Nestled in the heart of Arcadia, Southern Sun Pretoria offers a tranquil retreat. Start your day with a breakfast buffet, lounge by the seasonal pool, or stroll through the garden. With an international cuisine restaurant and bar on site, you'll find plenty to enjoy.
Cnr. Steve Biko And Pretorius Streets, Pretoria, GP, 83
What's nearby
Union Buildings - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
National Zoological Gardens of South Africa - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
UNISA - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Loftus Versfeld Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
University of Pretoria - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Getting around
Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 38 min drive
Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria) - 45 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Barcelos - 10 min walk
Roman's Pizza - 13 min walk
KFC - 9 min walk
europa lounge - 10 min walk
McDonald's - 4 min walk
About this property
Southern Sun Pretoria
Located in the entertainment district, Southern Sun Pretoria is a great choice for a stay in Pretoria. Guests can indulge in spa services at the spa, and international cuisine is served at Oasis Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a fitness centre are other highlights.
At a glance
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Hotel size
240 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (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
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Babysitting*
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Secured on-site self-parking (ZAR 50 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children's pool
Bowling alley
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Tennis
Volleyball
Bowling alley
Mountain biking
Canoeing
Shopping
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Arcade/games room
Full-service spa
Sauna
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairwells
Raised toilet seat
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Turndown service
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa.
Dining
Oasis Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 670 per person (one-way)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 1 and 18 costs ZAR 670 (one-way)
Parking
Secured self-parking costs ZAR 50 per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
National rating
Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Southern Sun Pretoria offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Southern Sun Pretoria does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Southern Sun Pretoria?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Southern Sun Pretoria?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Southern Sun Pretoria?
Yes. Self-parking costs ZAR 50 per night.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Southern Sun Pretoria?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 670 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Southern Sun Pretoria?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Southern Sun Pretoria?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Time Square Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Southern Sun Pretoria and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as mountain biking and rowing, and practise your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes bowling and volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Southern Sun Pretoria also has a seasonal outdoor pool, a sauna and a fitness centre, as well as an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Southern Sun Pretoria?
Yes, Oasis Restaurant offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Southern Sun Pretoria like?
Southern Sun Pretoria is a short 15-minute walk from State Theatre and 19 minutes' walk from Union Buildings.
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Southern Sun Pretoria Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
10 Jun 2025
Met our family needs.
NGONILE
NGONILE, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Aug 2024
Good location, good hospitality, welcome fruits and wine was great.
Taichi
Taichi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Feb 2025
Wonderful accommodations, conveniently located near the Union Buildings in Pretoria.
Julie
Julie, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Jun 2025
It suited needs of my family including 2 baby twins.
Nico
Nico, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Feb 2024
Excellent place
It was an amazing stay, the rooms are clean.
Jeanmoud
Jeanmoud, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jul 2024
Central location, great breakfast, wonderful staff. A home in Pretoria.
Luis
Luis, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Mar 2024
Excellent service
My stay was very oeace and relaximg, I had to reason to complain about anything
Degracia
Degracia, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Aug 2024
Nice
mukendi
mukendi, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
1 Mar 2025
The room AC make a lot of nosy.
Monteiro
Monteiro, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Feb 2024
Cleanliness
It was so amazing, room was clean all times, linen and towels were spotless and pure white.
Dimakatso
Dimakatso, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Dec 2022
Excellent
Perfect
Verified traveller
4-night trip
6/10 Good
25 Aug 2024
Men staff at front desk are not friendly, especially the older one.
Obey
Obey, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
11 Aug 2022
The building is old and need an update. Toilet does not work, could not flush. Staff are kind and nice--Goodman was very helpful