Name: Garden Court Sandton City
Address: Corner of Maude and West Streets, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa, Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA
Price range: US$65–US$147 per night
Rating: 8.5

What guests think

At Garden Court Sandton City, guests consistently praise the central, safe location by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City, friendly staff, and a generous breakfast, while noting basic rooms with limited in-room amenities and occasional maintenance or noise issues.

Facilities include a decent gym, convenient parking, and a pleasant garden with a popular bar and restaurant; feedback on the pool ranges from adequate to disappointing. Rooms and common areas are generally clean, and many find strong value for money, but a few housekeeping lapses and aging furnishings are mentioned. Expect a comfortable, well-located base for shopping and business rather than a luxury stay.

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Facilities

Guests like the decent gym, convenient underground parking, and the on-site bar/restaurant and garden. The pool is available, but feedback on its size and upkeep is mixed.

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Sorrel

15 Feb 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

Rooms clean and reasonable size Very good breakfast. Friendly staff. Only downside was room keys continuously had to be reprogrammed. Hotel delt with load shedding well.

10

Jude

31 Jan 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Visitors should be directed where to park , before clamping and asking them to pay for parking in the wrong place after visiting

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Susan

8 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very gracious staff, food in grill is good. Pool is adquate, decent gym for workout

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Venix srl

21 Jun 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Overall was a very good experience, the pool was absolutely too dirty to use.

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Diana

24 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and efficient customer service.the room was nice , very comfortable bed, Good gym and stairs outside , perfect for exercising. Great value!

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Pamela

9 Mar 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely property right across from Nelson Mandella Square with lots of patio seating restaurants and a great shopping mall also with lots of restaurants, a food court, a grocery store, and a movie theater. The lobby could use a furniture upgrade, but the staff is professional, friendly, and accommodating. The pool and accompanying garden setting is both peaceful and comfortable. The hotel restaurant has great food, great service, and a lovely streetside patio. And the beds are comfortable. Wi-fi is okay. Not a lot to choose from on the telly. If you like to shower with a wash cloth, bring your own. No mini-fridge. New carpet and lobby makeover would make this an all are five star review.

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carl

24 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great breakfast and Riffs bar and grill excellent

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Carrie

26 Jan 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Only issue is pool is small and unheated with only four lounge chairs- not conducive to relaxing.

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Paula

3 Mar 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Not the fanciest hotel, but for the price it was great. So close to Nelson Mandela Square, the bed was super comfortable and the bar/restaurant had excellent food. I also enjoyed the garden area.

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Imraan

15 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location of hotel is very good, got an early check in which was great, plenty of parking underground and room nice size. However the aircon was not working when i checked in and although it was repaired after i complained, it did not blow cold air rather a mixture of cold and warm. The tub chair in the room had one leg bent so if you get up from it, it falls over and the coffee table which is attached to the dressing table wa tilting and thus not level.

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Cleanliness

Many reviews describe rooms and public areas as clean or immaculate. A few note lapses such as a dirty towel or stained bedding, and some signs of wear.

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pius

1 Dec 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Clean room and comfortable bed

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EDWIN

14 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Friendly staff and clean rooms

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Steven

19 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Wonderful friendly and helpful staff. Room was very very clean. Excellent Big breakfast

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Nikitha

25 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Property is in a great location but hotel is old and not really well maintained. Breakfast was great

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Skander

7 Oct 2022

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Stayed 8 nights

Bon emplacement, securisé , proche du centre Mandela Square donc proche de plusieurs restaurants surtout pour les diners. Petit dejeuner varié et riche. Propre et calme. Service de chambre quotidien et discret.

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Ndabazinengi

8 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms and the hotel in general was neat and immaculate. The food was excellent and staff very friendly. The place is well located within the shopping mall. Loved it!

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Gilberto Hugo

9 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Quarto limpo

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Megan

13 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

While the staff was friendly and kind the facility had problems. The toilet constantly ran. We had a corner shower that was so small you had to shower with the door open to actually wash yourself. During 1 night there was people in the courtyard yelling and laughing till after 1am. When we arrived there was blood on the duvet cover. Multiple times we were our genset (which isn't the problem) the problem is that their parking garage has minimal ventilation which makes it a hazard to be in because the fumes from the genset are so thick in the air. I would not stay at this hotel again. While the location is convenient there are plenty of other options.

