Tranquil in Jozi
High Speed WiFi
Exclusive for 2
Swimming Pool
Self-Catering
Self Check-In
STAY SAFE | STAY TRANQUIL
Exclusive self-catering cottage in the heart of Jozi
Whether visiting Johannesburg, our City of Gold, on business or pleasure, or just passing through, Seven Palms provides an escape from stress.
Unwind in our contemporary & luxurious self-catering retreat under whispering palm trees on oak-lined lower Dover Street in the centrally located suburb of Westdene.
Seven Palms provides free uncapped WiFi and an oasis of calm in a secure open-plan cottage with swimming pool, patio, & garden views.
Outdoor Courtyard
Quiet, convenient, and luxurious, Seven Palms offers up a swimming pool, patio, & luscious garden right on your doorstep.
Oasis of Calm
A tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life in Johannesburg.
Self Catering
Have a braai (barbecue) or prep up a feast in your fully equipped kitchen & dine al fresco by the pool.
Open Plan
Our fully equipped open plan studio apartment has pool and garden views.
Working Space
If you must work, there is a desk but we’d prefer you to chill on the sofa with a puzzle, board game, or book.
High Speed WiFi
Seven Palms includes free uncapped high-speed WiFi, and a flat-screen TV with Netflix.
Luxury
We welcome up to two guests with one king-size or two single beds, luxurious linens, and plenty wardrobe space.
Comfort
The apartment is heated for winter (including electric blamkets) with a fan for summer relief.
Bathroom En-Suite
Your ensuite bathroom has a bath / shower with comfy bath sheets, candles, and a selection of luxurious personal care products to pamper body and soul.
Fully-equipped Kitchen
The fully equipped kitchen with oven, stovetop, microwave, and fridge, has all the kitchenware and cleaning products deserving of your home from home.
Safe & Secure
Nestled between Melville, Sophiatown, Westdene Dam, & the Melville Koppies, Seven Palms includes lockup parking, private entrance, CCTV, electric fencing & armed security response.
Nearby Melville
Popular bohemian Melville is home to 7th Street with a proliferation of restaurants, bars, cafes, arts & crafts outlets, delis, & bookstores.
Your Hosts
Your hosts, Calum & Sean who live on site, just love this tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. We hope you will too. Calum will be your point of contact during your stay who is ably assisted by Dineo – our trusted executive house-keeper.
Please feel free to contact us directly or check rates and availability on-line.
Reviews
Guest Reviews
We loved our stay. It’s like an oasis of calm in the middle of busy Joburg. When we return we’d only stay there. We felt safe and secure and so well looked after.
Peaceful with a beautiful view, beautiful garden and pool view, and the apartment is comfortable and spacious. The hospitality was splendid, it felt like home and we enjoyed our stay.
A clean, cosy, and wonderful living space, in a peaceful environment. The hosts are friendly, open and welcoming. I really enjoyed my stay.
Hosts offered local insights, communicated quickly & clearly and shared a space more beautiful in person than it is in pictures. Amazing.
Experienced great hospitality and just a peaceful weekend that was much needed. Great place to just relax and unwind. Would definitely recommend a stay here.
Calum and Sean are outstanding hosts and their home is wonderfully serene and beautiful. They offer everything you need for a comfortable and convenient stay. I would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Peaceful with a beautiful view, beautiful garden and pool view, and the apartment is comfortable and spacious. The hospitality was splendid, it felt like home and we enjoyed our stay.
Seven Palms is a peaceful place filled with love and tranquility. I recommend this place 100%.
Neighbourhood & Surrounds
Visitors’ Guide
The Neighbourhood
Originally part of Braamfontein Farm (est. 1853), Westdene is comfortably nestled between trendy Melville, historic Sophiatown, the Westdene Dam, and the Melville Koppies Nature Reserve.
Trendy Melville – Popular bohemian tourist destination Melville is home to 7th Street and 27 Boxes (a shopping nucleus built from repurposed shipping containers) with a proliferation of restaurants, bars, cafes, arts & crafts outlets, delis, & bookstores.
