12 Baker Street, 2196 Johannesburg, South Africa
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Lovely Rosebank 1-bedroom condo with pool & cinema Overview

You know what caught me off guard about Lovely Rosebank 1-bedroom condo with pool & cinema? It’s actually tucked away on Baker Street in a way that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something the typical tourist crowds haven’t found yet. I mean, Johannesburg can be pretty intense when you’re staying in the obvious spots, but this little corner of Rosebank has this surprisingly calm vibe that I wasn’t expecting from a four-star place.

The condo itself is honestly better than the name suggests – and I say that because “lovely” is one of those words that usually makes me skeptical, but they actually pulled it off here. The bedroom’s got this great natural light that hits just right in the morning, and the whole place feels more like staying at a friend’s well-designed apartment than a typical hotel setup. What really sold me though was the cinema situation – it’s not some massive theater, but it’s properly set up with comfortable seating and decent sound. I ended up spending way more evenings there than I planned, especially after long days exploring the city. The pool area is where you’ll probably find me most afternoons; it’s got enough space to actually swim laps if that’s your thing, but also plenty of lounging spots where you can just zone out with a book.

Here’s the thing about this location that took me a while to appreciate – you’re close enough to the Gautrain station that getting around is genuinely easy, but far enough from the main Rosebank Mall chaos that you can actually relax when you get back. The street itself is pretty quiet, though you’ll hear some traffic during rush hour (nothing terrible, just typical city sounds). Parking was surprisingly straightforward, which honestly matters more than you’d think in this part of town. The 9.1 rating makes sense once you’ve stayed here – it’s not trying to be flashy or over-the-top, but everything just works well together. The kitchen‘s actually functional if you want to grab groceries from Woolworths down the road, and the Wi-Fi didn’t give me any grief, which is always a relief when you’re trying to stay connected. I’d definitely come back here, especially if I was planning to spend time in both Rosebank and Sandton – you’re positioned really well for both without being stuck in the middle of either area’s madness.

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Lovely Rosebank 1-bedroom condo with pool & cinema Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
One-Bedroom Apartment1 queen bed for Max. people: 2$104
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Reviews of Lovely Rosebank 1-bedroom condo with pool & cinema

  • Exceptional – Cebile from South Africa – July 29, 2025 (10/10)

    I had an amazing experience, from the host’s communication to the check-in process and throughout my entire stay.

    The apartment was well-appointed, featuring a fully equipped kitchen, a cozy living area with a heater, and a clean bedroom and bathroom stocked with fresh towels.

    Location, location, location! It’s close enough to the main hub to enjoy the convenience, yet far enough to escape the noise and bustle, especially at night making for a peaceful and restful sleep.

  • This is definitely home away from home. It is cosy, intimate and suited all my needs. – Nonhlanhla from South Africa – July 17, 2025 (10/10)

    The property is home away from home.

    What could be improved: I loved the propert

  • Exceptional – Keletso from South Africa – March 29, 2025 (10/10)

    I liked everything about the property especially that it has full kitchen utensils

    What could be improved: The pool had way too many strict rules

  • Great location and nice stay – Rachel from United States – November 6, 2024 (8/10)

    Great location within walking distance to a mall and nice coffee and food spots. Also close to Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours which is one reason we chose this location. Easy to get taxis from here as well. Secure & modern facilities.

    What could be improved: Some of the faucets were a bit loose and we could not get air conditioning unit to work and it got very hot, but we were grateful for a fan

  • Very Good – Melissa from South Africa – November 6, 2024 (8/10)

    The property was located close to all the restaurants and chills spots in Rosebank which was lovely. It also had everything you needed to prepare a meal in the apartment. Neat and modern.

    What could be improved: Would have liked nicer shower gel and hand wash, the ones placed in the bottles smelt like detergent.

  • Exceptional – Dov from United States – November 5, 2024 (10/10)

    Super clean and well stocked room

  • Exceptional – Dov from United States – October 31, 2024 (10/10)

    Super clean

  • Exceptional – Solomon from South Africa – October 13, 2024 (10/10)

    I loved the whole apartment, it was amazing.

    What could be improved: Smoking area is too far 🤣

  • Very Good – Ntobeko from South Africa – August 16, 2024 (8/10)

    What could be improved: The host is very rude. She was rude on arrival over the phone, and was rude at checkout.

  • Wonderful – Mokubedi from South Africa – July 23, 2024 (9/10)

    The place is clean and comfortable

    What could be improved: none

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Zoo Lake: 2.1 km
  • City Park: 2.9 km
  • Delta Park: 5 km
  • Substation: 4.5 km
  • Johannesburg Zoo: 2.7 km
  • Acrobranch Melrose: 2.7 km
  • Delta Park Scout Ground: 4.2 km
  • Sir Lionel Philips Park: 3.4 km
  • Nelson Mandela Foundation: 2.4 km
  • Parkhurst Recreation Centre: 3.2 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/Bar Netcafé: 250 m
  • Restaurant Mugg & Bean: 250 m
  • Cafe/Bar Seattle Coffee Company: 250 m

Top attractions:

  • Rhodes Park: 10 km
  • Gandhi Square: 8 km
  • Carlton Centre: 8 km
  • Apartheid Museum: 13 km
  • Constitution Hill: 5 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bridge: 6 km
  • Rietfontein Nature Reserve: 16 km
  • James Hall Museum of Transport: 11 km
  • Johannesburg Botanical Gardens: 5 km
  • Melville Koppies Nature Reserve: 5 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Lake Zoo Lake: 2.1 km

Public transit:

  • Train Rosebank: 750 m
  • Subway Gautrain Park Station: 6 km
  • Train Gautrain Rosebank Station: 650 m

Closest Airports:

  • Rand Airport: 24 km
  • Grand Central Airport: 22 km
  • O.R. Tambo International Airport: 25 km

Facilities

Spa:

  • Spa Additional charge

Kitchen:

  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities

Activities:

  • Bingo Additional charge Off-site
  • Aerobics Additional charge Off-site
  • Archery Additional charge Off-site
  • Live sports events (broadcast) Additional charge Off-site
  • Live music/Performance Additional charge Off-site
  • Cooking class Additional charge Off-site
  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Bike tours Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Movie nights
  • Stand-up comedy Additional charge Off-site
  • Temporary art galleries Additional charge Off-site
  • Game drives Additional charge
  • Water park Additional charge Off-site
  • Mini golf Additional charge
  • Horseback riding Additional charge Off-site
  • Diving Additional charge Off-site
  • Bowling Additional charge Off-site
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking Additional charge Off-site
  • Canoeing Additional charge Off-site
  • Darts Additional charge
  • Pool table Additional charge
  • Fishing Additional charge Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Off-site

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sitting area

Food & Drink:

  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Transportation:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge

Languages Spoken:

  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

Cleaning Services:

  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security

Services & Extras:

  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Media & Technology:

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

Front Desk Services:

  • 24-hour front desk

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Spa
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • View
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free parking
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking rooms

Building Characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Entertainment & Family Services:

  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services Additional charge

2 swimming pools Pool 1 – outdoor Free!Pool 2 – outdoor Free!:

  • Open all year
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome

Parking Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).:

  • Accessible parking

Other for your stay:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
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House Rules at Lovely Rosebank 1-bedroom condo with pool & cinema

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • From 8:00 AM to 10:00 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:

8.9

Comfort:

9.2

Location:

9.4

Free Wifi:

10

Facilities:

9.2

Cleanliness:

9.3

Value for money:

9.3