10/10 Excellent
Michelle B, Douglasville
Traveled with partner
Jul 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Michelle B
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Sanctuary Mandela
Hotel near Nelson Mandela Foundation in Johannesburg
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Bar
- Pool
- 24/7 front desk
- Breakfast included
- Spa
- Room service
Explore the area
4 13th Avenue,, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2198
- Rosebank MallPlace, Rosebank Mall2 min drive
- Melrose Arch Shopping CentrePlace, Melrose Arch Shopping Centre3 min drive
- Sandton City MallPlace, Sandton City Mall8 min drive
- Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)19 min drive
Room options
View all photos for Deluxe Studio
Deluxe Studio
- 323 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Double Bed
View all photos for Presidential Room
Presidential Room
- 538 sq ft
- 1 bedroom
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
- 377 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed
Luxury Room, 1 King Bed
- 441 sq ft
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
Johannesburg
Houghton Estate stay.With a stay at this Houghton Estate hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nelson Mandela Foundation and 2 miles (3 km) of Johannesburg Zoo. Rosebank Mall and Melrose Arch Shopping Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).
What's nearby
- Rosebank Mall - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
- Johannesburg Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.7 miles
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
- Nelson Mandela Square - 7 min drive - 4.6 miles
- Sandton City Mall - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
Getting around
- Rosebank Station - 7 min drive
- Johannesburg Sandton Station - 13 min drive
- O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
- The Schwarma Co - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Wimpy - 2 min drive
- KAUAI - 12 min walk
- Tortellino D'Oro - 14 min walk
About this property
Sanctuary Mandela
Hotel near Nelson Mandela Foundation in Johannesburg
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.
Event space at this hotel measures 86 square feet (8 square meters) and includes conference space. An outdoor pool, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Sanctuary Mandela. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Johannesburg hotel.
- 9 guestrooms or units
- Meeting rooms
- 86 sq ft of conference space
- 8 sq m of conference space
- Built in 2021
- Full breakfast (free)
- Poolside lounge chairs
- Conference space
- Dry cleaning
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Staff is multilingual
- Front-desk safe
- Tour and ticket information
- Concierge
- Garden
- Bellhop
- Elevator
- Smoking in designated areas
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
Sanctuary Mandela offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and hydromassage showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.
This Johannesburg hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, printers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- Outdoor pool
- Soundproofed rooms
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
- Free secured self parking on site
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
- Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
- A bar/lounge
- A restaurant
- Couples/private dining
Things to do
- Art gallery
- Outdoor pool
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 1 accessible parking space
- Area rugs in public areas
- Elevator (32 inch wide door)
- Front entrance ramp
- Hand-held showerhead
- Height-adjustable showerhead
- High-pile carpet in room
- Magnifying mirror
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Tile flooring in room
- Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 42-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
- Netflix
- Streaming services
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Egyptian cotton sheets
- Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Deep soaking bathtub
- Designer toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Hydromassage showerhead
- Private bathroom
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Shampoo
- Slippers
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
- Towels provided
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free bottled water
- Limited room service
- Restaurant dining guides
More
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Electrical adapters
- Iron/ironing board on request
- Laptop workspace
- Mobile key entry
- Phone
- Printer
- Safe
- Soundproofed rooms
- Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 975 per person (one-way)
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
We should mention
- Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Sanctuary Mandela Hotel
Sanctuary Mandela Johannesburg
Sanctuary Mandela Hotel Johannesburg
Frequently asked questions
How close is Sanctuary Mandela to the airport?
Sanctuary Mandela is 14 mi (28-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sanctuary Mandela?
As of Oct 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sanctuary Mandela on Oct 18, 2025 start from $215.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Sanctuary Mandela have an airport shuttle?
Sanctuary Mandela offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 975 per person, one-way.
Does Sanctuary Mandela offer free breakfast?
Sanctuary Mandela offers free full breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Sanctuary Mandela?
No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Gold Reef City Casino (11-min drive) and Montecasino (17-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Sanctuary Mandela?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at Sanctuary Mandela?
This hotel offers free self parking.
Does Sanctuary Mandela have a pool?
Sanctuary Mandela features an outdoor pool.
Does Sanctuary Mandela have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Does Sanctuary Mandela have a spa?
This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.
How close is Sanctuary Mandela to downtown Johannesburg?
Sanctuary Mandela is 3.6 mi away from Johannesburg.
Sanctuary Mandela Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.4/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Janeen
Traveled with family
Sep 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impeccable Service by staff & Guest Relations. Top notch Restaurant. Exceptional breakfasts with your stay. Dinner cuisines & Cultural Experiences! History, wines & food ! Top Notch!
Options are very plentiful , insanely delicious. Foods that soothes the soul . The ambience of the Boutique hotel is just simply Amazing! I will definitely come back Beds are super comfy. You will definitely get a goodnight nights rest . Housekeeping Superb !! Welcome drinks w/ a South African greeting is something one must witness. Attentiveness is on another Level of making sure their guest are treated with the upmost respect. I felt like the Queen that I am ! That’s what you will get coming back home . Thanks You Everyone for making my Gmom & my Birthday a very special & blessed day. Thank you Linda ! We love you 🇺🇸 If you don’t stay here, you can still visit the Restaurant with a reservation. Best dining experience!!!
Janeen
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patrick
Jun 26, 2024
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Beautiful property with excellent and attentive staff. Great breakfast and really tasty lunch. I highly recommend!
Patrick
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Francesca
Nov 24, 2023
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My room was spacious, spotless, and spectacular. I'd corresponded with Tumi, the manager, prior to my visit. She was warm and welcoming as was the woman at the front desk who greeted me when I arrived.
The breakfast, which is included, is a la carte. I ordered several things, thinking the portions would be small. They were not. Everything was delicious (yogurt and fruit, eggs benedict) and the coffee (I take it black, no cream or sugar) was super.
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
AMY
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AMY
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peter
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
SERGIO
Dec 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel and the staff are amazing! We felt at home all the time, they take care of every little detail, cant recommend it enough
SERGIO
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024