Nelson Mandela Square, Fifth Street, Sandton, Sandton, 2196 Johannesburg, South Africa
#45 of 157 hotels in Johannesburg
Guests' ChoiceBased on 217 hotel reviews
8.4Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: 26 April 2024
Luis
MexicoUnfortunately 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
Mohammed
South AfricaBedroom abit small
The apartment was spacious. But bedrooms abit small
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 March 2024
Edward
ZimbabweCheck 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
Di
ZimbabweIt'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
Hannelie
South AfricaOur 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
Rajendran
South AfricaAirconditioning was poor
OK
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Lindani
South AfricaI am looking forward to my second visit
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 16 December 2023
Hannah
South AfricaThe aircon was not working well and it was very hot
Perfect location and very stylish
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Sybrand
United StatesA 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
Munyaradzi
ZimbabweUpdate TVs to offer more than just Dstv
Great location. Very convinient. Roomy apartment
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Sebina
BotswanaThe location is beautiful
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 15 November 2023
Munyaradzi
ZimbabweOnly Dstv offered
Very convinient location
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Doniv1951
MauritiusOne 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
Nuno
MozambiqueNeeds some serious upgrade
Location
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Hannah
South AfricaVery clean Fantastic location and breakfast
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 22 August 2023
Zvandasara
ZimbabweI 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
Charmaine
South AfricaNothing
Convenience to Sandton centre
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 27 July 2023
Emmah
BotswanaThe room was freezing, the air conditioning not easy to operate.
The location, the rooms were clean
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 24 July 2023
Entesar
Saudi ArabiaWe 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
Luther
ZimbabweN/A
It’s located perfectly, close to everything I required
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 10 July 2023
Neil
South Africa1.Difficulty finding parking 2.reception on first floor
Easy access to the mall
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 28 June 2023
Jean
South AfricaBreakfast location
Location
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 1 June 2023
Moatshe
BotswanaLocation 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
Mahomed
South Africa............
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Stayed in May 2023
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