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Raphael Penthouse Suites
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8.7

Excellent

186 reviews

186 reviews

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9.4

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
Parking
FREE
Walkable places
Nelson Mandela Square
60 m
Sandton City Shopping Centre
170 m
Sandton Convention Centre
230 m
Sandton Square
250 m
Inanda Club
300 m
Popular landmarks
Johannesburg Zoo
2.6 km
Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
9.2 km
Maboneng Precinct
10.8 km
SAB World of Beer
10.9 km
South Western Townships
14.4 km
Closest landmarks
Sandton Library parking
220 m
Citibank SA
230 m
HSBC South Africa
380 m
Sasol
500 m
JSE Johannesburg Stock Exchange
640 m

Raphael Penthouse Suites

South Tower, Nelson Mandela Square, Fifth Street,, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2196 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Conveniently situated in the Sandton part of Johannesburg, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Apartheid Museum. Rated with 5 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to massage, restaurant and fitness center on-site.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Located in heart of Johannesburg

Front desk [24-hour]

Excellent room comfort & quality

Airport transfer

Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

Valet parking

Shuttle service

Fitness center

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Check-in/out [express]

Your dates are popular among travelersUsers are booking a place in Johannesburg every 4 minutes on Agoda.com
Value for money8.6
Distance to city center18.00 Km
Location rating9.4
Nearest airportO. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Distance to airport18.9 km

Rooms available at Raphael Penthouse Suites

Exceptional
Room comfort & quality

10

Two-Bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 115 m²/1238 ft²
  • Outdoor view
  • 1 double bed & 1 king bed
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Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 130 m²/1399 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 king bed & 1 queen bed
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Two-Bedroom Apartment Grand
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  • Room size: 148 m²/1593 ft²
  • Outdoor view
  • 1 queen bed & 1 king bed
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One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
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  • Room size: 68 m²/732 ft²
  • Courtyard view
  • 1 king bed
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Luxury One-Bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 108 m²/1163 ft²
  • Courtyard view
  • 1 king bed
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One-Bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 108 m²/1163 ft²
  • Outdoor view
  • 1 king bed
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2 Bedroom Executive Apartment
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  • City view
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 1 queen bed & 1 king bed
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Executive Apartment
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Non-smoking
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King Suite
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  • Room size: 120 m²/1292 ft²
  • Outdoor view
  • 4 sofa beds
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Two Bedroom Grand
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  • Room size: 148 m²/1593 ft²
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Frequently asked questions

What sort of non-water sports and outdoor activities are available at Raphael Penthouse Suites?

Raphael Penthouse Suites offers a diverse set of non-water sport and outdoor activities such as horse riding, golf course (within 3 km), and tennis courts for guests to enjoy while remaining here.

Does Raphael Penthouse Suites provide dry cleaning services?

Yes! Raphael Penthouse Suites offers dry cleaning service that is accessible all throughout your stay, making sure you're always looking your best in your favorite outfit. Please contact the property for more information.

When was Raphael Penthouse Suites built?

Raphael Penthouse Suites was built in 2005.

How many rooms does Raphael Penthouse Suites have?

Raphael Penthouse Suites has a total of 34 rooms.

What payment cards are supported at Raphael Penthouse Suites?

Raphael Penthouse Suites supports up to 5, with payment card options including Visa, American Express, and MasterCard.

What is the verified guest review consensus about Raphael Penthouse Suites's food?

100.0% of our past guest assessments have given an optimistic review and remarks about this property's food. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Raphael Penthouse Suites down in the review.

What is the typical rating that past Solo travelers' have given to Raphael Penthouse Suites?

Past solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given Raphael Penthouse Suites an average rating of 8.7. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the typical rating that verified Group travelers have given to Raphael Penthouse Suites?

Past group travelers that have stayed at this property have given Raphael Penthouse Suites an average rating of 8.0. You can look up more detailed customer assessments and responses by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the nearest train, metro, or bus station to Raphael Penthouse Suites?

The nearest train, metro, or bus station is Johannesburg Train Station, 10061.54 m away from Raphael Penthouse Suites.

What time is check-in and check-out at Raphael Penthouse Suites?

Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. You may inquire about early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Visitors checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee.

What is the closest airport to Raphael Penthouse Suites?

The closest airport to Raphael Penthouse Suites is Secunda Airport, 121.0 km away.

