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9.4

Exceptional

58 reviews

58 reviews

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9.1

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Parking
FREE
Popular landmarks
Johannesburg Zoo 3.7 km
Sandton City Shopping Centre 4.3 km
Nelson Mandela Square 4.5 km
Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct 5.3 km
SAB World of Beer 6.8 km
Maboneng Precinct 7.3 km
South Western Townships 10.0 km
Gold Reef City 10.6 km
Apartheid Museum 10.9 km
Mandela House 16.4 km
Nearby landmarks
Warren Seebrits Modern and Contemporary Art 230 m
Consulate of France 250 m
Everard Read Gallery 310 m
Rosebank Medical And Dental Centre 580 m
Wellness Warehouse 610 m
Netcare Rosebank Hospital 620 m
Finders Keepers Market 770 m
Piece 790 m
Goodman Gallery 800 m
Rosebank Mall 830 m

Q on First Guesthouse

39a 1st Avenue East,Parktown North, Johannesburg, Randburg, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2193 - See map

Conveniently situated in the Randburg part of Johannesburg, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Apartheid Museum. This 4-star property features restaurant to make your stay more indulgent and memorable.

Highlights

Sparkling clean

910 meters to African Craft Market of Rosebank

Top Value

Excellent room comfort & quality

Balcony/terrace

Facilities

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Check-in/out [express]

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Bar

Restaurants

Safety deposit boxes

Wi-Fi in public areas

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Johannesburg every 4 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money9.4
Location rating9.1
Nearest airportO. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Distance to airport20.7 km

Rooms available at Q on First Guesthouse

Exceptional
Room comfort & quality

9.5

Apartment - Ground Floor
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  • Room size: 58 m²/624 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 king bed
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Standard Holiday Home
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  • Room size: 48 m²/517 ft²
  • Garden view
  • 1 queen bed
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Deluxe Double Room
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  • Room size: 52 m²/560 ft²
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Superior King Suite
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  • Room size: 66 m²/710 ft²
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Standard Double Room
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  • Room size: 32 m²/344 ft²
  • 1 king bed
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Superior Suite
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  • Room size: 66 m²/710 ft²
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Deluxe Room
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  • Room size: 52 m²/560 ft²
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Standard Twin Room
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  • Room size: 28 m²/301 ft²
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Junior Suite with Garden View
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    Single
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      Frequently asked questions

      Does Q on First Guesthouse have bars on-site?

      Experience your holiday vacation the finest way with a beverage in your hand at Q on First Guesthouse's bar readily available right in front of your doorstep for whenever you need a sip or two.

      Does Q on First Guesthouse have a swimming pool?

      While staying at Q on First Guesthouse, you can take pleasure in the None facility to get your day started the best way with a splash for a revitalizing morning or evening.

      What points of interest are near by Q on First Guesthouse that are in walking distance?

      While staying at Q on First Guesthouse, jump start your holiday by checking out the closest attractions that are within walking distance to the property which include Warren Seebrits Modern and Contemporary Art and Everard Read Gallery.

      What is the minimum age requirement for guest at Q on First Guesthouse?

      Q on First Guesthouse only allows visitors that are over 18 years old to reside at this property. In case you're looking for child- or family-friendly properties, please navigate to property facilities filter feature and select the "family/child friendly" filter for more choices.

      How long do travelers normally stay at Q on First Guesthouse?

      Verified past guests that have stayed at Q on First Guesthouse had an average nightly stay of 2 nights at this property.

      What do travelers like most about Q on First Guesthouse?

      Past visitors that stayed at Q on First Guesthouse have given this property a rating of 9.724 for its remarkable cleanliness as the major highlight for their stay.

      What is the verified guest review consensus about Q on First Guesthouse's beds?

      100.0% of our verified guest assessments have given an optimistic review and comments about this property's beds. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Q on First Guesthouse down in the review section.

      What is the average rating that past Solo travelers' have given to Q on First Guesthouse?

