Johannesburg

Travel Guide

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Lion Park showing zoo animals and dangerous animals

Where to stay in Johannesburg

New Pedestrian bridge over Grayston

Sandton

A noteworthy feature of Sandton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Montecasino and Nelson Mandela Square.

Sandton
in Johannesburg, South Africa

Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while in the area.

Rosebank
Johannesburg, South Africa
A great place to hang out...

O.R. Tambo

4/5(135 area reviews)

While visiting O.R. Tambo, you might make a stop by sights like International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino.

O.R. Tambo
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Midrand

You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.

Midrand
Johannesburg Botanical Garden which includes a park

Randburg

Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Emmarentia Dam or Johannesburg Botanical Garden while you're exploring the area.

Randburg
Gold Reef City showing a garden, a pond and rides

Johannesburg South

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Southgate Mall or Gold Reef City Casino.

Johannesburg South
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is SAR 360 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
SAR 360
SAR 422 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,537 reviews)
"Too noisy.."

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
4 out of 5
Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is SAR 392 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
SAR 392
SAR 450 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,536 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 18 February 2025

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is SAR 286 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
SAR 286
SAR 329 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"I booked a night, but really just needed a few hours of comfort before heading back to the airport for my night flight. The staff at the airport were pleasant and very helpful - as soon as they saw me, they called for the driver, who was about to leave the airport, to wait. The driver was pleasant ..."

Reviewed on 20 February 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Capital on Bath
The Capital on Bath
3 out of 5
72 Bath Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch ...
9/10 Wonderful! (140 reviews)
Great option near to the Wanderers
"A fantastic hotel, located a 5min walk from the Gautrain station. The hotel had a security guard at the main gate, a bar and offered a good breakfast."

Reviewed on 5 February 2025

The Capital on Bath
The Leonardo
The Leonardo
5 out of 5
75 Maude Street, Sandton, Gauteng
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Montecasino and Melrose Arch Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (38 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 14 January 2025

The Leonardo
Dikhololo
Dikhololo
3 out of 5
Sienna Farm, Beestekraal, North West
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Beestekraal. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and a fitness center.
8.4/10 Very Good! (48 reviews)
Excellent
"a beautiful place to visit, rooms clean. Facility well kept, beds comfortably and linen clean, the staff very friendly, customer care helpful, pools well kept ♥️🌹 Loved everything about the place The only thing is the road going there very dusty and long, for a small car you need to drive slow ..."

Reviewed on 17 December 2024

Dikhololo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Johannesburg

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
45
5 - Excellent 37%
4 - Good
51
4 - Good 41%
3 - Okay
22
3 - Okay 18%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 2%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Overall experince is just awesome....

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I loved the city & glad that I was able to uber around town.

4/5 - Good

Pat

Lively nightlife. Excellent dining options

4/5 - Good

N.Willis

Was just scared of the crime rate

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Lots of history and things to see.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

It wasn’t safe to move around the city after 3 clock

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