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The Capital Empire

4.0 star property
Hotel with a full-service spa, a short walk to Sandton City Mall

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
Penthouse | Living area | LCD TV
Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk
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The Capital Empire in central Sandton offers an upscale getaway with a spa, massages, and facials. Enjoy breakfast at The Veranda, relax by the outdoor pool or on the sunny terrace. Free WiFi and dry cleaning available. Guests praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Room service
The current price is ฿2,696
฿3,100 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept

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Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 152 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 86 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Executive Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
  • 116 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
177 Empire Place, cnr Rivonia Road, Sandton, Gauteng, 2196

What's nearby

  • Sandton City Mall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sandton Convention Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Rosebank Mall - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 10 min walk
  • Rosebank Station - 11 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Doppio Zero - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Capital Empire

Upscale hotel near Sandton City Mall
Nelson Mandela Square is located near The Capital Empire, which provides an airport shuttle, a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to a facial, a manicure/pedicure or a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site Fusion cuisine restaurant, The Veranda, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and pool views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and babysitting (surcharge)
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in reception and a TV in reception
Room features
All 130 individually furnished rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Childcare services and free infant beds
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle up to 5 kilometres
  • Free train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Free covered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 275 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Veranda

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 500 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 275 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 500 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 200600650107

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Empire Executive Apartments & Hotel
Empire Executive Apartments & Hotel Johannesburg
Empire Executive Johannesburg
Capital Empire Hotel Johannesburg
Capital Empire Hotel
Capital Empire Johannesburg
Capital Empire Hotel Sandton
Capital Empire Sandton
Capital Empire
The Capital Empire Sandton Greater Johannesburg
Empire Executive Apartments Hotel
The Capital Empire Hotel
The Capital Empire Sandton
The Capital Empire Hotel Sandton

Frequently asked questions

Does The Capital Empire have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Capital Empire?

As of 9 Sep 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Capital Empire on 24 Sep 2025 start from ฿2,695.62, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Capital Empire pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Capital Empire?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Capital Empire?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Capital Empire?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does The Capital Empire provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per vehicle, one-way fee applies.

Where is The Capital Empire located?

Located in Sandton, this spa hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sandton City Mall and Nelson Mandela Square. Sandton Convention Centre and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are also within 1 mile (2 km). Johannesburg Sandton Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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