Johannesburg Hotel Guide. Hotels in Downtown Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa

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Our top choices for Downtown Johannesburg hotels

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The Franklin Loft Apartments

The Franklin Loft Apartments
4.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23 reviews)
"Amazing service and chic apartments "
United States
Corrin
The Franklin Loft Apartments
Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Businessburg Hotel

Businessburg Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
6.2 out of 10, (23 reviews)
"A good place if on a tight budget. But no hot water, no towels, and plenty of COCKROACHES."
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is €18
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Businessburg Hotel
Classic Studio Suite

4 on Pritchard

4 on Pritchard
3.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
4 on Pritchard
Interior

Riboville

Riboville
5.0 star property
Midrand, 19.8 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Staff are very attentive and welcoming. Rooms are spotless and well appointed. Great restaurant and delicious food. We would stay at Riboville whenever we visit Johannesburg. "
United Kingdom
Michael
Riboville
Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Europrime Hotels

Europrime Hotels
3.0 star property
20.6 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (233 reviews)
"Staff were friendly and very helpful. They went out of their way to assist me and the accommodation was very nice and clean."
South Africa
Ronel
The price is €46
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Europrime Hotels
City view from property

Reef Hotel

Reef Hotel
4.0 star property
1.4 km from Downtown Johannesburg
7.8 out of 10, Good, (219 reviews)
"STAFF ARE VERY COURTEOUS"
United Kingdom
srinivas
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Reef Hotel
Lobby

54 On Bath

54 On Bath
5.0 star property
Rosebank, 6 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (237 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and the staff were fantastic! "
United Kingdom
Patrick
The price is €237
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
54 On Bath
Terrace/patio

City Lodge Hotel Waterfall City

City Lodge Hotel Waterfall City
3.5 star property
Midrand, 21.4 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (159 reviews)
"It is very good hotel just beside Mall of Africa . Good facility with eco friendly . We will chose this hotel again."
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
City Lodge Hotel Waterfall City
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Home Suite Hotels Rosebank

Home Suite Hotels Rosebank
4.0 star property
5 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"Perfect location, big rooms, modern design, amazing service!"
Germany
Thomas
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Home Suite Hotels Rosebank
Interior entrance

Protea Hotel by Marriott Midrand

Protea Hotel by Marriott Midrand
4.0 star property
Midrand, 28.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (141 reviews)
"Great for family vacations "
United States
Beryl
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Protea Hotel by Marriott Midrand
Terrace/patio

The Monarch Hotel

The Monarch Hotel
Rosebank, 5.8 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Excellent "
Canada
Hassan
The Monarch Hotel
Reception

Town Lodge Waterfall, Midrand

Town Lodge Waterfall, Midrand
2.0 star property
Midrand, 22.2 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (96 reviews)
"It was a good stay, the staff was super friendly and I had a really nice stay."
South Africa
Cikizwa Gloria
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Town Lodge Waterfall, Midrand
Outdoor spa tub

Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa

Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa
5.0 star property
Sandton, 13.4 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Beautiful spa, friendly staff, excellent restaurant, and beautiful garden."
United States
Werner
The price is €292
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa
View from property

Marriott Executive Apartments Johannesburg, Melrose Arch

Marriott Executive Apartments Johannesburg, Melrose Arch
4.0 star property
7.7 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Rachel
The price is €212
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Marriott Executive Apartments Johannesburg, Melrose Arch
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Hyde Park Guest House

Hyde Park Guest House
5.0 star property
7.7 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (170 reviews)
"Beautiful quiet place. Great service. "
United States
Rakesh
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Hyde Park Guest House
City Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Mountain View | Private kitchen

Reserved Suites Illovo

Reserved Suites Illovo
3.0 star property
Sandton, 8.6 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (40 reviews)
"This was an apartment /hotel"
United States
Sabriya
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan
Reserved Suites Illovo
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Southern Sun Rosebank

Southern Sun Rosebank
4.0 star property
Rosebank, 6 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (402 reviews)
"very nice staff!"
United States
Prince
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Southern Sun Rosebank
Signature Villa, 2 Bedrooms | View from room

The Peech Hotel

The Peech Hotel
4.0 star property
7 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (132 reviews)
"Simply excellent hotel with a great service"
Canada
Inna
The price is €274
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
The Peech Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to midnight, pool loungers

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"
5.0 star property
20.5 km from Downtown Johannesburg
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Wonderful boutique hotel. Perfect for an overnight stay before or after flight into/ from JNB"
United Kingdom
Steve
African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"
Grand Room | Balcony view

The Cliffside Boutique Getaway

The Cliffside Boutique Getaway
5.0 star property
Northcliff, 10.3 km from Downtown Johannesburg
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Fantastic Boutique Hotel, food was excellent and the staff were all fantastic! Highly recommend this place for relaxing stay. "
United States
Nkungame
The price is €209
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
The Cliffside Boutique Getaway
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Where to stay in Downtown Johannesburg

Find the best Downtown Johannesburg 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.

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 Botanical Garden featuring a park

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.

Top Downtown Johannesburg Hotel Reviews

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

10/10 Excellent
"Staff were excellent "
Aidree 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Johannesburg?
Downtown Johannesburg is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its football games, architecture and art. Make sure that you visit Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall as part of your Downtown Johannesburg travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Johannesburg?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Businessburg Hotel is the highest ranked property in Downtown Johannesburg. This hotel offers free WiFi and flat-screen TVs.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Johannesburg?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Johannesburg, you can choose from 16 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Johannesburg.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Johannesburg, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Downtown Johannesburg.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Johannesburg?
Sights like Johannesburg Art Gallery and The AGOG can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown Johannesburg. Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Johannesburg include Absa Art Gallery, Windybrow Centre for the Arts and Carlton Centre. Arts on Main and Rissik Street Post Office are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Johannesburg.
How can I get around Downtown Johannesburg and the greater Johannesburg area?
Ready to get out and explore the city? Ellis Park Station is the closest metro station. To venture out of town, take a train from Johannesburg Park Station.

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