O.R. Tambo Travel Guide

Johannesburg

A tree-lined street with purple flowers.
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Two lions walking in a grassy savannah with sparse trees in the background.

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Top hotels in O.R. Tambo

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 Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿5,784 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿5,784
฿6,651 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,097 reviews)
"I stayed here to wait out an overnight flight connection, and it was good for that purpose. Rooms were clean and satisfactory but not especially spacious. It was quiet. Had the breakfast buffet which was good, not included in the room rate. The hotel restaurant serves all day. I thought it was overpriced, ..."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿3,510 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿3,510
฿4,036 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,637 reviews)
"The room did not have air conditioning that worked and very noisy"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace

Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace

3 out of 5
Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Road Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿3,451 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿3,451
฿3,968 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Emperors Palace Casino and International Terminal ...
Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG

5 out of 5
Opposite Int'l Arrivals Hall Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿12,736 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
฿12,736
฿16,534 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Convenient location directly opposite the exit of the terminal which after a long haul flight was perfect."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2026

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace

Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace

5 out of 5
64 Jones Road Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿8,668 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
฿8,668
฿9,968 total
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Emperors Palace Casino and International Terminal ...
Peermont D'oreale Grande at Emperors Palace
Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace

Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace

4 out of 5
64 Jones Road Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿5,006 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
฿5,006
฿5,757 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Emperors Palace Casino and International Terminal ...
7.8/10 Good! (334 reviews)
"This is meant to be a 4 star hotel and it probably was a few decades ago but now it is dated, tired and run down. The room (apparently a superior king room) was dark, small and stuffy. The air cond did not work properly so is was hot too! The bathroom was especially tired and smelled awful and the ..."

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace
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Where to stay in O.R. Tambo

Find the best O.R. Tambo 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.

Soweto

You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Soweto. You might want to make time for a stop at Maponya Mall or Mandela's House.

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.

Randburg

Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by 4th Avenue Parkhurst or Cresta Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.



O.R. Tambo Travel Guide