The Monochrome Apartment 209 – Urban Chic Escape – Open Plan Bathroom with Bathtub Overview
Look, I’ll be honest – when I first heard about The Monochrome Apartment 209 – Urban Chic Escape – Open Plan Bathroom with Bathtub, I thought the name was a bit much. But after spending a few nights there on Main Street in the Craftsmanship Complex, I actually get it. This four-star spot really does nail that whole monochrome aesthetic thing, and the open-plan bathroom situation? Well, it’s definitely not for everyone, but it works better than you’d think.
The apartment sits right in the heart of Johannesburg’s urban core, and you know what struck me most? How quiet it actually gets at night, considering you’re literally on Main Street. The Craftsmanship Complex itself has this cool industrial vibe – exposed brick, high ceilings, that sort of thing – but apartment 209 feels surprisingly intimate once you’re inside. The black and white design theme runs through everything, from the sleek kitchen counters to the artwork on the walls, and honestly, it photographs incredibly well if you’re into that sort of thing. The bathtub is positioned right in the main living space, which sounds weird until you realize how much light it gets from those massive windows. I mean, it’s definitely a conversation starter when you’re video calling home.
What really sold me on this place, though, was how thoughtfully everything was laid out. The kitchen actually has proper counter space – not always a given with these urban apartments – and there’s this great little nook by the windows where you can sit with coffee and watch Johannesburg wake up. Parking was straightforward in the complex’s garage, which saved me the headache of street hunting every day. The building’s got good security too, something I always appreciate when I’m hauling camera gear around. Check-in was refreshingly simple – just picked up keys from the front desk, no lengthy presentations about amenities I’ll never use. The whole experience felt more like staying at a friend’s really well-designed place than a typical hotel setup. Plus, you’re walking distance to some excellent coffee shops and that fantastic weekend market that locals actually go to, not just the touristy spots. If you’re comfortable with the open bathroom concept and want something genuinely different in Johannesburg, this place delivers on its promises without trying too hard.
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The Monochrome Apartment 209 – Urban Chic Escape – Open Plan Bathroom with Bathtub Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | 1 queen bed for Max. people: 2 | $39 |
Reviews of The Monochrome Apartment 209 – Urban Chic Escape – Open Plan Bathroom with Bathtub
It was absolutely beautiful 😩❤️🥰 – Sam from South Africa – September 4, 2025 (10/10)
Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Ekhaya Park: 2.2 km
- Joubert Park: 2.3 km
- Gandhi Square: 1.6 km
- Carlton Centre: 1.3 km
- Absa Money Museum: 1.1 km
- Constitution Hill: 3.1 km
- Johannesburg Park: 2.4 km
- Maurice Freeman Park: 1.4 km
- End street south Park: 1.3 km
- Hillbrow Telkom Tower: 2.9 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Saccohbaa: 5 m
- Restaurant The Blackanese: 20 m
- Restaurant Down South Smoke House: 20 m
Top attractions:
- Delta Park: 13 km
- Rhodes Park: 4.4 km
- Apartheid Museum: 7 km
- Nelson Mandela Bridge: 3.4 km
- Hector Pieterson Memorial: 17 km
- James Hall Museum of Transport: 4.2 km
- Johannesburg Botanical Gardens: 10 km
- Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve: 17 km
- Melville Koppies Nature Reserve: 9 km
Natural Beauty:
- Lake Wemmer Pan: 3.8 km
Public transit:
- Train Jeppe: 500 m
- Subway Gautrain Park Station: 3.4 km
- Train Ellis Park Railway Station: 800 m
Closest Airports:
- Rand Airport: 13 km
- Grand Central Airport: 27 km
- O.R. Tambo International Airport: 20 km
Facilities
Shops:
- Convenience store on site
- Hair/Beauty salon
Kitchen:
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bathtub or shower
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Bathtub
Outdoors:
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Barbecue
- Private pool
- BBQ facilities
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities:
- Live sports events (broadcast) Additional charge Off-site
- Live music/Performance Additional charge Off-site
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Happy hour Additional charge
- Themed dinners Additional charge Off-site
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours Additional charge
- Stand-up comedy Off-site
- Bar crawls
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Desk
Food & Drink:
- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
Miscellaneous:
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
Outdoor & View:
- City view
- Garden view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Tile/Marble floor
- Soundproof
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Transportation:
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Languages Spoken:
- English
- Dutch
Cleaning Services:
- Daily housekeeping Additional charge
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Business Facilities:
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
Front Desk Services:
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Free Wifi
- Kitchen
- Terrace
- View
- Airport shuttle
- Bathtub
- Flat-screen TV
Building Characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Outdoor swimming pool Free!:
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Plunge pool
- Fenced pool
Other for your stay:
- Linens
- Alarm clock
House Rules at The Monochrome Apartment 209 – Urban Chic Escape – Open Plan Bathroom with Bathtub
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 3:00 PM
- You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.
Check-out:
- Until 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.
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