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5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House

Johannesburg Tudor guesthouse with outdoor pool

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Property entrance
Interior
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Property entrance
Located in Randburg, 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House offers an upscale retreat with a fireplace in the lobby and garden views. Unwind by the outdoor pool or explore nearby attractions after a full breakfast. With dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, free WiFi and multilingual staff available to all guests.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Why we love this property

Enchanting Tudor charm
The Tudor architecture pairs perfectly with this hotel's curated decor. A charming garden creates a picturesque setting for relaxation.
Breakfast indulgence
This guesthouse tempts taste buds with a full breakfast offering, setting the stage for a day of culinary satisfaction and adventure.
Unique room design
Individual style permeates each room of this guesthouse, showcasing meticulously curated decor that creates a distinct personality for every space.

Room options

Showing 8 of 8 rooms
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Twin room, en-suite bath,shower, Room 12
Twin room, en-suite bath,shower, Room 12
Twin room, en-suite bath,shower, Room 12

Twin room, en-suite bath,shower, Room 12

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Portable fan
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Twin Room, extra Bed Room 5
Twin Room, extra Bed Room 5
Twin Room, extra Bed Room 5

Twin Room, extra Bed Room 5

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Renovated in 2017
Portable fan
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Double Room, ensuite Bathroom, Shower Room 6
Double Room, ensuite Bathroom, Shower Room 6
Double Room, ensuite Bathroom, Shower Room 6

Double Room, ensuite Bathroom, Shower Room 6

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Twin room with shower, room 3 or 4
Twin room with shower, room 3 or 4
Twin room with shower, room 3 or 4

Twin room with shower, room 3 or 4

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Renovated in 2017
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Twin Room with Bathroom 2,7,11
Twin Room with Bathroom 2,7,11
Twin Room with Bathroom 2,7,11

Twin Room with Bathroom 2,7,11

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 10
Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 10
Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 10

Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 10

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 8
Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 8
Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 8

Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 8

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
TV
Renovated in 2017
Portable fan
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Single room, en-suite bathroom room 9
Single room, en-suite bathroom room 9
Single room, en-suite bathroom room 9

Single room, en-suite bathroom room 9

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Renovated in 2017
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

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44 5th Avenue, Randburg, Gauteng, 2195

What's nearby

  • Johannesburg Botanical Garden - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Jan van Riebeeck Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Johannesburg Eye Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Cresta Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Emmarentia Dam - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 42 min drive
  • Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA) - 48 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 25 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Olivia's CoffeeBake - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Irish Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer Library - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Steers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Satori - ‬9 min walk

About this property

5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House

At 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 11 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–8:30 AM on weekdays and 7 AM–9 AM on weekends

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Conference space (603 square feet)

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1955
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 80-cm TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 100 per person

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Gold Reef City Casino (15-min drive) and Montecasino (16-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House and nearby?

5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House has an outdoor pool and a garden.

What's the area around 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House like?

5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House is in Randburg, a short 14-minute walk from Johannesburg Botanical Garden.

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5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.2

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Exceptional

A Hideaway in Joburg. Anna, die rechte Hand der Chefin ist die gute Seele des Hauses. Ruhig gelegen und mit viel Liebe zum Detail eingerichtetes Guesthouse. Schöner Garten mit kleinem Pool. Sehr gutes Frühstück mit frischem Obstsalat und English Breakfast. Wir hätten uns eine Selfservice Bar gewünscht in der die Möglichkeit im Haus Getränke zu erwerben, da die nächste Einkaufsmöglichkeit zu fuß zu weit ist und es dort auch nicht üblich ist, zu Fuß zu gehen, obwohl es eine wohlhabende Gegend ist.
Anja, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

BIEN, calme, sécurisé
8-night trip

4/10 Fair

Leaks in the bedroom, and poor breakfast. So expensive for what you get
guj, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

it was so nice to finally find a firstclass hotel in a quiet, bucolic setting away from all the noise and bustle of a major city centre. the staff even more friendly, i felt that i was being spoiled by each and every one. sarah handled the check in and made me feel right at home. ana made the breakfast and it was one of the best omelettes i ever had. that's saying a lot, since i'm so very picky. but the turn down service was the bomb. i was almost brought to tears, as i saw the hot water bottle in my bed, just like my great grandma roth used to do when i spent nights with her. she has since passed 15 yrs ago, but her memory still vividly lives on. thank you for this small detail, but as i told susan, the proprietor, it was the small details that really made a difference and set this guest house apart from any other. i dare you to find any hotel in this day and age that provides a hot water bottle for the turn down service in the evening. just a wonderful setting with a moroccan flare and an eclectic aesthetic that is very homey and pleasing to the soul.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for restaurants of Linden

We had a great stay in this stylish clean and comfortable guesthouse.No need for a car and within walking distance of shops and restaurants.Thank you to friendly staff who cooked is breakfast.

6/10 Good

Room for improvement on facilities

When the front door of the guesthouse is locked in the evening you need to walk around the house to your room and it is dark and there is no light at all. Area also not in a condition to roll your suitcase on the wheels, you have to carry it. Wifi not good.

10/10 Exceptional

快適快適

長期滞在したかったなぁ。古い家屋ながらきちんと手入れされたところで風情があり快適でした。安全な場所でもあります。

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff and lovely guest house

I had a lovely stay at the wonderful Gooseberry Guest House. The rooms were of a very high standard and very comfortable. The staff were so caring like a family. There was nothing that was ever too much for them and made my stay away from home really wonderful. I will definitely be going back.

8/10 Very good

une valeur sûre

5eme ou 6eme passage

4/10 Fair

Hard to locate. Should consider airport shuttle

Though the place is ok, no meals are served for lunch and dinner making it difficult for someone who is not prepared to go out in search of food

8/10 Very good

Exclusive & quiet neighborhood

The place is good for retreat. Located far from city center.

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely Wonderful!

I received a warm greeting upon arrival, with very helpful staff. The gardens are so lovely, and the beautiful swimming pool. The establishment exudes warmth and elegance. There is even a salon on the premises where I could have my nails done and a pedicure. The breakfasts are something to look forward to, absolutely delicious! Susan, the hostess is so very lovely - I so enjoyed my stay! I can't wait to return! I highly recommend 5th Avenue Gooseberry to everyone!

2/10 Poor

Very friendly staff

It was like being with old friends We felt at home and really enjoyed the artwork!

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended

Great guesthouse! Very good area in Joburg. Nice atmosphere, the owner of the place is a very nice person also. Highly recommended!!

10/10 Exceptional

Quality and style, best yet!

The staff were superb, breakfast delightful, surroundings luxurious and relaxing. Great location, convenient access for any one on business or travelling.

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay!

We spent 2 nights here in Sept 2012. The owner looked up all the destinations/activities we wanted to visit and provided us with printed driving instructions and maps. The included breakfasts provided lots of options, including fresh fruit, yogurt, cereal, juice, coffee, tea, toast, etc. Of course, the included hot breakfast was cooked to order and included eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, etc. Included in our room was free sherry and chocolates. The furnishings were comfortable and the bed enabled a good night's sleep. The neighborhood is safe, and there are restaurants and stores within three blocks.

10/10 Exceptional

un hotel à recommander

Un hôtel très agréable où le confort et l accueil sont de qualités.

10/10 Exceptional

Euan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

10/10 Exceptional