303 Broadway, 53 Juta Street, 2000 Johannesburg, South Africa
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City living near Nelson Mandela bridge & Wits Uni Overview

Honestly, when I first pulled up to City living near Nelson Mandela bridge & Wits Uni, I wasn’t expecting much from the name alone – it sounds more like a Craigslist ad than a hotel. But you know what? Sometimes the most straightforward places surprise you the most. This three-star spot sits right on Juta Street in one of those neighborhoods where Johannesburg actually feels manageable, and I mean that in the best way possible.

The location is honestly what sold me on this place. You’re literally a five-minute walk from the Nelson Mandela Bridge – and trust me, seeing that thing lit up at night never gets old, even if you’re not usually into architectural stuff. Wits University is practically around the corner, which means the area has that buzzing energy during term time but stays refreshingly quiet during holidays. I actually appreciated how you could walk to decent coffee shops and grab proper food without needing to navigate Johannesburg’s sometimes tricky transport situation. The Broadway address puts you close enough to the city center that you feel connected, but far enough that you’re not dealing with constant traffic noise – though you’ll still hear the occasional taxi hooting, because, well, it’s Joburg.

What I really liked about staying here was how unpretentious everything felt. The staff actually seemed to know the neighborhood – not just the tourist bits, but where to get your phone fixed or find a decent pharmacy at odd hours. The rooms are clean and functional without trying to be something they’re not, and honestly, after a day of exploring the city, that’s exactly what you want. The Wi-Fi worked consistently (always a gamble in some places), and I never had issues with hot water, which sounds basic but you’d be surprised. The building itself has that slightly industrial feel that fits the area perfectly – it’s not trying to pretend it’s in Sandton or anything fancy like that. Parking was straightforward too, which anyone who’s driven in central Johannesburg will appreciate more than they should have to. I stayed during a busy weekend and the place never felt chaotic or overwhelmed, just quietly efficient. It’s the kind of place where you check in, drop your bags, and head out to explore without overthinking your accommodation choice – and sometimes that’s exactly what a good hotel should be.

Early Johannesburg trip booking requires advance planning during peak seasons when visitors flock to enjoy the city’s museums, world-class wine tours, and authentic South African cultural experiences.

City living near Nelson Mandela bridge & Wits Uni Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
One-Bedroom Apartment1 full bed for Max. people: 2$52
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Reviews of City living near Nelson Mandela bridge & Wits Uni

  • Nice – Lal from South Africa – April 6, 2025 (10/10)

    It was nice but the place is not top notch the window blinds are broken they put burnt comforters in the bed

  • Excellent – Zakhe from South Africa – March 14, 2025 (10/10)

    Everything

    What could be improved: The lift is not working

  • The stay was perfect and the area is safe, close to many amenities. The apartment is perfect. – Pandle from South Africa – September 3, 2024 (10/10)

    The owner was so responsive and she accommodated me upon arrival even though my check-in time was hours earlier.

    What could be improved: Nothing everything was perfect.

  • Highly recommend – Tshegofatso from South Africa – July 14, 2024 (10/10)

    The room was clean and cosy. It looks exactly like the pictures.

    What could be improved: Absolutely nothing.

  • It was generally a great stay – Naftal from Namibia – July 8, 2024 (6/10)

    It is well located and clean plus security

    What could be improved: The interior blinds need replacement

  • Very Good – Chitembetembe from Zimbabwe – December 11, 2023 (8/10)

    Security guards were friendly, welcoming and always ready to assist in any way. Place is serene except on Saturday the neighbours from opposite flat were shouting and making noise.

    What could be improved: Everything about apartment setup

  • Very Good – Matseko from South Africa – September 8, 2023 (8/10)

    We liked almost everything about the place. Nicely situated, clean and the facilities are as pictured. We were happy with our stay.

    What could be improved: The absence of a broom made cleaning quite tedious, there is no need for two mops. The blinds were unkept.

  • Very Good – Matome from South Africa – September 5, 2023 (8/10)

    Value for money.Safe location and clean.Privacy is there with all one needs to feel at home.

  • Wonderful – Luvuyo – April 10, 2023 (9/10)

    The Apartment

    What could be improved: The Elavator wasn't working

  • Broadway apartment stay – Naledi from South Africa – December 3, 2022 (8/10)

    The place is very beautiful and clean. The pool was clean and can be used anytime.

    What could be improved: There was no WiFi connection for our stay which I looked forward to, but the rooter will arrive soon. The bed is a little too small and can be upgraded over time

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Museum Africa: 1.3 km
  • Constitution Hill: 1.5 km
  • Johannesburg Park: 1.5 km
  • Recreation Centre: 750 m
  • SAB World of Beer: 1.5 km
  • Wist Metrorail Park: 1 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bridge: 450 m
  • Origins Centre Museum: 650 m
  • Wits Sports West Campus: 1.3 km
  • Sci-Bono Discovery Centre: 1.6 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/Bar Testament: 300 m
  • Restaurant London PIE: 150 m
  • Restaurant African Hot Plate: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Delta Park: 9 km
  • Rhodes Park: 7 km
  • Gandhi Square: 2.4 km
  • Carlton Centre: 2.6 km
  • Apartheid Museum: 7 km
  • Hector Pieterson Memorial: 16 km
  • James Hall Museum of Transport: 6 km
  • Johannesburg Botanical Gardens: 7 km
  • Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve: 16 km
  • Melville Koppies Nature Reserve: 5 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Lake Bloudam: 5 km

Public transit:

  • Train Park Station: 1.2 km
  • Subway Gautrain Park Station: 1.2 km
  • Train Johannesburg (Park) Train Station: 1.4 km

Closest Airports:

  • Rand Airport: 18 km
  • Grand Central Airport: 27 km
  • O.R. Tambo International Airport: 24 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Garden

Living Area:

  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • City view
  • Pool view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Interconnecting room(s) available
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages Spoken:

  • English

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out

Most popular facilities:

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Garden

Building Characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Plunge pool

Other for your stay:

  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
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House Rules at City living near Nelson Mandela bridge & Wits Uni

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • From 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

8.0

Comfort:

8.6

Location:

7.6

Free Wifi:

10

Facilities:

7.4

Cleanliness:

7.4

Value for money:

8.0