Raphael Penthouse Suites, JohannesburgRaphael Penthouse Suites in Johannesburg, South Africa has a corrected score of 2.2 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 122 of 123 hotels we score in Johannesburg. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 1.5 before correction: Tripadvisor 1.5. Rooms from about $168 a night (cached, not a live quote).Raphael Penthouse Suites is a five-star property located in the Sandton business district. It contains 60 penthouse suites, each featuring a queen-size bed, en-suite bathroom, lounge, and a full kitchen. The hotel sits near Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square, making it suitable for business travellers and families. Guests have access to a gym, swimming pool, sauna, and steam room. While the suites offer self-catering facilities, recent guest feedback indicates issues with service professionalism and room maintenance. The hotel is a short walk from the Sandton Station and roughly 30 to 40 minutes from O.R. Tambo International Airport.What stands out

Full kitchen in every suite

Close to Sandton City Mall

On-site gym and pool

Watch out for

Inconsistent service quality

Dated furniture in some rooms

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