 188 Johannesburg B&B and Inns
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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

This was a beautiful place, with great design and nice amenities. The neighborhood is great too--we had heard horrible things about the crime in JoBurg, but one feels relatively safe in this neighborhood. We'd heard it's one of the only neighborhoods where you can walk around freely and feel like you're in a normal metropolitan area like NYC or Paris... More

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san diego
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

Melville was a great neighborhood, and the accommodation was very comfortable. Several good restaurants within a couple blocks, which was good. They provided secure off street parking. The fact that it included a full breakfast at a neighboring bakery/cafe was icing on the cake. Recommend it highly.

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Colchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013

A lovely place to stay. This isn't the normal guest house or hotel, these are individual rooms and studios within an enclosure, all at ground level. Suitable if your mobility isn't brilliant but you can cope with slopes, small steps and thresholds but probably not suitable for a wheel chair. Very secure, there are tall walls and fences around and... More

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Ottawa, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

I used to live in Joburg and love Melville, so I was pumped to be put up on 7th street where i was there for meetings. And I was not disappointed. This place was really superbly situated, and the rooms are really spacious and comfortable. I loved it! Good breakfast as well. In general staff was great as well. However,... More

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Chapel Hill, NC
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2012

Steps away from the wonderful restaurants and shops in the Melville neighborhood. Accomodations were very comfortable and the staff always helpful. WiFi works well and the breakfast is excellent. I've been to Joburg many times and this is one of my favorite neighborhoods. Highly recommended.

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Sao Paulo, SP
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2012

This is a modern and well decorated place. Rooms are large and very confortable. To complete the location is perfect. Close to nice restaurants and coffee shops. Cozy street and very lively area. You can't go wrong! The manager, Emily, is a very sweet person. The whole staff will make you feel home. I'll definetively will be there the next... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2012

We were very impressed with our 2 week stay at Saffron guest House/Johannesburg Suites on 7th in Melville. From the spacious and unique interior design, to the professional management and amazing staff, we could not ask for anything more. I would definitely choose to stay at the suites again and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2012

My short two night stay gave me a taster for Johannesburg. Emily arranged airport pick up ,tailor made city tour and transfer with a professional reliable driver called Solly. Nothing was a problem. Room very comfortable and clean. Melville may not be Sandton but you get the chance to stay in what appears to be a real neighbourhood with good... More

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Mine
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 October 2012

Really enjoyed out time at Saffron. The manager, Emily, was a gracious hostess who really did care that we were comfortable and well informed. We will be back in Jo'burg in one month and will stay at Saffron again. The town of Melville is artsy funky and safe to walk around in, even at night for two women on our... More

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Oakland, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

Saffron is one of the best places I have ever stayed. I will always go back. Melville is full of character, and despite a lot going on in the neighborhood, Saffron itself is quiet. The grounds are lovely, the rooms are spacious, very clean, and include everything you need. The wireless worked great, and the breakfast they arrange for you... More

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Address: Cnr of 7th Street and 5th Avenue | Melville, Johannesburg, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Gauteng > Greater Johannesburg > Johannesburg
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #19 of 188 B&Bs / Inns in Johannesburg
Price range (per night): S$103 - 136
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Saffron Guest House is centrally located in the heart of trendy Melville, close to SABC, Media 24 and the University of Johannesburg. The guest house is on Melville’s vibrant 7th street, which boasts a variety of top restaurants, cocktail lounges, galleries, boutiques, bookstores and coffee shops.Saffron Guest House is close to the main highways and centres of Johannesburg, the closest being Rosebank, Parkhurst and Greenside, as well as many of the city’s tourist attractions, including the Apartheid Museum, Constitutional Court and the Nelson Mandela Bridge. ... more   less 
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