Melrose Place Guest LodgevsAtholPlace House & Villa
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, AtholPlace Hotel & Villa is preferred by most writers compared to Melrose Place Guest Lodge. AtholPlace Hotel & Villa comes in at #16 in Johannesburg with positive reviews from 3 sources like Afar Magazine, concierge.com and Condé Nast Traveler.
Melrose Place Guest Lodge
12A North Street, Johannesburg 2196, South Africa
From $28/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet
"This very quiet and secluded country-style home is perfect for those who crave space – the rooms open onto expansive gardens and a large swimming pool. It’s well located between Rosebank and Sandton." Full review
AtholPlace House & Villa
90 Pretoria Ave, Atholl, Sandton 2024, South Africa
From $323/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"When to go: October and November, when the purple-flowering jacaranda trees are in full bloom."
Condé Nast Traveler
"The hotel has a well-stocked library, a lounge cum dining room with an in-house chef, a large pool, and gardens just big enough to stroll in." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Despite its central location just a few blocks from the heart of Sandton, AtholPlace retains a secluded air, offering the ultimate urban oasis." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This home-away-from-home, located in a quiet yet accessible part of Johannesburg, comprises a boutique hotel and next-door villa, both furnished in contemporary African décor." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"If you’re looking for a pre-safari pit stop en route to the awesome Kruger, AtholPlace Hotel & Villa in scenic Sandton has your name on it." Full review