Kensington

Johannesburg

A cityscape with tall buildings and a sunset sky.

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Rhodes Park

8.0/10 (1 review)
Rhodes Park is just one of the places to see in Johannesburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.
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Things to do

Picture 3 for Activity From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari

From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari

€182
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
From Johannesburg: Pilanesberg Nature Reserve Game Safari
Johannesburg and Soweto: Half Day Tour

Johannesburg and Soweto: Half-Day Tour

€62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg and Soweto: Half-Day Tour
5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari

5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari

€1,605
per traveller
5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch

€45
per adult
Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch
Le tour de Johannesburg, Musée de l’apartheid et soweto

full day tour Johannesburg et soweto township

€96
per adult
full day tour Johannesburg et soweto township
Popping Bottles!

Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg

€99
per adult
Amapiano & Afrobeats Nightlife Experience in Johannesburg
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Top hotels in Kensington

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 €175 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
€175
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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! (2,091 reviews)
"Average in all respects. Was promised when booking that I could leave a case for a few days. Reconfirmed at check in. When came to leave in morning told that they could not keep case. Duty manager of no use at all. Couldn’t care less that promises had been made!,"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Sandton Sun & Towers

Sandton Sun & Towers

5 out of 5
Cnr. Fith And Alice Streets Johannesburg Gauteng
The price is €217 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
€217
17 Oct - 18 Oct
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
Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is €108 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
€108
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,642 reviews)
"Great rooms great breakfast great location"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
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 €123 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
€123
6 Nov - 7 Nov
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! (1,003 reviews)
"It was fairly clean and the amenities in the room included water, coffee, tea, milk and an iron and ironing board. Dining is available all night. There was buffet and a la carte choice. We ordered a la carte- steaks and chef forgot the sauce which came 15 min after the food was on the table. The ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street Kempton Park Gauteng
The price is €115 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
€115
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Location close to the airport and the free airport transfer was really good and quick. It is a good service provided by the hotel. The Hotel is a bit dated, but it was clean and had everything it needed. The staff were friendly and the check-in process took max 5mins, so was a good experience and ..."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2026

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

4 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd Sandton Gauteng
The price is €124 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
€124
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
@Sandton Hotel
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Where to stay in Kensington

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A large public square with a prominent statue in the center, surrounded by historic buildings and a modern skyscraper.

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.

A cityscape with a prominent cylindrical skyscraper, a stadium, and surrounding residential and commercial buildings.

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.

A tree-lined street with purple flowers.

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.

An aerial view of a residential area with houses, winding roads, and a river.

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.

Two large cooling towers with colorful murals, surrounded by trees and power lines.
Photo by Anna Bennett
Open Photo by Anna Bennett

Soweto

You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Soweto. You might want to make time for a stop at Maponya Mall or Mandela's House.

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