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Southern Sun Rosebank
Southern Sun Rosebank is a large mid-range hotel with 318 rooms, an outdoor pool and a steakhouse, two blocks from Rosebank Mall and the Gautrain station.
At a glance
- Type
- Mid-range city hotel
- Area
- Rosebank, Johannesburg, South Africa
- Price
- $$ · Mid-range
- Official site
- southernsun.com
Good to know
- 318 rooms
- Outdoor pool
- 24-hour gym
- Steakhouse
- Buffet restaurant
- Lounge bar
- Two blocks from Gautrain
Why we recommend it
Southern Sun Rosebank is a large hotel on the corner of Tyrwhitt and Sturdee avenues, in the heart of Rosebank. It belongs to the Southern Sun group, one of South Africa's biggest hotel companies, and it is a dependable mid-range choice for travellers who want convenience and good facilities rather than boutique charm.
With 318 rooms, it is one of the bigger hotels in the area, and it suits a mix of business travellers and families. Rooms are comfortably furnished and practical. Facilities include an outdoor pool and a gym that is open around the clock, useful if you are jet-lagged after a long-haul flight.
The hotel has several places to eat and drink. Fresh serves buffet-style meals, including breakfast, The Grill Jichana is a steakhouse, and the Circle Bar and Lounge is a relaxed place for a drink in the evening. Rosebank's wider choice of restaurants and cafés is also within a short walk.
The location is the hotel's biggest asset. It is just two blocks from Rosebank Mall and the Rosebank Gautrain station, which has trains to Sandton and Pretoria and connections to O.R. Tambo International Airport, so you can arrive and leave without needing a car. The Rosebank Sunday Market, the Keyes Art Mile galleries and the cafés on Bath and Cradock avenues are within easy reach on foot.
Southern Sun Rosebank suits first-time visitors, families who want a pool, and business travellers heading to Rosebank or Sandton. Prices are moderate by city standards.
Ask for a room on a higher floor if you would like a view over Rosebank. The 24-hour gym and pool make it practical for longer stays. If you are arriving late from O.R. Tambo, the Gautrain to Rosebank station and a short walk or ride is usually quicker than a taxi in evening traffic.
For sights such as Constitution Hill, the Apartheid Museum and Soweto, you will need a taxi, ride-hailing app, the City Sightseeing bus or an organised tour. Ask tour operators whether they collect from Rosebank when you book. In the evening, take a short ride rather than walking long distances after dark, even in Rosebank. The reception desk can help with taxis and local advice.
Southern Sun Rosebank FAQs
How many rooms are there?
318 rooms.
Is there a pool?
Yes, an outdoor pool for guests.
Is there a gym?
Yes, a gym open 24 hours a day.
Where can I eat in the hotel?
Fresh for buffet meals, The Grill Jichana steakhouse and the Circle Bar and Lounge.
How close is the Gautrain?
The hotel is two blocks from Rosebank Mall and the Gautrain station.
Where is the hotel?
On the corner of Tyrwhitt and Sturdee avenues in Rosebank.
Is it good for families?
Yes. It has a pool and is close to shops and restaurants.
What is nearby?
Rosebank Mall, the Rosebank Sunday Market and the Keyes Art Mile.