Nearby 44 on Stanley is a favourite for lazy lunches in mediterranean-styled courtyards as well as upmarket boutiques, lifestyle shops, and a killer chocolatier!
Historic Sophiatown – Sophiatown was a vibrant multi-racial home to intellectuals, entrepreneurs, progressive politics, and jazz from the 1930’s. It was flattened to the ground by the Apartheid regime from the mid-1950’s & renamed “Triomf”.
In 2006 the area regained its original name and today, the Trevor Huddleston Memorial Centre stands as a tribute to Apartheid resistance & offers historic walking tours of the area.
Nearby Attractions – Attractions outside the immediate area worth visiting include the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens, Gold Reef City Theme Park and Casino, the Red Bus City Tours, the Apartheid Museum, the Origins’ Centre, & the Neighbourhood Goods Market.
Day Trips & Excursions
Tours are operated seperately by third-party providers and Seven Palms acts solely as a referal – guests at Seven Palms can book directly with the tour operators at the links provided below. We recommend booking in advance as many of the tour operators require several days notice to accommodate online bookings.
Soweto Bicycle Tour – A short tour of Soweto that will take you to some of the most interesting historical sites around Soweto. From: R515.00 pp (±2 hours). Read More …
Soweto Tuk Tuk Tour – Get an introduction to Soweto’s history and life today, learn some of the local phrases and then cruise around greeting people. From: R685 pp (±4 hours). Read More …
Johannesburg City Tour – Feel the fast-paced energy of this powerhouse of an Africa city on this expertly guided tour of some Johannesburg’s city highlights. From: R746 per person (±4 hours). Read More …
Soweto Tour – The legacy of Apartheid, and the incredible stories of the immense resistance to it come intensely to life on this expertly guided tour of the vibrant sprawl of Soweto. From: R798 per person (±4.5 hours). Read More …
Walking Tour of Maboneng Arts & Crafts Markets – Enjoy a leisurely walking tour of this centre of creative energy for Johannesburg’s urban artists, browsing around the arts and craft shops, sampling artisan food and produce. From: R1 450 per person (±5 hours). Read More …
Balloon Safari Flight – Balloon Safaris take place over several Game Reserves within the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site. From: R 2 573 (3-4 Hours from arrival to departure plus approx. 45 minute one-way drive time from Seven Palms). Read More …
Soweto & Apartheid Museum Tour – Discover Soweto and the surrounding area and drive past a number of significant places. From: R1 250 per person (±5 hours). Read More …
Maropeng, Cradle of Humankind & Sterkfontein Caves Tour – The Cradle of Humankind is one of eight world heritage sites in South Africa boasting 13 excavation sites that’s recognised worldwide. This tour offers those wanting to experience the birthplace of life, a first-hand experience. From: R1 450 per person (±6 hours). Read More …
Amandla Theatrical Tour – Travel along the footpaths of our freedom fighters and experience the city of Johannesburg and Soweto through their eyes on this full day tour. From: R2 476 per person (±8.5 hours). Read More …
Sun City & Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour – Set out from Johannesburg into the malaria-free Pilanesberg Game Reserve & enjoy game viewing in an open vehicle. From: R2 636 per person (±11 hours). Read More …
Nearby Shops & Conveniences
Nearest Supermarket – 1 km
Exit garage & turn right (East). At stop (Thornton St), turn left. After 800m, Shoprite on your left.
Nearest Petrol & Store – 1 km
Exit garage & turn right (East). At stop (Thornton St), turn right. Veer left then right & cross over bridge, Engen on your right at traffic lights.
