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Offering a terrace and inner courtyard view, Charlie's Spot - Norwood is set in Johannesburg, 4 km from Observatory Golf Club and 5.9 km from Johannesburg Stadium. This guest house offers free private parking, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Certain units in the guest house have private entrance and are equipped with desk and wardrobe. Some of the units feature a satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. At the guest house, some units are fitted with a kettle and chocolates or cookies. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Parkview Golf Club is 7.3 km from the guest house, while Gautrain Sandton Station is 9.3 km away. The nearest airport is O.R. Tambo International Airport, 21 km from Charlie's Spot - Norwood.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.2
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  • Copp
    Thailand Thailand
    Good safe location. Close to shopping and Food. Nice comfy bed. Good WiFi.
  • Mamun
    South Africa South Africa
    Well secure quiet a peaceful place to be. Friendly staff. Almost everything is nearby in walking distance. I like the place
  • Gugu
    South Africa South Africa
    Friendly staff, cleanliness and privacy..wished we could stay longer than we did it felt homely..❤️😍💐
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Charles

9.1
9.1
Host review score
Host review score

Charles
Charlie’s Norwood Spot offers affordable and comfortable accommodation in a homely and friendly atmosphere in the historical and cosmopolitan suburb of Norwood, Johannesburg, ideally suited to be your home from home during business, casual, tourist or extended lay-overs. Charlie’s Norwood Spot is located only a step away from the famous Grant Avenue restaurant strip and conveniently close to shops, malls, a number of golf courses and both central Sandton and Johannesburg. Charlie’s Norwood Spot offers: -A large, spacious self-catering unit with exterior entrance. This large unit includes a dining area, lounge with a sleeper couch, bedroom, bathroom and fully equipped kitchen. -A spacious self-catering unit with exterior entrance. This spacious unit includes a bedroom, bathroom, dining- and lounge area and fully equipped kitchen. -A luxury large en-suite room is located in the spacious main house, with access to the shared lounge. All units have comfortable queen size beds with 200 thread count Egyptian Cotton linen, towels, TV, Wi-Fi, table and chairs, and a Coffee/Tea Tray. Iron and ironing board are available with a laundry and dry-cleaners close by in Grant Avenue.
During 2019, Charles established the first Charlie’s Spot in Norwood, Johannesburg which, from the onset, proved to be popular with guests requiring accommodation that is comfortable, safe and secure in a homely atmosphere and in close proximity to shops, malls and restaurants. Says Charles: ‘As I have been working my entire life, the passive life of retirement seems like the opposite of freedom. Sitting around just isn't my thing. I couldn't think of anything else to do and had nothing to work on. I then started a venture in hospitality, offering a homely and sophisticated overnight accommodation experience. I set up Charlie's Spot in Norwood, ideally located off Grant Avenue, known for its many restaurants, fast food outlets and various shops. A valuable factor is meeting fascinating people from all over South Africa and the world and in doing so, have become friends with many of our guests.’
Set in the historical and cosmopolitan suburb of Norwood, Johannesburg, Charlie’s Spot is located only a step away from the famous Grant Avenue restaurant strip and conveniently close to shops, malls, a number of golf courses and both central Sandton and Johannesburg. Ideally suited to be your home from home during business, casual, tourist or extended lay-overs. There's just so much about Norwood to love. It is one of the more popular dining spots in the city, renowned for its "celebrated restaurants" and ethnic mix of cuisine, mainly based in Grant Avenue. Norwood borders the suburbs of Orange Grove and Houghton. It is a garden suburb, with many of its homes dating back to the 1920s. The suburb has a distinctive cosmopolitan atmosphere, and the residents comprise a mix of cultures including Jewish, Muslim, and West African.
Languages spoken: English,Xhosa,Zulu

Property surroundings

Facilities of Charlie's Spot - Norwood
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Laundry
  • Terrace
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Media & Technology
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

House rules

Charlie's Spot - Norwood takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 19:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 09:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 20:00 and 09:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that booking directly may incur additional charges as guests will not be verified through Booking.com.

Please note that the linen fee is charged per stay or 7 days whichever is the lesser.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Charlie's Spot - Norwood in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 09:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Charlie's Spot - Norwood

  • Check-in at Charlie's Spot - Norwood is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Charlie's Spot - Norwood is 3.7 miles from the centre of Johannesburg. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Charlie's Spot - Norwood offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • Room options at Charlie's Spot - Norwood include:

    • Suite

  • The prices at Charlie's Spot - Norwood may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.