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Our top choices for Johannesburg 3-star hotels

An outdoor pool area with seating and a glass-enclosed restaurant.
A rooftop terrace with sun loungers, planters, and umbrellas.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
A spacious lobby with large windows, a potted plant, and a modern railing.

1. City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
O.R. Tambo
United States
Gregory
€175
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
A restaurant interior with wooden furniture, a counter, and framed pictures on the walls.
A modern interior with wooden slatted ceilings, seating areas, and a television screen.
A person in a green jacket adjusting a patterned pillow on a bed with an orange headboard.
A reception area with a stone counter, a green wall with a screen, and a wooden ceiling.

2. ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
Sandton
United States
Maria
€66
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central bar area.
A modern hotel lobby with a grand staircase, large windows, and decorative lighting.
A bar area with a circular design, surrounded by high chairs and a counter.
A spacious lobby with large windows, a grand piano, and several chairs.

3. Hotel Sky Sandton

Hotel Sky Sandton
Sandton
Canada
Kunal
€92
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hotel Sky Sandton
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and two tall buildings in the background.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A bar area with a bar counter, stools, and a seating area with a sofa and round table.
A bar area with a wooden wall displaying the word "RIFES" and a bar counter with chairs and a hanging light fixture.

4. Garden Court Sandton City

Garden Court Sandton City
Sandton
United States
Benedicta
€88
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Garden Court Sandton City
A historic building with a 'Piazza Hotel' sign, featuring classical architecture, a bridge, and a water body in front.
A restaurant interior with wooden panel walls, hanging pendant lights, and blue and pink seating.
A bar area with a counter, chairs, and a wall with a mural.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, a bathroom with a sink and a shower, and a small cabinet.

5. Piazza Hotel Montecasino

Piazza Hotel Montecasino
Sandton
United States
Diann
€121
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Piazza Hotel Montecasino
An indoor pathway with a fountain, surrounded by plants and a tiled floor, leading to a covered area with seating.
A hotel lobby with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a mirror, and a sign for the fitness center.
A courtyard with a lawn, trees, and a building with multiple windows and balconies.
A hotel lobby with a sofa, coffee table, and a staircase.

6. Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport

Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
Isando
United States
Wesley
€114
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
A casino interior with a central gaming area, ornate ceiling artwork, and marble columns.
A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a well-maintained garden.
A modern lobby with a curved seating area, glass partitions, and blue hanging lamps.
A large hotel with multiple domed structures and a central courtyard with palm trees.

7. Metcourt Emperors Palace

Metcourt Emperors Palace
O.R. Tambo
United States
Jamie
€106
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Metcourt Emperors Palace
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, hanging greenery, and a bar area with a wooden accent wall.
A hotel room with a desk, laptop, and a cup. There is a bed with a white comforter and a window with a view of trees and a fence.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a large window with sheer curtains.
A person walking through a lobby with a suitcase, a reception desk, and hanging pendant lights.

8. Catalyst Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

Catalyst Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Sandton
United States
YUSUPH
€81
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Catalyst Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
A modern building with a curved balcony and multiple windows, surrounded by trees.
A spacious interior with wooden floors, large windows, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern hotel lobby with a central planter, wooden flooring, and a sign indicating the location of restrooms.

9. BlackBrick Sandton Two

BlackBrick Sandton Two
Sandton
United States
pius
€54
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
BlackBrick Sandton Two
A modern building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.
A modern building with a 'Garden Court' sign, multiple flags, and a gated entrance.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative elements.
A modern dining area with booths and tables, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

10. Garden Court Milpark

Garden Court Milpark
Johannesburg CBD
United States
Joanne
€74
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Garden Court Milpark
A swimming pool with a circular island in the center, surrounded by a brick building with balconies.
A building with a thatched roof, a paved courtyard, and a variety of tropical plants.
A building with a thatched roof and large windows. There are outdoor tables and chairs, and potted plants around.
A metal staircase structure in a garden with a mural on the wall.

11. Emerald Guesthouse

Emerald Guesthouse
Kempton Park
United Kingdom
Brendan
€37
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Emerald Guesthouse
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the city skyline, and a tree in the background.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a blue sofa, a small round table, and a kitchen area in the background.

