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

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Our top choices for Downtown Johannesburg hotels

Classic Studio Suite

4 on Pritchard

4 on Pritchard
3.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
4 on Pritchard
Reception hall

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
6.4 out of 10, (25 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
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Businessburg Hotel
Exterior

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, (1,640 reviews)
"Spotless rooms, courteous staff, great location "
United States
Tumelo
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Terrace/patio

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, (1,872 reviews)
"Room was clean, bed comfortable, staff friendly."
United States
Karine
The price is €152
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Exterior

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, (874 reviews)
"Clean room, easy check in, safe, great with the shuttle. "
United Kingdom
Ari Bjorn
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport
Interior

SUN1 Midrand

SUN1 Midrand
2.0 star property
Midrand, 25 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (20 reviews)
"Shower door not closing properly no soap basin in the shower"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is €35
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
SUN1 Midrand
Outdoor pool

Royal Majestic Hotel

Royal Majestic Hotel
2.5 star property
Rosebank, 6.2 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Excellent room, amenities, facilities, etc. "
United States
Enrico
The price is €72
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Royal Majestic Hotel
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Usambara lodge

Usambara lodge
4.0 star property
28.7 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We just slept overnight after a baby shower. Great breakfast service the waiter was excellent, wish the breakfast options were more but a nice breakfast non the less"
South Africa
Massador
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Usambara lodge
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Sunrock Guesthouse

Sunrock Guesthouse
4.0 star property
20.8 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (879 reviews)
"Great place to stay while traveling to and from the airport. Comfortable room, friendly staff, pool was a bonus and a massage was extremely nice after a long haul flight "
United States
Clair
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Sunrock Guesthouse
Interior

Misty Hills Country Hotel

Misty Hills Country Hotel
4.0 star property
27.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (145 reviews)
"Well deserved weekend away with my husband and spoilt for and entire weekend at this splendid destination "
South Africa
Niva
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Misty Hills Country 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"
Lobby

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4.0 star property
20.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Easy check in, very courteous staff, wonderful breakfast "
United States
Debra
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Lobby

54 On Bath

54 On Bath
5.0 star property
Rosebank, 6 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (241 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and the staff were fantastic! "
United Kingdom
Patrick
The price is €213
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar
54 On Bath
Exterior

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)
"Ideal stop when in transit or catching an early flight"
United Kingdom
Maria
The price is €416
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG
Interior

Riboville

Riboville
5.0 star property
Midrand, 19.8 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 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
Interior

@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel
3.0 star property
11.2 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (335 reviews)
"Real nice place to stay "
United States
King
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
@Sandton Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely staff, great location close to the airport for a long layover + free shuttle to the airport and back to the hotel made it easy to get around."
Australia
Tavonga
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Grand Room | Balcony view

The Cliffside Boutique Getaway

The Cliffside Boutique Getaway
5.0 star property
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 €211
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
The Cliffside Boutique Getaway
Terrace/patio

Afrique Boutique Hotel O.R. Tambo

Afrique Boutique Hotel O.R. Tambo
4.0 star property
19.6 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (131 reviews)
"We found this gem by accident, but highly recommended the stay and especially the dining experience. We loved it."
Australia
Madeleine
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Afrique Boutique Hotel O.R. Tambo
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Where to stay in Downtown Johannesburg

Find the best Downtown Johannesburg areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

Panoramic view of Johannesburg, South Africa

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.

This airport seems to be extremely colorful.
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Open Photo by Dan Rose

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.

Aerial view of Johannesburg, taken from Midrand and facing South towards Sandton.

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.

Looking up to the Northcliff Reservoir with Clouds behind the water tower Center screen

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

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location next to the Gautrain & Sandton City. Modern clean rooms, with kind and responsive staff "
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Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

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 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 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 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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