Cresta Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Stay near popular Cresta attractions
Things to do

Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Safari with Lunch

Full Day Shopping Tour: Arts, Crafts, and African Garments

Johannesburg and Soweto: Half-Day Tour

From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour

Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour
Top hotels in Cresta

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
"Everything is really good including the price but getting from the arrivals hall to the hotel is difficult. I definitely needed some locals help and when I asked how far to walk, three separate people working there - at different times when I asked - said “Shheewww”. I.e. it’s a fair walk especially ..."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"Airport shuttle runs every 15 minutes"
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Sandton Sun & Towers
"Our room was large and contained a corner desk separated by decoratively lit wall. The room contained a luggage room. It was very convenient to access the suitcase and have it out of sight. The staff were very polite and went out of their way to accommodate us. The check-in lady was simply magical! ..."
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"Great hotel right next to OR Tambo airport."
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
"The property was clean and comfortable. The staff was very attentive. Food selection was great. I’d recommend it."
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
"Well maintained place,,good stuff and quiet place with top notch service"
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Cresta

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.
Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, Mandela's House and Orlando Towers are some notable places to visit nearby.