12. RH Hotel & Apartments - Pretoria

RH Hotel & Apartments - Pretoria
Sunnyside
United States
Diann
€47
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
RH Hotel & Apartments - Pretoria
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a round table with a vase, and a reception desk.
A luxurious lobby with a tufted leather armchair, a round ottoman, a chandelier, and a staircase leading to the business center.
A modern hotel lobby with black sofas, white tables, and lamps.
A hotel lobby with a long reception desk, multiple seating areas with sofas and armchairs, and a sign indicating the location of the toilets.

13. Manhattan Hotel

Manhattan Hotel
Pretoria Central Business District
South Africa
Modjadji Rolci
€47
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Manhattan Hotel
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative column.
A lobby with a reception desk, a central fountain, and a staircase.
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area.
A hotel named 'Garden Court' with a sign, surrounded by trees and a landscaped garden.

14. Garden Court Eastgate

Garden Court Eastgate
Johannesburg
United States
misha Yvan
€71
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Garden Court Eastgate
A view through a window of a well-maintained garden with palm trees, a brick pathway, and a grassy lawn.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a tree through an open door.
A garden with a stone bench, a tree, and a pathway.

15. Cozy Guestrooms in Midrand

Cozy Guestrooms in Midrand
Midrand
South Africa
Mzwandile
€23
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Cozy Guestrooms in Midrand
A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, and artwork on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a small kitchenette, and a window with blinds.
A modern multi-story residential building with balconies, a central entrance, and a landscaped front yard.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, black marble walls, and a black bathtub.

16. Mint Hotel Sandhurst

Mint Hotel Sandhurst
Sandton
United Kingdom
Paidamoyo
€59
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Mint Hotel Sandhurst
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area with stools, and a view of the cityscape.
A hotel sign with a modern design, indicating it's a Marriott hotel located in Lofthouse Park.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a brown sofa, a wooden bookshelf, and a forest-themed wall mural.
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and hanging light fixtures.

17. Protea Hotel by Marriott Pretoria Loftus Park

Protea Hotel by Marriott Pretoria Loftus Park
Arcadia
United States
Cleopatra
€83
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Protea Hotel by Marriott Pretoria Loftus Park
A modern bedroom with a large bed, a hanging chair, and a glass door leading to an outdoor area with a hanging chair and a table.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and built-in shelves.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, and a view of a swimming pool.
A modern outdoor living area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a dining set under a canopy.

18. MINT Hotel 84 on Katherine

MINT Hotel 84 on Katherine
Sandton
United States
Mark
€50
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
MINT Hotel 84 on Katherine
A view of a swimming pool with outdoor seating and surrounding greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wooden accent wall.
A modern building with a glass entrance, steps leading up to it, and a sign that reads "CITY LODGE".
A buffet setup with various food items and a long counter.

19. City Lodge Hotel Bryanston

City Lodge Hotel Bryanston
Sandton
United States
Jene
€83
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
City Lodge Hotel Bryanston
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring balconies and a parking area with several cars.
An outdoor seating area with yellow sofas and a grill, overlooking a scenic view.
A modern office space with a wooden desk, a hanging light fixture, and a bulletin board with handwritten notes and a framed diagram.
A modern reception area with a wooden ceiling, black reception desk, and green plants.

20. BlackBrick Sandton One

BlackBrick Sandton One
Sandton
United States
Corrin
€60
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
BlackBrick Sandton One
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Top Johannesburg Hotel Reviews

Catalyst Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

Catalyst Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

10/10 Excellent
"Nice one bedroom apartment and good view."
Azra 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Catalyst Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport

Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent service. Shuttle every 15min to and from airport. Hassle free so a great way to start after 18hour flight. Let us into our room early which we appreciated so much. Thank you. The Iris pub attached the food was so good. Breakfast was a great selection. . Happy to recommend this Hotel."
Karyn 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Johannesburg?
Rand Club Suites, around 0.48 kilometres south of downtown Johannesburg, is an Expedia customer favourite. A cafe and free WiFi are among its conveniences. City Lodge Hotel Newtown is another 3-star hotel that rates highly with travellers. It offers a swimming pool and a garden, and is about 1.45 kilometres west of the city centre.
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