Africa by Lusso

At a glance

Boutique hotel with 32 rooms set in two acres of lush gardens
Rooms feature colourful design details and local art and craftwork, imbuing them with genuine South African charm
Two outdoor swimming pools, including a family pool
Two restaurants, one just for guests, one open to the public
Less than 10 minutes from Johannesburg's main shopping and business districts

Overview

Set in the upmarket suburb of Melrose, The Peech is perfectly placed for exploring the attractions of Johannesburg yet feels like a quiet cocoon , protected from the hustle and bustle of the city by its acres of pretty gardens.Thirty-two well-appointed guest rooms are spread throughout the gardens. All are bathed in natural light and feature a private patio or balcony, king or twin beds, colourful design details and an eclectic range of local artwork and furnishings. There's also a two-bed villa that's ideal for families.

There are two outdoor pools and two restaurants, one exclusively for in-house guests, serving fresh, light and seasonal dishes throughout the day; the other a fine-dining restaurant open to the public.

When to visit

Best

Good

Varied

January

29ºC

Maximum Tempurature

19ºC

Minimum Tempurature

126mm

Average Rainfall

January is the peak of the summer season with hot days interspersed with spectacular thunderstorms that usually occur in the afternoons.
February

29ºC

Maximum Tempurature

19ºC

Minimum Tempurature

107mm

Average Rainfall

As with January, February is the peak of the summer season and tends to be one of the hottest months. Days are hot with notable rainfall falling in short sharp downpours in the afternoon. The moody skies make for some excellent photography.
March

28ºC

Maximum Tempurature

18ºC

Minimum Tempurature

91mm

Average Rainfall

Temperatures start to cool from the height of the summer season. It's still hot during the day but evenings and early mornings are cooler,
April

27ºC

Maximum Tempurature

14ºC

Minimum Tempurature

51mm

Average Rainfall

Days are still warm, dry and clear throughout the country, making it a good time to visit. Evenings are early mornings are cool.
May

25ºC

Maximum Tempurature

10ºC

Minimum Tempurature

14mm

Average Rainfall

May heralds the end of the summer season in South Africa, with the onset of cooler weather. However, it's still a wonderful time to visit, with mild, sunny days and clear skies. Evenings and early mornings are significantly cooler than previous months, however daytime temperatures are pleasantly mild.
June

23ºC

Maximum Tempurature

7ºC

Minimum Tempurature

4mm

Average Rainfall

June sees the first proper month of winter in South Africa. Days are clear and sunny, but evenings and mornings are cold.
July

23ºC

Maximum Tempurature

6ºC

Minimum Tempurature

10mm

Average Rainfall

Days are sunny and mild, however early mornings and evenings are cold, and layers are recommended.
August

25ºC

Maximum Tempurature

9ºC

Minimum Tempurature

10mm

Average Rainfall

This is the peak of the dry season. Early mornings and evenings are very cold, and layers are recommended, but days are sunny with clear blue skies.
September

27ºC

Maximum Tempurature

11ºC

Minimum Tempurature

26mm

Average Rainfall

September, like August, is still dry. The days are getting warmer but mornings and evenings are still chilly.
October

ºC

Maximum Tempurature

ºC

Minimum Tempurature

mm

Average Rainfall

October heralds the end of the dry season in many parts of South Africa and temperatures are on the rise. The landscape starts to change with a return to thicker vegetation and greenery. Days are warm with cooler mornings and evenings.
November

27ºC

Maximum Tempurature

17ºC

Minimum Tempurature

115mm

Average Rainfall

November sees a return of the wetter weather and a rise in temperatures. Rainfall tends to come in spectacular thunderstorms that usually occur in the late afternoons in short sharp downpours.
December

28ºC

Maximum Tempurature

18ºC

Minimum Tempurature

130mm

Average Rainfall

December is summer in South Africa, with warm temperatures and increased rainfall. Days are hot with afternoons often bringing spectacular thunderstorms.

Location

The Peech is in Johannesburg’s upmarket Melrose suburb, opposite the James Gray Park and adjacent to Wanderers International Cricket Stadium. It's no more than 10 minutes from the city’s main business and shopping hubs, including Melrose Arch, Sandton City and Rosebank, where you can catch the Gautrain to Johannesburg International Airport. By car, the airport is 45 minutes away.

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