Motel Mi Pi Chi

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

Staff

9.3

In the center of Melville, the Motel Mi Pi Chi has spacious rooms and free Wi-Fi. The hotel is close to Gritty City, as well as to the M1 highway. The hotel’s rooms are elegantly decorated with modern furniture and hardwood floors. Each room features a flat-screen satellite TV, an electric kettle and a minibar. Guests can start their day with a breakfast buffet served in the café, including granola, muffins, scones and fruit juice. They can also prepare their meals in the open plan kitchen area with the floral glass vases and the Portuguese tiles. In the area around the hotel, there are many bars and restaurants. Melville is close to Johannesburg and the Grand Central Airport is 15 miles away. Free private parking is also available on site.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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See what guests loved the most:

Olaf
Germany Germany
“This is a very nice and cozy place, staff is great and the location is safe”
Fabris
Italy Italy
“I had a great stay! The staff were incredibly kind and helpful — they gave me great recommendations on where to go out in the evenings, which made my time in Johannesburg even more enjoyable. On my last day, since my flight was in the late...”
Slindile
South Africa South Africa
“I absolutely loved my stay at Motel Mi Pi Chi, The building is aesthetically beautiful, the room was cosy and warm, and the bed was super comfortable. The bathroom design really stood out, modern and exceptionally clean. Everything about my stay...”
Ken
Denmark Denmark
“Nice property in a relatively safe area. Friendly host who went out of her way to help us when water and later electricity went out. Rooms are spacious and clean, although we did spot a mouse in ours.”
Arthur
South Africa South Africa
“The staff were very friendly. Location is great, close to 7th street but not safe walking distance.”
Oliver
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The guy working there Tyson was so cool and helpful, he really made me feel at home. Helped out when I needed anything and the rest of the staff really friendly too”
Shallone
Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
“The ambience, the quiet location, the shower, what's not to love! Even when there was a power outage, the host went out of her way to find an office for me !”
Mewaine
France France
“The hotel is beautiful, the staff is super friendly and helpful, the bed is very comfortable and the location is just perfect, walking distance from cafes and restaurants.”
Lumka
South Africa South Africa
“The motel is clean. The facilities are nice and the staff is extremely helpful and kind. We spent two nights at the motel and our entire time there was great”
Ilaria
Italy Italy
“Virginia is the soul of the place, she was really nice all along the stay.”

Managed by Virginia Mothobi

Company review score: 9.3Based on 347 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

The motel is the lovechild of Nicky Rofail, whose humour and poppy inventiveness gives the place its character and charm. The personalities all our wonderful staff members, will uplift yours the moment you walk through the doors.

Property info

motel Mi Pi CHi is a quirky and refreshing take on hospitality. Our motel is the perfect hideaway for contemporary, vibrant and urban nomads with a taste for easy living and original style.

Neighborhood info

Boasting easy drive-in, drive-out accessibility, it's an unexpected oasis on the other side of a rough, high brick wall on Melville's vibey Fourth Avenue.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Area info

Amenities of Motel Mi Pi Chi

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

Motel Mi Pi Chi takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubUnionPay credit card Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Motel Mi Pi Chi of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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