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GARDEN COURT SANDTON CITY JOHANNESBURG, Johannesburg – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Corner Of Maude And West Streets, Sandton,
Johannesburg,
South Africa,
2196,
Gauteng
Rooms & Amenities
Garden Court Sandton City offers 444 en-suite rooms with air-conditioning, uncapped WiFi, and DStv. Choose between queen or two double beds, with city or garden views. Each room includes an electronic safe, tea and coffee facilities, and a workspace. Family rooms accommodate two children under 18 for free.
Dining Options
The Garden Grill serves a daily buffet breakfast. Riffs Bar & Grill offers a gourmet pub-style menu, including burgers, steaks, ribs, and fish and chips. Drinks range from house wines to classic cocktails. In-room dining is available for 18 hours.
Leisure & Relaxation
The hotel features an outdoor pool, a garden, and a fitness center with Technogym equipment. Guests can unwind on sun loungers or stroll through the garden. Two meeting rooms accommodate up to 16 delegates for conferences or workshops.
Location & Transport
The hotel is a 2-minute walk from Sandton Convention Centre and Nelson Mandela Square. A complimentary shuttle runs to Sandton Gautrain Station from 06:00 to 20:00. Nearby attractions include Sandton City Shopping Centre and the Apartheid Museum, both less than an hour’s drive away.
Guest Services
Services include a luggage porter, 18-hour room service, and free WiFi. The hotel has backup power for load shedding. Two kids under 18 stay free when sharing with adults. Laundry facilities and express check-out are available.
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Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Wi-Fi
Parking
ZAR 65 per day
Baggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Currency exchange
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness center
Golf course
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Paid shuttle service
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Special diet menus
Business
Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cribs
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Garden area
Pool with view
Shallow end
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
Corner Of Maude And West Streets, Sandton,
Johannesburg,
South Africa,
2196,
Gauteng
Map view
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Corner Of Maude And West Streets, Sandton,
Johannesburg,
South Africa,
2196,
Gauteng
City landmarks
Square
Nelson Mandela Square
2800 ft
Mall
Sandton City Shopping Centre
3400 ft
Night club
Taboo Night Club
2100 ft
Parks
Sandton Market @ The Park
5300 ft
Mall
Atholl Square Shopping Centre
3500 ft
5th St
Sandton Central Park
2400 ft
Grayston Dr & Benmore Rd Benmore Gardens
Benmore Gardens Shopping Centre
2300 ft
69 Melville Road
Summer Place
1.2
mi
Daisy Street
Mushroom Park
3900 ft
2 Gwen Lane
Sandton City Mall
5300 ft
Stadiums
Wanderers Stadium
1.9
mi
11 Holt St W
George Lea Park
1.3
mi
Katherine St & Grayston dr
Innesfree Park
1.3
mi
Stadiums
The Wanderers Golf Club
1.9
mi
Garden
Gardens of St Christopher
1.7
mi
Upper Park Road near Jan Smuts
Johannesburg Zoo
1.8
mi
Mall
Morningside Shopping Centre
1.6
mi
Shopping Area
Hyde Park Corner
1.9
mi
Shop 3c
In Toto Gallery
1.6
mi
Tweelopies Road Junction
Railway Museum
1.8
mi
Shop UM25
Cherie de Villiers Gallery
1.9
mi
25 Christopherson St
Beechwood Gardens
2.0
mi
Braamfontein Spruit Trail
2.2
mi
72 St Andrew St
MalaMala Game Reserve
2.2
mi
Edgewood Avenue & Melrose St
James & Ethel Gray Park
2.4
mi
Alexandra
Alexandra
2.6
mi
James and Ethel Grey Park,
Acrobranch Melrose
2.5
mi
Cradock Ave Rosebank
African Craft Market of Rosebank
2.9
mi
Nearby
Convention Center
Sandton Convention Center
600 ft
Mall
Sandton City South Africa
1500 ft
Restaurants
Popeye's
1300 ft
163 5th Street Sandton City Mall
Fishaways
2000 ft
Banking Mall Atrium on 5th 83 Rivonia Rd
vida e caffe
2300 ft
Cnr Richards & Gallagher Roads Gallagher Road
The Panini Brothers
1900 ft
Shop 6
Food Lover's Market Rivonia Eatery
2200 ft
129 Rivonia Road Shop 09
Bootlegger
2200 ft
129 Rivonia Road The Marc
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
84%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Cleanliness
Great location
Limited amenities
Satisfactory dining
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
7.8
Location
8.9
Service
8.6
Dining
8.0
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 12 reviews
8.2
8.2/10 based on 8591 reviews
Arthur
United Kingdom,
February
2024
8.2/10
My stay at the hotel was delightful. The rooms were so welcoming and clean, with a great fresh scent that set the ambiance to perfection. The only downside was the lack of amenities like a mini fridge and microwave, but the cleanliness and the lovely shower made up for it. The breakfast was awesome, although having only one soap and one shower gel was a bit limiting.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were nice and clean, with a lovely shower, and the breakfast was awesome.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional. The staff were more than very helpful, warm, kind, and attentive. They truly made my stay enjoyable.
