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.
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A building with the address 8115 Vilakazi St, Orlando West, SOWETO.
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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 ฿4,118 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿4,118
฿4,735 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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 ...
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 ฿7,040 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿7,040
฿8,096 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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 ...
Sandton Sun & Towers
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

3.5 out of 5
135 West Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is ฿2,140 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,140
฿2,461 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and ...
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

4 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd Sandton Gauteng
The price is ฿3,451 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿3,451
฿3,969 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (393 reviews)
"I liked my room and the views! I was on the 19th floor, and it was beautiful up there! I like the fact that the room had a microwave and other amenities that were useful for a comfortable stay. And the staff? Very professional and helpful. Also enjoyed the breakfast options. Overall my stay was great ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2026

@Sandton Hotel
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 ฿1,991 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿1,991
฿2,313 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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. ...
Holiday Inn Johannesburg 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 ฿3,441 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
฿3,441
฿3,957 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
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! (649 reviews)
"Okay stay, other than the bathrooms that stank like sewage. Overpriced for what you get."

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2026

Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace
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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 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.

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.



Soweto Travel Guide