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 Rp1.190.006 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp1.190.006
Rp1.368.502 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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! (69 reviews)
"Love this place! Staff are amazing, place is great!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 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 Rp2.746.097 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
Rp2.746.097
Rp3.158.145 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
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! (2,020 reviews)
"Everything is really good including the price but getting from the arrivals hall to the hotel is difficult. I definitely needed some locals help and when I asked how far to walk, three separate people working there - at different times when I asked - said “Shheewww”. I.e. it’s a fair walk especially ..."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 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 Rp2.264.406 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
Rp2.264.406
Rp2.596.037 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
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 ...
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 Rp3.810.523 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp3.810.523
Rp4.382.097 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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
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 Rp1.761.203 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
Rp1.761.203
Rp2.045.637 total
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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)
"Great hotel right next to OR Tambo airport."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 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 Rp1.164.298 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp1.164.298
Rp1.352.332 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (964 reviews)
"Cockroaches….many cockroaches in our room. Double digit cockroaches. They also did not send anyone to the airport to pick us up despite it being organized days in advance. Front desk very dismissive and confused about any questions/concerns"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 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 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.

Orlando East

While Orlando East isn't home to many top sights, Mandela's House and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.



Johannesburg South Travel Guide