African Pride Melrose Arch, Autograph Collection

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Autograph Collection
8.9 (875 reviews)
1 Melrose Square , Johannesburg , za

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Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent location
Great food
Cons:
Early check-out

Categories

Cleanliness
8.65
Rooms were noted as very clean.
Service
9.35
Staff were consistently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
8.95
Great location with easy access to restaurants and shops.
Room Quality
8.75
Rooms described as clean and comfortable, though one could be better.
Amenities
8.55
Bar and restaurant praised; overall good facilities.
Value for Money
8.85
Services offered and experiences deemed worth the cost.
Food and Beverage
9.05
Food described as great, breakfast options praised.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall sentiment is very positive and many reviewers expressed a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 06:55

Property Description

Chic Interiors and State-of-the-Art Amenities
The African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel offers trendy 5-star accommodations in Johannesburg, featuring stylish rooms with mood lighting, satellite TV, and complimentary DVD players. The oversized bathrooms and chic interiors provide a luxurious stay for guests.

Fine Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in fine dining experiences at the hotel's various restaurants, serving extensive buffets and à la carte options. After a delicious meal, unwind by the luxurious pool or enjoy cocktails at the pool bar. For ultimate relaxation, guests can also opt for a massage or visit the nearby Virgin Active Gym.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
Located in Melrose Arch, the hotel is surrounded by fashionable shops, entertainment centers, and restaurants. With Sandton City Mall and Rosebank Mall just a short distance away, guests have easy access to premier shopping destinations. Additionally, being only 26 km from O.R. Tambo International Airport, the hotel offers convenience for travelers.

Book your stay at African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel for a luxurious and convenient experience.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: JNB

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs ZAR 75 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for ZAR 500 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 875 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.65
Service: 9.35
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.85
Food and Beverage: 9.05
Overall Experience: 9.05
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meltl2020 • Business
10
Great service all around
Pros:

James makes the best cocktails “Picante”

2026-06-26 • via Tripadvisor
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Katrin • family_with_children • de
9
Geschmackvolles Hotel in sicherer Lage
Pros:

Sehr sichere Umgebung; sehr freundliches und hilfsbereites Personal; sehr gutes Frühstück

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Sherpa11398431872 • Solo travel
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The hotel exceeded my expectations, with polished professionalism and hospitality throughout my stay. The breakfast bread was outstanding, and this is among the best hotels I’ve stayed at in South Africa; I would gladly return

2026-06-24 • via Tripadvisor
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georgedK4041JP • Business
10
The pride of Africa doesn’t dissapoint 🥰
Pros:

Very individual rooms and extremely friendly service .

Highly recommended this hotel

2026-06-21 • via Tripadvisor
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H2489TAsusans • Business
10
Amazing
Pros:

The hospitality in this hotel is absolutely amazing. The hotel is efficient. The rooms are spotless clean. The service is impeccable and I could go on and on and on.

2026-06-21 • via Tripadvisor
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Annika • extended_group • es
9
Overall a lovely experience with a fe little hiccups.
Pros:

I really liked the overall stay. I had a spacious room a comfortable bed and a nice bathroom. It was very quiet, too which I appreciate. The staff overall was very welcoming and nice.

Cons:

There were a few small things. When I took out the iron to iron my white shirt for the day, the iron left a grey stain on my shirt. I took a towel to clean it and after, the towel had a big dark stain. I informed the reception who said they would check the iron. (I cleaned it already though. I was not asked for my shirt to be cleaned).

On my day of departure I asked for a possible late check out. I misunderstood the time and when I went back to the reception because I couldn't enter my room, I was a little surprised by the rudeness after I apoligized for the misunderstanding. My colleague was surprised as well.

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Nikolay • solo_traveller • ru
6
Pros:

Good breakfast, very helpful staff on reception

Cons:

The very annoying and brusque room service staff knocked on my door every night asking if I needed anything. In my opinion, this approach violates the peace of the residents and does not correspond to the level of the 5* hotel.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
9
901mostafaa • Business • Cairo, Cairo Governorate
10
African pride great hotel
Pros:

Great hotel and location, food is amazing

2026-06-13 • via Tripadvisor
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DayTrip824907 • Friends getaway
10
The best stay in Johannesburg
Pros:

What a perfect location for our 2 day tour of Johannesburg. Knowing it was an anniversary celebration trip, we were greeted with a beautifully decorated bed with rose pedals. The staff is exemplary - friendly, funny, helpful. So glad our travels brought us here.

2026-06-12 • via Tripadvisor
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lopad11 • Friends getaway
10
Such a great place to stay in Joburg!
Pros:

Didn’t know what to expect as I’ve never been to Joburg. This hotel beat our expectations - excellent staff, comfortable (big and well-appointed rooms), safe, easy access for sightseeing and good food at the restaurants. If you’re in Joburg, this is the place to stay!

2026-06-12 • via Tripadvisor
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Hedenann • Couples • San Miguel de Allende, Central Mexico and Gulf Coast
10
A great experience!
Pros:

Very good! Excellent customer service and a shout out to Sheppard, at check-in. Staying there our first two nights of a long trip was a great start to our holiday. We had dinner at the fine dining restaurant and it was also exceptional, I especially loved the oysters!

2026-06-11 • via Tripadvisor
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Tony • extended_group • za
9
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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andreacL4358ER • Business • Rovaniemi, Lapland
10
Great hotel in Melrose Arch!
Pros:

Very nice hotel with excellent service!
The rooms are spacious and the restaurants are very good!
Great gym and pool facilities

2026-06-08 • via Tripadvisor
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isabellekP5724WH • Business
10
Your perfect Johannesburg stay!
Pros:

Perfect location, most friendly staff you will ever meet. Safe neighborhood as well!

2026-06-07 • via Tripadvisor
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Natasha • extended_group • za
10
Beautifully surprised.
Pros:

Exceptional staff, great food. Welcoming feel and overall a very special experience

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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290titov • Solo travel
10
will miss it
Pros:

The team is absolutely lovely, everyone is friendly and helpful. The hotel is super chic. Thanks again for the nice time :)

2026-06-03 • via Tripadvisor
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justinm505 • Friends getaway • San Diego, California
10
Stay in June 2026
Pros:

Great location near shops and safe.

2026-06-03 • via Tripadvisor
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Sonia • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Very comfortable!

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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T1881OAjuliak • Business
10
Beautiful hotel with great staff.
Pros:

Beautiful hotel with very professional and friendly staff. Very clean rooms. Extraordinary art. I felt very comfortable.

2026-05-29 • via Tripadvisor
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Jean • couple • it
10
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee