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Reviews of Raphael Suites 5 stars

Nelson Mandela Square, Fifth Street, Sandton, Sandton, 2196 Johannesburg, South Africa

#45 of 157 hotels in Johannesburg

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Review score

Based on 217 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.9

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.0

  • Value for money

    8.2

  • Free WiFi

    7.6

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  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment Grand
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Unfortunately the air conditioning did not work well and we were not able to adjust it.

    A good place to stay especially if you are traveling with family. A very spacious apartment, with everything you need to spend a few days. Well located. Good service by South African standards. The staff was very kind to respond to our request for a late check out.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bedroom abit small

    The apartment was spacious. But bedrooms abit small

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 March 2024

    9.0
    Great/lekker Hotel/Apartments and Location - Thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Check in times and check out times - I had requested for a later check out, but was not able to do, but really timings need to be solved. I understand that you have other guests coming in, and cleaning can't be 24hrs a day, but a little bit based on case by case service wouldn't hurt, even closer to the times of check in vs check out planned or required. I sometimes when I have a layover require an early check in, but this time as I came from home in Zim, I arrived after 17:00 hrs, so the check in wasn't an issue, not like I when I come off an early doors flight, and would reach 7am for example.... but for check out, when I leave to go back to work, my flight leaves at 23:00 hrs, so I would leave for flight to the airport at 19:00 hrs (7pm) etc., so even a check out time of 5pm or 6pm would be helpful, or even 2pm.... my suggestion, case by case basis, thank you.

    Didn't make the brekkie, sadly, just stupidly forgot, apologies. The location was perfect, and I found out something new, as in regarding the location and how perfect it is, for my main access to Sandton Mall and NMSq.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a lovely place to stay however not a traditional hotel. The location can be difficult if you wish to use valet service on your vehicle and the reception is actually upstairs of the road. The rooms are spacious but slightly dated and the use of space could be better - the TV in the bedroom could be wall mounted instead of in a large cupboard that inhibits the walkway.

    The location and ability to walk out into Nelson Mandela Square is the best thing about Raphael. The suites are also large with a kitchenette equipped with a large fridge, dishwasher and washing machine provided.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    7.0
    It was very nice and we enjoyed it. Just small things that needs to be fixed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment Grand
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our suite door wouldn't want to open so we had to sit for an our in another room to get it fixed. No complimentary drinks or something were offered. We thought the swimming pool in our suite would be heated but wasn't. The telephone to call reception did not work, and no instructions as well? The microwave was broken (could see it was fixed with double sided tape) There were a lot of noise at 03:00am in the morning from outside.

    The rooms was nice and clean. The door men was very friendly. The other staff as well. The breakfast was very nice. Great location, didn't have to drive anywhere.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 February 2024

    7.0
    It was comfortable after a 2 week holiday to refresh before returning to work
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Airconditioning was poor

    OK

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I am looking forward to my second visit

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment Grand
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The aircon was not working well and it was very hot

    Perfect location and very stylish

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 December 2023

    9.0
    Enjoyed it
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment Grand
    • Stayed 1 night

    A lot of lights, as to be expected so feels like daylight the whole night. Add more bottled water to to rooms, 2 is not enough.

    Great location for our trip, had kids with and the suite was a great option for that. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Great view of the square.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Update TVs to offer more than just Dstv

    Great location. Very convinient. Roomy apartment

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location is beautiful

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment Grand
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only Dstv offered

    Very convinient location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    9.0
    Very nice and convenient apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    One night the aircon was kaput. But efficiently and fully repaired the next morning as soon as we reported the issue.

    Just a one minute walk to Nelson Mandela Square and a few minutes to all the facilities of Sandton City. The free valet parking

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    7.0
    Essential
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs some serious upgrade

    Location

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment Grand
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean Fantastic location and breakfast

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    9.0
    I travel with family n holiday and finding home comfort, not always easy so was glad to find this
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment Grand
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I went with my daughter for a mom and daughter weekend. Very clean, spacious and quiet. Location brilliant for lazy mum who cannot keep up with the young ones shopping energy, very safe for a young lady to wonder around the Nelson Mandela/Sandton Mall. Lots of food places to enjoy and exceptionally accessible. Highly recommended for a family outing, comfortable and gave me the peace of mind I needed for a relaxing gate away

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 August 2023

    8.0
    Perfect
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Convenience to Sandton centre

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 July 2023

    7.0
    It was good
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was freezing, the air conditioning not easy to operate.

    The location, the rooms were clean

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 July 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We asked them to arrange a cap and they did , unfortunately we didnt have change so the driver stop us into an Atm when my husbend go inside and working on the ATM 2 guys came and distract him and they steel his bank card later on they took 40000 Rand !! I need the taxi company name ! And beware plz who ever want to rent a cap must have full detail and have enough cash !!!

    Location ..clean

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2023

    8.0
    Excellent
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    It’s located perfectly, close to everything I required

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    1.Difficulty finding parking 2.reception on first floor

    Easy access to the mall

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast location

    Location

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
    • Stayed 1 night

    Location is absolutely amazing and convenient. Breakfast was amazing too. The apartment was good, clean with all amenities and comfortable. I had a great stay and will surely come back again. highly recommend the place.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2023

    8.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment Luxury
    • Stayed 1 night

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    Stayed in May 2023

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