Irene Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Montecasino
With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.
Nelson Mandela Square
Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.
Gold Reef City Casino
Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.
Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.
First National Bank Stadium
Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option
Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Irene Hotel Deals
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Very good stay. Friendly and courteous staff and servers. Excellent breakfast- variety of food is good and a great way to start a trip into SA. Room clean, comfortable and no issues. Easy check in and out. Will stay there again.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
On time
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Hotel offer convenient shuttle from and to airport everything 30 min and staff are very friendly and helpful. Great food and very clean hotel.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
@Sandton Hotel
Clean room
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
The breakfast is always the highlight of the trip.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
The hotel is in The World Famous Mandela Square. Best place to stay for easy access to shopping and restaurants.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Irene
Menlyn
You'll enjoy the restaurants and casinos in Menlyn. You might want to make time for a stop at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre or Time Square Casino.
Hatfield
Visitors to Hatfield enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Hatfield Plaza is worth a stop.
Pretoria Central Business District
Pretoria Central Business District is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Kruger Museum and State Theatre.
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.
Fourways
Travellers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bryanston
Bryanston is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market and The Bryanston Country Club Charity Trust.