Location
9.0
The location was excellent, within walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the Gautrain station. It was perfect for both leisure and business travelers.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was satisfactory. I especially loved the omelettes made freshly to order. The juice options were limited, but overall, it was a good experience.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were convenient and well-maintained, offering everything I needed during my stay.
Cleanliness
Limited amenities
Howard
United States of America,
December
2023
8.4/10
The rooms offered a view towards the mall, albeit not particularly special, with the option to choose a garden view. They were spacious and impeccably clean. However, there was no fridge available in the rooms for storing drinks, and parking came at an additional cost. The poolside area was a bit small.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and super neat, offering views towards the mall or the garden.
Service
8.0
The service was superb, despite some initial missteps like an unexpected starter with the snails. Overall, the service made my stay enjoyable and secure.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a quiet area close to Nelson Mandela Square, making it convenient for both business travelers and families. The proximity to the square and Gautrain station adds to its great location, but encountering taxi cab drivers near the reception area could be off-putting.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was divine with excellent variety and a buffet spread that catered well to South African tastes, offering a fantastic start to the day.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers various facilities like room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and shuttle services. However, there were additional charges for some amenities such as parking.
James
United States of America,
November
2023
8.6/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean and neat, smelling fresh. Although the first room had some issues with the drawers opening unexpectedly, the staff quickly moved me to a new room. The service was top-notch, very accommodating, and friendly. The location was ideal for exploring the surroundings easily, and it felt safe. The dining experience was great with a good variety of foods. Overall, a good value for money stay.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, neat, and smelled fresh.
Service
9.0
The service was delivered at the highest level, very accommodating, and friendly.
Location
9.0
The location is great, allowing easy exploration of the surroundings.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was the best, with a good range of foods.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers a good variety of facilities for a comfortable stay.
George
United Kingdom,
October
2023
8.8/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel with nice rooms that allowed for fresh air and a smooth check-in process to get rooms on the same floor. The rooms were simple yet clean, providing a comfortable stay. The location was excellent for exploring the surrounding area, being close to Sandton City Mall and Nelson Mandela Square.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were simple yet clean.
Service
9.0
The service was top-notch, and the staff were very helpful during our stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was superb, allowing us easy access to explore the surroundings, especially being close to Sandton City Mall and Nelson Mandela Square.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent, with a good variety of food options and a fresh breakfast every morning.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offered great facilities that enhanced our overall stay experience.
Kevin
United States of America,
October
2023
8.0/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were nice and clean, although the noise from the front of the hotel disturbed my sleep. On the bright side, the room was equipped with a Nespresso machine, an Apple computer, and a fully stocked refrigerator. The staff was friendly, and the location was convenient, near the mall and attractions like Mandela Square and Sandton City.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were nice and clean, but the noise from the front of the hotel was disruptive during the night.
Service
9.0
The staff was helpful and friendly, making my stay enjoyable.
Location
8.0
The location was ideal for me, being near the mall and attractions like Mandela Square and Sandton City.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good with a variety of choices, making it satisfying.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.
Friendly staff
Noisy rooms
Ted
United States of America,
October
2023
7.8/10
The hotel had a strong deodorizer smell in the bathroom, but it was clean, tidy, and functional. Unfortunately, there was no air conditioning for two days, which was a downside.
Rooms
7.0
The room was clean and tidy, but the overpowering deodorizer smell was a bit much. Despite that, it was functional and served its purpose.
Service
7.0
The service was a mix of extremely friendly and professional interactions, but there were moments of staff talking behind my back in a language I didn't understand, which was unsettling.
Location
9.0
The location was incredible, especially for family trips, with easy access to the mall, Nelson Mandela Square, and excellent opportunities for walking to nearby attractions.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was generally good, with plenty of space available, but the cappuccino from the machine was bland. Breakfast starting time might not suit early risers with pickups before 6:30 am.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were overall satisfactory, offering a good experience during the stay.
