Southern Sun

Overview

With over 50 years of excellence providing a home away from home, Southern Sun has earned the trust of our guests, who find exceptional quality and service with flair at every one of our distinctive destinations. From functional to luxurious and from exciting to relaxing, Southern Sun offers a brand and a service to suit every traveller’s needs. Comprising an extensive collection of hotels and resorts in South Africa, Africa, the Seychelles and the Middle East, a wide selection of restaurants and bars, and strategically located conference and banqueting facilities, Southern Sun provides exceptional hospitality products of unparalleled variety and scale.

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Accommodation

Where we operate

South Africa
Zambia
Mozambique

Where we’re based

South Africa

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24 Oct 2024

Southern Sun reopens hotel in Tanzania after renovation

Tanzania: Southern Sun has reopened its Dar es Salaam hotel following an extensive refurbishment.

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25 May 2023

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Southern Africa’s Leading Hospitality Group Welcome to Southern Sun, the new name of Tsogo Sun Hotels.

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Southern Sun The Cullinan - Hotel Exterior

outhern Sun The Cullinan is a premier hospitality destination offering grand hotel accommodation in the heart of Cape Town just moments from the Waterfront. Our award-winning hotel is located in one of Cape Town’s most sought after areas, within easy reach of the renowned Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, the Cape Town International Convention Centre, Long Street and other popular landmarks. The hotel offers guests a choice of 394 superbly appointed en-suite rooms, each tastefully furnished and designed for maximum comfort. Classically styled and indulgent, yet incorporating world-class amenities with contemporary emphasis, Southern Sun The Cullinan is beautifully designed. The classical architecture of the building is reflected throughout the hotel, with high ceilings, a balconied mezzanine level, and soaring columns around the pool area. Guests have access to a host of services and amenities, including the large outdoor heated pool with its spacious deck, a fully equipped fitness centre, conference facilities, great dining at The Peach Tree Restaurant, light meals and delicious cocktails at Stella Café & Bar and much more.

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Classically Styled and Indulgent

Southern Sun the Cullinan - Stella Cafe & Bar

Located on the ground floor of Southern Sun The Cullinan, Stella Café & Bar offers fresh, al fresco dining around the magnificent pool. Whether you’re in the mood for tapas delicacies such as Cape Malay Bobotie Springrolls or something a little more substantial like traditional Lamb Cutlets, there’s something for you on the seasonal menu. A wide selection of South Africa’s finest wines are available, handpicked for you. Experience them for yourself in the intimate wine room and let our resident sommelier guide you through a journey of unique tastes. At Southern Sun, we pride ourselves in being the largest buyer of wines at SA’s two most prestigious annual wine auctions: The Nederberg Wine Auction and the Cape Winemakers Guild Auction.

Southern Sun Waterfront - Exterior View of Hotel

Located in the heart of Cape Town’s most tourist-friendly precinct, the Southern Sun Waterfront hotel invites guests to experience the best of the city, great comfort, excellent amenities, and a warm welcome. Our award-winning Cape Town hotel offers 537 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, with options for solo, family and group travel. Rooms feature free uncapped Wi-Fi, air conditioning, DStv and more. Breakfast is included in rates, and two kids under 18 stays for free when sharing with adults. Workout in the gym, make a splash in the pool, get pampered at Utopia Beauty Salon and Spa, and enjoy the convenience of our free shuttle to get you to the V&A Waterfront. Business guests can stay productive in the Business Centre and host meetings in the two adaptable venues. Dining variety includes a big buffet breakfast selection, 18-hour room service, cocktails and all-day dining at Waterfront Bar, and a contemporary taste of South Africa at Yizani restaurant. Our great location puts the Zeitz MOCAA, Two Oceans Aquarium, the V&A, and the City Bowl within 10-minutes’ walk of the hotel.

Southern Sun Waterfront - Pool Deck Area

At Southern Sun Waterfront we want to make it easy for you to relax and keep up a healthy routine. Whether you like to work up a sweat or make a splash, hotel guests have the use of our well-equipped gym and our outdoor pool. During the hot summer days there is nowhere better to be than in our outdoor pool or relaxing on a lounger.

