The Capital Melrose

Hotels
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The Capital Hotel & Apartments
8.8 (1689 reviews)
Atholl Oaklands road, cnr Kernick Ave , Johannesburg , ZA

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Good facilities
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Small room sizes

Categories

Cleanliness
6.94
Several complaints about dirtiness, including dirty carpets and stains.
Service
9.91
Staff generally received high praise for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.95
Centrally located with easy access to shopping and dining.
Room Quality
8.4
Mixed feedback; some experienced small rooms or apartment-like feel.
Amenities
8.43
Good amenities but some were lacking, such as a private pool.
Value for Money
8.89
Generally good value but some guests expected more.
Food and Beverage
7.94
No complimentary breakfast noted, which impacted perception.
Overall Experience
9.91
Most guests had a wonderful stay and felt well taken care of.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:08

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation: The Capital Melrose, located in Johannesburg, offers modern rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests.

Convenient Amenities: Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, and on-site restaurant during their stay. The hotel also provides free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk for added convenience.

Prime Location: Situated near top attractions like Sandton City Mall and Parkview Golf Club, and just a short drive from O.R. Tambo International Airport, The Capital Melrose is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers.

Book your stay at The Capital Melrose now for an unforgettable experience in Johannesburg!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: JNB

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1689 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.94
Service: 9.91
Location: 9.95
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 8.43
Value for Money: 8.89
Food and Beverage: 7.94
Overall Experience: 9.91
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Lwazi • couple • za
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Ramon • solo_traveller • au
10
Great
Pros:

Close to main attractions
Rural setting
Friendly hosts
Great hike recommendations

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • za
5
Won’t be going to this capital hotel. They must go learn from Cape Town, Sandton and Zimbali.
Pros:

The hotel was fabulous and great. No problem at all.

Cons:

The breakfast was HORRID! The food was old and stale, waiters ignored me as I got there and set no table outside. I can live with that. But I can’t live with the food quality - the cold meats were GREY! The flapjacks and banana bread was like card board. Ask them to check, they never replaced it. I left after 3 crackers with cheese 🤢🤢🤢🤢

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Justine • couple • za
10
Your warm, friendly and cosy hotel, that is home away from home.
Pros:

Staff is very friendly and met us at the car to take our bags up to our room. Check in was smooth, less than 5 mins. We were placed right to the elevators which was the best and easily accessible with our luggage. Everything is crisp and clean, the hotel has a fresh smell, and a warm welcome feel. The bedroom was suitable enough for two, amazing view of Melrose and very clean! We had a very comfortable stay. We will definitely be booking in the future again! Thank you so much.

Cons:

We loved everything!

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Reginald • couple • za
7
Pros:

central location but room is basic and does not get sunlight and very cold in the afternoon.
Aircon not working optimal room is very cold in the evenigs.

Cons:

rooms not insulated properly ,it is like a piece on concrete block

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
K
Kay • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Tebogo • couple • za
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Alessandro • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Shaun • solo_traveller • za
9
Exceeded expectations.
Pros:

Breakfast offered less variety than some of the larger hotels, but what was on offer was prepared and no ques at the egg station. Where most hotels have replaced their barista for super-automatic or bean-to-cup machine they still serve traditional barista made coffee, which is massive plus. Beds were extremly comfortable. Very high staff to guest ratio, with all the staff being super friendly, attentive and genuine. Staff was well presented and the experience was consistent. Loved that I got a call to my room the 1st night to check if everything was too my liking.

Cons:

I would recommend an updated gym with fewer selectorised equipment. This could be replaced with a functional trainer (a company dual adjustable pulley) and would free up space around the free weights as some areas are a bit 'tight' for walking by when in use and guests are on top of each other or in each others way when training.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
O
Ortell • solo_traveller • za
3
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • gb
10
Excellent value for money, fantastic facilities, super helpful staff
Pros:

Lovely spacious apartment, very comfortable bed, fantastic facilities and a 1-2 minute walk to Melrose Arch shops

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Jens • solo_traveller • de
9
Ideal für dienstlich und privat
Pros:

Tolle Lage , sichere Gegend, sehr sauber, tolle Ausstattung.

Cons:

Leider kein Late Check-out möglich.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Bradley • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Louw • solo_traveller • za
2
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Christine Esperanza • solo_traveller • na
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Naadirah • couple • za
8
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Flaminia • couple • it
9
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Ras • extended_group • za
7
Pros:

Excellent location and lovely staff!

Cons:

The noise of the building next to property was not nice, I would have thought the staff would move us to a better room :(
They were busy at our window :(

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
P
PETER • couple • za
8
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Martie • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee