Places to stay near Johannesburg Zoo

Parkview - Tasteful, Spacious, Safe, Power backup

The apartment is of generous proportions and tastefully furnished with European Design and exclusive African Art. It consists of a bedroom with double bed, a full bathroom with shower and bathtub plus separate toilet. The living-room has a tea-kitchen. Enjoy privacy and FibreOptic. We offer PV solar / battery back-up power. The guestsuite is located in Parkview (close to Rosebank) which is one of the most beautiful and safest suburbs of Joburg. Cafés, restaurants, shops are a short stroll away.

Stylish and safe cottage with power & water backup

Peaceful haven in the heart of one of Johannesburg’s oldest and safest suburbs with private entrance, off-street parking, security guard, back-up water and power systems. We have just put in a brand new kitchen & bathroom ! Expect high quality linen, stylish furnishings, treats and fresh flowers. All these come at a premium, but our guests who have consistently scored us 5 stars think it’s worth it! The cottage is completely self-contained with everything you would need for a long or short stay.

Westcliff Drive Lemon Tree Cottage Inverter W/Tank

Parkview has a charm and prestige to it, one of the most well-established suburbs in 'The Parks' Jhb. 24 hour security vehicles patrol the suburb for your safety and peace of mind. Secure cottage located in a leafy, friendly suburb. Entire cottage with its own entrance. Has a bedroom with a double bed and bathroom. A lounge and full modern kitchen. Flat screen Tv . Undercover parking with remote access . Walking distance to shops and local restaurants . Close to the Highway. Free wifi

Airy, spacious, tranquil, work or chill space.

This secure, spacious studio is ideal for a work space and /or a place to recharge. The unit comfortably sleeps two people, stack doors open onto a sunny secluded patio which leads onto a private landscaped garden. This large modern studio unit provides good wifi, solar backup, sizable work station, Netflix, and secure parking on site for one car. We are a block away from 7th Street. 7th St is the vibrant high street of Melville offering an interesting variety of restaurants.

The Poppyseed

The Poppyseed is a comfortable home from home in the beautiful suburb of Saxonwold. Solar panels and inverter minimises the effects of power outages. A spacious, open plan living area off the kitchen has large windows looking into the trees and spectacular Jacarandas in late October. Sitting on the patio allows for enjoying the beautiful Johanesburg sunsets. The spacious apartment is furnished and fitted for your comfort and convenience. Full suite DSTV and high speed WiFi are provided.

Off the grid Lavender Cottage Melville nr Wits&UJ

SOLAR POWERED with WATER TANK ensuring alternative supply Set in the garden of a family home, this newly renovated cottage offers double glazed windows and insulation (adhering to European standards of climate control) & is within a minute's walking distance of the quaint 7th street of Melville, and near to universities/hospitals. We welcome all guests, although the cottage is not suited to late night wanderers as we are a quiet property; suited to professionals. Parking is shared.

Poolside Condo

Escape to this off-grid oasis powered by solar energy, surrounded by lush greenery. Enjoy a private pool, sleek bedrooms with automatic curtains, and a modern living area with a smart TV, Netflix, Disney+, and high-speed WiFi. The fully equipped kitchen features a gas stove and air-fryer, while the spa-like bathroom offers a rain shower. Perfect for couples or remote workers, this eco-friendly retreat combines modern comfort with serene, natural surroundings for ultimate relaxation.

Red Panda @TheZoo

At The Zoo is nestled in the heart of the Johannesburg’s most desirable historic suburbs, Parkview. Take a stroll through the tree-lined streets to the well-known historical Parkview “Village” on Tyrone Avenue’s stretch where you can enjoy the very best restaurants, cafes, shops, and boutiques. The Johannesburg Zoo, home to 320 species, is only 1,6km away and worth a visit if you have some extra time or enjoy some Golf at the historic and beautiful Parkview Golf Course 1,5km away

Lemon Tree - peaceful studio: solar & water backup

Modern, quiet, private and stylish open-plan studio in beautiful garden setting in Greenside. Tranquil with comforts for the traveller & working professional. Relax or work in the private garden courtyard under the olive trees. Lemon Tree has fast WiFi & work space. Close to Parkview & 4th Ave Parkhurst for excellent restuarants, coffee shops & food stores. Great location close to universities, Milpark & Jhb Surgical Hospitals, Rosebank, Gautrain Station & Sandton .

Cosy Cottage close to Rosebank Mall and Gautrain

Light, bright and super clean, our "little home" is the perfect place for short stays, for business or leisure travel. With self-check in and your own private entrance, separate from the main house, absolute privacy is ensured. Super close to Rosebank Gautrain station, and to world-class restaurants and shops, we are well located and would love to host you! Please note that secure parking can be allocated as long as it is requested 24hrs before your arrival.

Lilac Cottage in Melville

Our cottage, with backup Solar and Water Tanks to ensure our guests stay comfortable, is tucked away under a big sweet gum tree. Guarded by our two friendly Chow Chow dogs the cottage looks out on our pool and has its own outside patio and braai area. Inside the cottage is a cozy studio apartment with a kitchenette, study nook with WiFi, a cupboard and a comfortable double bed. The separate modern bathroom is stocked with fresh towels and soap.

Plush, Safe & Sunny Cottage (Solar + Borehole)

Elegant double-storey stone cottage on a sunny ridge in prestigious Westcliff. This private annex features its own entrance, solar with battery backup, borehole water, and access to a serene walled garden with pool. Located in a secure boomed enclosure with 24/7 patrols. Stroll 500m to the iconic Westcliff stairs for fitness or breathtaking sunsets. Please note: no parties or socials—this is a quiet residential area, with our main home nearby