I stayed at this hotel for 6 nights and did not have any problems. My room (326) appeared to be recently renovated and was quiet within reason. There was some noise from the pool deck below, but this was ambient and did not disturb me. This was my first trip to South Africa, so it was nice that everything with... More

Southern Sun Hyde Park Sandton is generally a nice hotel. Nice and clean rooms, friendly staff members...but always be careful when you are paying. Always review your bill before payments because they really like to add some "extra" charges. My friends were asking if it is possible to order a taxi at the hotel and what would be rates (but... More

I was a bit apprehensive after reading the other reviews here, but must say, I was pleasantly surprised. The dark lobby one reviewer commented on didn't bother me; in fact the whole hotel is very dimly lit in the public areas, which I find quite pleasant and environmentally responsible. The furnishings, too, are more tasteful and subdued than one sometimes... More

When you walk into the dark lobby you will be greeted by unfriendly staff. We were not even offered a porter to help with our bags. The underground parking lot next to the hotel where you will be asked to park, smells of urine. You will be charged R30 per night to leave your car there. The rooms are exceptionally... More

I have stayed here many times and do not believe them when they say WiFi will be fixed. It has been appalling for many months. The charges are exhorbitant and when you call for help you get charged as well. A hotel of this stature should provide free WiFi.

Stayed for three nights. The service was really shoddy. Asked for a paper to be delivered to the room, called three times as it wasn't there in the morning. Eventually had to go to the lobby to collect the paper, only to be told that I was wrong and that it had been delivered!! I told the associate that there... More

Trip Advisor advertised a special for this hotel which I took advantage of earlier in the year for just under a week. The rooms are conveniently spaced, and beds are large and comfortable. The rooms have that clean, modern feel to them. The room service does not offer the best menu, but the hotel is situated within a shopping centre... More

Great view from pool deck. Pity about the mediocre food and poor service. Restaurants in the adjacent shopping centre are a better option.

I was attracted to the SS Hyde Park by the positive reviews I read here and looked forward to a pleasant stay. So please don't think that I am a constantly sour person when you read this - look at my other reviews and you'll see that I'm happy to give credit where credit is due. I arrived at the... More