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8.3

1,680 reviews

Southern Sun Katherine Street

Southern Sun Katherine Street

115 Katherine Street, Johannesburg, 2146, South Africa

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Room service

Fitness center

Free shuttle

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Southern Sun Katherine Street

Southern Sun Katherine Street is a stylish 4-star hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa. Address: 115 Katherine Street. Located about 6.8mi from the city center, this hotel welcomes travelers with breakfast each day and a steady stream of guest stories from 1,680 reviews.

On-site highlights include a restaurant and an outdoor pool (free), plus a free fitness center and a shuttle service (free) to help explore the area. Other conveniences include a 24-hour front desk, air conditioning, a bar, non-smoking rooms, and inviting terrace and garden spaces.

Prices start from $73 per night. On-site features include private parking (extra charges), wifi (extra charges), room service, balcony, kitchenette and kitchenware, and garden view.

Dine at Kelsey’s, a versatile on-site restaurant offering seafood and grill BBQ, with ambiances that span family-friendly, modern, and romantic. After a day of exploring, the outdoor pool awaits a refreshing dip, and the terrace and garden spaces invite relaxed evenings under the sky.

Getting around is a breeze thanks to a free shuttle to explore the area. On-site conveniences include a 24-hour front desk, air conditioning, a bar, and non-smoking rooms. Private parking and wifi are available for extra charges, and cash is not accepted; payments can be made with American Express, Visa, Mastercard, or Diners Club.

Room options span a range of needs, from Standard, Queen Non-Smoking (accommodates 2 adults, 0 children) with a Queen bed, to Suite, Queen (accommodates 2 adults, 1 child) for a touch more space. For larger groups, the 2 Bedroom Suite accommodates 2 adults and 1 child, while a Double Room, Panoramic View fits 2 adults with a sweeping outlook, offering a comfortable base after a day in the city.

Closest airports

O.R. Tambo International Airport

10.7mi

Lanseria International Airport

14.5mi

Wonderboom Airport

32.8mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Room service

Fitness center

Free shuttle

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Patio

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Garden

Balcony

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

1 Bedroom Suite Queen Non-Smoking in Southern Sun Katherine Street

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Suite, Queen Size, 1 Bedroom

1 Queen Size Bed

485 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Balcony

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This stylish and spacious suites has garden views, a seating area and a kitchenette.

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Superior, 2 Twin Beds, Smoking Allowed

2 Twin Beds

375 sqft

Smoking allowed

Kitchenette

Microwave

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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In the well-fitted kitchenette, guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, a microwave and a tea and coffee maker. The spacious twin room features air conditioning, a mini-bar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Superior Queen Non-Smoking in Southern Sun Katherine Street

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Superior, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

375 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Balcony

Bathtub

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This spacious room comes with a kitchenette, a private bathroom and a TV. This room can only accommodate babies in a cot.

1 Bedroom Suite Twin Non-Smoking in Southern Sun Katherine Street

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Suite, 2 Twin Beds, 1 Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

450 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Bathtub

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This suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. Meals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which features a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area as well as garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

Suite, Smoking Allowed

1 Double Bed

260 sqft

Smoking allowed

Refrigerator

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2 Bedroomed Suite Smoking is 258 square feet and includes a double bed 131-150 width.

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Suite, 2 Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 Sofa Bed

Smoking not allowed

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Suite Two Bedrooms Non Smoking

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Standard, Double/2 Single

1 Double Bed

260 sqft

Smoking not allowed

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Twin Standard Non Smoking - Main Hotel is 258 square feet and includes either a double bed 131-150 width or 2 single beds 80-130 width.

Superior Twin Non-Smoking in Southern Sun Katherine Street

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Superior, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

375 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Bathtub

Kitchenware

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Standard Twin Non-Smoking in Southern Sun Katherine Street

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Standard, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

260 sqft

Smoking not allowed

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Deluxe, Twin

1 Twin Bed

260 sqft

Smoking not allowed

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Twin Deluxe is 258 square feet and includes either a double bed 131-150 width or 2 single beds 80-130 width.

Deluxe, Queen Size, Smoking Allowed

1 Queen Size Bed

260 sqft

Smoking allowed

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Queen Deluxe Smoking is 258 square feet and includes either a double bed 131-150 width or a queen-size bed 150-154 width.

Deluxe, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

260 sqft

Smoking not allowed

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Queen Deluxe Non Smoking is 258 square feet and includes either a double bed 131-150 width or a queen-size bed 150-154 width.

Guest reviews

8.3

1,680 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Ramroop

8.2

April 2025

Great. Breakfast was prepared for me as I don't eat beef or pork that was on the menu.

I was called around 10 pm by the restaurant to pay for my room service dinner. According to the caller, I didn't have "credit" with the hotel booking. I had no problem to pay and a waiter appeared with a card payment machine. I tapped for payment, it did not allow it. I had to insert the card. No problem. A few days later, I find out that someone is fraudulently using my card to make payments. I am left wondering if my card was not cloned. My view is that if any payment needs to be made, it must be made through the front desk or eft.

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Aibaki

8.2

May 2025

We had a great stay at this hotel in Sandton. The location was excellent—very close to all the major malls and attractions, which made getting around super convenient. One of the highlights was the free shuttle service within a 5km radius—it was a huge help during our stay. The breakfast was also very good, with plenty of options to suit different tastes. Another thoughtful touch was the baby cot the hotel provided, which made our stay more comfortable as a family. Overall, a great experience and we’d definitely consider staying here again.

They did not have screens in the bar area, could not catch up with sports in public spaces. The hotel is a bit old , so I feel like it could do with a makeover. TV's are also small and far from the bed. They use DSTV only and no modern digital streaming services.

