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The Minimalist

3.5 star property

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Apartment
1 bedroom, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Terrace/patio
Apartment | Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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19 Defiant Avenue, Benoni, Gauteng, 1501
  • Place, Lakeside Mall
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, SAPS Mechanical School Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

Benoni

At The Minimalist you'll be within a 20-minute walk of SAPS Mechanical School Golf Club and 2.1 km (1.3 mi) from Lakeside Mall. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, along with a private plunge pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a microwave. Nice touches to enhance your stay include a rainfall showerhead and free toiletries. A private garden, a safe and an iron/ironing board are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and gym. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a terrace and a garden. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Lakeside Mall - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • SAPS Mechanical School Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 35 min drive - 45.0 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 37 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Montecasino - 40 min drive - 55.4 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg Park Station - 23 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Matts Meat Market - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Piatto - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Curry Leaf - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Game On Sports Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Minimalist

The Minimalist offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. A terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff are also featured at The Minimalist. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Benoni apartment.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Minimalist offers 7 accommodations with private plunge pools and laptop-compatible safes. Accommodation at this 3.5-star apartment has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Food and water bowls

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf caddies
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Gym
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 7 units
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets: ZAR 180 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: ZAR 180 per pet, per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the apartment before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

The Minimalist Benoni
The Minimalist Apartment
The Minimalist Apartment Benoni

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Minimalist?

Yep, The Minimalist has a free self car park.

Does The Minimalist have a pool?

The Minimalist has an outdoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at The Minimalist?

This property features an outdoor pool, as well as a private plunge pool and a private yard.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Minimalist?

No, but there are private plunge pools in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Minimalist?

No, The Minimalist does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Minimalist?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Minimalist?

Dogs are welcome at The Minimalist, with food and water bowls on offer.

Is there a golf course on site at The Minimalist?

There is a golf course next to The Minimalist.

The Minimalist Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

All round good stay

Excellent all-round stay. Comfortable and lovely breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jimmy

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

RB

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. The only thing the property needs to do is to invest some money to get an electrity generator for the lights and WiFi. Otherwise, I really enjoyed my time the property. Special thanks for George, Albert, and the people running the guest house. I definitely recommend it. On the other hand, I believe that having a car is a necessity to move around the city and its surrounding.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jannine

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Fantastic stay, Alfred is a gem. The property is neat and clean and you feel safe. Once those gates close, you are in your own safe space, peaceful after a long day.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 25 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I liked the unique styles of each of the rooms. Had very comfortable beds and I felt safe. Albert was an essential for helping out with anything we needed. Cleaners were friendly and happy to help out and we had an enjoyable 3 week stay. I didn't like loadshedding and it may be helpful if the Minimalist invested in solar panels for visitors who are not used to loadshedding :-)
Stayed 25 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bheki

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Good

Amazing. I wish if there could be a small stove for cooking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ntando

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Amazing

It was amazing enjoyed every moment
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020