Radisson Blu Gautrain HotelvsAtholPlace House & Villa
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to AtholPlace Hotel & Villa. Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel ranks #4 in Johannesburg with positive reviews from 4 publications including Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Corner of Rivonia Road & West Street, Sandton 2196, South Africa
From $69/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Although principally a business hotel, it has stylish rooms, an excellent restaurant, spa and fitness facilities, and great proximity to the center of Sandton." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The hotel opened in May 2010, with bright, spacious guest rooms and a popular outdoor terrace." Full review
Fodor's
"The interior has a bright and modern aesthetic, and clever design elements have been incorporated throughout the hotel to mimic features of the Gautrain station and rail line." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A brisk jaywalk from Sandton’s Gautrain station exit, this mammoth hotel is a great place to stay if you have a plane to catch in the morning." Full review
AtholPlace House & Villa
90 Pretoria Ave, Atholl, Sandton 2024, South Africa
From $323/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"When to go: October and November, when the purple-flowering jacaranda trees are in full bloom."
Condé Nast Traveler
"The hotel has a well-stocked library, a lounge cum dining room with an in-house chef, a large pool, and gardens just big enough to stroll in." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Despite its central location just a few blocks from the heart of Sandton, AtholPlace retains a secluded air, offering the ultimate urban oasis." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This home-away-from-home, located in a quiet yet accessible part of Johannesburg, comprises a boutique hotel and next-door villa, both furnished in contemporary African décor." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"If you’re looking for a pre-safari pit stop en route to the awesome Kruger, AtholPlace Hotel & Villa in scenic Sandton has your name on it." Full review