5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House

Property class: 4
Johannesburg Tudor guesthouse with outdoor pool

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When you stay at 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Nelson Mandela Square. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. This Tudor guest house is also within a short drive of Sandton City Mall.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking

Why we love this property

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.
Enchanting Tudor charm
The Tudor architecture pairs perfectly with this hotel's curated decor. A charming garden creates a picturesque setting for relaxation.

Room options

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Double Room, ensuite Bathroom, Shower Room 6

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room with Bathroom 2,7,11

  • 34 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 8

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
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
  • Emmarentia Dam - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 20 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 26 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 46 min drive
  • Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA) - 47 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 27 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Olivia's CoffeeBake - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Irish Club - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Carvers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Paputzi's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Whippet In Linden - ‬10 min walk

About this property

5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House

  • When you stay at 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Nelson Mandela Square. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks. This Tudor guest house is also within a short drive of Sandton City Mall.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
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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
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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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)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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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

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from May 24 2026 to August 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Select guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Outdoor pool

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.
The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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

Property class

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

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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 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 (15-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 13-minute walk from Johannesburg Botanical Garden.

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