MicasaSucasa: A Guest House with Flair

When it comes to accommodation in Johannesburg people have mainly three choices to choose from. How to choose between these three accommodation spots is a not a difficult decision if you pause and think about the following factors when considering which one best fits you. This blog is focused on South African accommodation which is in its own league compared to other countries on this continent as well as most parts of the world.  South Africa, guest houses can be small and cozy or very large mansions indeed. South Africa also has a specific rating system for hotel accommodation establishments to help you pick your level of comfort. To start off we will discuss the hotel which is a common choice for most and you usually receive the same results no matter where you stay. You sleep in a room with plain walls, a television, and one or two windows with literally no view unless you are on the beach or at an exclusive resort location. You pay a standard rate for a room that is usually not worth it but you will get to sleep and with a hotel that’s the best feature, sleep. Then you have the Bed and Breakfast also known as "B&B" which can range from simply cheap to somewhat extravagant. Even though I rate a B&B fairly high compared to the average hotel you can certainly find some low budget, low quality dwellings in this market as well. On a positive note, a guest house, also known as "guesthouse" is truly different to a hotel. In most parts of the world a guest house is similar to a bed and breakfast, where as in other parts of the world guest houses are a type of inexpensive hotel-like lodging. It is sometimes a private home which has been converted for the use of guest accommodation. The owner usually lives in an entirely separate area within the property and the guest house may serve as a form of lodging business.

When visiting the Johannesburg area particularly Melville, guest houses are the only kind of accommodation available suitable for visitors who have no local relatives to stay with. Among the features which distinguish a guest house from a hotel, bed and breakfast, or inn is the lack of a full-time staff. But don’t think for a second that the service will be lacking. I can speak highly of Micasasucasa one of the elite guest houses in Melville and the outstanding customer service all imbued with its distinctive African flair and warmth. The discerning visitor can choose their resting spot assured that the one thing all residences have in common is the signature Mi Casa Su Casa ambiance... a true home away from home. You won’t find the quality of a boutique accommodation from a hotel chain like you can in a guest house or bed and breakfast around Johannesburg. They tend to be owner managed, and due to their size you will receive the best customer service there is to offer. So my choice would be a guesthouse, B&B, and finally a hotel. I hope this helps you decide during your visit to South Africa.