Johannesburg CBD Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Maropeng which includes landscape views
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Our pick of the best Johannesburg CBD Hotel Deals

The Parktonian All Suite Hotel

The Parktonian All Suite Hotel

4 out of 5
120 De Korte Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is AU$82 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$82
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (388 reviews)
"Very good place to stay"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

The Parktonian All Suite Hotel
Reef Hotel

Reef Hotel

4 out of 5
58 Anderson Street, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is AU$117 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
AU$117
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Gold Reef City Casino and ...
7.6/10 Good! (216 reviews)
Johannesburg trip
"The staff was friendly and very hrlful. The room was spacious and comfortable. The roof top lounge offers incredible views of the city. The restaurant provides an excellent breakfast buffet and dinner buffet if you so wish but the menu gives you other options. Nothing to do in the evening except ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jun. 2025

Reef Hotel
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 AU$205 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$205
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,709 reviews)
"The room was nice and beds good but unfortunately the dinner was discusting. I took the special South African dish and the beef was not fresh, the sausage not fully cooked, the chicken a little smelly. I should have returned the whole meal but the vegetables and fries were okay and we were ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR 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 AU$185 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$185
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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)
"Layover in Joburg en route to Zambia. I would love to return for a visit to South Africa and stay in this hotel!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is AU$161 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$161
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (241 reviews)
"Great Staff, great food. Love the safe location"

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

@Sandton Hotel
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

4 out of 5
Corner of York and Gladiator Streets, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is AU$161 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
AU$161
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Perfect for a quick stop near the airport.
"We had a good stay at this hotel. Service was wonderful and the food was very good - fresh and tasty. The room was clean and bed comfortable. Only thing we didn’t like was the shower was in the bedroom with a curtain only to separate and there was no toiletries on arrival. The shuttle service to ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Johannesburg CBD

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Downtown Johannesburg

4/5(2 area reviews)

Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.

Downtown Johannesburg
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Houghton Estate

If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Houghton Estate
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Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.

Rosebank
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Melrose

Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.

Melrose
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
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Bedfordview

Unique features of Bedfordview include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Ster-Kinekor Eastgate while you're exploring the area.

Bedfordview

Johannesburg CBD Travel Guide

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