      Verified solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given Q on First Guesthouse an average rating of 9.7. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

      What is the typical rating that past Couples' have given to Q on First Guesthouse?

      Past couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given Q on First Guesthouse an average rating of 8.3. You can look up on more descriptive customer ratings, and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

      What do local travelers think about Q on First Guesthouse?

      Past local visitors that have stayed at this property have given Q on First Guesthouse an average rating of 10.0. You can look up on more detailed customer evaluations, and feedback for this property down in the review section.

      What is the nearest train, metro, or bus station to Q on First Guesthouse?

      The closest train, metro, or bus station is Maraisburg, 10173.52 m away from Q on First Guesthouse.

      What dining places are close by Q on First Guesthouse?

      Q on First Guesthouse’s local neighborhood is Randburg which includes popular restaurants such as The Local Grill, Nando's Parktown North, and Fournos.

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      Property ranking|Compared to 2,226 Johannesburg properties
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      Value for money score
      9.4/10
      Cleanliness score
      9.7/10
      Room comfort score
      9.5/10
      Location score
      9.1/10
      Better than
      99
      %
      of Johannesburg properties
      Better than
      99
      %
      of Johannesburg properties
      Better than
      99
      %
      of Johannesburg properties
      Better than
      98
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      of Johannesburg properties
      Overall rating:

      9.4

      Exceptional
      29 reviews
      Cleanliness
      9.7
      Facilities
      9.7
      Location
      9.1
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      More about Q on First Guesthouse

      More about Q on First Guesthouse

      Q on First Guesthouse

      Getting in and around Johannesburg is a breeze when staying at Q on First Guesthouse, located just minutes away from the city center.
      At Q on First Guesthouse, guests are bound to have a stress-free stay. Car hire services provided by the hotel make exploring Johannesburg even more convenient.


      Dining and things to do

      A variety of convenient and tasty dining options are waiting for you at the hotel, for whenever you get hungry. A memorable night with your travel companions can be had without going far, at the hotel's bar.


      Reasons to stay here

      Get more than you bargain for here, which scores value for money higher than 99% of the city's accommodation.
      Facilities at this hotel are rated higher than 99% of other accommodations in the city.
      Find some excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining better than 99% of the city's other accommodations.

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      Amenities and facilities

      Exceptional
      Facilities

      9.7

      Most talked about facilities

      Housekeeping

      4 mentions

      Breakfast

      2 mentions

      Swimming Pool

      2 mentions

      Languages spoken
      • English
      Internet access
      • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
      • Internet
      • Internet services
      • Wi-Fi in public areas
      Things to do, ways to relax
      • Garden
      • Swimming pool [outdoor]
      Cleanliness and safety
      • Anti-viral cleaning products
      • Cashless payment service
      • Doctor/nurse on call
      • First aid kit
      • Free face masks
      • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
      • Hand sanitizer
      • Hot water linen and laundry washing
      • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
      • Protective screens in common areas
      • Room sanitization opt-out available
      • Rooms sanitized between stays
      • Safe dining setup
      • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
      • Shared stationery removed
      • Staff trained in safety protocol
      • Temperature check for guests and staff
      Dining, drinking, and snacking
      • Alternative meal arrangement
      • Bar
      • Restaurants
      Services and conveniences
      • Contactless check-in/out
      • Elevator
      • Heating in public area
      • Invoice provided
      • Meeting/banquet facilities
      • Safety deposit boxes
      • Smoke-free property
      • Smoking area
      • Terrace
      Access
      • Adult-only property
      • CCTV in common areas
      • CCTV outside property
      • Check-in/out [express]
      • Check-in/out [private]
      • Fire extinguisher
      • Pets allowed
      • Security [24-hour]
      Getting around
      • Car park [free of charge]
      • Rental car

      Location

      39a 1st Avenue East,Parktown North, Johannesburg, Randburg, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2193
      Exceptional
      Location

