Southgate Travel Guide
Johannesburg
Visit Southgate
Stay near popular Southgate attractions
Things to do

From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour

5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari

Full Day Shopping Tour: Arts, Crafts, and African Garments

Johannesburg and Soweto: Half-Day Tour

Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum
Top hotels in Southgate

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
"I liked the hotel in general and enjoyed my stay. The staff are very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. however I did have a long waits for the food I ordered in the restaurant and a long wait for requested towels for my room. i would rate this hotel a 3 star stay."
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
"Clean, comfortable and close to the airport with a free shuttle. Perfect."
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
"Great affordable hotel to stay close to the airport - the transfer was effective, friendly and safe. The breakfast was also way beyond our expectation and we will stay here again without giving it a second thought."
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2026

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
"This hotel is as advertised - 3-star, nothing too fancy. But it is in good condition, has an excellent location (restaurants, shops and the convention centre), and the staff's attitude is really great. This is the 3rd time I've stayed here, and it is always consistent. The included breakfast is also ..."
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026
Where to stay in Southgate

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.

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.

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.












