O.R. Tambo Travel Guide

Johannesburg

A tree-lined street with purple flowers.
A person pushing a luggage cart in an airport terminal with a colorful striped wall in the background.
Two lions walking in a grassy savannah with sparse trees in the background.

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Top hotels in O.R. Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿4,390 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
฿4,390
฿5,099 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
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! (1,619 reviews)
"I arrived early because my flight from Asia landed early. I had informed them about this and requested an early check-in. The receptionist kindly found me an available room with little wait. However, the room was dark and cold (in November!), so I sometimes had to use the heater. Breakfast was good, ..."

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Southern Sun 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 ฿5,084 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿5,084
฿5,846 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (2,124 reviews)
"We have stayed at this hotel many times Nd have always enjoyed the convenience of being attached to the airport."

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Metcourt Emperors Palace

Metcourt Emperors Palace

3 out of 5
Emperors Palace, 64 Jones Road Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿2,558 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
฿2,558
฿2,942 total
28 Nov - 29 Nov
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (661 reviews)
"The housekeeping staff were not professional. I needed a rest in Joburg and they came to start cleaning my room around 9am and only finished at around 3pm. I literally spent the whole day outside my room and in the morning the housekeeping staff are loud they will be conversing very loudly and it ..."

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Metcourt 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 ฿12,943 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿12,943
฿16,752 total
24 Nov - 25 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. ...
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
D'oreale Grande Hotel Emperors Palace

D'oreale Grande Hotel Emperors Palace

5 out of 5
64 Jones Road Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿5,597 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿5,597
฿6,437 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (359 reviews)
"Clean room and nice amenities and close to the airport with a free shuttle."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

D'oreale Grande Hotel Emperors Palace
Mondior Emperors Palace

Mondior Emperors Palace

4 out of 5
64 Jones Road Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿3,715 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿3,715
฿4,273 total
16 Nov - 17 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

Mondior 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