      9.1

      Airports
      • O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
        20.7 km
      • Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
        25.5 km
      Public transportation
      • Rosebank Train Station
        1.2 km
      Hospital or clinic
      • Rosebank Medical And Dental Centre
        580 m
      Shopping
      • Sandton City Shopping Centre
        4.3 km
      Cash withdrawal
      • ATM
        230 m

      What's nearby

      Popular landmarks
      • Johannesburg Zoo
        3.7 km
      • Sandton City Shopping Centre
        4.3 km
      • Nelson Mandela Square
        4.5 km
      • Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
        5.3 km
      • SAB World of Beer
        6.8 km
      • Maboneng Precinct
        7.3 km
      • South Western Townships
        10.0 km
      • Gold Reef City
        10.6 km
      • Apartheid Museum
        10.9 km
      • Mandela House
        16.4 km
      Nearby landmarks
      • Warren Seebrits Modern and Contemporary Art
        230 m
      • Consulate of France
        250 m
      • Everard Read Gallery
        310 m
      • Rosebank Medical And Dental Centre
        580 m
      • Wellness Warehouse
        610 m
      • Netcare Rosebank Hospital
        620 m
      • Finders Keepers Market
        770 m
      • Piece
        790 m
      • Goodman Gallery
        800 m
      • Rosebank Mall
        830 m
      Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

      Property policies

      Children and extra beds

      Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

      Minimum age of guests is: 18 year(s).

      Others
      • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

      Reviews of Q on First Guesthouse from real guests

      Provided by verified guests of Agoda
      9.4
      /
      10
      Exceptional
      Cleanliness9.7
      Facilities9.7
      Location9.1
      Room comfort and quality9.5
      Service9.2
      Value for money9.4
      High score for Johannesburg
      Rating
      9+ Exceptional (18)
      8-9 Excellent (1)
      7-8 Very Good (0)
      6-7 Good (0)
      <6 Below Expectation (2)
      Time of the year
      Mar - May (11)
      Jun - Aug (1)
      Sep - Nov (6)
      Dec - Feb (3)

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Ryan from United Kingdom
      Business traveler
      Stayed 2 nights in May 2015

      Excellent all-round”

      The Breakfast, The Room, The Staff

      I was really impressed by this find. It's in an exceptionally convenient and leafy location in Johannesburg. Central, but peaceful. I was in Room #5 which was wonderful: loads of light, windows all round, space and great elevated views into the leafy surroundings of suburban Johannesburg. For a guesthouse, the Breakfast was outstanding. Fruit salad, yoghurt, a choice of cereals, muffins, fresh fruit and then a full cooked breakfast with great coffee. Staff were professional and friendly. Top recommendation.

      Reviewed May 10, 2015

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      Dear Ryan Thank you for your review and I'm glad you enjoyed the hospitality and food. Thank you and hope to see you in the future again.

      Responded November 09, 2017
      Q on First Guesthouse
      9.7
      Exceptional
      LEN from Australia
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in May 2013

      A quiet, friendly boutique hotel”

      Everything about Q on First is brilliant. The staff and the host Jeremy are very friendly and helpful. They have a genuine warmth for people. Set in large quiet gardens in the upmarket suburb of Rose

      Everything about Q on First is brilliant. The staff and the host Jeremy are very friendly and helpful. They have a genuine warmth for people. Set in large quiet gardens in the upmarket suburb of Rosebank, it is easily accessible from the Rosebank Station on the Gautrain line from the airport. The room was large, very clean and very well appointed. I loved my time here and hope I will return one day.

      Reviewed November 10, 2013

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      Dear Len It is always lovely to hear guest impressions of our lovely Guesthouse 1 km from Rosebank Central and the Train station and the Tourist Bus. We thank you for your review.

      Responded November 09, 2017
      Q on First Guesthouse
      10.0
      Exceptional
      Mary from United States
      Business traveler
      Stayed 1 night in February 2013

      beautiful hotel, quiet, spacious,helpful staff”

      The owner and staff, the location , the clean air, the fresh linens and crisp detail

      just loved q on first and i stay in hotels all the time. jeremey is great--he even dropped me off at the train station on my way to the airport. it is a well designed hotel with high quality everything so that you feel like your in a luxury boutique b&b! would definitely return!

      Reviewed February 12, 2013

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Gamuchirainyasha from Zimbabwe
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in November 2018

      Exceptional”

      Had a great experience. They were very reliable and professional. Had called in to come early and with a possible addition of another night and they granted all these with grace. They even upgraded my room which made the experience more pleasant. They have a fully equipped kitchen for guest to toss a meal real quick or warm up some food. The breakfast was decent not laden with fat. The staff are warm and kind. The room was very clean. Most places are within close proximity and can walk. Just be safe thre is a lot of construction activity going on in Rosebank. Will definitely stay there on my next visit.

      Reviewed November 27, 2018

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Sydney from United States
      Business traveler
      Stayed 7 nights in September 2017

      Lovely guest house with really nice pool”

      I've tried a lot of guesthouses around Rosebank and the Parks and this is one of the best. Lovely grounds and a swimmable (not just decorative) pool.

      Reviewed December 20, 2017

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      Dear Sydney Thank you for taking hte time to revied Q on First, we are glad that you enjoy the pool and facilites and location. We hope to see you soon on your South Africa migration trips. Kind Regards Adrian & Team

      Responded May 27, 2018
      Q on First Guesthouse
      10.0
      Exceptional
      Bo from China
      Business traveler
      Stayed 3 nights in March 2013

      I love every little thing about this hotel”

      room,owner,wifi

      The owner of this hotel is a man of great taste. You can tell that from every piece of furniture there, every piece of classical music that played there. Luxury rooms are massive. Frankly, way better than most of the 4~5 star hotels I have been to. Great value for the price.

      Reviewed April 06, 2013

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Hannah from United Kingdom
      Business traveler
      Stayed 3 nights in April 2016

      Friendly and relaxed rooms in lovely gardens”

      Really well looked after by the staff! A very enjoyable oasis in Johannesburg, and the dogs are sweet

      Reviewed April 29, 2016

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      Dear Hannah I'm glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at Q on First, we are truly an oasis close enough to Rosebank and the Gautrain and the parks but still quiet and peaceful. I'm glad and hope to see you in the near future again.

      Responded November 09, 2017
      Q on First Guesthouse
      9.7
      Exceptional
      Tara from Thailand
      Couple
      Stayed 1 night in April 2013

      Great B&B”

      Great breakfast, comfortable room and spacious

      Quiet surroundings, very clean and great breakfast. Staff is very friendly and allowed me to use computer to transfer my photos.

      Reviewed August 05, 2013

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      clifford from South Africa
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 1 night in November 2017

      Exceptional”

      Really beautiful place. Airy and roomy. Huge rooms, well appointed. Honor bar with modern living room opening onto an outdoor pool. Like I had my own villa in Joburg! And staff were so friendly and attentive.

      Reviewed November 03, 2017

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      Dear Clifford Thank you for staying at Q on First, we are glad you enjoyed your stay with us and found all our amenities and rooms to your satisfaction. Adrian and team

      Responded November 09, 2017
      Q on First Guesthouse
      9.7
      Exceptional
      Anne from United States
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 3 nights in August 2015

      Lovely”

      Charm, Comfort, Attention to detail

      Loved the room; loved the grounds; loved the "honesty bar" where guests can pour a drink and add it to their tab. So many inviting places indoors & out to sit and read, etc. Innkeeper super-helpful. Recommended!!

      Reviewed August 13, 2015

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      Dear Anne I'm so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with Q on First, and that you loved the relaxed but professional approach to helping yourself to a drink whenever you feel like it. And especially with pool and verandah so close by. I hope to see you in the future again.

