The Capital Empire, Johannesburg

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

177 Empire Place, Cnr Rivonia Rd, Sandhurst, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2146
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The Capital Empire, a 4-star Johannesburg hotel rated 8.8/10 on Booking.com, offers stylish accommodations in the heart of Sandton's business and entertainment district. Amenities include high-speed uncapped Wi-Fi, a modern gym, and laundry facilities.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Capital Empire feature contemporary furnishings along with a choice of a king-sized or twin bed. Many accommodations provide private balconies with views, along with en-suite bathrooms that include both a bathtub and shower.

Dining Options

On-site dining options include a stylish restaurant offering freshly prepared dishes with an extensive menu. Guests can also access local eateries such as Stelle Restaurant and Doppio Zero, located within a 0.5 miles radius.

Leisure & Business

Leisure facilities at The Capital Empire include a fitness center equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and easy access to Sandton City Shopping Centre. Professional business services are offered, featuring well-equipped conference rooms suitable for meetings and events.

Transportation & Nearby Attractions

Transportation options include nearby bus and train stations, facilitating easy travel within the city. Key landmarks like the Sandton Convention Centre and Johannesburg Zoo are within a short distance, providing guests with convenient access to local attractions.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Executive Room
2 persons
36 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Room
2 persons
30 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Three-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
152 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Two-Bedroom Apartment
2 persons
116 m² 
2 Queen Size Beds
Shower
Coffee machine
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What’s included

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Sports trainer

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Dinner
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Facial
  • Beauty treatment
  • Massage

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

177 Empire Place, Cnr Rivonia Rd, Sandhurst, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2146
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177 Empire Place, Cnr Rivonia Rd, Sandhurst, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2146
Nearby
Square
Nelson Mandela Square
560 m
Convention Centre
Sandton Convention Center
560 m
Mall
Sandton City Shopping Centre
560 m
Restaurants
Olives & Plates Embassy
200 m
175 Empire Place Embassy towers
Woolworths
500 m
79 Rivonia Road Corner 5th Street
Mugg & Bean
530 m
Cnr Rivonia and Sandton Drive Shop U35
Nando's Sandton City
500 m
Cnr Rivonia Rd & 5th St Shop L71
The Butcher Shop & Grill
1.3 km
West Street - Shop 30
The San Deck
920 m
Corner Fifth and Alice Streets Sandton Sun
Maximillien
1.0 km
Corner 5th Maude Street Legacy Corner Mall - Retail Level 4
Getting around
City Centre
Johannesburg16 min  ·  10.3 km
Airports
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)36 min  ·  23.5 km
Johannesburg (QRA)44 min  ·  29.1 km
Train
Gautrain Sandton Station10 min  ·  800 m
Ellis Park Railway Station15 min  ·  9.7 km
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:30
Check-out
until 10 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of ZAR 275 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
133
Former name
Empire Executive Apartments

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