Reviews of Motel Mi Pi Chi 4 stars
35 Fourth Avenue Melville, Melville, 2092 Johannesburg, South Africa
#95 of 358 B&Bs and Inns in Johannesburg
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 291 hotel reviews
8.5Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.1
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Comfort
9.0
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Location
8.7
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Facilities
8.6
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Staff
9.5
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Value for money
8.9
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Free WiFi
8.5
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Reviewed: 25 October 2023
Ilona
Belgium38 reviews4 helpful votes9.0“A perfect place to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King or Twin Room - Court Yard
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing to mention this was one of the nicest places we’ve stayed in South Africa. Very large beds, loved it.
The staff, the room itself, the bathroom!
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 19 October 2023
Kingwill
South Africa1 review10“Excellent as base to discover the 'real' Jozi”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Welcoming home from home atmosphere and the accommodating and friendly attitude
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 7 October 2023
Kgosiemang
Botswana4 reviews2 helpful votes9.0“It was an excellent experience!”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 1 night
There was nothing I didn't like really, but from my previous stay, I enjoyed the self-service and I expected it since I planned for a much longer stay next, the room I had did not have the self-service but I was made to believe it is part of the covid aftermath, hoping they manage to bring it back to all the rooms like it was before.
The house plan is nice, with a little outdoor space just outside the rooms which allows one to take some fresh air while still inside the house. One can just open all the glass sliding doors and have the outside fresh air come in and still remain secure in the house!
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 5 October 2023
Joachim
China42 reviews1 helpful vote9.0“Overall a great experience with kind and helpful staff.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King or Twin Room - Court Yard
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
A few minor hiccups didn’t give it the full score for us: the main lightning in the room flickered so we left it turned off and one night we didn’t have proper water so couldn’t take a shower.
Wonderfully located in Melville, within walking distance to shops and restaurants, this brightly renovated place with in-house parking has it all!
Stayed in October 2023
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Reviewed: 28 September 2023
Cinanto
Italy60 reviews6 helpful votes9.0“A peaceful corner in Johannesburg”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 1 night
Small hotel in a residential area of Johannesburg. Very quiet, nice design, extremely friendly staff (a mention for Tyson who booked us in and drove us to the restaurant in the evening, but also the lady at reception was naturally kind and helpful). Very good value for money. Breakfast (savoury) is at a café opposite the hotel with savoury dishes.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Joffre
Ecuador6 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Welcoming host & comfortable short stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 1 night
A bit of noise from the room next door, and the water cut from the municipality.
Lovely place, nicely decorated, a very welcoming host, nice room with the most comfortable bed ever!
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Theresho
South Africa12 reviews8.0“My stay was comfortable and a delight”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King or Twin Room - Court Yard
- • Stayed 6 nights
I liked the location and the deco in the room.
Location was great
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Tapan
India64 reviews3 helpful votes9.0“Grt stay at affordable price”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King or Twin Room - Court Yard
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
At night it gets cold in the wash room and a heater should be provided.
Liked the design of the place and the washroom
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 14 August 2023
Luke
South Africa1 review9.0“Very comfortable, safe and convenient”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Comfortable and clean
Comfortable and well located to Emmarentia where i was working
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 11 August 2023
Megan
United States1 review10“Unique place to stay, incredible staff - great spot in Johannesburg.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King or Twin Room - Court Yard
- • Stayed 2 nights
Staff went above and beyond - walking us to dinner, helping us in and out as we were waiting for our flight.
Stayed in August 2023
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Reviewed: 29 July 2023
Zinhle
South Africa1 review10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
The bathroom was amazing, the views 10/10 highly recommend and Virginia was an amazing host , she upgraded me to a better room without any charge
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 19 July 2023
Elisha
Australia8 reviews1 helpful vote10“Best location, beautiful staff and perfect room for a couple.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King or Twin Room - Court Yard
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
V and Tyson made the stay at Motel Mi Pi Chi what it was and they always go above and beyond to make sure your stay is as comfortable as it can be. We will be back again I’m sure ❤️
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 5 July 2023
Franck
Ireland4 reviews10“Amazing place in a Safe and central location”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 3 nights
Gem of a place close to the Melville area. Very safe with enclosed car park. Supermarket within 5 minutes walk and many good restaurants close by. Very helpful staff from reception to security (there all night). Spotless and well decorated.
Stayed in July 2023
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Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Cathy
South Africa1 review10“Home away from home”- • Solo traveller
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything was good.
Friendly and helpful staff. Central location, good facilities.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Pilodia
South Africa2 reviews1 helpful vote7.0“Not the best nor the worst place I stayed at”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Room was ok 2 single beds pushed together with one mattress being higher and firmer than the other, other than that, room was comfortable. Breakfast not included
Staff very friendly, good service. Room was upgraded on arrival. General layout was decent.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 26 June 2023
Olivier
South Africa19 reviews1 helpful vote8.0Very good- • Business trip
- • Family with young children
- • King or Twin Room - Court Yard
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Wonderful
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Ilya
Russia19 reviews1 helpful vote7.0Good- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Thin walls, reception on the other side of wall, a bit pricey for Johannesburg
Cleanliness, yard, area
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 4 June 2023
Soginga
South Africa1 review7.0Good- • Solo traveller
- • King or Twin Room - Court Yard
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
I didn't like how my access card issue was handled. But other than that, the place was great.
The room was aesthetically pleasing. Clean and comfortable. The housekeeper was pleasant. I think her name is Thuli.
Stayed in June 2023
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Reviewed: 2 June 2023
J
South Africa4 reviews8.0“Very comfortable”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 4 nights
On one of the nights, there was loud music coming from outside or a neighbouring building. Thankfully security went to quiet them down after a while.
Virginia and the team were excellent and accommodating. The room was very comfortable. Property is well-located, within walking distance of cafés for breakfast, and had no trouble getting Ubers to other parts of the city
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 16 May 2023
Jessica
Germany60 reviews9 helpful votes9.0“perfect! highly recommended”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
no outlet next to the bed, that’s really the only thing I can come up with
everything was lovely, amazing room and staff!
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 8 May 2023
Grant
United Kingdom42 reviews6 helpful votes9.0“Would recommend Mi Pi Chi motel”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 5 nights
Nothing - all good
Clean and safe with secure parking; wonderful assistance in helping arrange trips and local advice. Little touches like free snacks provided appreciated. Very good shower. Great location for the cafes (would recommend Tilt coffee shop), bars and restaurants of Melville, also local shops (SuperSpar etc) very close and all walking distance, or easy drive with parking.
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 5 May 2023
Derik
South Africa3 reviews10“Loved it. Kind hosts. Warm welcome. Lively atmosphere. Stunning interior & you feel safe. Thank you”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 1 night
Perfection. See, that's two words.
Two words: Perfection
Stayed in May 2023
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Reviewed: 1 May 2023
Tanner
South Africa4 reviews2 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything was great, I liked everything.
Everything was amazing, it's honestly a hidden gem in Melville, and I would most definitely recommend and visit again.
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 5 April 2023
Fakudze
Eswatini5 reviews7.0“A hidden germ”- • Business trip
- • Solo traveller
- • King or Twin Room - Sun
- • Stayed 6 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The wifi was not available for most days due to cable theft, it was only available on the last day.
The bathroom design was exceptional. They provided a room with a desk and a chair which I needed as this was a trip for academic purposes.
Stayed in April 2023
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Reviewed: 16 March 2023
Kim
South Africa22 reviews8.0“very pleasant overnight stay - I would recommend”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • King or Twin Room - Court Yard
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
no water in the room for guests to drink
bathroom
Stayed in February 2023
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