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Palazzo at Montecasino

At a Glance

    Pros

  • neighboring casino complex has malls, cinemas, and major theater
  • the hotel's grounds contain great gardens and a pool

    Cons

  • gridlocked traffic in the area means longer than usual traffic jams
  • as in the casino, the decor is faux-Tuscan
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Palazzo at Montecasino Review

Built in the style of a Tuscan villa, the hotel is set among formal herb gardens. Public rooms are on a grand scale, and the whole hotel is decorated in gilt, marble, and terra-cotta, with small touches of trompe l'oeil. The rooms are spacious, with rich tapestry-style draperies, canopied beds, and gilt-framed mirrors and prints. Large picture windows and light terra-cotta tiles lighten the effect. The hotel is done with so much more style, attention to detail, and class than the adjacent casino and mall that it's almost impossible to believe they're connected. This is a good choice for a business stay, but be aware that its relatively northern location is closer to the business area of Bryanston and Sandton than downtown Johannesburg. Service is impeccable.

    Hotel Details

  • 246 rooms, 12 suites.
  • Credit cards accepted.
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