Is breakfast offered at Raphael Penthouse Suites?

Wake up to an excellent buffet breakfast at Raphael Penthouse Suites. Customers can enjoy breakfast offered with an additional charge of 157 ZAR for adults if not included in the room rate. You may save on breakfast costs with Agoda by booking a room with breakfast, which is usually included for less than buying it at the property.

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What people love about Raphael Penthouse Suites

  • 8.4

    Excellent
    Location

    "Great location and so convenient especially when traveling with kids"

    Binita

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    June 13, 2019

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Spaciousness

    "Suites large, comfy and have everything you can need."

    dennis

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    August 15, 2019

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Staff 

    "Very friendly and helpful staff."

    dennis

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    August 15, 2019

Property ranking|Compared to 2,226 Johannesburg properties
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Location score
9.4/10
Room comfort score
10/10
Value for money score
8.6/10
Service score
9.1/10
Better than
99
%
of Johannesburg properties
Better than
99
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of Johannesburg properties
Better than
97
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of Johannesburg properties
Better than
97
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of Johannesburg properties
Overall rating:

8.8

Excellent
21 reviews
Cleanliness
8.5
Facilities
8.3
Location
9.4
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More about Raphael Penthouse Suites

More about Raphael Penthouse Suites

Raphael Penthouse Suites

Enjoy all that Johannesburg has to offer with a stay at Raphael Penthouse Suites. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations.
All offerings provided by Raphael Penthouse Suites help to ensure a pleasant stay for all travelers. Free internet access provided within the hotel keeps you connected throughout your stay. Airport transfer services can be booked before your check-in date, to ensure a smooth and convenient arrival or departure. Car hire and shuttle services provided by the hotel make exploring Johannesburg even more convenient.
For guests arriving by car, parking is provided free of charge. Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. For longer stays or whenever you need it, the laundromat, dry cleaning service and laundry service keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available. Feel like doing nothing? Available services like 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your time at the Raphael Penthouse Suites.
For health reasons, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hotel. For guests who would like to smoke, the designated smoking areas are available.
A range of amenities is offered in guestrooms at Raphael Penthouse Suites. Enjoy your stay even more at the hotel, knowing that some selected rooms include linen service and air conditioning. Every stay is a new experience with various interesting room layout options at Raphael Penthouse Suites, including rooms with separate living room and balcony or terrace. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find television and cable TV available in some selected rooms.
Don't worry about being thirsty as a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar are provided in some guestrooms. Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hotel you'll find a hair dryer, toiletries and towels available in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Each morning you can start the day with a delicious in-house breakfast offered at Raphael Penthouse Suites. A number of great dining options at the hotel assures that you'll always have convenient and delicious choices.
A day in will be as fun as a day out with ranges of recreational activities offered at Raphael Penthouse Suites. A relaxing end to every day is possible with a visit to the massage, salon, steam room, spa and sauna. Don't forget to make a visit or two to the hotel's pool. Burn off you vacation calories with a quick visit to the hotel's fitness facility.
Beat the hot weather with cooling water activities like fishing. Available in-house recreation activities include horse riding. Challenge your travel group members or other guests to competitive fun, with the hotel's tennis court and bowling alley. Got someone special waiting for you back home? Then easily pick up a memorable gift at the shops and souvenir shops.


Reasons to stay here

Compared to the city's accommodation options, this hotel scored higher than 98% of them for food and dining.
Guests who stayed at this hotel have scored it higher than 99% of accommodations in the city.
According to guests who stayed here, this hotel's room comfort is rated higher than 99% of other accommodations in Johannesburg.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.3

Languages spoken
  • English
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Body scrub
  • Body wrap
  • Bowling alley
  • Fishing
  • Fitness center
  • Garden
  • Golf course [on-site]
  • Horseback riding
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa
  • Spa/sauna
  • Steamroom
  • Swimming pool [outdoor]
  • Tennis court
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Breakfast takeaway service
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Breakfast service
  • Restaurants
  • Room service [24-hour]
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Cash withdrawal
  • Concierge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Doorman
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Food delivery
  • Gift/souvenir shop
  • Grooming service
  • Heating in public area
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Laundromat
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Salon
  • Shops
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Terrace
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Babysitting service
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
Land sports
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Exterior corridor
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Airport transfer
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Rental car
  • Shuttle service
  • Valet parking
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathtub
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
  • Clothes dryer
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Complimentary tea
  • Desk
  • Dishwasher
  • DVD/CD player
  • Free bottled water
  • Free instant coffee
  • Full kitchen
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating
  • In-room safe box
  • Internet access – wireless
  • Kitchenette
  • Kitchenware
  • Laptop workspace
  • Linens
  • Microwave
  • Mini bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Refrigerator
  • Seating area
  • Separate shower/bathtub
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Smoke detector
  • Sofa
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • TV [flat screen]
  • Washing machine

