The Reef Hotel
58 Anderson Street Marshalltown, Johannesburg 2017 South Africa
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The 4-star Reef Hotel is a 5-minute drive from Johannesburg's City Hall located in Marshalltown. It has on-site restaurants and modern guest rooms with satellite TV and individual decor. Rooms at Reef Hotel feature floor-to-ceiling black and white photos. Each has a sitting area with a large satellite TV. The private bathroom offers a separate bathtub and shower in a deluxe room and a shower only in a standard room. Reef Hotel's restaurants uses fresh, seasonal ingredients to prepare both South African and international cuisine. The hotel's in-house Rooftop bar offers South African wine, international champagne and has panoramic views of Johannesburg. The Apartheid Museum is a 5 minute drive from Reef Hotel. Many of Johannesburg's art galleries are also nearby. Complimentary shuttle is available within a 5KM radius subject to availability.
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Property amenities
Paid private parking on-site
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Nightclub / DJ
Airport transportation
Business Centre with Internet Access
Conference facilities
Baggage storage
Car park
Wifi
Coffee shop
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Snack bar
Rooftop bar
Shuttle bus service
Car hire
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Sun terrace
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
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VIP room facilities
Bottled water
Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to TGCSA - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa.
HOTEL STYLE
Centrally Located
Family
Languages Spoken
English, French, German, Xhosa and 1 more
Location
58 Anderson Street Marshalltown, Johannesburg 2017 South Africa
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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If you are traveing to Johannesburgh for any reason, business, personal, with family or friends, then you stay at the Reef Hotel. Its selling points include affordability, proximity to the Airport and the Gautrain, the public transportation system that will get you where you need to go in the city, the comfortability of the rooms where you will sleep, the quality of service by those that work there, and the breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the restaurant within the hotel. It is quiet and within walking distance of many sites you may want to visit when in Johannesburgh. Affordable cabs or taxis can drive you to Mandel's House, Soweto, and the Futbol stadiums which may be a 10-15 minute drive away.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Room Tip: There is not a bad room in the entire hotel. You can't lose staying at this hotel.
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This is a good central hotel to explore the sights. It is walking distance to the Ghandi Mall and the tallest building in the city. The rooms are best described as spartan. clean and functional but no frills. There is a nice restaurant attached on the main floor and second more upscale dining room on an upper floor. These is a nice partially covered and partially open air bar on the roof. Good place to spend the night as it is well attended. Also gives a great view of the city and sunsets. close to the hop on bus route.
Appears to be a popular hotel. Well priced and close to several nice street fare restaurants.
Appears to be a popular hotel. Well priced and close to several nice street fare restaurants.
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Date of stay: January 2020
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The lobby's stylish decor and inviting atmosphere set the tone for a great stay.
The room was spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated, with all the amenities I needed for a comfortable stay.
The hotel's facilities were top-notch, including a modern gym, a luxurious pool, and a delicious restaurant offering a variety of mouth-watering dishes. The hotel's central location meant that I was spoiled for choice when it came to dining and entertainment options just steps away from the property.
Overall, I cannot recommend the Reef enough. Whether you're in town for business or leisure, this hotel provides everything you need for a truly memorable stay in a prime location.
The room was spacious, clean, and beautifully decorated, with all the amenities I needed for a comfortable stay.
The hotel's facilities were top-notch, including a modern gym, a luxurious pool, and a delicious restaurant offering a variety of mouth-watering dishes. The hotel's central location meant that I was spoiled for choice when it came to dining and entertainment options just steps away from the property.
Overall, I cannot recommend the Reef enough. Whether you're in town for business or leisure, this hotel provides everything you need for a truly memorable stay in a prime location.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Nkina Motsoeneng, Guest Services / Front Office at The Reef Hotel
Responded 14 Jan 2024
Good day, we're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay with us was comfortable. Your kind words about our location and amenities truly made our day. We can't wait to welcome you back soon!
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We booked a room for 2 people but got one bottle of water in our room. There were no tea spoons and only had one cup to make coffee but the room was booked for 2 adults. The safe stopped working and had to call reception twice to the issue resolved. Parking was a nightmare because security closed doors after midnight and we were not told. The service is a joke
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Date of stay: March 2020
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When we checked in the initial room was smelly Howard who was an amazing reception made sure we get another room. Room service food takes forever to get to the room. I however enjoyed my Lamb chops and mash. On our last day some of our alcohol that was left in the room got missing which then made us leave the hotel. When I went for breakfast in the restaurant they couldn't do soft poached eggs I ended up not eating breakfast. It was a disappointing stay. Our room had no sufficient windows for fresh air.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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The customer service sucks, they are so rude and act to people like they doing them favor for booking.
I went there to lay a complain, I could not see a manager except on appointment, I left a note and never got a call back. R5500 was taken without using the service for even just a night
I went there to lay a complain, I could not see a manager except on appointment, I left a note and never got a call back. R5500 was taken without using the service for even just a night
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Date of stay: December 2020
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During this pandemic you would think that people would be happy to have a job and be grateful to have the opportunity but for the people at the reception it is unfortunately not the case.
Do they even follow labour laws in that hotel because most of the staff work long hours 12+ hours shift and as a result they clearly don’t give a darn about their customers it’s crazy.