Nearby Shopping
- Shoprite Sophiatown – 1 km
- Spar Melville – 2 km
- Campus Square Shopping Mall – 2,2 km
- 27 Boxes Melville – 2,8 km
Restaurants & Deliveries
Popular 7th Street Melville (3 km) is lined with restaurants, cafes and bars. Other favourites include:
- Cafe Picobella Trattoria – 2,5 km
- 44 Stanley (day-time) – 3,3 km
Our favourite Uber Eats deliveries and other nearby restaurants include:
- RocoMamas Campus Square (Burgers) – 2,3 km
- Simply Asia Emmarentia (Thai) – 4,8 km
- Curry Up Rand Steam (Indian) – 3,7 km
- Ocean Basket Emmarentia (Seafood) – 4,8 km
- Piza e Vino Melville (Pizza) – 2,5 km
- Cafe Picobella Trattoria Melville (Italian) – 2,3 km
- Momo Baohaus Greenside (Asian Fusion) – 7,2 km
- Love Me So Melville (Japanese) – 2,4 km
- Adega Express Emmarentia (Portuguese) – 4,7 km
- Doppio Zero Greenside (Mediterranean) – 6,4 km
- Soul Souvlaki Rand Steam (Greek) – 3,6 km
Live Entertainment
Our selection of Jozi performing arts & live entertainment venues in order of proximity to Seven Palms:
- Joburg Theatre – 4 performance spaces with international and locally curated shows for all ages – 6,4 km
- Market Theatre – Revered performing arts complex in a former fruit market, housing 3 stages and a casual bar/bistro – 6,6 km
- Linder Auditorium – Promient cultural venue for classical concerts, choir festivals, ballet, & other music productions – 7,6 km
- Lyric Theatre – Opulent performance venue hosting international and local stars of the stage, plus kids’ shows – 10,6 km
- Theatre On The Square – Intimate theatre on Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton City – 18,5 km
- Soweto Theatre – Situated in the vibrant cultural precinct of Jabulani & home to a long and rich tradition of community theatre – 22,6 km
- Parker’s Comedy & Jive – Purpose built comedy club designed to showcase the best in local and international comedians – 25,6 km
- The Teatro – Local and internationally acclaimed world-class musical, dance, drama, comedy & theatre productions – 26,2 km
- Pieter Toerien Montecasino Theatre & Studio – World class dance, comedy, drama, & musicals in an intimate setting – 26,2 km
- Theatre of Marcellus at Emperors Palace – Local & international entertainment including dance, musicals, & plays – 37,8 km
Airports & Public Transport
Nearest Airports:
- O.R.Tambo International Airport – 34,4 km
- Lanseria International Airport – 36,7 km
Nearest Gautrain Stations:
- Gautrain Park Station – Nearest – 7,4 km
- Gautrain Rosebank – Recommended – 9,6 km
Nearest Rea Vaya Bus Stations:
- Helen Joseph Hospital Station – Nearest – 1 km
- UJ Kingsway Campus – Recommended – 1,7 km
Emergencies
- Brixton Police Station – 011-248-5500
- Fire & Ambulance – 10177
- Emergency Cell Number – 112
- JMPD Call Centre: 011-758-9650
HOSPITALS
- Helen Joseph Hospital (1,5 km) – 011-489-1011
- Netcare Milpark Hospital (4,1 km) – 011-480-5600
- Netcare Garden City Hospital (4,1 km) – 011-495-5000
SECURITY
- ADT Control Room – 086-12-12-400
Your Home Away From Home
Amenities
Free WiFi
Garden & Patio
Braai / BBQ Facilities
TV / Netflix
Washing Machine / Dryer
Seating Area
Serviced Weekly
Free Parking
Kingsize or 2 Single Beds
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Board Games / Books
Heater / Fan
Dedicated Workspace
Swimming Pool
No Smoking Indoors
En-Suite Bathroom
Iron / Ironing Board
Electric Blankets
Self Check-In
Private Entrance
Stay Calm in the Heart of Jozi
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Enjoy the vibrant metropolitan buzz of Joburg. But above all, reach out to calm, experience tranquility, & rejuvenate at Seven Palms.
(083) 410-7747
8 Dover Street, Westdene, Johannesburg, 2092
stay@sevenpalms.joburg
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