This city hotel is modern and has an unusual design. The elegant insides are decorated with countless African artefacts that have been arranged in wonderful displays of light with background music also incorporated. Opened in 2002, the hotel comprises 117 rooms spread over a 2-floor and a 4-floor building and includes 12 suites as well as 14 studios. Facilities include a foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a safe, a cloakroom, a lift and a currency exchange bureau. In addition, there is a shop, a hairdresser's salon, a games room, a small theatre hall, a conference room, a café, a bar and an air-conditioned à la carte restaurant with highchairs for infants. Also amongst the wonderful services are a public Internet terminal, medical assistance, room and laundry services. Car park and garage facilities are available.

This exclusive, hip hotel is located in the urban district of Melrose Arch, close to Melrose Square. This district is almost a small city within the city of Johannesburg, with an excellent selection of shopping and entertainment venues to be found in the vicinity. The nearest bus stop is about 20 m from the hotel and the airport is about 26 km away.

Guests may select their breakfast from an ample buffet; lunch and the evening meal can be taken à la carte or chose from a menu. Special dietary requirement and individual-specific dishes can be provided.