Southern Sun Hyde Park Sandton

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Southern Sun Hotels
8.7 (2560 reviews)
1st Road, Hyde Park , Johannesburg , za

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Service inconsistencies
Soundproofing problems

Categories

Cleanliness
7.84
Mentioned as needing improvement; rooms smell like weed and cleanliness issues noted.
Service
8.81
Staff was reported as friendly in some reviews, though some found them dismissive.
Location
9.35
Consistently praised for convenience and safety, with good access to malls.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms are generally clean and comfortable, with some notes about soundproofing.
Amenities
8.83
Good facilities mentioned, including a pool and gym.
Value for Money
8.79
Perceived as good value, especially given location.
Food and Beverage
8.84
Breakfast described as excellent, though timing of service was criticized.
Overall Experience
8.81
Mixed reviews, but generally positive experiences overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 04:50

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Stunning Views
Southern Sun Hyde Park offers individually decorated rooms with panoramic views of Johannesburg. Each room is equipped with modern amenities like a flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, and a private bathroom with a bath and shower.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in authentic Italian cuisine at Luce Restorante or savor Eastern flavors at Daruma Sushi & Tempura Bar. The Island Bar provides a perfect setting to unwind with a drink while enjoying beautiful views.

Convenient Location and Leisure Activities
Located within Hyde Park Corner shopping centre, guests can enjoy shopping or head to Wanderers Golf Club for a round of golf. With Nelson Mandela Square nearby and easy access to O.R Tambo International Airport, Southern Sun Hyde Park offers the perfect blend of luxury and convenience.

Ready to experience luxury and convenience? Book your stay at Southern Sun Hyde Park now.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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 all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs ZAR 50 per day.

  • 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 available extra bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 2560 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.84
Service: 8.81
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.83
Value for Money: 8.79
Food and Beverage: 8.84
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Luthando Vellem • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Busisiwe • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Dominique • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Chia Ying • couple • za
7
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Gabriel Mbaya • solo_traveller • cd
10
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Lebogang • couple • za
8
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Thokozani • solo_traveller • za
8
Pros:

Location, lifestyle area and the staff

Cons:

The view was not appetizing and the toilet was leaking

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Itimu • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Dusabe • solo_traveller • cd
8
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Bonnie • couple • za
8
2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Satish • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

We had an absolutely amazing stay at Southern Sun Hyde Park. From check-in to check-out, the staff were warm, professional, and made us feel truly special. The room was beautiful, clean, comfortable, and perfect for a romantic anniversary getaway.
The atmosphere of the hotel is classy, peaceful, and elegant, with great attention to detail throughout. We especially loved the overall ambience, the excellent service, and the convenience of the location. Everything exceeded our expectations and made our celebration unforgettable.
Thank you to the entire team for helping create such a memorable experience. We will definitely be back and highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a luxurious and romantic stay in Johannesburg.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Vishal • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Sifiso • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

The staff is very friendly.
The hotel is very quite and clean
Breakfast is exceptional

Cons:

Nothing at all

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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Gareth • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Thando Ndlovu • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Mitch • couple • za
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Vuyo • extended_group • za
10
I would stay there again
Pros:

Breakfast was great. They can add more options

Cons:

No Smart TVs.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Benn • couple • za
8
2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Natasha • solo_traveller • za
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Everything, the facilities, the staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee