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5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House

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Reception hall
Property entrance
Interior
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Property entrance

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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44 5th Avenue, Randburg, Gauteng, 2195
  • Place, Johannesburg Botanical Garden
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Cresta Shopping Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Emmarentia Dam
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Twin room, en-suite bath,shower, Room 12

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

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

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, extra Bed Room 5

Twin Room, extra Bed Room 5

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Double Room, ensuite Bathroom, Shower Room 6

Double Room, ensuite Bathroom, Shower Room 6

Double Room, ensuite Bathroom, Shower Room 6

  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin room with shower, room 3 or 4

Twin room with shower, room 3 or 4

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room with Bathroom 2,7,11

Twin Room with Bathroom 2,7,11

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

View all photos for Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 10

Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 10

Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 10

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 8

Double Room, ensuite Shower Room 8

  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single room, en-suite bathroom room 9

Single room, en-suite bathroom room 9

  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House

Tudor guesthouse in Johannesburg with free parking
This smoke-free guesthouse features an outdoor pool, conference space, and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are onsite.
5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House offers 11 accommodations with safes and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Satellite television is provided. This Johannesburg guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.
During your stay at 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House, you'll be within walking distance of Johannesburg Botanical Garden. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • 10 minutes by car from Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and 11 minutes from Nelson Mandela Square
As a guest of 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House, you'll find an outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. Event space at this guesthouse measures 603 square feet (56 square meters) and includes conference space. Public spaces have free WiFi. 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House also features a garden, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House was completed in May 2017.

This Tudor Johannesburg guesthouse is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 9 AM on weekends; ZAR 100 per person

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 603 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1955
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - May 2017
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 80-cm TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at 5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 100 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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
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 does not have a front desk. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

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

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5th Avenue Gooseberry Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Euan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

guj, Santa Cruz, Bolivia

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Leaks in the bedroom, and poor breakfast. So expensive for what you get
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

MR COLIN DOUGLAS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 Okay

Jacques, Western Cape

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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.

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Beateixe , London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.

4/10 Poor

Gina, South Sudan

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 Good

Geol

Exclusive & quiet neighborhood

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

10/10 Excellent

QTee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

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 Terrible

Elder G.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very friendly staff

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

10/10 Excellent

Vivian, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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 Excellent

Anja

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
BIEN, calme, sécurisé
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Minkue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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。

8/10 Good

LWa, France

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

une valeur sûre

5eme ou 6eme passage

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended

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