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Insights at Sanctuary Mandela

Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50 Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
South African
Location Pointer 4 13th Ave, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, 2198, South Africa
4.8
(710 reviews)
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Attributes

  • Romantic
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Reviewers' Choice 2022 - Newcomer
  • Reviewers' Choice 2023 - Top 100
  • Reviewers' Choice 2024 - Top 50

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Set in Nelson Mandela’s primary place of residence in the leafy-green suburb of Houghton, Johannesburg, Sanctuary Mandelas the home Madiba lived in after he returned from Robben Island, where he hosted the likes of Michelle Obama and Bill Clinton which later became the headquarters of the Nelson Mandela Foundation. Sanctuary Mandela is now a re-envisioned residency, a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel with 9 curated rooms and offers retreat spaces for reflection, healing and thought-provoking experiences inspired by the life and times of Nelson Mandela.

In Nelson Mandela’s household, food was more than sustenance. It was about tradition, family, home, sharing and enjoying meals with those he loved. In memory of his love for food, our fine dining restaurant serves as a tribute to his favourite dishes as previously prepared by his long-time personal chef, Xoliswa Ndoyiya.

Opening Hours

  • Monday 06h30 - 20h30
  • Tuesday 06h30 - 20h30
  • Wednesday 06h30 - 20h30
  • Thursday 06h30 - 20h30
  • Friday 06h30 - 20h30
  • Saturday 06h30 - 20h30
  • Sunday 06h30 - 20h30

Reviews (710)

4.8 out of 5.0
Based on the past 12 months
Food 4.7
Value 4.6
Service 4.9
Ambience 4.9
  • Rudy S. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Fri 04 Jul 25
    Will definitely go back, what a wonderful experience. The staff is friendly, welcoming and they make sure you enjoy your time there. The live band is amazing and create just a beautiful atmosphere.

  • Elona M. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 4.0

    Reviewed on: Tue 01 Jul 25
    Such a beautiful experience. The jazz show was amazing and the history was rich during the tour. The food was top notch, possibly the best dessert I’ve ever had. Fantastic and would strongly recommend.

  • Ntuthu M. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 30 Jun 25
    Definitely coming back.

  • Lebo D. Dined: 1 week ago
    4.8
    Food 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 30 Jun 25
    Fantastic time spent! The band that was playing was great, the staff was welcoming, accommodating and attentive. The tour was good and educational. Can't wait to return, very happy

  • Ziyanda N. Dined: 1 week ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Thabiso Dined: 2 weeks ago
    4.3
    Food 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Service 4.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 23 Jun 25
    Sorbet desert needs more creativity... It needs Madiba Magic! All other dishes were great!

  • Prince Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Sat 21 Jun 25
    We enjoyed the food, lovely background music and incredible service. The short tour was enjoyable. Daniel was a fabulous host.

  • Jason F. Dined: 2 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0
  • Sam N. Dined: 3 weeks ago
    5
    Food 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Service 5.0
    Ambience 5.0

    Reviewed on: Mon 16 Jun 25
    This was a wonderful experience, not just a meal. The service is excellent, we even had a tour of the house, the Jazz was world class and the food was delicious!

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