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

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4 on Pritchard

4 on Pritchard
3.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
4 on Pritchard

Businessburg Hotel

Businessburg Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
6.4 out of 10, (25 reviews)
"The staff and location "
United States
Charles
The price is €20
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Businessburg Hotel

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
3.0 star property
19.4 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,909 reviews)
"Really, a veey nice stay because of the convenience, amenities, helpful staff , and close parking"
United States
Marie Annick
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
4.0 star property
19.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,622 reviews)
"Excellent location, very low turnover with staff, very helpful staff."
United States
Thomas
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
4.0 star property
19.9 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast menu. Friendly staff. "
United States
Sandrine
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

Sunrock Guesthouse

Sunrock Guesthouse
4.0 star property
20.8 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (906 reviews)
"A very welcoming guesthouse with excellent food, very friendly and helpful staff and beautiful landscaping. Our must stay in Jo’birg"
United States
Bruce
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Sunrock Guesthouse

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
4.0 star property
19.5 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (875 reviews)
"Perfect for An airport overnight. Staff were excellent."
United States
James
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4.0 star property
20.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Great breakfast and dining options "
United States
Mario D
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG

InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
5.0 star property
19.5 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff who were supremely helpful "
Canada
Yagan
The price is €532
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG

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)
"Had an amazing stay! It’s a beautiful hotel with incredible staff who go above and beyond!!"
United States
Gerald
The price is €378
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"

Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport

Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
3.0 star property
18.7 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (896 reviews)
"We had a great stay here on an overnight layover. Would 100% recommend Garden Court to anyone. "
United States
Jared
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport

Usambara lodge

Usambara lodge
4.0 star property
28.7 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Room was spotless and the staff was welcoming"
South Africa
Portia
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Usambara lodge

Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace

Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace
4.0 star property
18 km from Downtown Johannesburg
7.8 out of 10, Good, (323 reviews)
"Great location for restaurants and entertainment. Room clean, if a little old fashioned. Staff helpful and friendly. "
United Kingdom
Louise
The price is €194
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Peermont Mondior At Emperors Palace

Town Lodge Johannesburg Airport

Town Lodge Johannesburg Airport
2.0 star property
16 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (138 reviews)
"Outstanding staff, excellent food, particularly the buffet breakfast."
United States
barry
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
Town Lodge Johannesburg Airport

Riboville

Riboville
5.0 star property
Midrand, 19.8 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Beautiful location, well appointed room, helpful and attentive staff. Visit you won’t be disappointed. "
United States
RAWLVAN
The price is €227
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Riboville

Vista ORT

Vista ORT
3.0 star property
22.9 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (506 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff"
United States
April C.
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Vista ORT

The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
4.0 star property
Randburg, 12.7 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (117 reviews)
"Staff were super friendly and helpful. Really nice stay. "
United Kingdom
Amy
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Pivot Hotel Montecasino

Pivot Hotel Montecasino
4.0 star property
Sandton, 19.6 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (350 reviews)
"I had an absolutely lovely stay. The room was quite nice, but in particular I have to mention the staff who were exceptionally friendly, polite, and helpful. Possibly the best I have ever experienced. The breakfast buffet is equal to the best in Europe, and the egg chef is a fun guy and a master with eggs. "
United States
Darroll
The price is €163
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Pivot Hotel Montecasino

Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg

Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg
5.0 star property
3.5 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (377 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Friendly staff. Great spa"
United States
Simon
The price is €542
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg

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)
"This is hands down the most incredible place we have stayed! Incredibly clean, beautiful in every way, their staff is above and beyond, the breakfast was scrumptious with so many meal options! We traveled in South Africa for two weeks and we felt the safest while staying here. "
United States
Tyler
The price is €171
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
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 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 Boulders Shopping Centre or Mall of Africa.

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.

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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 Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium as part of your Downtown Johannesburg travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Johannesburg?
Based on our traveller data, Businessburg Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay 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 15 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 Rissik Street Post Office 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 Johannesburg City Hall 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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