17 Riepen Avenue, Sandton, 2196 Johannesburg, South Africa
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Sandhurst Gate Sandton Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Sandhurst Gate Sandton, you immediately get that feeling of being somewhere special without the stuffiness that sometimes comes with upscale places. This four-star property sits right in the heart of Sandton, and honestly, the location alone makes it worth considering. The lobby has this warm, contemporary feel — not trying too hard to impress, but clearly well-maintained and thoughtfully designed. The attention to detail throughout the property reflects a commitment to guest comfort and satisfaction.

Location & Getting Around

Here’s what I love about staying here — you’re basically in Sandton’s sweet spot. The Gautrain station is close enough that you don’t need to stress about airport transfers, and if you’re here for business, most of the major corporate offices are within walking distance. Couples are rating the location a perfect 10, which tells you something about its appeal. The parking situation is actually refreshing too — free private spots on-site, which anyone who’s dealt with Johannesburg’s parking nightmare will appreciate. This accessibility makes the hotel an ideal base for both leisure and business travelers exploring the area.

The Room Experience

The room I stayed in was spacious and well-appointed, with those floor-to-ceiling windows that let in plenty of natural light. You know what struck me? The attention to detail in the furnishings — everything felt coordinated without being overly matchy. The bed was genuinely comfortable (not just hotel marketing speak), and the bathroom had that modern, clean aesthetic that makes you feel like you’re getting good value. The air conditioning works properly too, which isn’t always a given in South Africa. Each element has been carefully selected to enhance your stay.

Dining & Amenities

The on-site restaurant serves solid food — nothing groundbreaking, but well-executed dishes that hit the spot after a long day. What I appreciated was the variety on the menu and the fact that service was consistently attentive without being hovering. The hotel also has meeting facilities if you need them, and the staff genuinely seems to know what they’re doing when it comes to business traveler needs. The combination of dining options and conference spaces makes this property particularly suitable for corporate guests.

Why Guests Love It

With an 8.2 rating, this place clearly gets the fundamentals right. It’s that rare combination of professional service, prime location, and reasonable rates that makes sense for both business trips and romantic getaways. The fact that recent guests rated the location 9.1 speaks volumes — in a city like Johannesburg where location can make or break your experience, being this well-positioned in Sandton is huge. You’re not dealing with the hassle of long commutes or unsafe areas, and there’s something to be said for that peace of mind when you’re traveling. This hotel delivers on its promise of quality accommodation in an excellent location.

Exploring Johannesburg blends gold rush heritage, rooftop markets, and wild game drives within an hour.

Sandhurst Gate Sandton Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
One-Bedroom Apartment1 queen bed for Max. people: 2$46
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Reviews of Sandhurst Gate Sandton

  • Could have been better if it wasn’t for the bed – Tebogo from South Africa – December 16, 2024 (6/10)

    Location
    Wifi
    Smart TV

    What could be improved: The Bed. It was unbearable hard. Had to sleep on the couch the entire stay

  • Exceptional – Nduduzo from South Africa – December 16, 2024 (10/10)

  • Very good – Sibusiso from South Africa – December 9, 2024 (8/10)

    The spacious setting, availability of kitchen sets, cleaning equipment and comfortability.

    What could be improved: The dishes weren't as clean

  • Very Good – Bahle from South Africa – November 28, 2024 (8/10)

  • Wonderful – Paballo from South Africa – November 10, 2024 (9/10)

  • Very Good – Sunday from Nigeria – October 5, 2024 (8/10)

    Simplicity

    What could be improved: Nil

  • Horrible – Wandile from South Africa – September 12, 2024 (3/10)

    NOTHING!!!

    What could be improved: There is no washing maching as it is on the picture, the aprtment is upstairs . the Host expects you to clean for yourself when you leave yet checkout time is 10:00 meaning you must wake up early to clean. The host was rude to my fiance just because he(the host) did not tell us where to leave the key when we leave so we did not know what to do , we asked the security he said we should give it to the complex manager so we did that , he later called and sid we should have called him in avery rude manner he was litterally shouting , i dont beleive that it is our duty to call as we tried texting and he did not respond and had he told us what to do from the beggining we wouldnt have gone and asked security waht to do. oh and the taps in the bathroom do not work properly i opened the tap and water came from the shower which is facing sideways and made the floor wet and there is no soap. we couldnt watch TV because DSTV stream was not working and we are not movies people so we dont use Netfix and Prime TV. I wouldnt recommend anyone to book there

  • great… wish i could have stayed longer – Teressa from South Africa – June 4, 2024 (8/10)

    its self catering … the Nespresso was great

    What could be improved: the advert had a washing machine… but the unit did not have one
    otherwise, the unit is very well stocked with everything

  • Miejsce bardzo komfortowe, wygodne, dzielnica bezpieczna. – Glodek from Poland – May 30, 2024 (10/10)

    Pełne wyposażenie kuchni. Wspaniałe kieliszki do Wina

    What could be improved: Przydałby się mały grzejnik

  • Exceptional – Bernelee from Namibia – May 18, 2024 (10/10)

    Very clean and spacious.
    Fully Equipped felt at home.
    WiFi works perfectly well.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • City Park: 3.1 km
  • Delta Park: 3.4 km
  • Bordeaux Park: 3.5 km
  • George Lea Park: 2.5 km
  • Mushroom Farm Park: 4.8 km
  • Delta Park Scout Ground: 3.3 km
  • Innesfree Park, Sandton: 4.9 km
  • Delta Park-West Entrance: 4 km
  • Parkhurst Recreation Centre: 4.2 km
  • Field & Study Recreation Centre: 3.2 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Qunu Restaurant: 1.6 km
  • Restaurant Fresh Fine Foods: 900 m
  • Restaurant Possums on Burnside: 1.3 km

Top attractions:

  • Rhodes Park: 16 km
  • Gandhi Square: 12 km
  • Carlton Centre: 12 km
  • Apartheid Museum: 18 km
  • Constitution Hill: 11 km
  • Nelson Mandela Bridge: 11 km
  • Rietfontein Nature Reserve: 11 km
  • James Hall Museum of Transport: 16 km
  • Johannesburg Botanical Gardens: 7 km
  • Melville Koppies Nature Reserve: 8 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Lake Zoo Lake: 6 km

Public transit:

  • Train Rosebank: 5 km
  • Subway Gautrain Park Station: 11 km
  • Train Gautrain Sandton Station: 4 km

Closest Airports:

  • Rand Airport: 32 km
  • Grand Central Airport: 21 km
  • Lanseria International Airport: 25 km

Facilities

Shops:

  • Hair/Beauty salon

Kitchen:

  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathtub

Outdoors:

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Miscellaneous:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • Garden view

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages Spoken:

  • English

Cleaning Services:

  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Safety & security:

  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security

Media & Technology:

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

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Balcony
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wifi
  • Bathtub
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine

Outdoor swimming pool Free!:

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome

Other for your stay:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
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House Rules at Sandhurst Gate Sandton

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • Available 24 hours

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:

8.7

Comfort:

8.8

Location:

9.1

Facilities:

8.4

Cleanliness:

7.9

Value for money:

8.4