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MARIA

4 Oct 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel en excelente ubicación, en zona muy segura. Excelente atención del personal, servicio de reservación de traslados y tours. Muy buen desayuno.

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FABIANE RITTER

2 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The bathroom towel was dirty, overall the hotel is good value for money.

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Rooms

Rooms are comfortable but basic, with several mentions of small size or dated decor, plus street or nightlife noise. A recurring gripe is the lack of a fridge (sometimes microwave) and occasional AC or maintenance issues.

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Eiji

5 Feb 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

部屋は、清潔なのですが、冷蔵庫がないこと、シャンプーとボディソープが一体なっており、気になる方はシャンプー、リンスをお持ちください。歯ブラシ、スリッパはありません。

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Diana

24 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and efficient customer service.the room was nice , very comfortable bed, Good gym and stairs outside , perfect for exercising. Great value!

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ayaz

9 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Put mini fridge and microwave in the room.

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Zuhair

26 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Location is ideal. The rooms are fairly dated. Mattress was like a trampoline. Shower was claustrophobic. Breakfast was good.

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Sue

11 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great stay. The room was a bit small and the traffic at night kept us awake

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Andreia

25 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms are a quite outdated, but the location is great.

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Marcella

12 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hotel muito bem localizado e atendimento muito bom. Café da manhã com bastante opção e uma vista bonita pro jardim. Muito perto da Mandela square, da pra ir a pé. Bar do hotel tem bons drinks e comida gostosa. Quarto bem pequeno, sem frigobar e sem água.

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Ndifanji

4 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It is located within 2 minutes to the Nelson Mandale Square making it a perfect lodging for shoppers. The rooms are not spacious if you prefer spacious rooms. Otherwise great staff service

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Imraan

15 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location of hotel is very good, got an early check in which was great, plenty of parking underground and room nice size. However the aircon was not working when i checked in and although it was repaired after i complained, it did not blow cold air rather a mixture of cold and warm. The tub chair in the room had one leg bent so if you get up from it, it falls over and the coffee table which is attached to the dressing table wa tilting and thus not level.

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Melissa

30 Aug 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

The double bed in the family room was extremely uncomfortable. Room also has no fridge. Everything else was ok.

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Service

Service is frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and professional, with smooth check-in. Some report issues such as unresolved maintenance, repeated key reprogramming, or parking enforcement frustrations.

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Munira

18 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Location was great convenient with easy access to the Nelson Mandela square and shopping - the service was not that great as the safe was not operational - we called concierge and they sent an incompetent attendant and was never fixed till the end of our stay - also the bedside lamp did not work

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Diana

24 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very friendly and efficient customer service.the room was nice , very comfortable bed, Good gym and stairs outside , perfect for exercising. Great value!

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Rodney

3 Mar 2023

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Stayed 10 nights

This was my second time staying at the Garden Court Hotel in Sandton, and it always lives up to my expectations. The friendly staff, easy access to shopping and dining, cleanliness of the facilities is what makes this Hotel an excellent destination.

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Dorcas

16 Jan 2026

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff were very friendly and helpful. Right from the Reception, the Concierge and the hosts in the dining. Big up to Lorato at the omelette station

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Rodney

8 Dec 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

This was my third time staying at this hotel, and I recommend it highly. The staff are always friendly and attentive to your needs. The rooms are comfortable and clean. With close proximity to Mandela Square Mall it should be a must stay on your visit to Sandton City.

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sally

7 Sept 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Great service

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Ndabazinengi

8 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms and the hotel in general was neat and immaculate. The food was excellent and staff very friendly. The place is well located within the shopping mall. Loved it!

