Southern Sun Sandton is a 4-star hotel located at 123 Rivonia Road in Johannesburg's business district. The hotel offers 301 soundproofed rooms equipped with air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee stations, refrigerators, work desks, TVs with selected DStv channels, and safes. Guests can enjoy dining at the on-site Eclipse Restaurant and drinks at the Skye Bar, which offers panoramic city views. Additional amenities include a rooftop pool, fitness center, business center, and concierge services. The hotel is within walking distance of Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square, and offers a complimentary shuttle within a 5 km radius, including the Sandton Gautrain Station.
Room
Southern Sun Sandton offers 301 well-appointed rooms and suites designed for both business and leisure travelers. Each accommodation features air conditioning, complimentary Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV with DStv channels, a work desk, and an en-suite bathroom. Room options include Standard Twin and Queen Rooms, Superior King Rooms, Executive King Rooms, Executive Premium Rooms, King Suites, Accessible Rooms, Junior Suites, and a Presidential Suite. Smoking and wheelchair-accessible rooms are available upon request.
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dining
Southern Sun Sandton offers diverse dining options, including the Eclipse Restaurant, which serves a sumptuous buffet breakfast and an à la carte lunch and dinner menu. The Eclipse Bar provides a relaxed setting for café-style refreshments and drinks throughout the day. Additionally, the Skye Bar offers panoramic city views and signature cocktails, making it a popular spot for sundowners.
Recreation
Southern Sun Sandton offers a range of facilities designed for both business and leisure travelers. Guests can maintain their fitness routines at the on-site gym, which is open from early until late. For relaxation, the hotel features a rooftop pool located on the 9th floor, providing panoramic views of the city. Business amenities include a well-equipped business center and 12 versatile meeting venues accommodating up to 260 guests. The hotel also provides free uncapped Wi-Fi and a complimentary shuttle service within a 5 km radius, including the Sandton Gautrain Station.
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Location
Southern Sun Sandton is located at 123 Rivonia Road in Sandton, Johannesburg's business district. The hotel is approximately 33 kilometers from O.R. Tambo International Airport and 22 kilometers from Lanseria International Airport. Nearby attractions include Sandton City Shopping Centre, Nelson Mandela Square, and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. The Sandton Gautrain Station, offering convenient access to various parts of the city, is also nearby.
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Rating
850 Reviews
Average ratings
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Trek49645652664
The best place to relax and have a good time.
Amazing spaceeee! I must say this type of treatment is one of a kind!!! Thank you Southern Sun!!! - Osarode Stephen Odemwingie (Nigeria). I stayed on the 7th floor and the views of Johannesburg were...
Wanderer29396623016
Southern Sun Sandton was excellent choice for our stay in Joburg
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