Southern Sun Katherine Street

Hotels
Southern Sun Hotels
8.6 (2717 reviews)
115 Katherine Street , Johannesburg , za

Children allowed

Facilities

Free beach shuttle
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise from bathroom circulation

Categories

Cleanliness
7.68
Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, such as a dirty carpet and an itchy bed.
Service
9.15
Multiple reviews praised staff friendliness and attentiveness, contributing positively to the stay.
Location
9.19
Guests highlighted the perfect and safe location of the hotel as a major benefit.
Room Quality
8.14
While most rooms were described as clean and comfortable, there were some complaints regarding the bed.
Amenities
8.17
Guests appreciated the hotel's amenities including a pool, but noted some noise issues.
Value for Money
8.63
Guests felt they received good value for the price, with many extra services provided.
Food and Beverage
9.18
The restaurant and breakfast received consistent praise for quality and variety.
Overall Experience
8.65
Overall, guests had a positive experience with minor issues that did not overshadow the stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 05:11

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience modern and bright bedrooms equipped with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay at Southern Sun Katherine Street.

Dining Excellence
Indulge in a culinary journey at our on-site restaurant offering a delightful selection of contemporary cuisine.

Relaxation and Recreation
Unwind and rejuvenate on multiple terraces, by the pools, or in the tropical gardens. Take advantage of our elegant lounge areas and stay active at the gym during your stay.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at Southern Sun Katherine Street, where luxury meets convenience.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: JNB

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and charges are applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs ZAR 20 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2717 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.68
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.19
Room Quality: 8.14
Amenities: 8.17
Value for Money: 8.63
Food and Beverage: 9.18
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Charl solo_traveller za
10
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Stuart solo_traveller zw
9
Great value near central Sandton.
Pros:

The one bedroom suite is the best value in the Sandton area and very comfortable. The staff were friendly and accommodating. Excellent breakfast ( fantastic barista) and a great location for accessing central Sandton.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Rishy solo_traveller mz
7
Nice stay
Pros:

- Very friendly front desk staff esp Daniela, Jessica etc.
- The shuttle drivers also were very friendly and assisted whenever I needed a pick-up or drop off nearby.
- Location is convenient and not far away from Mandela Square and Sandton Mall.
- The bed/mattress and pillows were very comfortable and allowed for nice and relaxing sleep overnight.

Cons:

- A bit of an unpleasant experience in the hotel restaurant for dinner on my first night when for some unknown reason, I was constantly overlooked/ignored by the waiters until I called them after 30 min. Guests who came after me were quickly served/attended to, but not me. Even after placing my order (vegetarian side items), the food took a very long time to come to me. They later apologized when I complained and I was offered a fruit plate as 'compensation'.
- The gym is a bit small to accommodate more than 3 people training at once.
- Water bottles in the gym are not refilled/replaced in a timely manner.

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Lehlohonolo couple za
4
2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Tsholo extended_group za
9
It was a great stay and I will definitely visit again soon ♥️
Pros:

The property was clean ,convenient,close to exclusive Restaurants,I’ve loved 🥰 every minute of our stay Southern Sun Hotel,it is the best hotel in the area.

Cons:

What I didn’t like was the breakfast on our second day .
We booked breakfast Buffy but to our surprise 🤷🏻‍♀️we had to place an order that took like forever,we nearly missed our next appointment,that was not really nice and the Restaurant manager was rude when I explained that I’m already running late if maybe i could take the breakfast with me 🙏

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Reinhardt solo_traveller za
9
Pros:

Everything. Good location. Spacious rooms.

Cons:

There were no robes / gowns.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Mamdouh 6600 solo_traveller gh
10
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Sakeena solo_traveller za
10
2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Steenkamp solo_traveller na
7
2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Nikkita couple za
8
Pros:

Everything!

Cons:

Non to complain about

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Stephen Chetty solo_traveller za
10
Review
Pros:

Staff very helpful and friendly
Takelani and Tk the shuttle drivers
Emmanuel from front desk
Amazing people

Cons:

Rooms in dire need of upgrade

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Stuart Tafadzwa extended_group zw
8
Pros:

Very clean all round. Bed was very comfortable

Cons:

Restaurant staff need to improve and pay attention to orders

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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de Araujo extended_group za
9
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Thasuraya couple za
10
Pros:

Very well maintained

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Ray Tafadzwa solo_traveller zw
8
2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Christelle solo_traveller mu
8
Pros:

We went to Johannesburg for a family trip and the location was an excellent one for moving around to our main activities..the shuttle helped a lot..Friendly staff clean and comfortable rooms and the breakfast was very nice..would definitely come back again.

Cons:

The only issue was getting downstairs with the heavy luggage upon departure .

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Lieselot solo_traveller be
9
Pros:

Vriendelijk personeel, lekker en uitgebreid ontbijt

Cons:

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2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Owusu family_with_children gh
10
Wonderful
Pros:

The serene environment

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Shaus solo_traveller za
10
Pros:

The friendly,accommodating staff. Always welcoming and making every effort to make their guest happy. Wonderful place away from home. Highly recommended 👌

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Uveer couple za
9
Pros:

Breakfast was fantastic

Cons:

No lifts to our bags

2026-05-07 via Nuitee