Set behind a discreet entrance in Melrose, The Peech Hotel offers a quieter, greener side of Johannesburg. Once a 1950s family home, it now sits within two acres of landscaped gardens, a short drive from Sandton, Rosebank, Melrose Arch and Wanderers Stadium. The James and Ethel Gray Park lies just across the road, while the city’s business, shopping and cultural hubs are all within easy reach.

The hotel balances residential calm with considered design. Rooms range from elegant Classic and Luxury categories to spacious suites and a private two-bedroom villa. Interiors are light and refined, with oak floors in select rooms, generous bathrooms with deep soaking tubs or rain showers, and private patios or balconies overlooking the gardens. Subtle touches elevate the stay, from Nespresso machines and plush robes to locally inspired toiletries.

Days unfold easily at The Peech, with mornings in the garden, afternoons by the pool or strolling across to the park, and evenings shaped around exceptional on-site dining. The Pot Luck Club Johannesburg brings energy and flavour after dark, with inventive small plates and a lively dining room. 

INSIDER'S TIP: Opt for a room with a patio overlooking the garden and enjoy a quiet coffee with a view.