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Sanctuary Mandela

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Luxury
VIP Access
1.401298464324817E-45 star property
10

Exceptional

Serene escape near Johannesburg Zoo

Surrounded by lush gardens and an art gallery, Sanctuary Mandela offers a serene escape near Johannesburg Zoo. Indulge in spa treatments, savor gourmet meals at Insights, and unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AED 702
AED 808 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 January 2026

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Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Presidential Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Presidential Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 41 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Killarney Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Nelson Mandela Foundation - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rosebank Mall - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Houghton Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Schwarma Co - ‬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 sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture, a front-desk safe, and 2 meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at Sanctuary Mandela boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Other 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/closets, 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 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

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
  • 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

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2021
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

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

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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

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 pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette 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.

Is Sanctuary Mandela pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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?

Check-out 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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