See all properties

Bannister Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Neighbourgoods Market

Choose dates to view prices

your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Bannister Hotel

Reception
Restaurant
Front of property
Reception
Ensuite - Room - Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

7.4 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Nightclub
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Flat-panel TV
The price is $43
includes taxes & fees
$36 per night
Nov 25 - Nov 26

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for En-Suite Room Standard King

En-Suite Room Standard King | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

En-Suite Room Standard King

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for En-Suite Room - Special King

En-Suite Room - Special King | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

En-Suite Room - Special King

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for En-suite Room - Double Bed

In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

En-suite Room - Double Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Ensuite - Room - Queen Bed

Ensuite - Room - Queen Bed | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ensuite - Room - Queen Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for En-suite Room Twin Bed

En-suite Room Twin Bed | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

En-suite Room Twin Bed

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Similar properties

Outdoor pool, sun loungers

ANEW Hotel Parktonian Johannesburg

Pool
Airport transfer
Parking available
Free WiFi
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (369)
The price is $58
includes taxes & fees
$49 per night
Nov 29 - Nov 30
ANEW Hotel Parktonian Johannesburg
Mod logo
Earn OneKeyCash on thousands of hotels when you sign in and book. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the neighborhood

Map
9 De Beer Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2001

What's nearby

  • University of Witwatersrand - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Newtown Junction Mall - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Johannesburg Zoo - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Ellis Park Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Gold Reef City Casino - 7 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 29 min drive
  • Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA) - 59 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 13 min walk
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kitchener's Carvery Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Artivist - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lamunu Restaurant & Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bannister Hotel

Bannister Hotel features a nightclub and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Gold Reef City Casino and Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall are within a short drive.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, Portuguese, Xhosa, Zulu

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 43 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Free offsite parking nearby; reservations required

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1952
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Nightclub
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Bannister Hotel Johannesburg
Bannister Johannesburg
Bannister Hotel Hotel
Bannister Hotel Johannesburg
Bannister Hotel Hotel Johannesburg

Frequently asked questions

Does Bannister Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Bannister Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Bannister Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Bannister Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bannister Hotel?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Bannister Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gold Reef City Casino (7-min drive) and Montecasino (20-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Bannister Hotel and nearby?
Bannister Hotel has a nightclub.
Are there restaurants at or near Bannister Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Bannister Hotel like?
Bannister Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from University of Witwatersrand and 14 minutes' walk from Newtown Junction Mall.

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Kabelo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was really amazing spending my holidays there
Alex, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Usif, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Samukele, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The Bannister Hotel is very conveniently situated for access to Witwatersrand University, where I was doing some research in archives. On arrival, my first impression was discouraging because of people hanging around outside, but the room was good and comfortable and I settled in well. Overall I enjoyed my stay. The "Bannister Breakfast" is very adequate and nicely cooked and served. I had my evening meals in. The bar/restaurant can be quite noisy, but I adjusted to that. The food was good and service quite quick. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The hotel is situated in the city centre and there is always some anxiety about security and safety. I was not happy that a fire escape door near my room was kept open because it provided access to three outside rooms. I shut it from my mind, but very early one morning (3.30am) I woke to hear someone on the metal steps, and that unsettled me. That was the only negative during my stay.
Michael, 4-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff at this hotel are wonderfully friendly, always happy to help. During my stay there, I did not even realize that there electricity blackout in Johannesburg everyday. The restaurant bar downstairs has a good range of food at a reasonable price with very friendly crews. It gets busy and noisy there during the weekend with a DJ playing good music. That gives a good and convenient option to chill without going to places that may not be safe. However, if loud music is not your thing, just ask during check-in for quiet rooms. The receptionist did get me one of those quiet rooms. I will totally go back there any time I visit Johannesburg and has business to do in Braamfontein.
Helarie Rose, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Jabu, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

I wouldn't recommend it to anyone
There is a lot of noise, the parking was terrible after parking our car we had to walk in a dark alley and the security who opened the gate for us was very annoyed when we asked questions. Our room had a terrible smell and opening the windows didn't help.
Kelebogile, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Mapitso, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

shaiq, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nomfaneleko, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Bad review not recommended
Had to look for other accomadations. Not a 8.0 hotel. In the slums. Man hanging out on stairs. Desk agent never addressed me. Area made me feel unsafe
sandra, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Waddilove, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Aftab, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Malesela, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

WELL LOCTED HOTEL IN DESPERATE NEED OF ATTENTION
The Bannister Hotel is in probably the best location in this part of the city when it comes to eateries, markets and entertainment, it is a very basic 3 star but more 2-star standard and not very well maintained and run. It is grubby in places and just not hygienic or clean and had some strange smells and air-con in rooms that is too warm and air-con in public areas that is freezing. Service is decent if slow. Bed comfort below average and awful very soft p[illows and a shower with plastic shower curtain.It is very noisy at night, but I can accept that and you must be prepared for it,so getting peaceful sleep if you a light sleeper may be an issue.
STUART, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Rene, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Busisiwe, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

A Little Disappointed
There is lots of room for improvement. There were cockroaches in the room. Kettle was missing. during checkin we were told that breakfast was not included and yet the booking online included breakfast.
Cheryllyn, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A good nigjt at Bannister
The receptuin staff was very friendly and the dormitory clean.
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Siphiwe, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Nice place, good restaurant. As others have commented, the place is a bit loud but fine with earplugs (could be really bad on a Friday or Saturday night though..). Poor rating because what’s up with the shower? We had a twin bed room—two people who don’t even share a bed. The wall between the shower and the bed room is not a ‘wall’ but frosted glass. We could watch each other shower. Awkward.
Kmm, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Brad, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

First the good: staff were incredibly friendly as a helpful, the hotel restaurant and bar served good food, and the location is hard to beat in Braamfontein (other than noise from the bars downstairs and next door). I was in a king superior room. The room was much more rundown than pictures online would lead to believe. And the room was not clean--dirty floors, hairs on the sheets, stains on the walls and ceilings. They provided a base for an electric tea kettle, but no tea kettle. And the room had no air conditioning, only a fan, but there was only one electrical outlet so you can't plug in the fan and the desk lamp (or any other appliance or device) at the same time.
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review