Soweto Travel Guide

Johannesburg

Two large cooling towers with colorful murals, surrounded by trees and power lines.
A person overlooking a densely populated area with makeshift housing and a distant view of a cityscape.
A cityscape with a large billboard, a street with vehicles, and a person sitting on a rock.
A building with the address 8115 Vilakazi St, Orlando West, SOWETO.
A large cylindrical structure with colorful murals depicting various scenes and figures.

Stay near popular Soweto attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Soweto

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿4,042 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿4,042
฿4,648 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,626 reviews)
"Great experience!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg Boksburg Gauteng
The price is ฿1,954 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
฿1,954
฿2,269 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (942 reviews)
"Bxb"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston

Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston

3 out of 5
93 Grayson Drive Johannesburg Gauteng
The price is ฿2,396 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿2,396
฿2,755 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
9/10 Wonderful! (89 reviews)
"The room and the property were very clean, safe parking inside the property and staff is super friendly. The breakfast however was subpar. My husband and I rate the hotel a 4/5."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston
Garden Court Sandton City

Garden Court Sandton City

3 out of 5
Cnr West and Maude Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is ฿2,883 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿2,883
฿3,315 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice superb place to be, lovely welcoming staff and very helpful"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Garden Court Sandton City
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd Sandton Gauteng
The price is ฿3,635 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿3,635
฿4,180 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
@Sandton Hotel
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

5 out of 5
2 Maude Street, Corner of 5th Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is ฿7,096 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿7,096
฿8,161 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (816 reviews)
"Great location and service and amazing size"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
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Where to stay in Soweto

Find the best Soweto areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Soweto
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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 The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center and Rosebank Mall while you're in town.

O.R. Tambo

If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, Emperors Palace Casino and International Terminal Duty Free Mall 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 Boulders Shopping Centre or Mall of Africa.

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.



Soweto Travel Guide