As the major international gateway to South Africa, Johannesburg is sure to feature on most itineraries. The Gauteng region, also know as ‘the Place of Gold’, is the smallest of the nine provinces. This region has a lot to offer the traveller interested in discovering Gauteng. Some places of interest include The Apartheid Museum, The Cradle of Humankind at Sterkfontein - Gauteng’s famous World Heritage Site, and the townships. Gauteng is one of the largest producers of gold and diamonds in the world and Johannesburg is known as the shopping paradise of the country with its world class malls.

One of our preferred hotels is the Le Châtelat Boutique Hotel which is perfectly situated in Sandton, the shoppers paradise. This magnificent property features exquisite French décor, charming gardens and a unique ambience.

The luxurious estate nestles in the leafy, security controlled suburb of Sandhurst, the most sought-after address in the Johannesburg region. Le Châtelat is an ideal base for the discerning visitor or business executive who wishes to be close to Sandton’s vibrant CBD, cosmopolitan Nelson Mandela Square, stylish Hyde Park or trendy Rosebank. The Sandton Convention Centre, Wanderers Sports Club with it’s renowned international cricket ground, major business and shopping centres, restaurants, cinemas, gymnasiums and every conceivable facility are only minutes away making this the ideal place to stay.

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