Southern Sun Sandton

4 stars
123 Rivonia Road, 2148 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
8.4
Very good
based on 1380 reviews
1,380 reviews
gio 30/10
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ven 31/10
1 room, 2 guests
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£52
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Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
£52
Superior room
£73
Executive room
£77
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Overview

Situated in Johannesburg, Southern Sun Sandton is less than 1 km from Sandton Convention Centre and just a 5-minute walk from the Sandton Gautrain Station. It has a rooftop pool with panoramic views, and offers air-conditioned guestrooms with flat-screen TVs. Rooms at the Southern Sun Sandton have modern wood furnishings and include blackout curtains. They come equipped with a work desk and a coffee maker. The private bathrooms have marble countertops and a hairdryer. The Eclipse Restaurant serves a buffet breakfast and a la carte lunch and dinners. Relax in the cafe-style Eclipse Bar or enjoy a sundowner at the popular Skye Bar, offering sweeping city views. Sandton guests can relax in a sun-lounger poolside, or visit the fitness centre which includes free weights and cardiovascular equipment. The Southern Sun Sandton is located within a 10-minute walk from the famous Nelson Mandela Square, a unique shopping plaza with a range of restaurants, shops and entertainment venues. Offering a convenient complimentary shuttle with in 5km radius of the hotel.
8.4
Very good rating
Based on 1,380 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Sandton

gio 30/10
ven 31/10
Standard Room
bed type unknown
£52
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
£53
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
£54
nightly with VAT
Superior room
bed type unknown
£73
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
£74
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
£89
nightly with VAT
King room
bed type unknown
£95
nightly with VAT
Executive room
bed type unknown
£77
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
£89
nightly with VAT
bed type unknown
£94
nightly with VAT
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Amenities at Southern Sun Sandton

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Business centre
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Basics

  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water
  • Chapel/shrine

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Shared kitchen
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by lift
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

General

  • Family rooms
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Spa bath
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cooking classes

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Health and safety

  • Safe

Pool

  • Outdoor pool

Reviews of Southern Sun Sandton

8.4
Very good
1380 verified ratings
Wonderful
657
Very good
248
Good
195
Okay
92
Fair
96
Mediocre
45
Poor
47

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the central location of the hotel, the comfortable beds, and the cleanliness of the rooms. The breakfast received positive remarks for its variety and quality. However, some guests mentioned issues with noise levels, particularly from other guests in the hallways, which affected their sleep. Overall, the service was noted as pleasant and efficient, contributing to a generally positive experience.
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Service9.5 out of 10
Location9.5 out of 10
Cleanliness9 out of 10
Bed Comfort9 out of 10
Noise Level2 out of 10
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8.5
Very good
Jon, Jan 2017
Pros (+) Very comfortable, welcoming lobby, good service, free shuttles in Sandton area
Cons (-) The food (except breakfast which was fine). Some of my colleagues complained about noise from plumbing

Location

123 Rivonia Road, 2148 Johannesburg, Gauteng

What's nearby

  • Nelson Mandela Square0.4 mi
  • Sandton Convention Centre0.5 mi
  • Sandton City0.6 mi
  • Houghton4 mi
  • Johannesburg Zoo4.5 mi
  • Union Observatory5.6 mi
  • Cresta Shopping Centre5.6 mi
  • Hillbrow Telkom Tower5.7 mi
  • Ponte City Apartments6 mi
  • Johannesburg Planetarium6.1 mi
  • Montecasino6.3 mi
  • University of Witwatersrand6.3 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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June
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£59
£76
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 23% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Southern Sun Sandton

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Southern Sun Sandton

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Southern Sun Sandton, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in June and December.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Southern Sun Sandton, plan to stay on a Monday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Southern Sun Sandton was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £63, while the most expensive was £63.
  • How long should you stay at Southern Sun Sandton? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Southern Sun Sandton

  • Where is Southern Sun Sandton located?

    Southern Sun Sandton is located at 123 Rivonia Road in Sandown, 6.8 miles from the centre of Johannesburg. Nelson Mandela Square is the closest landmark to Southern Sun Sandton.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Southern Sun Sandton?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Southern Sun Sandton.

  • Does Southern Sun Sandton offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Southern Sun Sandton offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Southern Sun Sandton from the airport?

    Southern Sun Sandton is 11.1 miles from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Southern Sun Sandton is 14.1 miles from Johannesburg Lanseria.

  • Does Southern Sun Sandton have a pool?

    Yes, Southern Sun Sandton has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Southern Sun Sandton hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Southern Sun Sandton in Johannesburg and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Southern Sun Sandton and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Southern Sun Sandton.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.6
6.8 mi
Johannesburg OR Tambo
11.1 mi

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