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Cathy

10

November 2024

Perfectly situated close to Sandton City and several smaller malls, this hotel is within easy reach of any shopping or banking/business requirements. The hotel shuttle, expertly manned by the ever-polite and always-accommodating Mavuso, is available for any short, 5km trips which was SO useful. The rooms were spacious, well appointed and spotlessly cleaned and maintained. Having a small kitchenette in the room was very useful for morning coffees and evening light meals. The hotel itself is stylish and comfortable. The gardens and swimming pool are kept immaculate and a pleasure to relax in. Our breakfast buffet was a wonderful start to the morning. Nothing was too much trouble for the polite, efficient staff who never passed the table without a smile and a quick word. Thank you, Patience and Lucas for your lovely service. Well done to the chef for the most delicious omlettes and perfectly poached eggs. They were amazing, not to mention the stupendous chicken salad. Brilliant. I cannot recommend this hotel enough. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

We only stayed for 7 days. We should have booked for longer!

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Adérito

8.2

March 2025

The location is fine, the staff very attentive and arranged for the early check in as requested. The bar staff was also on point and the way they greeted every person in the hotel was a nice touch. They did show some care. Also, noticed whom im assuming as the manager helping out during crunch hours in breakfast, this was a big plus. Being able to take a small walk to the Mushroom farm park and the Marc were huge pluses.

Breakfast could have more choices, the mugs for the coffee are small and the omelettes do take time to come out. I imagine it would be way worst if the breakfast are was full. WE always had late breakfasts so the area was relatively empty. The aircon was not as powerfull. At the lowest setting it didn't blow cold enough, in hot days it would be very bad.

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Richard

8.2

November 2024

Breakfast was good on 2 days of our 3 day stay. The hot food was good every day. The service was very good.

Breakfast was good on 2 days of our 3 day stay. On the last day (Monday) the buffet supplies were limited with no orange juice available. We used to regularly stay in this hotel when travelling on business. We hadn’t used it for 7-8 years and thought that the rooms had not been renovated or updated during this time. Consequently the furnishings were a little tired and the bathroom quite dated. Access to the shower could only be gained by stepping around or over the toilet. This was poor. The level of lighting in the room was unacceptable. We had to use the lights on our phones to access the safe!

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Michelle

8.2

October 2024

The suite was perfect for our family stay and had everything we needed. The staff were all very friendly and helpful throughout. Breakfast was good.

We ate at the restaurant the first night and had a great experience, with amazing food. A few nights later it had been taken over by southern sun directly and was very different. The food was awful and the service was shambolic. It was the first night of service for the team, however it was very poor. We waited over an hour for our meals and did not receive our sides until 25 minutes after the steaks. By that point all our plates has been cleared. The food was certainly not worth the wait either, it was very poor quality. There was no discount given for the terrible food and poor experience, even after speaking to the manager on more than one occasion.

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Riaz

10

July 2025

The staff were friendly and helpful. Thank you for the complimentary cake. Will be back!!

There was not much to offer for breakfast as we eat halaal. No fish or anything besides eggs. And my wife does not eat eggs. There was an avo sandwich which was good . But becoz it was so busy as breakfast we had to wait and ask for everything that we needed. Could improve on breakfast . Eggs should be made in front of visitors . So we can add cheese and onions and . I was brought just an empty sunny side up egg

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Vimal

8.2

December 2024

We recently stayed at Southern Sun on Katherine Street in a two-bedroom apartment, and overall, it was a positive experience. The apartment was clean, spacious enough for a family with two children, and offered convenient parking right in front of the apartment. The staff were friendly, and the service was excellent. The breakfast was good, and the location in Sandton was great.

The apartment is a bit further from the main hotel, which may be a consideration for those who prefer being closer to the hotel facilities.

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Boutagouga

10

November 2024

it was truly an outstanding experience from start to finish. Everything about this hotel exudes excellence, and I cannot recommend it enough to fellow travelers seeking comfort, quality, and attention to detail.

The pool could have been cleaner, as it didn’t quite meet the high standards set by the rest of the hotel. Additionally, the restaurant lacked a Halal-friendly section, which would have been a thoughtful addition for guests with dietary requirements.

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Frank

9.1

December 2024

What I loved most is that the property is super clean and well maintained. Excellent breakfast, amazing coffee, very clean rooms, nice pool (but too cold). Small but very nice gym, everything functional. I think it was the concierge, he was more than amazing trying to accommodate some things to our needs. Location and parking secure but I missed that parking was not free, it was 20R/night

It was weird to have my license scanned so many times, but security guards were still so nice and gentle

Points of Interest Around Southern Sun Katherine Street

Attractions

Liliesleaf

4.4mi

Hillbrow Tower

5.7mi

Constitution Hill

6mi

Newtown

7mi

Workers' Museum

7.1mi

SAB World of Beer

7.1mi

Apartheid Museum

9.8mi

Mandela House

13.4mi

Soweto

16.4mi

Aha Lesedi Cultural Village

21.7mi

Cradle of Humankind

22.4mi

Voortrekker Monument

23.5mi

Union Buildings

27mi

Harties Aerial Cableway

29.5mi

Hartbeespoort Dam

29.6mi

Restaurants

Kelsey's

Cuisines

  • Seafood
  • GrillBbq
  • 0

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern
  • Romantic

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Southern Sun Katherine Street

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Business center

Room service

Fitness center

Free shuttle

Air conditioning

Kid-friendly buffet

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Beach chairs/Loungers

Garden view

Patio

Kitchenware

Kitchenette

Garden

Balcony

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Southern Sun Katherine Street

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property