Breakfast is average at best... with a limited choice.. I enjoyed the lunch and dinner option...
Prepare to wait a very long time to get your room service order as it is the same member of staff that works in the restaurant that also bring the food in the room so when they’re busy.. you’re out of luck.. best to order the food downstairs at the restaurant and bring it up yourself to your room.
There isn’t any lobby to seat or lounge. The rooftop is out dated and in serious need of renovation the view isn’t great anyway.
Only positive is the room and the comfortable bed.
Shout out to the chambermaids and the chef. Special thanks to Sizwe for his professionalism and good humou. He and the chef were really lovely.
.. however, those receptionists need to get a proper training on how to deal with customers. They never smile and have this nonchalant attitude it’s ridiculous.
I stayed there for about 3 weeks and trust it wasn’t fun seeing their mean mug on the regular.. no form of respect or appreciation no hi or hellos.
I had to literally fight to get the engineering come to fix the AC in my room on the top floor.. the internet didn’t work for about a week I was there on the top floor although I had told them multiple times. I had to resort to using my data until I put my foot down and demanded to have a room change.. You would think that they would’ve thought of it as they advertise this hotel as being a 4 star..
It is not I’d give it a 2 1/2 star rating.. to be honest.
Do they even follow labour laws in that hotel because most of the staff work long hours 12+ hours shift and as a result they clearly don’t give a darn about their customers it’s crazy.
Breakfast is average at best... with a limited choice.. I enjoyed the lunch and dinner option...
Prepare to wait a very long time to get your room service order as it is the same member of staff that works in the restaurant that also bring the food in the room so when they’re busy.. you’re out of luck.. best to order the food downstairs at the restaurant and bring it up yourself to your room.
There isn’t any lobby to seat or lounge. The rooftop is out dated and in serious need of renovation the view isn’t great anyway.
Only positive is the room and the comfortable bed.
Shout out to the chambermaids and the chef. Special thanks to Sizwe for his professionalism and good humou. He and the chef were really lovely.
.. however, those receptionists need to get a proper training on how to deal with customers. They never smile and have this nonchalant attitude it’s ridiculous.
I stayed there for about 3 weeks and trust it wasn’t fun seeing their mean mug on the regular.. no form of respect or appreciation no hi or hellos.
I had to literally fight to get the engineering come to fix the AC in my room on the top floor.. the internet didn’t work for about a week I was there on the top floor although I had told them multiple times. I had to resort to using my data until I put my foot down and demanded to have a room change.. You would think that they would’ve thought of it as they advertise this hotel as being a 4 star..
It is not I’d give it a 2 1/2 star rating.. to be honest.
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Date of stay: December 2020Trip type: Travelled solo
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I am giving this hotel 0 for cleanliness
Hygiene 0- Security 0 - Car Parking 0
Their pillows have a smell of having been used by 1000 people. - The mat needs deep cleaning
Everything about this hotel does not justify their 4 star rating. I would not recommend the hotel to anyone.
Hygiene 0- Security 0 - Car Parking 0
Their pillows have a smell of having been used by 1000 people. - The mat needs deep cleaning
Everything about this hotel does not justify their 4 star rating. I would not recommend the hotel to anyone.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled on business
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Excellent service and a great stay I had. I had a great time at the roof top whereby the other village was being held and also was very impressed with their spacious comfortable room. I am definitely making a come back.
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Date of stay: June 2021
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Amazing place and hotel to be. What a great time we had, the employees are very helpful and friendly and always available to help you. The guy at reception is wonderful and we had a great time. One night meant a week! Wow
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled on business
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Went by Gautrain to Park and from there with Uber. Back the same was good.
Dear Rizwan,
Thank you for your question. We are located in the Central Business District about 10 streets from Park Station.
Baby cot can be arranged with reception. We take a deposit of R 300 for the cot. Please feel free to contact us at 011 689 1000.
Hope to see you soon.
Kind regards,
Yash
We had a private driver, not from the hotel but Uber works great. It is about 30 minutes form the airport. I don't know if they offer tours but they are very friendly and helpful so I am sure that they could assist you with that. I haven't seen a pool in the hotel by the way...
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PRICE RANGE
R 650 - R 1,159 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaGautengGreater JohannesburgJohannesburg
NUMBER OF ROOMS
120
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Reef Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to The Reef Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Standard Bank Gallery (0.2 km), James Findlay - Collectable Books & Maps (0.3 km), and Montecasino Bird Gardens (0.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Reef Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a rooftop bar, free wifi, and an on-site restaurant.
What food & drink options are available at The Reef Hotel?
Guests can enjoy a rooftop bar, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at The Reef Hotel?
Yes, a parking garage, paid private parking on-site, and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Reef Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include La Parada Rosebank, Sadie's Bistro, and The Blockman Parkhurst.
Does The Reef Hotel have airport transportation?
Yes, The Reef Hotel offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is The Reef Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.5 km away from the centre of Johannesburg.
Are any cleaning services offered at The Reef Hotel?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does The Reef Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Reef Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, German, Zulu, and Xhosa.
Are there any historical sites close to The Reef Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct (2.1 km), Johannesburg Fort (2.2 km), and Nelson Mandela Foundation (6.8 km).