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Pablo House

3 4th Avenue Melville, Johannesburg 2092 South Africa
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We are a botique tree-top guest house in Johannesburg situated on the highest point in Melville with views across the Koppies towards Sandton. Pablo House has 8 rooms some with views, others with terraces all en-suite with rain showers, netflix TV’s and super comfy king beds. Our newly added restaurant “Pablo Dos Manos” is open for our guests - serving pizza and other delicious items cooked in our wood burning oven. They newly installed pool is also a treat to cool off on a hot day with a cold beverage which can be brought down to you. Pablo House have 24hour staff on duty to make sure you always have someone to help with whatever you need. Come stay at Pablo House and see what you think!
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
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Wifi
Bar / lounge
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Snack bar
Shared kitchen
Sun terrace
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Gillian W wrote a review 8 Mar
Twickenham, United Kingdom101 contributions50 helpful votes
Beautiful boutique hotel with a beautiful little pool and sun deck amongst lush greenery. Fantastic bar/restaurant with views for miles . Great atmosphere (people come from around Jo’burg to eat there as known as such a lovely place) and delicious food! Super friendly and helpful staff.
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Date of stay: March 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Gwen S. wrote a review Jan 2024
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This is my absolute favorite hotel in joburg. I stay here every time I'm in the city. I love everything about it - the staff, the drinks, the art, the pizza, the breakfast, the location, the rooms. Just amazing! Already looking forward to my return!
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Ronald d wrote a review Dec 2023
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Very hospitable. Very friendly personal. We also got a free upgrade to a beautiful vila with a great view. The food was extremely good. They also, on our request, organized a last minute tour through Johannesburg including Soweto. Which was very nice, safe and informative. I would recommend this 100%
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Date of stay: November 2023
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Kate wrote a review Oct 2023
Cape Town Central, South Africa4 contributions
It’s not my first time at Pablo, and I’m glad I returned. It was a good as my first impression, second time round. The setting is calming, the ambiance is good.... they get so much right - the music choices, attentive staff …its got all the feels! I once again leave feeling refreshed and more special than when I arrived. Thank you to all at Pablo for another great experience
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Date of stay: September 2023
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luv2travel19941953 wrote a review Sept 2023
San Diego, California120 contributions126 helpful votes
A group of friends and I stayed three nights at the Pablo House in early August 2023 prior to a safari. We occupied 4 of the 9 rooms. The Pablo House is a very special find. The location on a hill means that the rooms, restaurant, and common area have spectacular views. I was in room #4, which had two walls with windows running across both of them. The rooms and common areas are very inviting and nicely decorated. The hotel staff is incredibly welcoming, kind, and helpful. The hotel has a restaurant attached, open for all meals. The food was absolutely delicious. We ate 3 breakfasts and three dinners there. It is also frequented by locals and is a popular place with good reason. It's very convenient to have such a good restaurant in house since the hotel location is not a close walk to restaurants and cafe's although just a five-7 minute drive. The hotel also has a driver on staff who can be hired for the day, which we did. He was wonderful. Everything about the Pablo House makes it the place I will be recommending to friends when they go to Joburg.
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Date of stay: August 2023
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Responded 9 Sept 2023
Hello! and thank you so much for this awesome review, we truly appreciate it and i am so glad you had a good stay! I hope you come back and stay with us again :)
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Rich A wrote a review Aug 2023
4 contributions1 helpful vote
Pablo House was comfortable and pleasurable. We were visiting when the temperature dipped to 0 Celsius. We remained comfortable and they had a great fireplace.The rooms, the property, the fabulous restaurant the view. All good.The owners Louis and Lee were gracious and helpful with giving ideas for excursions. We ran into a snag when we had no cash and my ATM was swallowed .Rudy, the manager went so “out of his way” to help me get to the ABSA bank to sort out the problem and get my card back. All the staff were very friendly and helpful. Rich App
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Parking is a problem in Johannesburg and driving around s little hazardous. Uber I’d the best and...
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Responded 31 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time for this review. We are just glad we were able to help and really loved having you stay. We will hopefully host you again next time!
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Traveler05420850345 wrote a review Jul 2023
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Pablo House was the first stop on our South African trip. The heartfelt welcome from all the staff including Tiisetso, Andrew, James, Thymbani and the owners Lee and Louis, made us feel right at home. All the chefs were top notch. The food was so delicious that we looked forward to each meal - intent on trying each dish on the menu! Our 16 year old loved the pizzas which were fresh and light. The view was amazing, the accommodations comfortable and spacious. The area grocery and other shops were within walking distance. Thanks to all for making our stay so memorable.
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Date of stay: July 2023
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Responded 19 Jul 2023
Wow! What an awesome review thank you so so much! We hope you come back soon :)
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veerleb368 wrote a review Jul 2023
Gouda, The Netherlands17 contributions1 helpful vote
Our go to place when we stay in Joburg. The restaurant is sublime, easy to go everywhere with Uber but they have good/safe parking space. Rooms are good and views amazing. Owners are passionate and involved. Overall good vibes😎 Ps. Drink a margarita when you are there!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 19 Jul 2023
Thank you so much for your review! We really appreciate it! We hope to have you back again soon
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Alicia239 wrote a review May 2023
Naples, Florida90 contributions16 helpful votes
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Our group of 7 really enjoyed our one night stay here. We arrived late at night due to a really harrowing travel day and were greeted so professionally and hospitably we were at ease immediately. Our rooms were beautiful and clean. My husband’s knee was hurting from an injury and we were given a room right near the lobby, so helpful. Thank you. The restaurant staff stayed up late and made us amazing dinner plates in a very laid back pace. Delicious filets and appetizers and sides paired with wine. A great start to our first time in Joburg. The next morning after a great night’s sleep, we enjoyed fresh, delicious, breakfast and saw the beautiful views for the first time in daylight! After breakfast before we left, we were given a tour of larger guest houses and we have to say that those were stunning as well, tempting us to come back! This place is a must stay when visiting here. Nothing to complain about, only happiness here! Thank you!
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 4 Jun 2023
Thank you so so much for your awesome review we really appreciate it and can’t wait to have you back again!
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Antonia Gellert wrote a review Apr 2023
6 contributions1 helpful vote
We really enjoyed our stay at Pablo House. Our room was very modern, nicely furnished and absolutely clean. We got welcome drinks upon arrival and early check-in was not a problem at all. The view over the city was fantastically beautiful, we didn't expect that. The food, whether breakfast, lunch or dinner, was excellent. The pizza was one of the best we have ever eaten. All the staff and the owner himself are super friendly and welcoming. We will definitely come back and can recommend it 100%.
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Responded 4 Jun 2023
Thank you so so much for this lovely review we really appreciate it and can’t wait to have you stay again!
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S$103 - S$153 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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South AfricaGautengGreater JohannesburgJohannesburg
NUMBER OF ROOMS
10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pablo House
Which popular attractions are close to Pablo House?
Nearby attractions include Melville Neighborhood (1.1 km), 27Boxes (1.0 km), and 24 Boxes (1.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Pablo House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
What food & drink options are available at Pablo House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Pablo House?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Pablo House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Bambanani, De la Creme Patisserie, and Cafe Picobella.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Pablo House?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does Pablo House have airport transportation?
Yes, Pablo House offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Are any cleaning services offered at Pablo House?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Are there any historical sites close to Pablo House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct (4.7 km), Johannesburg Fort (5.2 km), and Nelson Mandela Foundation (6.8 km).