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Jenny

15 Jan 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

I had a nice time staying there and the staff were really nice

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Jacqui

3 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Location is great. Good service. Staff always do their best

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Sylvia

9 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Nicest staff, friendly & helpful. None better

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Location

Outstanding central spot beside Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City, with many feeling safe walking to shops and restaurants and close to the Gautrain. A few mention nighttime noise or minor security concerns nearby.

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Gabriela

20 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Localização excelente, ótimo custo benefício

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John

23 Jan 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Near the Mall with almos all services required under one roof. Near the train too.

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Jason

6 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Easy access from the airport via the Guatrian. And conveniently close to Sandton city

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Tadanori

17 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

サントン駅から歩いて行け、周辺にモールがあり便利。

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Boris

6 Dec 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location, next to Sandton City Mall and Nelson Mandela Square. Would recommend.

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angelica

6 Mar 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The location is superb and very safe If you can offort Michelangelo o Leonardo that has a nice roof top go for it!

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Ndabazinengi

8 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms and the hotel in general was neat and immaculate. The food was excellent and staff very friendly. The place is well located within the shopping mall. Loved it!

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Talc

14 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Nice safe area

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Stephen

18 Aug 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel is in a great location - within very short walking distance of two shopping malls with plenty of shops and restaurants. The breakfast at the restaurant is a full buffet and will fill you up for a full day of whatever you have planned. The only drawback was the large school group that stayed at the hotel during the final night of our stay and made a lot of noise and disturbed our sleep during the night.

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Melissa

12 Jul 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Centrally located next to the Mall.

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Dining

Breakfast is widely praised for quality and variety, and the on-site restaurant/bar receives positive feedback. A few guests request more halal options.

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Mei

4 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Friendly staff, delicious breakfast

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Anne

2 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Ideal location next to Nelson Mandela square & fabulous shopping centre! Safe & quiet. Small rooms but clean & excellent breakfast!!

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Wellington

29 Jul 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very convenient and friendly staff. Breakfast is top notch.

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Kevin

5 Mar 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Garden City Sandton offers a comfortable and convenient stay in a prime location. The hotel is clean and well-maintained, with a friendly and helpful staff that ensures a smooth experience. Situated in a safe area, it’s perfect for those who enjoy walking to nearby shopping centers and restaurants. The on-site restaurant provides a decent dining option, but the highlight is the great buffet breakfast, which offers a variety of fresh and delicious choices. Overall, a solid choice for both business and leisure travelers looking for a hassle-free stay in Sandton. Highly recommend.

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Ndabazinengi

8 Feb 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

Rooms and the hotel in general was neat and immaculate. The food was excellent and staff very friendly. The place is well located within the shopping mall. Loved it!

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carl

24 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great breakfast and Riffs bar and grill excellent

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james

28 Sept 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Great staff with a lovely food in the restaurant and rooms service. Great value for money in this hotels STAR range

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Dorcas

20 Dec 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Nothing to fault, good stay for my visit. Breakfast options were quite varied.

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Cindy

28 Aug 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff were amazing. Breakfast awesome. The omelette lady in glasses did her work with passion. I would definitely stay here again in my next visit. Proximity to all amenities is a plus for this facility.

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Hafswa

16 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Exceptional services! Love your breakfast buffet, would be great if you had more Halaal options.

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Month	Average price
January	US$78
February	US$91
March	US$83
April	US$85
May	US$78
June	US$77
July	US$84
August	US$84
September	US$85
October	US$88
November	US$103
December	US$80

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
		1	2	3	4	5
6 $82	7 $85	8 $99	9 $76	10 $68	11 $65	12 $65
13 $81	14 $82	15 $93	16 $67	17 $70	18 $66	19 $65
20 $65	21 $65	22 $65	23 $65	24 $65	25 $87	26 $84
27 $69	28 $65	29 $68	30 $89

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $98	2 $94	3 $104
4 $98	5 $147	6 $87	7 $82	8 $87	9 $79	10 $65
11 $69	12 $69	13 $66	14 $67	15 $70	16 $70	17 $70
18 $69	19 $69	20 $70	21 $70	22 $70	23 $69	24 $68
25 $65	26 $69	27 $69	28 $69	29 $69	30 $70	31 $70

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