Title: TOP Cheap Hotels in Downtown Johannesburg, Johannesburg for 2026 - Downtown Johannesburg Cheap Hotels | Expedia.co.uk [Downtown Johannesburg Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Downtown-Johannesburg.dx6154424)[Holiday Rentals in Johannesburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Holiday-Rentals.d6051471.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Johannesburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Johannesburg.d6051471.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Johannesburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Johannesburg.d6051471.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Johannesburg Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Johannesburg.d6154424.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Johannesburg Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Johannesburg.d6154424.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Johannesburg featuring modern architecture, skyline and a high-rise building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051471/7a9ae076-9e32-49a8-942b-7fb5cf444bd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) Photo by South African Tourism # Find Cheap Hotels in Downtown Johannesburg, Johannesburg - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check availability on Downtown Johannesburg Cheap Hotels Tonight [29 Dec - 30 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6154424&startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=budget_property) Tomorrow [30 Dec - 31 Dec](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6154424&startDate=2025-12-30&endDate=2025-12-31&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=budget_property) This weekend [2 Jan - 4 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6154424&startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=budget_property) Next weekend [9 Jan - 11 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6154424&startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-11&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true&travelerType=budget_property) ## Our top choices for Downtown Johannesburg cheap hotels ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36765900/36765854/e9c624c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36765900/36765854/86ebd49e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36765900/36765854/536a0311.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36770000/36765900/36765854/1daca692.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Businessburg Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Businessburg-Hotel.h36765854.Hotel-Information) Downtown Johannesburg 6.2/10 (23) "A good place if on a tight budget. But no hot water, no towels, and plenty of COCKROACHES." ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Steve £15 includes taxes & fees 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Businessburg-Hotel.h36765854.Hotel-Information) ![Luxury Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, City View | City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27410000/27402600/27402544/ca7314c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27410000/27402600/27402544/e7956b07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Ensuite, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27410000/27402600/27402544/8d26ffb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27410000/27402600/27402544/4019d0e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Franklin Loft Apartments [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-The-Franklin-Loft-Apartments.h27402544.Hotel-Information) Downtown Johannesburg 9.0/10 Wonderful (23) "Amazing service and chic apartments " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Corrin [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-The-Franklin-Loft-Apartments.h27402544.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91280000/91272500/91272437/40532b22.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Classic Studio | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91280000/91272500/91272437/64c6b5aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91280000/91272500/91272437/5d2907c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Luxury Studio | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with cable channels, Netflix, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91280000/91272500/91272437/1e1cb979.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 on Pritchard [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-4-On-Pritchard.h91272437.Hotel-Information) Downtown Johannesburg [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-4-On-Pritchard.h91272437.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8403600/8403573/7cfaa0a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8403600/8403573/0bff598d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8403600/8403573/a381349a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Daily buffet breakfast (ZAR 175 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8403600/8403573/23deca25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-City-Lodge-Hotel-At-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h8403573.Hotel-Information) O.R. Tambo 8.8/10 Excellent (1827) "Location, check in, staff, amenities were all excellent " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Kim £106 includes taxes & fees 30 Dec - 31 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-City-Lodge-Hotel-At-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h8403573.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48900/48843/c074de1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48900/48843/dcebd7c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Self-parking (surcharge) 50 per day](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48900/48843/9392f2f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48900/48843/2c09714a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Southern Sun O.R Tambo [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Southern-Sun-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h48843.Hotel-Information) O.R. Tambo 8.6/10 Excellent (1652) "Great staff, and very easy and convenient!" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Robin £84 includes taxes & fees 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Southern-Sun-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h48843.