Raphael Penthouse Suites

5.0 star property
Luxury guesthouse with free valet parking connected to the convention center in Johannesburg

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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South Wing Nelson Mandela Squ Fifth St, Sandton, Gauteng, 2196
  • Sandton Convention Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sandton City Mall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Nelson Mandela Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Room options

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 King Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Johannesburg

Located in Sandton, Raphael Penthouse Suites is adjacent to Nelson Mandela Square and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Sandton City Mall. This 5-star guesthouse has 60 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free valet parking. It's connected to the convention center in central Johannesburg and also close to Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Rosebank Mall.

What's nearby

  • Sandton Convention Centre - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Sandton City Mall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Rosebank Mall - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 7 min walk
  • Rosebank Station - 14 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trumps Grillhouse and Butchery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pappas On The Square - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪tashas Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe Johannesburg - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Butcher Shop & Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Raphael Penthouse Suites

Luxury guesthouse with free valet parking connected to the convention center in Johannesburg
Guests of Raphael Penthouse Suites have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and a sauna. Free valet and self parking are available, or if you're not driving, take the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 1090 per person one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this luxury guesthouse include free WiFi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area, and free newspapers.
TVs come with satellite channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include kitchens, washers/dryers, and dining areas.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

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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 (surcharge)
  • Free 24-hour train station pick-up shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 80 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Sauna
  • Shopping mall
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • DVD player
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Pay movies
  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 for adults and ZAR 80 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1090 per person (one-way)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-6 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Raphael Penthouse Suites?

Raphael Penthouse Suites offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Raphael Penthouse Suites?

As of Sep 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Raphael Penthouse Suites on Oct 2, 2025 start from $200.54, 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.

What's there to see close to Raphael Penthouse Suites?

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

Is parking available on site at Raphael Penthouse Suites?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the guesthouse.

Is there a spa at Raphael Penthouse Suites?

Spa services at the guesthouse include couples treatments.

Does Raphael Penthouse Suites include a casino on the premises?

No, Raphael Penthouse Suites doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Raphael Penthouse Suites?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Raphael Penthouse Suites good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this boutique guesthouse include a kitchen, a separate bath and shower, and bathrobes.

Does Raphael Penthouse Suites have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this guesthouse.

Does Raphael Penthouse Suites feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Raphael Penthouse Suites offers a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Raphael Penthouse Suites allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Raphael Penthouse Suites.

Are there connecting rooms at Raphael Penthouse Suites?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

How close is the airport from Raphael Penthouse Suites?

The closest major airport to Raphael Penthouse Suites is O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), which is 22.8 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), which is around 14.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Raphael Penthouse Suites?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer either a furnished balcony or a furnished patio where guests can enjoy city or courtyard views.