Sandton Sun Hotel
Sandton Sun Johannesburg South Africa is known to many as it has a long illustrious history and is one of the city of Johannesburg’s most memorable conference landmarks.
Despite the Sandton Sun Johannesburg being 25 years old the refurbishment of 2007 and the development changes of 2008/9 mean the Southern Sun Johannesburg is very much a 5 star venue offering conference delegates and conference attendees a memorable and relaxing experience. The staff (many of whom have been at the hotel for over 10 years) strive to ensure all conference delegates and conference attendees enjoy VIP style treatment.
Excellently positioned the Sandton Sun Johannesburg lies in the heart of the city’s new Central Business District. Conference delegates and those attending conferences will have a rich selection of the city’s leisure and entertainment facilities close by.
Sandton Sun Johannesburg South Africa is known as a Signature Conference Hotel delivering tailor made and unique conferences maximizing the experience of the conference delegate and conference attendees.
Accommodation
The accommodation comprises of 334 rooms making this an ideal conference venue. A selection of room types will ensure conference delegates and conference attendees a wide selection of choice.
The accommodation comprises of :
109 African Premium Deluxe Twins
97 African Premium Deluxe Kings
60 African Premium Kings
21Arican Premium Twins
19 Suit Kings
12 Executive Studio Kings
10 Double Doubles
3 Presidential Suites
2 Wheelchair Accessible Rooms
1 Suite Twin
The rooms are elegantly and tastefully furnished and offer all the comforts and modern facilities to ensure conference delegates of a comfortable stay
Room Amenities
As any conference delegate would expect the standards that a Southern Sun Hotel sets means the Sandton Sun Johannesburg South Africa provides guests and conference delegates with excellent room facilities. All conference delegates and guests are assured of comfort and the following features are available to all conference delegates and guests, either located in your room or available on request:
• Air conditioning
• Remote control TV
• Satellite TV
• Direct dial telephone with extension in bathroom
• In-room safe
• Voice mail
• Wake up call facility
• Computer internet access via complimentary WIFI
• Bathrobe and slippers
• Coffee / tea making facilities
• Hairdryer
• Iron / ironing board
• Complimentary mini-bar
• Phone in bathroom
• Private bathroom
• Room meal service (24 hours)
Special Services and Facilities
Conference delegates and conference visitors will have an array of services and facilities provided by the Sandton Sun Johannesburg. Guest Relations and Concierge desks are able to assist conference delegates and conference visitors with arrangements, suggestions and bookings including:
· Laundry / valet (same day)
· Safety deposit box
· Shoe shine
· Theatre, restaurant and tour reservations
· Doctor / Dentist on call (24 hours)
· Professional VIP Protection Services
· Airport handling service
· Secure underground parking is available
· Baby sitting facility on request
· Transfer Services
· Car Rental
· Outdoor swimming pool
· Relaxation spa
· Fully equipped modern gym
Fitness Centre
The new fitness centre will help conference delegates and conference visitors stay in shape and is open 24 hours a day. Located on the 6th level opposite the TCH Business Centre.
Dining
Fine dining is provided for conference delegates and conference visitors with the Ferns Restaurant, The Upper West Side Café & Bar and the Portuguese Vilamoura.
Conferencing Transport Services
South Africa boasts an excellent road infrastructure. However, the public transport does leave some room for improvement. Our Gautrain (fast transit train) is not yet up and running, so we would be happy to advise conference delegates and conference visitors of other forms of transport.
Conference visitors can hire a shuttle or taxi service which can be arranged to get you to and from the O R Tambo International Airport at a nominal charge. Please organise this through Guest Relations.
Travel Services and car rental are also available for conference delegates and conference visitors. These can be arranged at the Guest Relations Desk. If you are hiring a car, you will need to bring an international driver’s license.
Conferencing
The Sandton Sun Johannesburg boasts some of the best conference venues in South Africa. The conference venues are easily accessible, well managed and with the added bonus of excellent overnight facilities. Southern Sun hotels are the favourite choice when it comes to choosing hotels with conference facilities
Whatever the size or nature of your conference or meeting Sandton Sun Johannesburg will structure a convention solution to meet your personal conference vision! The hotel is proud to present a range of conference offerings as an integrated part of the Sandton Sun Johannesburg scope of services, meaning that conference delegates and conference visitors are assured of dedication to service excellence
As a Signature Conference hotel, Sandton Sun Johannesburg delivers a unique tailor-made conference to help you maximize your event. The hotel will work hand in hand with you to ensure your conference is a success. During the conference constant contact is maintained with the conference organizers, to support their every need and the stringent minimum standards set by Sandton Sun Johannesburg for operations and equipment, will give conference organizers complete peace of mind.
In addition to having direct access to one of the largest convention centres in South Africa, Sandton Sun Johannesburg has 11 superb on-site conference meeting and events facilities. Offering a variety of packages from day conference and conference and accommodation packages to themed functions and special menus, there is something to suit all business conference and social needs
The Sandton Sun Johannesburg is a sought-after venue for conferences and special events. Be it a business meeting for 10 or a major convention for 1 200 the hotel have the amenities to suit. The banqueting Department is always on hand to assist you in planning that perfect conference.
Sandton Sun Matrix
Standard Conferencing Equipment
· Screen
· White Board
· Lectern
· Flipchart
· Pens & note pads
· Data Projecto
· Satellite conference facility available.
All other conference services and equipment can be hired on your behalf
Conference Supporting Business Services
The following services are on offer at the hotel’s business centre, TCH or within the hotel, these services are available to conference delegates.
· Facsimile service
· Photocopiers
· Graphics (for business cards)
· PC / printer services
· Mobile phone
· Internet & e-mail
· Secretarial services
· Private business lounge
· High speed internet access
Telkom T-Zone wireless internet
Business centre internet connectivity
In-room high speed wireless service
