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Our top choices for Downtown Johannesburg hotels

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The Franklin Loft Apartments

The Franklin Loft Apartments

The Franklin Loft Apartments
4.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23)
"Amazing service and chic apartments "
United States
Corrin
The Franklin Loft Apartments
Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Businessburg Hotel

Businessburg Hotel

Businessburg Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
6.2 out of 10, (23)
"A good place if on a tight budget. But no hot water, no towels, and plenty of COCKROACHES."
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is ฿646
฿646 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Businessburg Hotel
Reception
4 on Pritchard

4 on Pritchard

4 on Pritchard
3.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
4 on Pritchard
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
4.0 star property
19.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1655)
"Great staff, and very easy and convenient!"
United States
Robin
The price is ฿3,083
฿3,545 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Terrace/patio
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
3.0 star property
19 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1818)
"Great place to stay Friendly staff GREAT breakfast "
Canada
Robert
The price is ฿4,159
฿4,783 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
4.0 star property
19.9 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Good room & Restaurant "
Germany
Christian
The price is ฿2,283
฿2,652 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
In-room dining
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel
3.0 star property
11.2 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (310)
"perfect "
United States
Churchill
The price is ฿3,007
฿3,457 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
@Sandton Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport

Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport

Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
3.0 star property
18.7 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (857)
"Excellent place to stay near the airport. Breakfast was outstanding!"
Canada
Jonathan
The price is ฿2,983
฿3,431 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
Hallway
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4.0 star property
20.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Quick and easy check in, clean room and comfortable bed. Friendly staff and good food. "
Canada
Cheryl
The price is ฿3,062
฿3,522 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Indoor pool, pool loungers
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
5.0 star property
19.5 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"The property and staff were excellent and our stay was comfortable. The food was excellent, as well. Highly recommend!! "
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ฿9,512
฿12,656 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Sunrock Guesthouse

Sunrock Guesthouse

Sunrock Guesthouse
4.0 star property
20.8 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (852)
"Friendly and accommodating staff. The food was wonderful! Transportation was great! Our room was comfortable. I highly recommend!"
United States
Hugh
Sunrock Guesthouse
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
4.0 star property
Sandown, 10.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great stay and experience "
United Kingdom
Sandra
The price is ฿2,976
฿3,457 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
Southern Sun Rosebank

Southern Sun Rosebank

Southern Sun Rosebank
4.0 star property
Rosebank, 6.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (400)
"Nice accommodations close to Rosebank. Included breakfast was good. Restaurant was tasty."
United States
Rachel
The price is ฿2,610
฿3,001 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Southern Sun Rosebank
Terrace/patio
Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG
4.0 star property
Rosebank, 6.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (477)
"Great helpful staff Gautrain a bonus-would stay again "
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is ฿1,970
฿2,602 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG
Reception
Hotel Sky Sandton

Hotel Sky Sandton

Hotel Sky Sandton
3.5 star property
Sandown, 10.5 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (292)
"It’s a great place to stay in Johannesburg area. The area is safe to walk around. Hotel is great with nice rooms and good amenities."
United States
Omar
The price is ฿2,849
฿3,276 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Hotel Sky Sandton
2 outdoor pools
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
4.0 star property
Sandown, 10.6 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (898)
"My husband and I loved our stay here"
United States
Tori
The price is ฿2,422
฿2,813 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
Restaurant
Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank

Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank

Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank
4.5 star property
6.4 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (82)
"Great staff from every aspect- front desk, bar and service. I would recommend this place for the team alone!!!"
United States
Corrin
The price is ฿2,861
฿3,319 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Palazzo Hotel

Palazzo Hotel

Palazzo Hotel
5.0 star property
Sandton, 19.7 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (490)
"Had and Amazing stay…."
United States
Bontle
The price is ฿6,365
฿7,320 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Palazzo Hotel
Exterior
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
4.0 star property
7.6 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (152)
"My new favorite hotel in Joburg "
United States
Yaw
The price is ฿5,893
฿6,845 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Exterior
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
5.0 star property
Sandown, 10.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (752)
"Great value for money, excellent location"
United States
Tatiana
The price is ฿5,327
฿6,127 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
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Where to stay in Downtown Johannesburg

Find the best Downtown Johannesburg areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Sandton

Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.

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.

O.R. Tambo

If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

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.

Top Downtown Johannesburg Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Staff are friendly, smiling and do warm and welcoming. It truly was greatly appreciated to have such joyous people "
Amita 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Johannesburg?
Downtown Johannesburg is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its football games, architecture and art. Make sure that you visit Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall as part of your Downtown Johannesburg travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Johannesburg?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Businessburg Hotel is the highest ranked property in Downtown Johannesburg. This hotel offers free WiFi and flat-screen TVs.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Johannesburg?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Johannesburg, you can choose from 16 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Johannesburg.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Johannesburg, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Downtown Johannesburg.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Johannesburg?
Sights like Johannesburg Art Gallery and The AGOG can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown Johannesburg. Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Johannesburg include Absa Art Gallery, Windybrow Centre for the Arts and Carlton Centre. Arts on Main and Rissik Street Post Office are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Johannesburg.
How can I get around Downtown Johannesburg and the greater Johannesburg area?
Ready to get out and explore the city? Ellis Park Station is the closest metro station. To venture out of town, take a train from Johannesburg Park Station.