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No matter whether you are in Johannesburg on business or as a foreign tourist seeking a unique African experience you are a valued guest and, as such, a very special individual. The house stands on a large property and set far back in its spacious gardens. Two private garages and a large courtyard provide secure parking for guests and their visitors. Islands of further gardens flank other areas. High walls provide privacy and buffer the already-minimal street noise. Tranquillity is the order of the day.The interior is warmly inviting, with objects d'art drawn from all over Africa a
No matter whether you are in Johannesburg on business or as a foreign tourist seeking a unique African experience you are a valued guest and, as such, a very special individual. The house stands on a large property and set far back in its spacious gardens. Two private garages and a large courtyard provide secure parking for guests and their visitors. Islands of further gardens flank other areas. High walls provide privacy and buffer the already-minimal street noise. Tranquillity is the order of the day.
The interior is warmly inviting, with objects d'art drawn from all over Africa and especially the magnificent carvings and wooden sculpture of West African countries. In most languages of sub-Saharan Africa, Ma'Khaya means our home and more than that. The saying goes that An Englishman's home is his castle.
In traditional African societies this goes further and extends to an enormous family that may comprise simply persons of similar surname or belonging to the same area. The house may be built of wattle-and-daub/Adobe or sun-baked brick even Pharaoh's palaces, woven reeds or saplings but modern architects have noted the ergonomic sense that they make.
★★★★★ I called Makhaya Guesthouse at 18:00 on saturday evening to confirm that we would be arriving between 7:30 & 8:00 . The night duty reception, Sam confirmed that this was ok. On arrival Sam said there was a problem with their system and they had booked our room to someone else. Note that we had reserved the Honeymoon Suite. He tried to put us in an inferoir room to which we disagreed as this was... Read more
deliwe khemisi
March 2017
★★★★★ The place is very untidy renovations must be done and sheets be washed daily
January 2015
★★★★★ Makhaya Guest House is absolutely amazing! Managers and the owners are incredibly friendly and help you with every request with a smile on their faces. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable. The food is really tasty. Everything was just perfect! Thank you for a great stay. I highly recommend them to others.
duelge
November 2014
★★★★★ When I stayed at the Makhaya Guesthouse for almost one week I felt very much welcomed. Every request at any time was being attended immediately and very friendly. Everyone was always helpful. The food was very tasty and made with love. Excellent pizzas, sandwiches and a superb dinner - thanks to the chef! Wonderful breakfast - the omelet with avocado is particularly recommendable.Whenever I needed... Read more
mr colloty
September 2014
★★★★★ Great friendly staff which make the stay enjoyable. Rooms are clean; breakfast is tasty and great African atmosphere. The quaint little bar was a nice addition.
Facilities
Garden
Braai/Barbecue
Swimming Pool
Jacuzzi/Hot-tub
Wi-Fi
Makhaya Guest House location
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Makhaya Guest House is 1.2km from the centre of Melville , the nearest airport 26.2km (Johannesburg International Airport). *Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling
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