Sanctuary Mandela Hotel - Johannesburg
-26.15352, 28.05971Overview
Boutique hotel in the former residence of Nelson Mandela
Accommodations
Sanctuary Mandela offers 9 rooms, with Rooms 1, 2, and 3 being the original bedrooms from Mandela's residence. Room 3 (Tata) is one of only a couple with a private balcony. Each room features garden views, carpeted floors, free WiFi, streaming services, and work desks.
Dining
The on-site Insights Restaurant serves dishes inspired by Mandela's personal preferences, using recipes from his chef Xoliswa Ndoyiya's cookbook. The menu includes oxtail samosas, prawn curry, and other South African specialties. Special diet menus are available upon request, and breakfast options include continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, and gluten-free.
Wellness & Recreation
The hotel has a heated saltwater pool open all year, with sun loungers and pool towels provided. Customizable spa and wellness packages are offered, including back massage, couples massage, foot massage, full body massage, head massage, and neck massage. A well-equipped fitness center and sun terrace are also available for guests.
Location & Services
Sanctuary Mandela Johannesburg is located 600 yards from the Nelson Mandela Foundation and 11 km from Gold Reef City Casino. The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, tour desk, and airport shuttle (pickup and drop-off). Free private parking is available on-site, and the property has 24-hour security with CCTV and smoke alarms.
Historical Significance
The hotel was previously the residence of Nelson Mandela from 1990 to 1998 and is now owned by the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Guests receive a complimentary guided tour of the property, which includes historic photographs, paintings, and handwritten letters. The tour covers the fireplace and the renowned balcony where world leaders like Bill Clinton and Michelle Obama were hosted.
- Location: 600 yards from Nelson Mandela Foundation, 11 km from Gold Reef City Casino
- Rooms: 9 rooms including original bedrooms with private balconies
- Dining: Insights Restaurant with recipes from Mandela's personal chef
- Wellness: Heated saltwater pool and customizable spa packages
- Services: 24-hour concierge, airport shuttle, free parking
- History: Complimentary tour of Mandela's former home
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Airport shuttle
Saltwater pool
Heated swimming pool
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Spa & wellness centre
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Services
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Saltwater pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
Room view
- Garden view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Sanctuary Mandela Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 195 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 5.9 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 22.0 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Rand, QRA |
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