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 ฿5,763 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿5,763
฿6,627 total
30 Sept - 1 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! (2,051 reviews)
"Close to airport"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,597 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿4,597
฿5,287 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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! (1,647 reviews)
"Perfect for travelers needing to stopover in Joburg. Shuttle quick and efficient. One check in counter in operation was a bit slow."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
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 ฿14,124 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿14,124
฿18,171 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, staff and restaurant."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
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 ฿3,886 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
฿3,886
฿4,469 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
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
Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace

Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace

4 out of 5
64 Jones Road Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿6,196 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿6,196
฿7,125 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
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! (333 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
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 ฿8,610 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿8,610
฿9,901 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
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
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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.

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 Emmarentia Dam or Cresta Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.

Roodepoort

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Mall or Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.



O.R. Tambo Travel Guide