Lochvaal Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
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.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
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.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Self Drive
City Sightseeing Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Johannesburg Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour with Soweto Option
Top hotels in Lochvaal
Emerald Resort & Casino
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Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Riverside Sun
Hotel was fine. A little tired and staff were not really interested. Is not as good as previous visits
Reviewed on 25 May 2025
Waterfront Country Lodge
Was a fantastic quiet little retreat away from everything. Highly recommended, the staff were amazing, location was amazing. Thank you for an amazing time.
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Three Rivers Lodge
Staff very friendly. But Shower very uncomfortable because of height. Pillows also very hard.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Riviera On Vaal Resort
Nice hotel, decent rooms and amenities. Poor customer service. Food was late, badly cooked, raw, coffee was disgusting, and breakfast, lunch and dinner orders were wrong every time
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2024
Little Eden Guest Lodge
Uncomfortable worn out bed, slippery tiles outside the front door to the unit, poor soundproofing, no through ventilation in room, very unpleasant experience.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2020
Other neighbourhoods around Lochvaal
Johannesburg South
You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Gold Reef City Casino or Apartheid Museum.
Orlando East
While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, South Western Townships and Mandela House are some notable places to visit nearby.
Johannesburg CBD
While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Johannesburg City Hall and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Johannesburg
Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
Roodepoort
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Mall or Eagle Canyon Golf Club.
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.
