Known for its rich history and gritty beauty, Joburg, aka The City of Gold, was established in the late 1800s when a rich density of gold was discovered within its depths. In more recent years, Joburg has been dubbed the most wooded city in the world, with a sprawling man-made forest shading its vast leafy suburbs.
Without doubt, this green city, together with its rich mining and political histories, holds an undeniable charm. As the host to South Africa’s largest international airport, it is the starting point for most tourist trips into South Africa and thus provides access to a range of activities, from museums to world-class shopping malls and more.
The Leonardo
Joburg is also home to South Africa and one of Africa’s tallest buildings, The Leonardo. The Leonardo is located in the suburb of Sandton, Africa’s richest square mile, and was opened in 2020 by Legacy Hotels & Resorts as a model of sustainable urban living – providing its residents and hotel guests with an opportunity to live, work and play in one spot.
Named after the famous artist himself, Leonardo da Vinci, the walls, floors and ceilings are lined with an incredible collection of art, and guests can enjoy guided art tours while they stay.
At the top of the building is Alto234, the highest urban bar in Africa, where guests can indulge in hand-crafted tapas and bubbly as they take in the panoramic views from above.
Just a short walk down from the Leonardo along the bustling walkways of Maude Street are two of the Leonardo’s cousin hotels: the Michelangelo Towers and the Davinci Hotel & Suites.
The Michelangelo Towers
Michelangelo Towers is one of the Sandton skyline’s most iconic skyscrapers. Towering 143 metres above the street below, the attractive, rounded archways of the Cupola Suite on top complete its architectural prowess.
Made up of luxurious apartments, the hotel is a welcome stay for those looking for both short- and long-term accommodation and is directly opposite the Sandton Convention Centre, making it a convenient choice for delegates.
With direct access to the Michelangelo Towers Mall, which is opposite Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square, guests are spoilt for shopping and dining choices. Alternatively, dine in at the hotel’s ROAR Restaurant, a beautiful, all-day dining retreat for lovers of food and wine. It even has a grab-and-go deli for those looking for a convenient walk-by spot at which to reenergise themselves during conferences.
The Davinci Hotel & Suites
Just one down from its cousin, the Davinci Hotel & Suites also boasts direct access to two of South Africa’s premium retail shopping experiences and is certainly one of Africa’s finest modern hotels.
With a reputation for its first-class service and highly instagrammable interiors, the Davinci is the ideal choice for both business and leisure travellers looking for some contemporary flair.
Dine in style at Maximillien, the hotel’s restaurant, or enjoy access to a plethora of eateries within walking distance. Shop up a storm with hundreds of international fashion brands in Sandton City or find the very best of our local talent at The Ilifa Collective.
Enjoy the foliage-lined pool by day and then enjoy a whisky cocktail at the exclusive MAXIM Lounge by night. Get some R&R in with a visit to the Davinci’s Legacy Balance spa or sweat it out in the Davinci’s fully equipped gym.
So, whatever appeals to you – be it toasting to the sunset from Africa’s highest bar or relaxing in the spa – Johannesburg has you covered, and Legacy Hotels & Resorts, a leader in independent luxury hotels, has somewhere ideal to stay.
For more information on Legacy and its properties, please visit its website and social media pages:
- Website: legacyhotels.co.za
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