motel Mi Pi CHi

Johannesburg guesthouse in historical district

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Fri, Nov 28
Sun, Nov 30
November 2025
17
December 2025
Property grounds
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Meeting facility
Flat-screen TV
Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Located near Johannesburg Zoo, Mi Pi CHi offers a serene retreat with spa services like massages. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy the convenience of dry cleaning/laundry services and luggage storage. The guesthouse also features a business center, meeting rooms and tour/ticket assistance.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
CA $58
CA $66 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

Why we love this property

Breakfast delights
Continental breakfast creates an energizing start to each day at this inviting guesthouse. Morning fuel served with a side of vacation vibes.
Sleep in style
Premium bedding cradles guests in ultimate comfort. Each guestroom is equipped with a minibar for those late-night cravings.

Room options

Showing 4 of 4 rooms
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Double or Twin Room (Sun Rooms)
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Double or Twin Room (Sun Rooms)

Double or Twin Room (Sun Rooms)

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
Double or Twin Room (Courtyard) | Bathroom shower
Double or Twin Room (Courtyard)
Double or Twin Room (Courtyard)
Double or Twin Room (Courtyard) | Bathroom shower

Double or Twin Room (Courtyard)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Apartment

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Clothes dryer
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
35 Fourth Avenue, Melville, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2092

What's nearby

  • 7th Street - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Johannesburg - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Johannesburg Botanical Garden - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Netcare Milpark Hospital - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • University of Witwatersrand - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 23 min drive
  • Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA) - 31 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 20 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 28 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Xai Xai Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tilt - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jo'anna The Melt Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Picobella Trattoria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Countess - ‬6 min walk

About this property

motel Mi Pi CHi

At motel Mi Pi CHi, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Gold Reef City Casino. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. Also, this guest house is within a short drive of Nelson Mandela Square.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 11 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property 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

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Offsite

    • Area shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 420.00 per vehicle
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 250.0 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented at the time of check-in. Guests who plan to pay for other guests' stay must contact the property in advance.

National rating

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

Also known as

Mi Pi Chi
Mi Pi Chi Johannesburg
Mi Pi Chi Motel
Motel Mi Pi Chi
Motel Mi Pi Chi Johannesburg
motel Mi Pi CHi Guesthouse
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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at motel Mi Pi CHi?

Yes, pets are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at motel Mi Pi CHi?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by motel Mi Pi CHi?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 420.00 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at motel Mi Pi CHi?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at motel Mi Pi CHi?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Gold Reef City Casino (11-min drive) and Montecasino (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at motel Mi Pi CHi and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Johannesburg Zoo (2.5 mi) and South African National Museum of Military History (3.4 mi), along with Museum Africa (3.6 mi) and Apartheid Museum (6 mi).

What's the area around motel Mi Pi CHi like?

Motel Mi Pi CHi is a short 12-minute walk from University of Johannesburg and 15 minutes' walk from Johannesburg Botanical Garden.

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motel Mi Pi CHi Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Exceptional

incredibly helpful staff, great area to explore, botanical gardens, local eateries, great cultural center with live music down the street. highly recommended
Esteban, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

More like a boarding house than a hotel but great place to stay. I had no a lovely room with small courtyard view,room had fridge, desk and chair, microwave, jug and tea/coffee, TV, bed was comfortable and very friendly and helpful people. It is in a safe area and a short walk to cafes and shops.
Street view
Room with sliding door to ensuite
Large comfortable bed
Marjorie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pas de possibilité pour avoir le petit dejeuner. Pas ee café dans la chambre.
Laurence, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cool place to stay on 4th Avenue.

Cool place to stay on 4th Avenue. I will be back.
Lyatitima, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff
Yutaka, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice cosy place. Walls and door quite thin though. Neighbourhood seemed relatively safe to walk during the day
Zheng Li, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

TERRIBLE

Terrible,we went to check in in the Evening,only for the guard to tell us that there was no electricity for the past 3 days...we had to book elsewhere and the owner Nicky promised to refund us Contstant lies and excuses but no refund...
Mohammed, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bellissima struttura.

Tutto perfetto. Sistemazione eccellente in tutto. Consigliatissimo.
umberto, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly as always !
Nathalie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a wonderful stay at this little guesthouse as always. The owner and personnel are so friendly and helpful. We will come back anytime!
Nathalie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ficamos no anexo externo com 2 quartos sala e banheiro. Muito espaçoso e aconchegante . Ideal para família. Próximo a restaurantes e área segura em cape Town.
Maria, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Rather dissapointed

The room was clean however the safe did not work. I did not feel as there was no visible security on site on the night that I stayed there. The rooms are not sound proof. If you like the sound of passing traffic and the sounds of people fornicatting. I would suggest you pass then. There was no back up electricity as there was load shedding (no electricity) at the time. The breakfast selection was bland and the selection was minimal.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stylish and clean with very friendly staff who went out of their way to make you happy
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Très bien situé dans un quartier calme et près de nombreux bars et restaurants; un design audacieux mêlant l’ancien à l’ultra-moderne; une aide précieuse pour organiser notre séjour; un excellent petit-déjeuner..
Francinep, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

Não é um hotel, mas ganha em cortesia!

Se você procura um hotel, esse não é o lugar! Não é bem localizado, longe de tudo! Mas realmente as pessoas são muito simpáticas e fizeram o possível pra nos atender bem e nos ajudar com informações sobre o local !
Kaká, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Básico

Apesar da simpatia das atendentes, a qualidade do serviço deixa a desejar: camas, limpeza geral e a ausência de alguém na recepção cria um pouco de medo
Ivanete, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, comfortable room, safe and central.

Value for money, comfortable, clean and safe.
Keith, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Parfait pour une halte à Jobourg

Hotel très agréable avec le personnel sympa notamment Tyson le garde du corps qui vous accompagne et raccompagne du resto! Parfait pour une halte à Jobourg!
Yohan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Motel agréable avec commerces à proximité. Merci à Virginia pour sa patience et ses précieux conseils
Virginie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice, stylish, quiet B&B

The hotel is a nice, stylish bed and breakfast located in a quiet residential area of Johannesburg. The name is really a misnomer. The staff was friendly and helpful, and even made me boiled eggs the evening before when I had to leave early for a safari. It’s a little out of the way though and you have to take Uber to get anywhere, but it’s definitely worth the price!
Devesh, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

After mentioning that the safe was not working they fixed it the next day. That was so wonderful. Friendly happy service from front desk and staff.
Penelope, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely little spot

This is a lovely gem. Reasonably priced, clean rooms and great staff
Lourens, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room has period fittings, private mini garden and stylish stone-and-bricks bathroom. Very close to the hipster center of Melville bursting with restaurants and bars
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Les chambres ne sont pas du tout insonorisées. Réveillé à chaque fois qu’une voiture arrive ou part la nuit.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good value for money, great location and staff

This is our second time staying at Hotel Mi Pi Chi. It is such a little gem of a guesthouse offering all you need in a clean, safe and airy house. Will definitely recommend to friends and fellow travellers when in Melville.
Keith, 3-night trip