Christmas has a habit of turning even the most organised host into a multitasking machine. Too many dishes, too many schedules and far too little time to actually enjoy the day. This festive season, @Sandton Hotel offers a refreshingly different proposition: leave the pressure behind, gather your favourite people and let Christmas unfold exactly as it should — with ease, laughter and connection.
At the heart of the celebration is the hotel’s Christmas Lunch, designed to feel generous, relaxed and joy-filled rather than formal or rushed. From the moment guests arrive, the tone is unmistakable. This is a day for lingering conversations, children disappearing happily to the play area (always with an adult nearby), and the simple pleasure of knowing that no one at your table will be washing dishes later.
A Christmas Table Made for Second Helpings
The festive spread invites guests to wander, taste and return for more. A classic carvery anchors the experience, with whole roasted prime rib of beef, honey-and-clove glazed gammon, and herb-crusted leg of lamb, all carved to order. It’s the kind of centrepiece that encourages shared moments and satisfied smiles.
Beyond the carvery, a thoughtfully curated festive buffet expands the offering. Guests can enjoy stuffed turkey roll with cranberry and sage, grilled kingklip with lemon butter, garlic prawns, a richly spiced Durban-style lamb curry, and comforting vegetarian dishes that ensure everyone at the table feels included.
Adding a playful edge is a live oyster and sushi bar, while the dessert table becomes a destination of its own. Christmas pudding, malva pudding with Amarula sauce, mini pavlovas, and an indulgent array of cakes and cheesecakes encourage guests to linger long after the plates are cleared.
Priced at R750 per person, with children under three enjoying half price, the Christmas Lunch includes live entertainment and access to the kiddies’ play area — a detail that transforms the day for families, giving parents space to relax while children are happily occupied.
More Than a Meal: A Festive Escape in the City
Christmas at @Sandton Hotel extends beyond lunch. For those wanting to turn the celebration into a short festive escape, the hotel offers the rare luxury of a holiday without the hassle of long drives or airport queues.
Locals can rediscover the joy of a city stay infused with holiday energy, while out-of-town visitors will find a base that feels welcoming, relaxed and refreshingly unpretentious.
Days unfold at an unhurried pace. Mornings are best spent on the pool deck, soaking up sunshine with a chilled drink in hand. A visit to the @Sandton Spa provides a calm pause between festive plans, while the hotel’s comfortable rooms offer a cool retreat after full days and lively evenings. It’s a kind of stay where shoes are optional and schedules are deliberately loose.
A Name That Feels Like an Invitation
There is something distinctly playful about a hotel that begins with an @. It feels social, current and open — a fitting symbol for a space designed to bring people together. This festive season, that symbol doubles as an invitation. Come for Christmas lunch, stay for the pool, the spa and the freedom of a holiday without expectations.
At @Sandton Hotel, Christmas isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about enjoyment, connection and giving yourself permission to slow down. Exactly as it should be.
As the hotel puts it, the @ in its name isn’t just a flourish — it reflects a commitment to staying modern, memorable and just a little magical.
For more information on relaxing and unwinding, visit the @Sandton Spa website.
The spa is located on the ground floor of @Sandton Hotel.
For reservations or further details, contact the concierge on +27 11 395 4777 or visit the hotel’s website.
@Sandton Hotel is located at 5 Benmore Road, Benmore Gardens, Sandton, Johannesburg.
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