The Raphael Penthouse Suites, Johannesburg - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

South Tower, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2146

The Raphael Penthouse Suites, a 5-star luxury guesthouse in Sandton, South Africa's leading business hub, features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, and bar. The property, one of the most talked-about buildings for fifty years, provides a roundtrip airport shuttle, terrace, and on-site shopping mall.

Fully-Equipped Luxury Suites

All 60 rooms at The Raphael Penthouse Suites offer 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces. Each accommodation includes kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas, plus bathrooms with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and slippers.

Executive Chef Dining

The on-site restaurant features Executive Chef Atma leading the culinary team.

Wellness and Recreation

The Raphael provides a sauna, steam room, and fitness center. Nearby activities include golfing at The Wanderers Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club.

Central Sandton Location

Located 0.5 miles from Sandton Convention Center, 0.5 miles from Sandton City Mall and Central Park. Nelson Mandela Square offers shopping opportunities, while Alexander Theatre provides entertainment options.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Suite

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2 persons

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Johannesburg 10.8 km

Airports

O.R. Tambo International (JNB) 22.9 km

Rand (QRA) 28.6 km

Train

Gautrain Sandton Station300 m

Ellis Park Railway Station 10.2 km

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Multilingual staff

Sports & Fitness

Fitness studio

Services

Free shuttle service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Shops/Commercial services
Newspaper service
Bell staff/Porter

Dining

Snack bar
Coffee/Tea in lobby
Free breakfast

Children

Paid babysitting/ Child services

Facilities for people with disabilities

Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sauna
Steam room

Room features

Terrace

Location

South Tower, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2146

Map view

South Tower, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2146

City landmarks

Square

Nelson Mandela Square

770 m

Mall

Sandton City Shopping Centre

810 m

Park

Sandton Market @ The Park

1.1 km

2 Gwen Lane

Sandton City Mall

650 m

Night club

Taboo Night Club

710 m

69 Melville Road

Summer Place

1.7 km

5th St

Sandton Central Park

730 m

Mall

Atholl Square Shopping Centre

1.1 km

Grayston Dr & Benmore Rd Benmore Gardens

Benmore Gardens Shopping Centre

850 m

Stadium

Bidvest Wanderers Stadium

2.8 km

Daisy Street

Mushroom Park

1.4 km

Stadium

The Wanderers Golf Club

2.8 km

Garden

Gardens of St Christopher

2.2 km

11 Holt St W

George Lea Park

2.2 km

Katherine St & Grayston dr

Innesfree Park

2.2 km

Upper Park Road near Jan Smuts

Johannesburg Zoo

2.7 km

Shopping Area

Hyde Park Corner

2.8 km

Shop 3c

In Toto Gallery

2.3 km

Mall

Morningside Shopping Centre

2.9 km

Tweelopies Road Junction

Railway Museum

2.7 km

Shop UM25

Cherie de Villiers Gallery

2.8 km

25 Christopherson St

Beechwood Gardens

3.0 km

72 St Andrew St

MalaMala Game Reserve

3.3 km

Braamfontein Spruit Trail

3.4 km

Edgewood Avenue & Melrose St

James & Ethel Gray Park

3.7 km

James and Ethel Grey Park,

Acrobranch Melrose

3.7 km

Cradock Ave Rosebank

African Craft Market of Rosebank

4.4 km

Gallery

Everard Read

4.3 km

Nearby

Convention Centre

Sandton Convention Center

280 m

Mall

Sandton City South Africa

10 m

Restaurants

Trumps Grillhouse and Butchery

800 m

Maude Street - Shop 11

Pigalle

130 m

Maude Street

Pappas On The Square

800 m

Nelson Mandela Square

Wangthai Restaurant

800 m

Nelson Mandela Bridge Shop 120 1st Floor

Piccolo Mondo

800 m

135 West Street Nelson Mandela Square

L'opulence

90 m

Maude Street

Cilantros

800 m

Nelson Mandela Square Corner Maude & 5th Streets

Wang Thai

800 m

Sandton Square

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

66%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

6.6/10

Nice

Rooms

7.6

Location

9.6

Service

8.2

Dining

7.6

Logan

United Kingdom, March 2025

7.4/10

My stay at The Raphael Penthouse Suites was truly amazing, especially with the amazing views above Sandton City. however, I was surprised to find that my room did not provide the standard coffee and tea amenities that I expected.

