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Sanctuary Mandela

Hotel with free breakfast, a quick walk to Nelson Mandela Foundation

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Interior
Property entrance
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds
Bar (on property)
Travelers find a tranquil escape at Sanctuary Mandela, staying connected to Johannesburg's energy. Near Rosebank Mall and the Nelson Mandela Foundation, guests can relax in the garden, cool off in the pool, or book a massage. Insights restaurant serves local cuisine.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is RM960
RM1,103 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct

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Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Presidential Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Blackout curtains
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
4 13th Avenue,, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2198

What's nearby

  • Rosebank Mall - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Johannesburg Zoo - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 8 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Rosebank Station - 7 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 13 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Schwarma Co - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tortellino D'Oro - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KAUAI - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sanctuary Mandela

Hotel near Johannesburg Zoo
Located close to Nelson Mandela Foundation and Rosebank Mall, Sanctuary Mandela provides free full breakfast, an art gallery on-site and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant, Insights, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front desk safe and concierge services
  • A lift, multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Sanctuary Mandela have comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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

Restaurants on site

  • Dalibhunga
  • Insights

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 86 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift (80 centimetre wide door)
  • 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 lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 975 per person (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to 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

Does Sanctuary Mandela have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sanctuary Mandela?

As of 14 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sanctuary Mandela on 17 Oct 2025 start from RM 959.51, 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.

Is Sanctuary Mandela pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sanctuary Mandela?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sanctuary Mandela?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sanctuary Mandela?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Sanctuary Mandela provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 975 per person applies.

Where is Sanctuary Mandela located?

Located in Houghton Estate, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Nelson Mandela Foundation, Johannesburg Zoo and Rosebank Mall. Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and University of Witwatersrand are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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