Homebase Melville Backpackers
37 First Avenue Melville, Johannesburg, Gauteng (Pwv), 2109, South Africa
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37 First Avenue Melville, Johannesburg, Gauteng (Pwv), 2109, South Africa
Comfortable Accommodations Melville House in Johannesburg offers family rooms with private entrances and parquet floors. Each room includes a private bathroom and garden or pool views. Outdoor Amenities Guests can relax in the seasonal outdoor swimming pool or enjoy the lush garden. The property features an outdoor fireplace, outdoor dining area, and barbecue facilities. Convenient Facilities The hostel provides free WiFi, a lounge, shared kitchen, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include a 24-hour front desk, tour desk, and luggage storage. Nearby Attractions Located 2 mi from Parkview Golf Club and 17 mi from O.R. Tambo International Airport, Melville House is close to Johannesburg Stadium (5 mi) and the Apartheid Museum (5.6 mi).

Hotel Services and Facilities

Free WiFi Free parking Free breakfast Pet friendly

Hotel facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Swimming Pool
  • Garden
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • BBQ facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • On-site parking
  • outdoor pool
  • 24-hour security
  • Designated Smoking Area
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Bike tours
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kit available
  • Cashless payment available
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Invoices
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • Daily disinfection
  • Laundry services
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Tour services
  • Physical/social distancing guidelines
  • Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
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stayed in July, 2026
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
I did not stay here. My uber driver was too scared and told me to go in and check it out while he waited to make sure I was safe. No power for 5 days, no hot water, no heat in winter, no wifi. Totally sketchy and felt I would have left my tour and come home robbed.
No safe, not clean, no power. They told me they'd refund me and havent one month later
stayed in May, 2026
Guest Score 2 out of 10
Poor
The staff member patient and making sure we were comfortable. The shower worked well.
The level of cleanliness, for the R600 we were paying, this was not value for money, the pillows were dirty, there is no electric blankets, the room we had there was not heater. We didn't get any towels.
stayed in April, 2026
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
Its terrible
stayed in March, 2026
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
Absolutely nothing
Everything....the other guests were too noisy.... listened to loud music till early hours of the morning...then again 6am they are up ... same high volume music
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
I got my computer stolen in my room.
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Since I kept extending my stay, it’s clear I was comfortable there... clean spaces and nice atmosphere
My stay was positive overall
stayed in April, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
I enjoyed my stay, there was a young men I didn't get his name he is wearing Glasses, he is welcoming and very kind I was hoping to see him when I was leaving but I didn't, please send my regards to him and Thanks.
The place needs some cleaning especially in the bathrooms
stayed in March, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Everything about the place
stayed in February, 2025
Guest Score 7 out of 10
Good
The staff was very friendly and welcoming
The kitchen was not clean
stayed in December, 2023
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
THE ONLY PROBLEM WAS THAT IN THE MORNING THERE WAS NOT HOT WATER
stayed in January, 2023
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
The front ladies were nice and friendly. The place has a swimming pool. Quite open spaces which is nice. Good WI Fi. Great location near public transport and shops. Great vibes for a hostel/ shared accomodation
The carpet on the other house needs to go. It's not clean and dull. ? Shower heads needs to be replaced. Also they've really squeezed them in. The young cleaning lady needs to shut it down a bit. She is always singing loud with headphones, talking on the phone till 2 ams, unfriendly and just annoying.
stayed in December, 2022
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The people
load shedding and placement
stayed in December, 2022
Guest Score 3 out of 10
Poor
I was able to order food around the area
No TV,no emergency light
stayed in December, 2022
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Very nice
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Area information

    Airports Show all on map »

    • OR Tambo Intl Airport - 15.33 mi
    • Grand Central Airport (Johannesburg) - 15.59 mi
    • Lanseria Intl Airport - 17.24 mi
    • Waterkloof (FAWK) - 27.68 mi

    Attractions/Entertainment

      Zoo Show all on map »
      • Johannesburg Zoo - 2.30 mi
      Casinos Show all on map »
      • Gold Reef City & Casino - 4.14 mi

    Transport

      Train stations Show all on map »
      • Johannesburg (Park) Train Station - 2.79 mi
      • Ellis Park Railway Station - 3.79 mi

    Museums

      Art Galleries Show all on map »
      • Apartheid Museum - 4.11 mi
      • Observatory Golf Club - 5.47 mi

    Other attractions

      Shopping Center Show all on map »
      • Campus Square Shopping Centre - 0.26 mi
      • Rosebank Mall - 3.28 mi
      • Cresta Shopping Center - 3.75 mi
      • Dunkeld West Shopping Centre - 3.83 mi
      • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 5.10 mi
      • Sandton City Shopping Centre - 5.59 mi
      • Sandton City shopping mall - 5.71 mi
      Colleges and Universities Show all on map »
      • University of Johannesburg - 0.56 mi
      • University of the Witwatersrand - 1.71 mi
      Golf Courses Show all on map »
      • Parkview Golf Club - 1.56 mi
      • Killarney Golf Club - 3.72 mi
      • Wanderers Golf Club - 4.67 mi
      • Randpark Golf Course - 4.97 mi
      Theatres Show all on map »
      • The Civic Theatre - 2.38 mi
      Monuments and Landmarks Show all on map »
      • Hillbrow Telkom Tower - 2.95 mi
      National Parks Show all on map »
      • Joubert Park - 3.00 mi
      Stadiums, Arenas, and Racetracks Show all on map »
      • Johannesburg Stadium - 3.84 mi
      • Ellis Park Stadium - 3.90 mi
      Other Show all on map »
      • Radiopark studios - 0.74 mi
      • Langlaagte - 1.51 mi
      • Fordsburg - 1.74 mi
      • Emmarentia Dam - 1.77 mi
      • Newclare - 2.24 mi
      • Westbury - 2.24 mi
      • Alberts Farm Conservancy - 2.59 mi
      • Croesus - 2.68 mi
      • Longdale - 2.68 mi
      • Crown - 2.79 mi
      • Bosmont - 3.27 mi
      • Gold Reef City - 4.01 mi
      • Braamfontein - 4.06 mi
      • Soccer City - 4.09 mi
      • Hyde Park Johannesburg - 4.10 mi
      • Booysens - 4.25 mi
      • Unified - 4.30 mi
      • Maraisburg - 4.30 mi
      • The Wanderers Grounds - 4.70 mi
      • Turffontein Race Course - 4.95 mi
      • Wemmer Pan - 5.02 mi
      • New Canada - 5.04 mi
      • Florida - 5.33 mi
      • Baragwanath Vliegveld - 5.43 mi
      • Mlamlankunzi - 5.73 mi
      • Nelson Mandela Square - 5.87 mi

Homebase Melville Backpackers

37 First Avenue Melville, Johannesburg, Gauteng (Pwv), 2109, South Africa