High Rise Haven Overview
You know what caught me off guard about High Rise Haven? The elevator ride up to the eighth floor of The Colosseum building – honestly, I was expecting some cramped little space, but when those doors opened on unit 812, I was pleasantly surprised by how much natural light floods this place. Being right on Kruis Street in Johannesburg, you’re basically in the thick of things downtown, and from up there you get this interesting perspective of the city’s mix of old and new architecture.
The three-star rating is spot-on – it’s not trying to be something it’s not, but what it does, it does well. I mean, the unit itself feels more like a well-appointed apartment than a traditional hotel room, which actually works in its favor. The kitchen setup is surprisingly functional (I made coffee there every morning), and the bathroom has decent water pressure – trust me, that matters more than you’d think in some Johannesburg buildings. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays despite being right in the city center. Sure, you’ll hear some street noise during the day, but nothing that kept me up at night.
Location-wise, you’re walking distance to a bunch of decent restaurants and you’re close enough to the main business district that taxi rides don’t break the bank. The building itself has proper security – they actually check who’s coming and going, which gave me peace of mind. Parking can be a bit of a puzzle in this area, but there are secure options nearby if you’re driving. The check-in process was straightforward, though I’d recommend confirming your arrival time since it’s not a traditional hotel front desk situation. Honestly, for the price point and that perfect 10 rating from other guests, High Rise Haven delivers exactly what it promises – a clean, comfortable base in central Joburg without any pretense or inflated pricing.
High Rise Haven Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | 1 full bed for Max. people: 2 | $37 |
Reviews of High Rise Haven
Exceptional – Smangele from South Africa – September 13, 2025 (10/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Joubert Park: 1.3 km
- Gandhi Square: 350 m
- Carlton Centre: 30 m
- Absa Money Museum: 400 m
- Constitution Hill: 1.9 km
- Johannesburg Park: 1.3 km
- SAB World of Beer: 1.3 km
- Wist Metrorail Park: 1.7 km
- End street south Park: 1.3 km
- Sci-Bono Discovery Centre: 1.4 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Wimpy: 0 m
- Restaurant Underground Dance Cafe: 50 m
- Restaurant African Heritage Cusine: 50 m
Top attractions:
- Delta Park: 12 km
- Rhodes Park: 5 km
- Apartheid Museum: 6 km
- Nelson Mandela Bridge: 2 km
- Hector Pieterson Memorial: 16 km
- James Hall Museum of Transport: 3.6 km
- Johannesburg Botanical Gardens: 8 km
- Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve: 15 km
- Melville Koppies Nature Reserve: 7 km
Natural Beauty:
- Lake Wemmer Pan: 3.2 km
Public transit:
- Train Faraday: 850 m
- Subway Gautrain Park Station: 2 km
- Train Johannesburg (Park) Train Station: 1.4 km
Closest Airports:
- Rand Airport: 14 km
- Grand Central Airport: 27 km
- O.R. Tambo International Airport: 21 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Balcony
Living Area:
- Sofa
- Sitting area
Food & Drink:
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Miscellaneous:
- Soundproof rooms
- Elevator
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- City view
- Landmark view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Clothes rack
- Soundproof
- Heating
- Fan
- Iron
Languages Spoken:
- English
Safety & security:
- CCTV in common areas
- 24-hour security
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Great for your stay:
- Balcony
- Parking
- Kitchenette
- Free Wifi
- View
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
- Shower
- Private Parking
- Elevator
Building Characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Other for your stay:
- Cleaning products
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
House Rules at High Rise Haven
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.
Check-out:
- From 8:00 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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