I felt compelled to write a review for the Winston because my time here had been so superb. I arrived after a two week safari for two nights of relaxation before heading back to Australia. The Winston has been perfect. It's a short five minute walk from the Rosebank Gautrain and in comparison to the other gargantuan global hotels in the area, it dazzles with personality. The rooms are decorated with beautiful French provincial furniture and my room had really lovely little African touches. The beds are very comfortable and right now I'm lucky enough to open my balcony door to a stunning blossoming jacaranda tree. The bathrooms are modern and have separate shower and bathtub and the whole room has plenty of space to relax and unwind. I've had both breakfast and dinner in the restaurant and both meals have been just delicious. There were quite a few non hotel guests in the restaurant last night, so it's nice to see that both locals and visitors appreciate the food. I should also make mention of the common areas - there is a lovely pool which is currently swaddled with roses and spring blooms and there are quite a few places around the hotel to sit with a book or magazine and relax.
I have to commend the Winston. I came in the hotel feeling dirty and beaten down and I'm leaving today feeling replenished. If you're looking for a place to stay that is a bit more boutique and personal whilst still having plenty of amenities to enjoy, the Winston is it.

Our plans changed at the last moment, so need to book an extra nights accommodation in Johannesburg before flying out to Uganda.

We found this little gem on wotif.com and what a find it was.

The rooms are truly incredible, the staff amazing.. Food exceptional! I had the best ever steak here in my life.. and that is after dinning at some of the best restaurants in the world. Perfectly cooked fillet that melted in my mouth!

Catch the train from OR Tambo to Sandton, change over to the Rosebank line and they will meet you at the train station, it is truly a 3 min walk..

Staff are incredible!

Hi, we are still here, and cannot wait to review it, as every day we are more happy to be here.
The room is perfect, the bed is great, with softest crispy white sheets, perfect mattress.
Roomy, everything you may need , no noise at all , and nice decoration.
The common areas are also perfect, inside lots of couches to relax, outside also , and the restaurant is a highlight ! The food is perfect, delicious, and always the different flavours mixed in every dish make our dinning or lunch experience a real joy !
But what really makes this hotel so remarkable is the people who work here , always ready to assist you , with a big smile , making your Johannesburg stay a real pleasure. If you want the best , come here , you wont want to leave !

Top class service - customer service at it's best... from top management through the ranks!
Location - outstanding (walking distance to Rosebank shops, around the corner from Gautrain), central to greater Johannesburg.
Accommodation - spacious, comfortable and luxurious.
Food - delicious.
Atmosphere - warm and friendly.
Staff - excelled at going above-and-beyond to accommodate our every need.

Recommendation: Extremely high - will return...