

Arcon Accommodation Overview
You know what, Arcon Accommodation is one of those places that grows on you – I’ll be honest, it doesn’t blow you away at first glance, but there’s something refreshingly straightforward about this three-star spot on Bayne Avenue. When I first pulled up to the property, I actually drove past it because it sits so quietly among the residential streets, which turned out to be part of its charm. The whole area has this lived-in feel that’s authentically Johannesburg – you’re not in some touristy bubble, but you’re also not dealing with the chaos of the city center.
The rooms are exactly what you’d expect from a place like this – clean, functional, with that slightly worn-around-the-edges comfort that actually makes you relax more than some of those overly pristine hotels where you’re afraid to touch anything. I mean, the furniture isn’t going to win any design awards, but honestly? Everything works, the beds are surprisingly comfortable, and you’ll get a decent night’s sleep without breaking the bank. The staff genuinely seems to care about getting things right – not in that overly scripted way, but more like they actually want you to have a good stay. During check-in, the woman at the front desk took time to sketch out the best routes to avoid traffic (because let’s face it, Jo’burg traffic is no joke) and pointed out a little neighborhood spot for proper boerewors that I never would have found otherwise.
What really works about this place is its position – you’re close enough to the main business districts that you won’t spend half your day in traffic, but far enough out that you can actually park without drama and sleep without sirens every twenty minutes. The breakfast situation is pretty solid too, nothing fancy but they do a proper South African spread with decent coffee, and you can sit outside in the morning when the weather’s good. I stayed here during a work trip and ended up extending for an extra night just because it felt more like staying at a friend’s place than a hotel. Look, if you’re expecting luxury or Instagram-worthy amenities, this isn’t your spot – but if you want somewhere honest, comfortable, and well-run without the pretense, Arcon Accommodation delivers exactly what it promises.
Places near me in Johannesburg offer convenient access to major landmarks, where visitors can easily reach Apartheid Museum, Carlton Centre, and world-famous shopping districts in the bustling Sandton area.
Arcon Accommodation Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment with Garden View | 1 full bed and 1 sofa bed for Max. people: 3 | $29 |


Reviews of Arcon Accommodation
Very Good – Alston1975 from Taiwan – July 20, 2025 (8/10)
Disappointing – Zanethemba from South Africa – July 11, 2025 (4/10)
Good – Alston1975 from Taiwan – June 2, 2025 (7/10)
Very Good – Po from Taiwan – April 21, 2025 (8/10)
Gut, jedoch anders als erwartet – Lisa from Germany – April 9, 2025 (7/10)
Die Wohnung ist gut ausgestattet, die Küche bietet alles was man zum einfachen Kochen braucht.
Auf Nachfrage wurden uns ohne Probleme weitere Handtücher und Decken gebracht.
What could be improved: Bei Booking steht das die Wohnung 2Schlafzimmer bzw 2 Betten hat. Als wir ankamen wurde uns erklärt das dies falsch sei. Somit waren wir zu dritt und hatten nur ein Doppelbett und die Couch.
Leider ist im Badezimmer kein Spiegel sondern nur im Aufenthaltsraum.
Der Badvorleger vor der Dusche macht leider wenig Sinn, da dieser aus Silikon ist und kein Wasser aufhält. Somit ist der komplette Boden im Bad meistens nass wenn man aus der Dusche geht.Good – Noel from South Africa – March 18, 2025 (7/10)
it was marvelous. The place is exactly as shown in the pictures. its good value for money. – Sanelisiwe from South Africa – March 10, 2025 (9/10)
Location was great, its 5 minutes from the Eastgate mall.
What could be improved: Nothing hectic, i was pleased with almost everything, I am sure next time we will have a gate remote so that we don't bother the owner to open for us in the midnight. we came very late in one of the days but he opened the gate without a hustle.Exceptional – Keelan from South Africa – February 19, 2025 (10/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Rhodes Park: 3 km
- Weiner Park: 750 m
- War Memorial: 2.8 km
- Wychwood Park: 5 km
- Dewetshof Park: 850 m
- Maria Mariotti: 4.7 km
- Hans Pirow Park: 1.8 km
- Queens Square Park: 6 km
- Maurice Freeman Park: 5 km
- Jabulani Recreational Centre: 5 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Tong Lok: 600 m
- Restaurant Longman Chinese Restaurant: 450 m
- Restaurant Lao Xiang Restaurant & Chinese Takeaway: 400 m
Top attractions:
- Delta Park: 14 km
- Gandhi Square: 7 km
- Carlton Centre: 7 km
- Apartheid Museum: 14 km
- Constitution Hill: 7 km
- Nelson Mandela Bridge: 8 km
- James Hall Museum of Transport: 10 km
- Johannesburg Botanical Gardens: 13 km
- Melville Koppies Nature Reserve: 13 km
Natural Beauty:
- Lake Zoo Lake: 9 km
Public transit:
- Train Denver: 4.9 km
- Train Tooronga: 4.2 km
- Subway Gautrain Park Station: 7 km
Closest Airports:
- Rand Airport: 11 km
- Grand Central Airport: 27 km
- O.R. Tambo International Airport: 17 km
Facilities
Kitchen:
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Kitchenette
Outdoors:
- Garden
Miscellaneous:
- Smoke-free property
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- Garden view
- View
Languages Spoken:
- English
- French
Safety & security:
- Key access
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
- View
- Flat-screen TV
- Free parking
- Washing machine
- Non-smoking rooms
- Private Parking
Other for your stay:
- Private bathroom


House Rules at Arcon Accommodation
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 1:00 PM to 12:00 AM
- You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.
Check-out:
- From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
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