The Capital Empire
177 Empire Place, Cnr Rivonia Rd, Sandhurst, Sandton, 2146 Johannesburg, South Africa – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 488 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
The room was homely and the reception lady made our stay accommodative.

I liked the rooms, the setup, the restaurant, the location of the hotel is so nice and quiet. The staff was so nice and friendly to me and my boyfriend. We never struggled with anything.

You know it’s a good stay when you don’t need an upgrade to feel special. We booked two nights but ended up there 5 nights. It’s a stone throw away from Sandton Mall, our room was full of light, had a beautiful view and was spotless. The housekeeping staff get 5 star - hospitable and attentive to detail. The restaurant was beautiful and the breakfast indulgent.

The location is superb. It's a block away from the mall attached to the Mandela square therefore you can walk at least during the day. The view to the Sandton City is fantastic.

The room was spacious and clean. Environment was good

Loved The Capital Empire! The staff were very friendly and incredibly helpful. The food was delicious. The rooms were clean and neat and had everything I needed. It exceeded my expectations, I will definitely be staying there again!

The lady’s at the reception were so friendly,The rooms were super clean, everything was just perfect perfect

location is the gem of this place, right in the heart of sandton and a short walk to the mall and restaurants. very safe spot, with the added bonus of being next to the USA embassy

I like the atmosphere, receptionist were friendly.

The room was spacious clean and comfortable bed. With good ablation facilities. A smart TV made it a whole package. The view was also nice, every night I was enticed by people playing tennis. The staff are absolutely fabulous! From front desk to cleaners, bar, restaurant are all amazing, smiling and always helpful. They compensate for the crazy price. I would definitely recommend it to friends and family, not to mention colleagues.

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Located next to Sandton City, The Capital Empire features spacious and modern accommodations. It offers an outdoor pool, a restaurant and free access to the fitness center.
Decorated in contemporary style, the accommodations provides you with a flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning and a private bathroom with hairdryer and free toiletries. The spacious apartments are also equipped with a kitchen and living area. Guests can enjoy city views.
The restaurant specializes in gourmet cuisine with an African influence. Its terrace offers views of Sandton and there is also a bar.
Other facilities include a 24-hour front desk, conference rooms, a business center and luggage storage. Free parking is available on-site.
The Capital Empire provides a complimentary scheduled shuttle service to Sandton Gautrain station and Nelson Mandela Square.
The Sandton Convention Center is 0.6 mi away and the O.R. Tambo International Airport can be reached within 30 minutes by car.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
- Please advise the cost of Airport ShuttleOur shuttle costs R 550.00 per transfer from OR Tambo International Airport to the hotelAnswered on 21 January 2020
- Do you offer a shuttle service from and to O.R Tambo international airport?Yes we do. just send us your details and we will make the arrangements for you. However, it is at an additional charge.Answered on 20 August 2019
- Hi, which room do I have to book if I want one with a balcony to allow smokingGood Day Kindly note you will have to book a 1Bedroom Apartment as it has a balcony to allow smoking.Answered on 2 June 2022
- Can I request for early check in for tomorrow sunday? Alternatively, would you allow late check out up to 16.00 tomorrow if I book for tonight?The above request is subject to availability and can only be confirmed on day of arrival or departure.Answered on 14 June 2021
- Is there an apartment availableGood Day, We do have apartments available - 1 Bedroom, 2 Bedroom and 3 Bedroom Apartments. Regards ClaudiaAnswered on 20 October 2020
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- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- City view
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Clothes rack
- Live music/Performance
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Desk
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Parking garage
- Concierge
- ATM on site
- Tour desk
- 24-hour front desk
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveriesAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Laptop safe
- Soundproof rooms
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake-up service/Alarm clock
- Room service
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Locker rooms
- Personal trainer
- Fitness
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- Afrikaans
- English
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The Capital Empire accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
As a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
FAQs about The Capital Empire
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Room options at The Capital Empire include:
- Double
- Apartment
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Yes, The Capital Empire is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The Capital Empire is 6.2 miles from the center of Johannesburg.
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The prices at The Capital Empire may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The Capital Empire offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Massage
- Waxing services
- Live music/Performance
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Personal trainer
- Pedicure
- Beauty services
- Fitness
- Swimming pool
- Manicure
- Facial treatments
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Locker rooms
- Spa facilities
- Themed dinners
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Check-in at The Capital Empire is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Guests staying at The Capital Empire can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- Buffet