Rooms

7.0

The views from the room were stunning, perched above Sandton City, but I would have appreciated having tea and coffee available.

Service

8.0

The staff at Raphael were incredibly considerate and efficient, making sure all my needs were met. although there were some minor disputes over charges that needed clarification.

Location

9.0

I couldn't have asked for a better location. being right above Sandton City made it so convenient for shopping and dining.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were varied, and I particularly enjoyed the seafood dishes. they really highlighted the culinary excellence of the area.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were comprehensive, including services like dry cleaning and a free shuttle. though I didn't utilize all of them during my stay.

Adrian

United Kingdom, February 2025

7.0/10

My stay at The Raphael Penthouse Suites was a blend of stunning views and prime location, though I expected a bit more in terms of in-room amenities. The amazing view of Sandton City from my room truly made my experience nice. However, I found the lack of coffee and tea provisions a bit surprising for such a luxurious suite.

Rooms

8.0

The room was amazing and offered a stunning view above Sandton City, right at Mandela Square.

Service

9.0

The staff were very considerate and efficient, ensuring that my needs were met throughout my stay.

Location

10.0

I couldn't have asked for a better location; being right above Sandton City was incredibly convenient.

Dining

7.0

While there were dining options available, I didn't get a chance to try the traditional shabu-shabu during my stay.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered excellent facilities like dry cleaning, laundry services, and a free shuttle, adding to the comfort of my stay.

Julia

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.8/10

My stay at The Raphael Penthouse Suites was quite enjoyable, with amazing views over Sandton City and considerate service from the staff. However, I was surprised to find no coffee or tea facilities in my room, which felt like a miss for a place of this quality.

Rooms

8.0

The room was spacious and offered stunning views, but the absence of coffee and tea was unexpected.

Service

8.0

The staff were very considerate and efficient, handling my requests promptly, though there were a few minor disputes over services.

Location

10.0

Located right above Sandton City, it couldn't be more convenient for shopping and dining.

Dining

8.0

I enjoyed some fresh sandwiches during my stay from the dining options available, which were good.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel offered a range of facilities like dry cleaning and a free shuttle service, which enhanced my experience.

Leo

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.0/10

My stay at The Raphael Penthouse Suites was mostly enjoyable, with a amazing view right above Sandton City. However, I was disappointed that my suite didn't include the expected coffee and tea amenities, which I found lacking. Overall, the location was ideal for exploring the area, but a few service aspects could be refined to enhance the experience.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were amazing and offered a stunning view of the surroundings, especially overlooking Sandton City. However, the absence of coffee and tea was a letdown.

Service

7.0

The staff was very considerate and efficient, handling my requests with great care. That said, there were times when I felt some services could use improvement.

Location

9.0

I couldn't have asked for a better location; being just above Sandton City made it easy to access everything I needed.

Dining

7.0

Dining options included a range of meat and fish dishes, although I expected a bit more variety in the offerings.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered several convenient facilities like dry cleaning, laundry, and a free shuttle service that made my stay easier.

Rosie

United Kingdom, November 2024

6.0/10

My stay at The Raphael Penthouse Suites was mostly enjoyable, featuring amazing views and considerate service, but I was disappointed that the rooms lacked the expected coffee and tea amenities.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious and beautifully designed, yet I was surprised to find there was no coffee and tea available, which is a standard expectation for such a high-end hotel.

Service

9.0

The staff were very considerate and efficient throughout my stay, making me feel well cared for.

Location

10.0

I couldn't have asked for a better location, as The Raphael is right above Sandton City, making it incredibly convenient for shopping and dining.

Dining

8.0

I had enjoyable seafood dining options around, which added to the overall experience, but dining could have been more diverse.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered a range of facilities, including dry cleaning and a free shuttle service, which I appreciated during my stay.