Southern Sun Waterfront

A popular choice with both business guests and visitors wanting extra space, our Executive Rooms offer a great selection of comfort and conveniences with the addition of a small seating area. Each of the Executive Rooms features a flatscreen with DStv, air-conditioning, free uncapped Wi-Fi, an electronic safe, a mini-fridge and other amenities. For extra convenience the rooms have an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, and a comfy king size bed to ensure a good night’s sleep.

SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl

Situated on the corner of Buitengracht and Strand, the SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl hotel combines a design edge with modern city hotel amenities, TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awarded accommodation, and affordability in the very heart of Cape Town. The hotel’s 202 contemporary rooms feature iconic Cape Town views, a sleek en-suite, free uncapped Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, work desk, DStv, and more. Accommodation is available in a choice of great-value Standard Rooms, Family Rooms with two double beds, spacious Executive Rooms, and Suites designed for urban living. Secure basement parking and a location less than 10 minutes from Long Street ensures easy Cape Town exploring. Professional services, a spacious lobby, and five adaptable venues with space for up to 140 delegates make the hotel a favourite for conferencing and events. Just off buzzing Bree Street, Vigour & Verve is a hip, all-day dining experience on the hotel’s ground floor. Head up to the 14Stories Rooftop Bar for drinks with uninterrupted views stretching from Table Mountain to the V&A. Connected to the terrace, an indoor plunge pool for guests is the perfect spot to relax, and the 15th floor gym offers incredible workout views.

Southern Sun de Wagen

Southern Sun de Wagen is an elegant boutique hotel in the heart of South Africa’s most famous wine region. A collection of historic farmstead buildings dating back to the early 1900s have been restored and re-imagined creating a unique and charming boutique hotel in Stellenbosch. A storied history connects Southern Sun de Wagen with South Africa’s early wine and fruit farms of Vredenberg and Lanzerac, and Sir Herbert Baker’s renowned architecture. The establishment’s white-walled Cape Dutch heritage is complemented by elegant interiors across the hotel’s three country houses (Wagenhuis, Kuyperhuis and Roeshuis), which together offer a collection of 22 bedrooms. Exposed wooden beams are admired from comfortable beds, while elegant brass and marble bathrooms are complemented by stylish amenities. Indigenous flora frames a courtyard pool at Kuyperhuis, welcoming lounge areas add to the ambience, and De Volkskombuis restaurant invites guests to experience memorable dining and local wines. Sharing its history with the hotel, De Volkskombuis’ contemporary approach to traditional dishes incorporates the region’s seasonal produce. Experience farm-style dining beside the fire in the restaurant, under the shade of ancient trees or in the privacy of your hotel room. Just 30-minutes from the Mother City, moments from the centre of Stellenbosch, and within easy reach of the areas’ many vineyards, Southern Sun de Wagen is perfectly located for Cape Town getaways and wine-country breaks. All hotel guests can enjoy complimentary unlimited Wi-Fi for the duration of their stay.

Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa

Located in the Kogelberg Biosphere, one of the world’s richest floral reserves, the Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa welcomes visitors to explore the stunning natural surroundings, modern accommodation and wellness in a one-of-a-kind luxury Hermanus hotel. For country escapes just 90-minutes from the heart of Cape Town, business & celebratory events with a difference, indulgent spa treatments and 18-holes of exceptional golf surrounded by fynbos and mountains, discover Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa. Luxury amenities and comforts are offered throughout our Hermanus hotel in 145 modern rooms and suites all featuring well-appointed bathrooms, 24-hour room service, complimentary Wi-Fi, and stunning views from private balconies. Complementing a menu of signature and classic treatments at the spa, the hotel invites guests to relax and revive in the pool, sauna and steam rooms, on the tennis courts and at the gym. Tee-off on the Peter Matkovich designed golf course, practice your swing on the driving range, or learn from the pros at one of South Africa’s top 10 rated golf courses. Team building, conferencing and elegant countryside weddings in the Overberg are looked after by an experienced team in 10 adaptable fully equipped venues with space for up to 350 attendees. A choice of casual all-day dining, farm-to-table menu options and relaxed poolside drinks are savoured at Jamani restaurant and the hotel’s bar and lounge.

