50 Bristol Road, corner Oxford Rd, Rosebank, Saxonwold, 2196 Johannesburg, South Africa
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Home Suite Hotels Rosebank Overview

I’ll be honest, I wasn’t expecting much when I first pulled up to Home Suite Hotels Rosebank on Bristol Road – the corner location with Oxford Road had me worried about traffic noise. But you know what? This place actually surprised me in the best way possible. The four-star setup here feels more like a well-appointed apartment building than your typical hotel, which makes sense once you realize they’re going for that extended-stay vibe. The suites are genuinely spacious (not just hotel-spacious, but actually spacious), and honestly, after staying in cramped Johannesburg hotel rooms before, walking into one of these felt like a small luxury.

What really works about this spot is how it sits in Rosebank – you’re basically in the middle of everything without being stuck in the chaos of the city center. I mean, you can walk to the Gautrain station in about ten minutes, which is huge if you’re flying in and out of OR Tambo. The Zone, that shopping complex everyone talks about, is right there too, plus you’ve got the Sunday market at the Rosebank Rooftop if you’re around on weekends. The hotel itself has this quiet, residential feel despite being on a busy corner – they’ve done something right with the soundproofing because I barely noticed the traffic. The staff genuinely seems to care about what they’re doing, which you don’t always get at places like this. Check-in was smooth, they actually remembered my name the next day, and when I mentioned I was looking for a good coffee spot, the guy at reception gave me proper local recommendations, not just the chain places.

The rooms themselves are what sold me on this place – full kitchens that actually work, separate living areas where you can spread out your stuff, and bathrooms that don’t feel like airplane lavatories. I stayed for four nights and it honestly felt more like borrowing a friend’s apartment than being stuck in hotel limbo. The wifi is solid (tested it on video calls, no issues), there’s decent parking if you’re driving, and the housekeeping team strikes that perfect balance of being thorough without being intrusive. Look, it’s not the fanciest place you’ll find in Johannesburg, and the building itself won’t win any architectural awards, but if you want somewhere comfortable and practical in Rosebank without paying Sandton prices, this is your spot. The 9.3 rating it’s got makes total sense once you’ve been there – it just works really well at what it’s trying to do.

Home Suite Hotels Rosebank Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
The Home Standard1 king bed for Max. people: 2$127
The Home Superior1 king bed for Max. people: 2$146
The Home Superior with Balcony1 queen bed for Max. people: 2$155
The Home Deluxe1 king bed for Max. people: 2$164
The Home Suite1 king bed for Max. people: 2$165
The Home Ultra with Balcony1 queen bed for Max. people: 2$165
The Home Deluxe with Balcony1 queen bed for Max. people: 2$175
The Home Ultra1 king bed for Max. people: 2$182
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Reviews of Home Suite Hotels Rosebank

  • One of the nicest hotel experiences we have ever had – Nancy from United States – September 21, 2025 (10/10)

    The room was spacious and nicely decorated. The common areas were very nice. The on site restaurant was really good. Everyone was super friendly and accommodating.

    What could be improved: Can’t think of anything!

  • Just perfect! – Kim from Australia – September 17, 2025 (10/10)

    Great quiet location
    Amazing friendly staff
    Very clean
    Lovely rooftop bar

  • The best of all – Ndyamuhaki from Uganda – September 16, 2025 (10/10)

    The staff was very good

    What could be improved: I enjoyed beyond my expectations

  • Far exceeded my expectations. – Nelli from Switzerland – September 5, 2025 (10/10)

    Excellent breakfast and dinner. Good staff. Good and safe location. The room is amazing in all respects. The bed is absolutely incredible. Desk is the room was very helpful. the room was very comfortable for a business travelers. The front desk rep arranged a set of tours with the amazing company called Phillipians Four. I would highly recommend this company for planning your tours.

    What could be improved: None whatsoever.

  • Exceptional service! – Joy from Kenya – August 31, 2025 (10/10)

    It truly feels like home. Safe, clean and good vibes. The staff is amazing as well.

    What could be improved: Nothing.

  • Great stay, beautiful boutique experience. Could have stayed longer! – Sally from Australia – August 28, 2025 (10/10)

    Well appointed, great menu and lovely staff!

  • Rare find – Christos from South Africa – August 28, 2025 (10/10)

    Well located in Rosebank, our second stay here. There is something about this place, it feels so homely from the greeting at the gate to the breakfast staff. The rooms are quiet, super clean and amenities upmarket in many ways. Very comfortable large bed, water pressure and large rooms. The restaurant makes a great breakfast and has lunch & dinner. Professional staff, friendly and great value for money. Our new and only choice for JHB travel. We'll done

    What could be improved: Nothing

  • Lovely friendly staff and gorgeous room with super comfy bed. – Karen from United Kingdom – August 27, 2025 (10/10)

    Perfect hotel for short overnight stay in Johannesburg and great value for a lovely room.

    What could be improved: Nothing

  • Wonderful – Caren from Belgium – August 26, 2025 (9/10)

    Great breakfast, nice rooms

    What could be improved: Rooftop was a little disappointing

  • Great place to stop by in Joburg – Narayana from Australia – August 26, 2025 (9/10)

    The hotel was very comfortable with good facilities and comfortable beds
    The breakfast was excellent with the option of freshly squeezed juices and eggs, oats as requested. We also had dinner with soup, pizza and pasta and the quality was very good. The staff were very helpful and cheerful
    The staff at the front desk were very helpful and organised taxis / uber for airport, sightseeing and the Sandton mall
    We stayed here on the way into and out of South Africa

    What could be improved: We could not go walking around the area near the hotel as it was not advised due to petty crime like phone snatching. Of course this is not in this area only but across the town (no fault of the hotel!)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Zoo Lake: 1.7 km
  • City Park: 3.9 km
  • Maria Mariotti: 4.3 km
  • Johannesburg Zoo: 2.2 km
  • Acrobranch Melrose: 2.8 km
  • JL de Villiers Park: 4.7 km
  • Hillbrow Telkom Tower: 4.7 km
  • Sir Lionel Philips Park: 4.1 km
  • Nelson Mandela Foundation: 2.3 km
  • Parkhurst Recreation Centre: 4.2 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Sandwich Baron: 200 m
  • Restaurant Debonairs Pizza: 400 m
  • Cafe/Bar The Business Exchange: 500 m

Top attractions:

  • Delta Park: 6 km
  • Rhodes Park: 9 km
  • Gandhi Square: 7 km
  • Carlton Centre: 7 km
  • Apartheid Museum: 12 km
  • Constitution Hill: 5 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bridge: 5 km
  • James Hall Museum of Transport: 10 km
  • Johannesburg Botanical Gardens: 5 km
  • Melville Koppies Nature Reserve: 6 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Lake Zoo Lake: 2.1 km

Public transit:

  • Train Rosebank: 1 km
  • Subway Gautrain Park Station: 6 km
  • Train Gautrain Rosebank Station: 900 m

Closest Airports:

  • Rand Airport: 23 km
  • Grand Central Airport: 22 km
  • O.R. Tambo International Airport: 24 km

Facilities

Spa:

  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Fitness center

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)

General:

  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Kitchen:

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Activities:

  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Walking tours Additional charge
  • Game drives Additional charge
  • Hiking Additional charge Off-site

Living Area:

  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages Spoken:

  • Afrikaans
  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu

Cleaning Services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Suit press
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Business Facilities:

  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Business center Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Room service

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool is on rooftop
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Parking Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).:

  • Accessible parking

Other for your stay:

  • City view
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House Rules at Home Suite Hotels Rosebank

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.

Check-in:

  • From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
  • Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

Check-out:

  • From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.6

Comfort:

9.7

Location:

9.4

Free Wifi:

9.1

Facilities:

9.5

Cleanliness:

9.8

Value for money:

9.5