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Full English/Irish
Restaurants on site
Maximillien Restaurant at DAVINCI Hotel & Suites
  • Menu: Buffet, A-la-carte
Piccolo Mondo at The Michelangelo Hotel
  • Cuisine: International
  • Menu: Buffet, A-la-carte
Parc Ferme at Michelangelo Towers
  • Cuisine: African
  • Menu: Buffet, A-la-carte

Location

South Tower, Nelson Mandela Square, Fifth Street,, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2196
Exceptional
Location

9.4

Airports
  • O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
    18.9 km
  • Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
    23.1 km
Public transportation
  • Gautrain
    290 m
Hospital or clinic
  • Grayston Mews
    1.3 km
Shopping
  • Sandton City Shopping Centre
    170 m
Convenience store
  • BP Express
    2.7 km
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM on-site

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Nelson Mandela Square
    60 m
  • Sandton City Shopping Centre
    170 m
  • Johannesburg Zoo
    2.6 km
  • Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct
    9.2 km
  • Maboneng Precinct
    10.8 km
  • SAB World of Beer
    10.9 km
  • South Western Townships
    14.4 km
  • Gold Reef City
    14.8 km
  • Apartheid Museum
    15.2 km
  • Mandela House
    20.6 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Nelson Mandela Square
    60 m
  • Sandton City Shopping Centre
    170 m
  • Sandton Library parking
    220 m
  • Citibank SA
    230 m
  • Sandton Convention Centre
    230 m
  • Sandton Square
    250 m
  • Gautrain
    290 m
  • Inanda Club
    300 m
  • HSBC South Africa
    380 m
  • British Chamber of Business in Southern Africa
    450 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-1 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib available upon request
Children 2-15 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 16 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-out until11:00
Getting around
  • Airport transfer fee500 ZAR
  • Distance from city center18.00 Km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)50
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)157 ZAR
  • Daily Internet/Wi-Fi fee00 ZAR
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
  • Number of floors4
  • Number of rooms 34
  • Room voltage220
  • Year property opened2005
  • Most recent renovation2010

Reviews of Raphael Penthouse Suites from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.8
/
10
Excellent
Cleanliness8.5
Facilities8.3
Location9.4
Room comfort and quality10.0
Service9.0
Value for money8.6
High score for Johannesburg
Rating
9+ Exceptional (4)
8-9 Excellent (4)
7-8 Very Good (0)
6-7 Good (0)
<6 Below Expectation (2)
Time of the year
Mar - May (1)
Jun - Aug (4)
Sep - Nov (3)
Dec - Feb (2)

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10.0
Exceptional
Yusuf from Zambia
Solo traveler
Luxury One-Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 2 nights in March 2021

Nice apartment”

Very nice

Reviewed March 14, 2021

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5.6
Sally from United Kingdom
Couple
Luxury One-Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 6 nights in December 2019

Cricket tour”

This hotel is fab, however having to walk through the shopping precinct to go for breakfast to the sister hotel (Da Vinci) was a pain. There was a door linking the hotels which is not open to guests....! The roof top pool was disgustingly filthy and freezing cold - described as heated! I think not. Other than that location was great, staff were friendly and helpful.