54 on Bath

Situated in the leafy Johannesburg suburb of Rosebank, the boutique 54 on Bath hotel offers its guests a signature blend of luxury, style, and intuitive service - ensuring the highest levels of comfort for business and leisure travellers alike. Choose from 75 elegant rooms and suites in one of Johannesburg’s most beautiful destinations. Each en-suite room offers guests a selection of luxury amenities including unlimited Wi-Fi access, 24-hour room service, an espresso machine, a mini-bar, and flat-screen DStv. Champagne, afternoon tea and gourmet dining are served at Level Four restaurant and the Perrier-Jouët garden bar. Guests are invited to work out in the state-of-the-art fitness club and unwind in our sparkling outdoor pool. Conferences and events are hosted in a choice of six adaptable executive spaces. Attractions nearby our Rosebank hotel include Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton City, Melrose Arch, and the Sandton Convention Centre. Connect throughout the city and with Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo International Airport from the nearby Gautrain station.

54 on Bath - Perrier-Jouet Champagne Bar

The Maison Perrier-Jouët Champagne bar and garden in Rosebank is an enchanting space of crafted beauty inspired by the Maison’s delicate floral style. Overlooking the terrace garden, our Johannesburg Champagne bar is the perfect meeting spot for pre-dinner drinks, evening sundowners or celebrating with family and friends. Indulge in Perrier-Jouët uniquely styled signature Champagne range, local MCC’s and wines as well as cocktails and high-end spirits all served with delicious bar snacks in one of Johannesburg’s most loved neighbourhoods.

Sabi River Sun Resort

Close to the gates of one of the world’s most famous safari parks, the Sabi River Sun Resort in Hazyview is a dream destination for a truly special wildlife experience. A beautiful golf course, popular day spa, refined and relaxing accommodation, and the renowned hospitality of Southern Sun ensure this is one of the best holiday resorts near the Kruger National Park. 60 beautifully furnished en-suite rooms are equipped with all the hotel amenities and home comforts you need. Rooms look out over our lush wildlife filled gardens and include uncapped Wi-Fi, flat screen DSTV, air-conditioning, an en-suite bathroom and much more. For timeshare owners, 104 self-catering Chalets are located throughout the resort. Sleeping up to six guests in two bedrooms and a loft bedroom, the Chalets have a private braai area, a fully equipped kitchen and lounge, and are positioned to enjoy the best of the hotel as well as total privacy. With a location near the banks of the Sabie River and close enough to explore Blyde River Canyon, there is no shortage of natural splendour nearby. The resort’s 18-hole golf course, five swimming pools, resident hippos, sports courts, rejuvenating spa, children’s play areas, three adaptable event venues, and the delicious dining at Sesonke Restaurant ensure there is more than enough on your doorstep for a memorable holiday or corporate retreat.

Charities

Chefs with Compassion

HCI Foundation

Website https://www.hcifoundation.co.za/

HCI Foundation (HCIF) is a corporate social investment wing of the holding company Hosken Consolidated Investments, a black empowerment investment company that has its origins in the Southern African Clothing and Textile Workers’ Union. HCIF offers financial and strategic support to non-profit organisations (NPOs) in South Africa.

Kolisi Foundation

Website https://kolisifoundation.org/

The Kolisi Foundation was established in April 2020 by Siya and Rachel Kolisi. The Foundation was birthed through Siya and Rachel’s desire to change the story of inequality in South Africa, responding with compassion and courage to the challenges faced by our nation.

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Southern Sun reopens hotel in Tanzania after renovation

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Southern Sun The Cullinan - Hotel Exterior

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Southern Sun the Cullinan - Stella Cafe & Bar

Southern Sun Waterfront - Exterior View of Hotel

Southern Sun Waterfront - Pool Deck Area

Southern Sun Waterfront

SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl

SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl

SunSquare Cape Town City Bowl

Southern Sun de Wagen

Southern Sun de Wagen

Southern Sun de Wagen

Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa

Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa

Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa

54 on Bath

54 on Bath - Perrier-Jouet Champagne Bar

54 on Bath

Sabi River Sun Resort

Sabi River Sun Resort

Sabi River Sun Resort

Chefs with Compassion

HCI Foundation

Kolisi Foundation