Melrose

Johannesburg

Popular places to visit

Montecasino

Montecasino

With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.

Montecasino
Nelson Mandela Square

Nelson Mandela Square

Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.

Nelson Mandela Square
Gold Reef City featuring a city, a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Gold Reef City Casino

Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.

Gold Reef City Casino
Apartheid Museum showing a city and art

Apartheid Museum

Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.

Apartheid Museum
First National Bank Stadium

First National Bank Stadium

Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

First National Bank Stadium

Melrose Arch Shopping Centre

During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Melrose Arch Shopping Centre

Things to do

Johannesburg Full-Day Tou

Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)

€118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Johannesburg Full-Day Tour(Soweto/Jo-Burg & Apartheid Museum)
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

€164
per adult
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto
Sterkfontein cave

Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience

€96
per adult
Maropeng Cradle of Humankind Museum &Sterkfontein Cave Experience
Experience Pilanesberg National Park

Pilanesberg National Park - Day Tours & Multiple Days

€120
per adult
Pilanesberg National Park - Day Tours & Multiple Days
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline

Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline

€106
per adult
Half-Day Safari Tour of the Magaliesberg Mountains by Zipline
Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg

Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg

€265
per adult
Two day Kruger National Park Safari from Johannesburg
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Top hotels in Melrose

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank

4 out of 5
28 TOTTENHAM AVENUE, MELROSE, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is €70 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
€70
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (145 reviews)
Excellent service
"The place was clean and the environment was good.From the friendliest receptionist Kenneth Khoza and Anne Mabyalani. Warmth welcome on our arrival .Our room was neat and clean,very cosy.As for the day diner was great on our first stay.Breakfast was awesome.We really enjoy our stay and we keep coming ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
Courtyard Hotel Rosebank

Courtyard Hotel Rosebank

4 out of 5
Corner Oxford and Tyrwhitt Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is €91 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
€91
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rosebank Mall and Melrose Arch Shopping ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (355 reviews)
Recommended for convenience and comfort
"Comfortable queen bed with good amenities and mini kitchen. Courteous and friendly staff at reception and in dining room. Conveniently located across from the Rosebank Mall and The Zone The hop on hop off bus stops opposite the hotel."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Courtyard Hotel Rosebank
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, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is €130 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
€130
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,709 reviews)
"The room was nice and beds good but unfortunately the dinner was discusting. I took the special South African dish and the beef was not fresh, the sausage not fully cooked, the chicken a little smelly. I should have returned the whole meal but the vegetables and fries were okay and we were ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is €104 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
€104
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Layover in Joburg en route to Zambia. I would love to return for a visit to South Africa and stay in this hotel!"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is €95 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
€95
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (241 reviews)
"Great Staff, great food. Love the safe location"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

@Sandton Hotel
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, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is €85 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
€85
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
Perfect for a quick stop near the airport.
"We had a good stay at this hotel. Service was wonderful and the food was very good - fresh and tasty. The room was clean and bed comfortable. Only thing we didn’t like was the shower was in the bedroom with a curtain only to separate and there was no toiletries on arrival. The shuttle service to ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Melrose

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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.

Rosebank
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Houghton Estate

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Houghton Estate
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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.

Sandton
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Sandown

If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sandown
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.

Randburg
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Downtown Johannesburg

4/5(2 area reviews)

Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.

Downtown Johannesburg

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