Claires of Sandton

4.0 star property
Family-friendly guesthouse with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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42 8th Street, Sandton, Gauteng, 2196
  • Place, Sandton City Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandton Convention Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Nelson Mandela Square
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Luxury 1

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Extra Luxury Downstairs

  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Extra Luxury Upstairs

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Ultra Luxury Upstairs

  • 366 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Extra Luxury 2 Upstairs

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Extra Luxury 3 Upstairs

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Luxury 2

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

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Located in Sandton, Claires of Sandton is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Sandton Convention Centre and Nelson Mandela Square. This 8-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Sandton City Mall - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Sandton Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Morningside Mediclinic - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 9 min drive
  • Rosebank Station - 16 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Good Food Studio @ Pick n Pay on Nicol - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Gin Eatery 011 Sandton Gate By The Baron - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Beirut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Obento Ramen Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Claires of Sandton

Family-friendly guesthouse with free breakfast and a seasonal outdoor pool
Claires of Sandton features an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 590 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this family-friendly guesthouse include a seasonal outdoor pool, coffee/tea in a common area, and a computer station.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and minibars.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2010
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 3 kids stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 295.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 210.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 590 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 210.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 295.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: noon
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the shuttle service to and from the airport (available 24 hours) or the train station (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from September to May.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Claires Sandton
Claires Sandton House
Claires Sandton House Johannesburg
Claires Sandton Johannesburg
Claires Of Sandton Greater Johannesburg
Claires Sandton Guesthouse
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Claires of Sandton Sandton
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Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around Claires of Sandton?

This guesthouse is situated in Sandton, close to Sandton City Mall, Nelson Mandela Square, and Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. You'll also find Rosebank Mall and Wanderers Stadium within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Claires of Sandton?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Claires of Sandton feature a casino at the property?

No, Claires of Sandton doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Claires of Sandton?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from September until May.

Is Claires of Sandton a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this guesthouse include a minibar, premium bedding, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Claires of Sandton?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Claires of Sandton have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Claires of Sandton serves free full breakfasts on weekday mornings from its snack bar.

Will Claires of Sandton allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Claires of Sandton.

Does Claires of Sandton have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Claires of Sandton?

The closest major airport to Claires of Sandton is O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), which is 20.5 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), which is located 16 mi away (43-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Claires of Sandton?

No, at Claires of Sandton, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.