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4 stars

Southern Sun Sandton

123 Rivonia Road, 2148 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
See location+27 112 820 000
From
R1 217
Cheapest

rate per night

8,3
Very good
based on 1333 reviews
1 333 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
R1 217
Superior room
R1 610
Executive room
R1 800
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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.
8,3
Very good rating
Based on 1 333 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Sandton

Thu 18/9
Fri 19/9
Executive room
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R1 800
nightly with fees
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R2 073
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R2 195
nightly with fees
Superior room
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R1 610
nightly with fees
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R1 698
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 848
nightly with fees
Standard Room
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R1 217
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 227
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
R1 236
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

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

8,3
Very good
1333 verified ratings
Wonderful
630
Very good
237
Good
192
Okay
89
Fair
96
Mediocre
44
Poor
45

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.
AI-generated from customer reviews
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 Square0.7 km
  • Sandton Convention Centre0.8 km
  • Sandton City0.9 km
  • Houghton6.5 km
  • Johannesburg Zoo7.3 km
  • Union Observatory9 km
  • Cresta Shopping Centre9.1 km
  • Hillbrow Telkom Tower9.3 km
  • Ponte City Apartments9.6 km
  • Johannesburg Planetarium9.9 km
  • Montecasino10.1 km
  • University of Witwatersrand10.2 km

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Southern Sun Sandton

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April
February
R1 503
R1 492
Cheapest month to stay with an average 14% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 30% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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 April and March.
  • 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 Wednesday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Southern Sun Sandton was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R1 541, while the most expensive was R1 541.
  • How long should you stay at Southern Sun Sandton? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.
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FAQs when booking at Southern Sun Sandton

  • Where is Southern Sun Sandton located?

    Southern Sun Sandton is located at 123 Rivonia Road in Sandown, 11 km 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 17,7 km from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Southern Sun Sandton is 22,8 km 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
11,0 km
Johannesburg OR Tambo
17,8 km

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