27 Sturdee Avenue, 2196 Johannesburg, South Africa
#24 of 171 hotels in Johannesburg
Guests' ChoiceBased on 480 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
8.7
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 6 September 2025
Elizabeth
AustraliaReally quaint hotel with a lovely restaurant. Good close walking distance (daytime only) to Rosebank shopping centre which had some great restaurants. Very secure hotel & nice pool area to relax by.
Stayed in September 2025
Reviewed: 1 September 2025
Roslyn
AustraliaNothing
We loved this little boutique hotel - it way exceeded our expectations. Fantastic value - situated in what seems to be a fairly upmarket and safe (during the day) area - we walked to the large shopping mall nearby. Gardens and pool area were well maintained and very relaxing. Staff were lovely and very helpful (especially the security guard I'm sorry I don't know his name ! ). Breakfast was a simple buffet of fruit, yoghurt, cereal, some pasties & muffins, cheese etc then hot food cooked to order. We ate at the restaurant both nights and enjoyed all our meals there. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Robert
AustraliaSmall and intimate and with great staff
Excellent boutique hotel in a very convenient location.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Aressa
South AfricaIt would be a thoughtful touch to offer complimentary water throughout guests’ stay—it adds comfort and reflects genuine hospitality.
This is our go to place for whenever we visit JHB. Perfect location, comfortable rooms and wonderful staff.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Shirley
South AfricaNothing
Excellent Breakfast, lovely bed and private outdoor table, The staff were helpful. Loved the quiet surroundings.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Aressa
South AfricaNothing that I can think off.
This remains our absolute favourite spot to stay whenever we're in Johannesburg. The rooms are beautifully appointed and comfortable, and the staff always go above and beyond.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 12 July 2025
Gerald
United StatesEVERYTHING WAS PERFECT! GREAT HOTEL!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Narelle
AustraliaI am so fussy there is always something I don’t like but for the first time in years of travelling there is nothing I didn’t like about this property!
This is probably the most outstanding Boutique property I have stayed at anywhere in the world! It is super clean. The staff are amazing. The food and breakfast are 10 star and it’s in a great walkable safer neighbourhood. I’m in Africa for two weeks and to be honest I would’ve been happy to spend my whole time tucked away in this oasis.
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 30 June 2025
Gerald
United Statesnothing
Everything was fantastic! We loved our stay at the Clico! The staff was wonderful and Dan was perfect! Thank you for everything!!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 17 June 2025
Ronja
GermanyVery clean location and friendly staff, secure parking and a guard
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 26 May 2025
Cal
United StatesNothing.
The chefs are extremely good, with a family friendly nature of staff.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 11 May 2025
Martin
United StatesGreat restaurant for dinner and breakfast; at breakfast we had green shakshuka and delicious hummus toastie -- way better than your average eggs & bacon. We arrived later in the evening and the gate attendant greeted our uber with our name -- he was expecting us! The staff were very accommodating of our schedule.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 5 May 2025
Walter
United StatesAll good
Outstanding choices and quality
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 12 April 2025
Farinha
South AfricaThe staff were friendly and your room was made up twice a day
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 4 April 2025
Melissa
NetherlandsBeautiful spacious room and the breakfast was amazing!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 3 April 2025
Lucy
CanadaI've used Clico several times and like almost everything about it. There are a few minor points I've mentioned over the years that have not been addressed but not enough to NOT come back. Location, security, staff, grounds, restaurant are amazing. Room 1 & Room ?? (ground floor on right) need attention: Safes need to be attached to the wall for tru security. The latter room was very damp and it's a bit odd not having a bathroom door. Staff are well trained and charming. Security for parking is good. Food outstanding. Pool wasn't crystal clear or scooped but it was the rainy season.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 24 March 2025
Nat
ZimbabweNoisy area, very close to a busy road. Functions downstairs can be heard from the rooms. There was a loud one whilst we were there one afternoon.
Location is perfect for Rosebank and Sandton visits. Restaurant is excellent. Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 19 March 2025
Sarah
United KingdomSome parts look a bit old / out-dated and could do with some TLC, but that’s if I’m being picky!
The staff was extremely welcoming. The room was lovely, well decorated. The pool is very nice, yet it was a bit cold (March) but that’s okay. The restaurant serves delicious food for lunch and dinner and the breakfast was nice.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 18 March 2025
Frame
South AfricaThe restuarant "SEC" was a let down. The food was not as tastay as we had anticipated.
The hotel staff were great. Especially Peggy was superb. She over exceeded our expectations and put great effort into making our stay special
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 15 March 2025
Janne-marije
NetherlandsThe room was large but needs updating a bit.
Staff, location, food
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 13 March 2025
Mufunde
ZimbabweLoved everything about this lovely hotel - convenient, responsive staff, clean and just adorable space!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 10 March 2025
Kelly
United StatesI stayed in room 2 and it was not ideal that it is was so close to Reception, it was very loud at once point, but Peggy was vert kind and helpful and made sure that the inter leading door was closed and that there was no more noise for me. The guesthouse feels a bit outdated and I think could use some fixing up of some exterior / interior parts like the window panes, sliding door etc. It also looked a bit messy close to the shed in the garden and this could be neatened up for more of an aesthetic look.
The bed was comfortable and there were nice pillow options. I often struggle to find a nice size pillow when I travel and this met my needs.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 9 March 2025
Lucy
CanadaOur room was big but would be nicer with a bathroom wall & door rather than a folding screen partition.
Charming establishment with great staff and a wonderful restaurant. Nice, convenient, location in Rosebank sigh great service.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 8 February 2025
Karen
CanadaSmall lovely quiet and beautiful property
Stayed in January 2025
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