Great location
Overpowering deodorizer smell
Colin
United States of America,
August
2023
8.2/10
The hotel had very neat and clean rooms, which were in good condition and well maintained. The service was excellent, with staff going the extra mile to meet guest needs, though there were instances of misinformation. The location was fantastic, right next to the Mandela mall and easily accessible to explore Johannesburg. The dining experience varied, with some delicious options alongside disappointing service. Overall, the facilities were convenient, making the stay pleasant and comfortable.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very neat and clean, and in good condition, ensuring a comfortable stay.
Service
8.0
The staff were very helpful in addressing guest needs and ensuring a comfortable stay, although there were isolated instances of misinformation provided.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was fantastic, right opposite the Mandela mall, facilitating easy exploration of Johannesburg.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a mix of delicious options alongside disappointing service at times.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities provided were convenient and met most needs for a pleasant stay at the hotel.
Thomas
United States of America,
July
2023
8.4/10
The hotel rooms are small but comfortable with all amenities, and the service is above expectations. The location is excellent, very close to many facilities. The dining experience is overall good, but with room for improvement in fruit variety. The hotel provides good value for the money.
Rooms
8.0
Despite being small, the rooms were clean and comfortable with all the amenities I needed. I particularly liked having non-South African plugs available.
Service
9.0
The service was very friendly and efficient. The complementary shuttle to the Gautrain station was a nice touch that made my stay more convenient.
Location
9.0
The location was superb, close to the Sandton Gautrain Station, Nelson Mandela Square, and a mall. It was central and convenient for accessing everything I needed during my stay.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good overall, with almost all breakfast varieties being superb. However, I found the fruit selection to be somewhat limited.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had all the necessary facilities to ensure a comfortable stay, making it a good choice for the price paid.
clean
limited space
Julie
United Kingdom,
June
2023
8.2/10
The hotel is ideally situated, very close to Nelson Mandela Square in a safe area, offering a free shuttle service to and from the Gautrain station. The rooms could benefit from some revamp, though they were clean overall. The service was attentive to all needs and requirements. The dining experience was of superb quality and variety. The facilities are well-maintained, providing a comfortable stay.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean, but could use some revamp.
Service
8.0
The service was exceptional from the doorman to the breakfast team. However, there was an incident of staff talking behind my back in a language I didn't understand which was uncomfortable.
Location
9.0
The location is excellent, being in the central hub of Sandton and close to great dining and shopping options. The hotel copes well with the area's busy environment.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was super excellent, especially for frequent stays. Although, I feel the breakfast could include more options for children. The pricing for meals was indeed on the higher side.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities at the hotel are top-notch, providing everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Martin
United Kingdom,
May
2023
8.6/10
The hotel is wonderfully located very close to Nelson Mandela Square in a safe area. The rooms are lovely, separated by doors, offering comfortable space to move around freely. The service went the extra mile to prepare a gluten-free breakfast daily but was slightly slow on room servicing. The dining experience was delicious with friendly staff. Overall, satisfied with the hotel at this price and location.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very comfy and lovely, separated by doors.
Service
9.0
The service was very helpful and centrally located with guarded parking.
Location
9.0
The location is excellent, very close to Nelson Mandela Square and in a safe area.
Dining
9.0
The dining was great, with a variety of delicious options and friendly staff.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were convenient and value for money.
John
United Kingdom,
April
2023
8.2/10
The hotel's location is excellent, right next to Nelson Mandela Square in the heart of Sandton. The rooms were clean and impressive, but lacking a necessary fridge for longer stays. The staff excelled at customer service, going the extra mile to assist guests. The dining experience offered good variety but could use a bit of improvement. Overall, a great stay with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and impressive, but it would've been better to have a fridge for longer stays.
Service
9.0
The staff was amazing friendly and provided excellent customer service, including after-hours room service.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in the heart of Sandton next to Nelson Mandela Square is great for both business and leisure travelers.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good with a wide variety to choose from, but could benefit from some improvements.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers traditional Marche products, which enhance the overall experience for guests.
George
United Kingdom,
April
2023
8.2/10
The hotel's location facing Mandela Square with all the shops, restaurants, and bars is a real plus. The rooms, though beautiful and comfortable for studying, could benefit from having a bar fridge. While the continuous noise from passing people might be a downside, the manageable room size was a positive experience.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were beautiful and comfortable, perfect for studying, but lacking a bar fridge.
Service
9.0
The service was professional with good communication skills and responsiveness to issues. The staff, from check-in to housekeeping, was very helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location facing Mandela Square is excellent for travelers, being close to Sandton City, the Gautrain station, and the Convention Centre. The convenience of nearby amenities and the train station provides great mobility.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good overall, but there was a lack of variety for halal foods. Despite this, the quality of the homemade dishes was consistently high.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers good facilities for guests to enjoy during their stay.
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