Johannesburg South Travel Guide

Johannesburg

A large stadium with a distinctive red and white exterior, surrounded by a road with yellow lines and barriers.
A large steel bridge with a green and white color scheme, featuring a curved design and multiple support beams.
A historic building with a clock tower and a large fountain.
A yellow building with a clock tower and a palm tree in front.
A colorful mosaic pathway with a winding design, a carousel, and a ride with yellow and purple trains.

Stay near popular Johannesburg South attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Johannesburg South

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner of Northern Parkway Johannesburg South Gauteng
The price is ฿4,347 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
฿4,347
฿4,999 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Gold Reef City Casino and Gold Reef ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
"Loveyl spacious and clean room, really helpful staff who did everything they could to ensure we had a great stay. The room was about a 1minute walk to the Theme park rides and breakfast was good quality and with great variety. Would happily stay again"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel
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 ฿5,479 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿5,479
฿6,300 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
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! (1,997 reviews)
"We always enjoy our stay at the City Lodge in the Joburg airport! Convenient, clean, and comfortable!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 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 ฿3,965 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿3,965
฿4,560 total
3 Aug - 4 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! (1,632 reviews)
"Easy access from the airport with frequent, convenient airport shuttles. Great breakfast selection and friendly bar/lounge."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Sandton Sun & Towers

Sandton Sun & Towers

5 out of 5
Cnr. Fith And Alice Streets Johannesburg Gauteng
The price is ฿7,113 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
฿7,113
฿8,180 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (614 reviews)
"Clean. Convenient. Friendly Staff. Perfect Business Hotel."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Sandton Sun & Towers
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

4 out of 5
Corner of York and Gladiator Streets Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is ฿3,466 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
฿3,466
฿4,025 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Check in - super quick and easy. Staff are SUPER friendly and accommodating. Room - decent size but the shower is in the bedroom, separated by only a curtain. It’s a bit awkward. Toilet has its own room with a door. Decor and styling were stylish and flight themed. Hotel - has a great restaurant ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
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 ฿2,090 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
฿2,090
฿2,428 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
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! (930 reviews)
"The staff was great. Thank you to Jacob for helping us get a late check out. Thank you to Chad who helped us with our bags. And to the shuttle drivers who took us to and from the airport. The hotel is walking distance from a great mall."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
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Where to stay in Johannesburg South

Find the best Johannesburg South 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 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, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.

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.

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.



Johannesburg South Travel Guide