Downtown Johannesburg Travel Guide

Name: Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Price range: £70
Rating: 8.2

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Popular places to visit

Johannesburg City Hall

3/5(1 review)

After visiting Johannesburg City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Nelson Mandela Bridge

Find out about the history of Johannesburg with a stop at Nelson Mandela Bridge. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Johannesburg Art Gallery

See paintings by great European masters, such as Monet and Picasso, and admire the work of South African artists at this downtown gallery.

Ellis Park Stadium

Catch an event at Ellis Park Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.

Rissik Street Post Office

You can find out about the history of Johannesburg with a trip to Rissik Street Post Office. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Johannesburg Stadium

Catch an event at Johannesburg Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this quaint area.

Things to do

Johannesburg and Soweto: Half Day Tour

£49

Per adult

100% of travellers recommend

From Johannesburg: Pretoria Guided City Tour

£118

Per adult

Ultimate Johannesburg Soweto Experience with Apartheid Museum

£105

Per adult

100% of travellers recommend

JoburgPlaces Understanding Joburg Walking Tour

£27

Per adult

Apartheid History of South Africa (Full day Experience with lunch

£78

Per adult

Pilanesberg: 2 Day 3-Star Pilanesberg Safari

£328

Per adult

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Top hotels in Downtown Johannesburg

Hallmark Hotel by BON Hotels

54 Siemert Rd, Johannesburg, Gauteng

£57

per night

23 Jun - 24 Jun

Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Rosebank Mall and Gold Reef City Casino are ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (43 reviews)

Spacious rooms with a nice view

"Room is very nice and spacious, we have a wrap around balcony where we have coffee every morning. Bathroom is also spacious and always clean with a nice tub. My issue was the curtains are not thick enough so one can see through the bathroom at night when lights are on. So we had to take a shower ..."

Reviewed on 7 May 2024

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng

£82

per night

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,241 reviews)

"I ordered and confirmed 2 twin beds (for 2 rooms to have 4 beds) but all the front desk gave me was a double bed. Then I asked for consideration (free breakfast) but they wouldn’t give me anything."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport

Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng

£71

per night

1 Jul - 2 Jul

Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)

Johannesburg stopover

"Late checkin efficient and helpful. 24/7 airport shuttle reliable and convenient. Friendly and efficient staff . a big room with comfortable bed . Good location close to airport . Good breakfast . Reasonably priced"

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

£61

per night

29 Jun - 30 Jun

Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

"Our restaurant server, Chirimuta Pertinacious, was just delightful and made us feel welcome and special."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024

Sandton Sun and Towers

Cnr Fifth & Alice Streets, Sandton, Gauteng

£156

per night

16 Jun - 17 Jun

Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

9/10 Wonderful! (459 reviews)

"Always a pleasure at sandton sun and townlere. When it doubt, just stay here. :)"

Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

Corner of York and Gladiator Streets, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng

£70

per night

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)

"Extremely friendly and helpful staff!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Johannesburg

Maboneng Precinct

Maboneng Precinct is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Museum of African Design and POPArt Theatre.

Maropeng featuring interior views as well as an individual male

Johannesburg CBD

While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Johannesburg City Hall and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.

Melville

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Melville. You might consider stopping by 7th Street while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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.

Melrose

Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travellers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.

Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

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.