      Responded November 09, 2017
      Q on First Guesthouse
      5.0
      mehul from United Kingdom
      Couple
      Stayed 1 night in January 2016

      Secluded Jo’berg Manor House”

      Clean, the owner,

      Lets get this out of the way first. The staff are utterly hopeless. They can not provide any information on the area, the city or even where the guest house is within the city. Worse still they are not even particularly friendly or attentive. However the manager is the polar opposite - knowledgeable and very friendly. The rooms are big and very clean, but the wi-fi did not work and this was a major inconvenience.

      Reviewed February 18, 2016

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      Dear Mehul Thank you for your response, I'm glad to hear that you found the room and manager up to your standard. As for the staff that could not fill you in like Google could, I sincerely apologize. Since your stay in 2016, we have upgraded the internet and as a developing country and city catching up with technology. We hope to see you again the future. Kind Regards Adrian (new management team 2017)

      Responded November 09, 2017
      Q on First Guesthouse
      10.0
      Exceptional
      Tara from Thailand
      Couple
      Stayed 2 nights in May 2013

      Great B&B”

      Breakfast, large room, cleanliness

      Lovely experience, with great breakfast, spacious room and kind staff

      Reviewed August 05, 2013

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      9.7
      Exceptional
      Balraj from India
      Business traveler
      Stayed 2 nights in April 2013

      Graet Place, quite, comfortable, clean and secure.”

      Bed,Bathroom and Cleanliness

      Very Very comfortable. Bed soaked me in and birds woke me up in the morning. If you love yourself, stay there. Friendly staff and clean and quite environment-just go for it.

      Reviewed April 08, 2013

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Christopher from Kenya
      Business traveler
      Stayed 3 nights in November 2018

      Q on Ist is simply Heaven! ”

      The serenity, cleaned, all-inclusive facilities, friendliness of staff, is unparalleled! If you have not visited, you don’t know what you are missing.

      Reviewed November 25, 2018

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      8.8
      Excellent
      Madge from South Africa
      Business traveler
      Stayed 1 night in May 2018

      Excellent”

      A superb place to stay. Luxurious accommodation with excellent service and attention from staff and management.

      Reviewed May 20, 2018

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      Dear Madge Thank you for taking the time to review Q on First, we are glad you enjoyed your stay and that everything was up to your standard. We hope to host you in the near future again.

      Responded May 27, 2018
      Q on First Guesthouse
      10.0
      Exceptional
      Tina from United States
      Business traveler
      Stayed 7 nights in October 2018

      Outstanding hideaway ”

      Love everything about this property. Staff, comfort, elegance, and the privacy.

      Reviewed October 09, 2018

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Tina from United States
      Business traveler
      Stayed 3 nights in November 2022

      Outstanding Guesthouse!”

      If you are looking for a place that feels like home and in a convenient location, then this is it!

      Reviewed November 18, 2022

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      9.3
      Exceptional
      LEN from Australia
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 2 nights in April 2013

      An extremely pleasant and friendly guesthouse”

      A well located and secure guesthouse in an up market suburb not far from Rosebank Mall and train station. The host and staff are very helpful and friendly. The rooms are spacious and v well maintained
      Reviewed May 30, 2013

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      9.7
      Exceptional
      Tzu-Chao from Taiwan
      Business traveler
      Stayed 4 nights in May 2013

      乾淨、舒適、寬敞的空間、美味的早餐、寧靜的休息空間”

      乾淨、舒適、寬敞的空間、美味的早餐、寧靜的休息空間

      乾淨、舒適、寬敞的空間、美味的早餐、寧靜的休息空間,wifi上網便利、非常美式、歐式的風格,讓我想起在美國遊學與歐洲出差的日子,早餐雖然簡單,但很美味。

      Reviewed May 17, 2013

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      6.0
      Sartina from Indonesia
      Business traveler
      Stayed 2 nights in May 2013

      biasa”

      pelayanan, kenyamanan, lokasi
      Reviewed June 18, 2013

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