Reviewed January 12, 2020

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Dear Guest, Thank you for your review. I am glad to hear that overall your experience was positive. I am very sorry to hear that several things throughout your stay did not meet your expectations. Please note that your concerns have been passed on to our management team for further action. We do hope you give us another chance as we will definitely improve our services. Kind regards, Mariese Du Toit

Responded February 04, 2020
Raphael Penthouse Suites
10.0
Exceptional
Mariam from South Africa
Couple
Luxury One-Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 1 night in November 2019

BIRTHDAY STAY”

MY STAY WAS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING, I WOULD DEFINITELD RECOMMEND IT IF YOU ARE LOOKING TO PAMPER OR SPOIL YOURSELF

Reviewed November 12, 2019

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Dear Mariam, Thank you for your kind review. We are so happy you enjoyed your birthday and we look forward to spoiling you again. Best wishes The Raphael Suites Team

Responded November 13, 2019
Raphael Penthouse Suites
8.8
Excellent
dennis from United Kingdom
Family with teens
Luxury 2-Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 4 nights in August 2019

Great location ”

Very friendly and helpful staff. Suites large, comfy and have everything you can need.

Reviewed August 15, 2019

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Dear Dennis, Thank you for taking the time to give us a review of your recent stay. I am delighted to see that you have enjoyed your stay with us and that everything was to your liking! We hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Mariese Du Toit

Responded August 19, 2019
Raphael Penthouse Suites
9.6
Exceptional
Siobhan from South Africa
Solo traveler
Luxury One-Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 3 nights in August 2019

Beautiful apartment, staff efficient and friendly. Well situated for my requirements”

The choice of restaurant for linkage to the Raphael is poor. Dinner delivered as room service was cold, tough and tasteless. At breakfast, the poached eggs were served cold and had a tough crisp top I have never seen before. The coffee cup on my table ready for filling still had lipstick on the rim. I had to go looking for a waiter to get some coffee while two stood talking to each other within full sight of me. Not impressed.

Reviewed August 10, 2019

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Dear Siobhan, Thank you for staying with us at the Raphael Penthouse Suites and for taking the time to give us feedback of your recent stay. I am glad to hear that you have enjoyed your overall stay with us and that the apartment and staff was exceptional. I am sad to see that your experience at the restaurant was not according to our standards, please note that this was addressed with the Hotel for immediate action. We do hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Mariese Du Toit

Responded August 12, 2019
Raphael Penthouse Suites
10.0
Exceptional
Bruce from South Africa
Couple
Luxury One-Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 2 nights in June 2019

Perfect Location ”

Property was well located and had all amenities on hand. Staff very professional

Reviewed July 08, 2019

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Dear Bruce, Thank you for choosing the Raphael Penthouse Suites as your preferred destination of stay in Sandton. I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and that everything was to your liking. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Regards, Mariese

Responded July 15, 2019
Raphael Penthouse Suites
8.4
Excellent
Binita from Zimbabwe
Family with young children
2 Bedroom Executive Apartment
Stayed 5 nights in June 2019

Excellent”

Great location and so convenient especially when traveling with kids

Reviewed June 13, 2019

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Dear Binita, Our locations is definitely one of the things we are very proud of about our hotel. We are so lucky to have a property in the heart of Sandton, and a very strategic location that brings our guest just a few steps away from must-see attractions and modern-day conveniences. We hope to see you again soon! Regards, Mariese Du Toit

Responded June 14, 2019
Raphael Penthouse Suites
4.8
ali from Saudi Arabia
Couple
Luxury One-Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 5 nights in January 2019

OLD, EXPIRED WORN DOWN”

STAFF HELPFUL THEY SHOULD BE IN A DIFFERENT HOTEL THE SUITES NEED RENOVATION

Reviewed May 11, 2019

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Dear Ali, Thank you for taking the time to give as a review of your recent stay at Raphael Penthouse Suites, we appreciate all feedback given to us. Please kindly note that we are in the process of doing soft refurbishments to our apartments, this is a long process and not all of our rooms have under gone this. We do hope that you will give us another chance and I will make sure that a refurbished room is allocated to you. Kind regards, Mariese Du Toit

Responded May 27, 2019
Raphael Penthouse Suites
8.7
Excellent
TENDAI from United Kingdom
Business traveler
Stayed 2 nights in September 2012

Great hotel”

large apartments, great service, good internet

Good location, staff very helpful. Easy to get to shopping mall and train station. Only con was that there is no breakfast room onsite so you have to go to another restaurant with a voucher for breakfast.

Reviewed September 25, 2012

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8.4
Excellent
Eduardo from Mozambique
Couple
One-Bedroom Apartment Executive
Stayed 9 nights in November 2020

Excelente”

Boa localização, limpo e conveniente, tudo está perto e numa zona segura

Reviewed August 04, 2022

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