I highly recommend Melvin Residence, based on my experience and stay there. You couldn't wish for better hosts and the rooms are elegantly appointed. It felt like home from home to me. I was in town for a weekend workshop and especially loved my Sunday breakfast served under the gracious old trees of this beautiful home. Most of all, staying... More

Stayed there in march and the food was just terrible. Was even lazy to have breakfast. My company also paid for dinner which cost R70 extra per day but the food I was getting was like it cost R20. They leave the dinner in your room, so unattractive wrapped with a plastic. For almost 2 weeks I was served rice... More

We, five of us needing 3 rooms, were looking for a place for one night, not too far from Jo'burg after the long flight and a convenient stop off before driving on to the Kruger Park. Based on ther reviews we booked the Melvin and it was ideal. Excellent location, lovely buildings and setting, very clean and comfortable rooms. Piet... More

We had a lovely stay at Melvin. Great breakfast and comfortable bed. Piet was so helpful with local advice and recommendations. It was nice to walk to nearby cafe 41. Melrose House is well worth a visit as is the Union Building gardens. More

My two weeks business trip in Pretoria where very nice at the Malvin Residence. Piet got a lot of recomendations for dinner and more. If I would come back to Pretoria I would allways take a room here. The rooms are always clear, the breakfast was very good and all of the staff were very obliging. Cheers, Arne More

Piet is an extremely friendly, welcoming host. The period house has been lovingly restored along with the guest rooms which are in the old workers quarters. The rooms all have a veranda that is perfect for sun-downer drinks, and the rooms all have dish TV and internet access (for a small extra fee). The breakfasts are great. The location is... More

I'm a regular guest at the Melvin Residence in Pretoria, at least three times a month. For me, it's a home away from my Cape Town home. Conveniently situated, close to a Hatfield Gautrain bus stop, it's also a short hop into the city, and right on the access routes to get to the east of Pretoria. I particularly like... More

We were welcomed by the congenial owner Piet van Biljon. The atmosphere was homely, warm and friendly. The breakfasts were excellent. The setting is beautiful, and conveniently placed in Pretoria near the Union Buildings and restaurants serving delicious food. The facilities for internet access were fantastic. The rooms were comfortable. Tea and coffee are available in the rooms. Piet is... More

A frienly welcome is your first experience, but then this is continued during your whole stay in the guesthouse, from pleasant chatting with Piet at breakfast until the heartfelt goodbye with his wife at departure. Centrally located in a wonderful central part of Pretoria, surrounded by a lush garden, your every wish is fulfilled before you have finished you question.... More