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003400/3003373/c1c8158d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003400/3003373/b44032ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003400/3003373/55f30537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room, 1 King Bed | Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003400/3003373/9babc8a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-OR-Tambo-Airport.h3003373.Hotel-Information) Kempton Park 8.6/10 Excellent (1004) "Nice friendly staff" ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Sally £67 includes taxes & fees 9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-OR-Tambo-Airport.h3003373.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2810000/2806300/2806294/5e487cf5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2810000/2806300/2806294/1d8caa4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2810000/2806300/2806294/60fa3982.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2810000/2806300/2806294/5693b80b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Garden Court O.R. Tambo International Airport [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Garden-Court-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h2806294.Hotel-Information) Isando 8.4/10 Very good (857) "Excellent place to stay near the airport. Breakfast was outstanding!" ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Jonathan £78 includes taxes & fees 11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Garden-Court-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h2806294.Hotel-Information) ![In-room dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74750000/74742300/74742226/0ca71d8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Presidential Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74750000/74742300/74742226/a12b7a53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74750000/74742300/74742226/303124d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Studio Suite, Bathtub | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74750000/74742300/74742226/512bc1e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### @Sandton Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Sandton-Hotel.h74742226.Hotel-Information) Sandton 9.4/10 Exceptional (315) "Everything at Sandton is pretty much on point. I love the hospitality and sweet service from staff all round " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Edward £68 includes taxes & fees 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Sandton-Hotel.h74742226.Hotel-Information) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3509800/3509707/c036b063.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Buffet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3509800/3509707/16e46401.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3509800/3509707/03328614.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3510000/3509800/3509707/eef9d19f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Rosebank.h3509707.Hotel-Information) Rosebank 8.8/10 Excellent (477) "Great helpful staff Gautrain a bonus-would stay again " ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Peter £64 includes taxes & fees 18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Rosebank.h3509707.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3610000/3608600/3608564/74eefb62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3610000/3608600/3608564/5a78ad39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3610000/3608600/3608564/ff592da1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Suite with Garden View | Garden view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3610000/3608600/3608564/ef5939f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunrock Guesthouse [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Sunrock-Guesthouse.h3608564.Hotel-Information) Kempton Park 9.4/10 Exceptional (855) "Very friendly staff. " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Christopher £107 includes taxes & fees 13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Sunrock-Guesthouse.h3608564.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13®ionId=6154424&adults=2&sort=BUDGET&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Downtown Johannesburg Hotel Reviews ![Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/178100/178093/8c3d6162_y.jpg) ### Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton 10/10 Excellent "Always good to be back in balalaika." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Johannesburg-Balalaika-Sandton.h178093.Hotel-Information) ![City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8403600/8403573/7cfaa0a7_y.jpg) ### City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport 10/10 Excellent "Location, check in, staff, amenities were all excellent " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-City-Lodge-Hotel-At-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h8403573.Hotel-Information) ![Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3570000/3562000/3561936/b7aaea60_y.jpg) ### Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Clean and very friendly staff" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Gautrain-Hotel.h3561936.Hotel-Information) ![Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3900000/3897000/3896985/1bd13fc2_y.jpg) ### Peermont Metcourt at Emperors Palace 10/10 Excellent "Nice room, great breakfast " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Peermont-Metcourt-At-Emperors-Palace.h3896985.Hotel-Information) ![Premier Hotel OR Tambo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3843900/3843897/3f4075ad_y.jpg) ### Premier Hotel OR Tambo 10/10 Excellent "Clean and nice amenities as well as big rooms " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Premier-Hotel-OR-Tambo.h3843897.Hotel-Information) ![Premier Hotel Quatermain](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4590000/4586100/4586012/w5937h3962x4y0-81a7b2dd_y.jpg) ### Premier Hotel Quatermain 10/10 Excellent "Breakfast was homely and the service was good holistically. I only would no recommend in room dining. Rather order in or enjoy neighbouring restaurants." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Premier-Hotel-Quatermain.h4586012.Hotel-Information) ![Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003400/3003373/c1c8158d_y.jpg) ### Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport 10/10 Excellent "Quick check in" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-OR-Tambo-Airport.h3003373.Hotel-Information) ## Frequently asked questions ### What is Downtown Johannesburg like for travellers on a budget? ### What is there to see and do in Downtown Johannesburg? ### How can I get to Downtown Johannesburg and get around on a budget?