Title: Melrose Travel Guide: Best of Melrose, Johannesburg Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Melrose](https://expedia.co.uk/Melrose-Johannesburg-Hotels.0-n6154297-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[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)[Melrose Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Melrose.d6154297.Car-Hire-Guide)[Melrose Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Melrose.d6154297.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Melrose Travel Guide ## Johannesburg ## Visit Melrose Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Johannesburg travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg.dx6051471) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sandton City Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177935/de3aca0f-05d4-4521-9e0b-9f82b777c088.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sandton City Mall During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandton-City-Mall-Sandton.d6066873.Attraction) ![Gold Reef City Casino](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066843/61f32b36-5b20-4ccf-96d3-5fb1e227324b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Reef-City-Casino-Johannesburg-South.d6066843.Attraction) ![Canal Walk building lit up at night with lights reflection on the canal, Century City, Cape Town, South Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633953984995/46b354ac-b266-427a-bddc-07ddce6c9c07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mall of Africa During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mall-Of-Africa-Greater-Johannesburg-Metropolitan-Area.d553248633953984995.Attraction) ![University of South Africa, Unisa Muckleneuk Campus.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090577/d0fc51ed-c89c-49ea-a234-d6fbdf763bb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### UNISA Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/UNISA-Muckleneuk.d6090577.Attraction) ![Johannesburg Zoo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066841/923e0401-59cc-4496-a11a-6a2705f96b86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Johannesburg Zoo From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Zoo-Johannesburg.d6066841.Attraction) ![Eastgate Shopping Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179698/c065a39e-eaec-4523-b4df-226f8f30ac62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Eastgate Shopping Centre During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eastgate-Shopping-Centre-Johannesburg.d6154281.Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44631798/75b2d10f-d579-4157-a1cb-6d6ed2fe7ef4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour £86 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-johannesburg-rhino-lion-safari-and-wonder-cave-tour.a44631798.activity-details) ![Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4581314/e06806e3-0533-45bf-ace3-e06b83d2983c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Soweto: Guided Bicycle Tour with Lunch £37 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/soweto-guided-bicycle-tour-with-lunch.a4581314.activity-details) ![From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4749372/0441351e-17c1-4edc-9464-38949762a461.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour £142 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-johannesburg-lion-safari-park-half-day-tour.a4749372.activity-details) ![Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48577648/28071677-65ae-4199-b78c-780678778309.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food £37 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hartbeespoort-dam-the-luxury-alba-boat-cruise-with-food.a48577648.activity-details) ![Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2014150/6544eb1e-052e-4c44-b26f-b7b76c042168.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Guided Day Tour of Soweto And Apartheid Museum £62 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-guided-day-tour-of-soweto-and-apartheid-museum.a2014150.activity-details) ![Feeding the Giraffe at Lion Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44913256/f34124b5-795e-4d8f-bf47-f667ec487f9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour £95 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-lion-and-safari-park-tour.a44913256.activity-details) [See all activities in Johannesburg](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Johannesburg.d6051471.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Melrose ![Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75010000/75005500/75005468/4a30aa51_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank 28 TOTTENHAM AVENUE Johannesburg Gauteng £69 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (212 reviews) Very clean hotel, friendly staff and central to loads of restaurants and shops. Great place to stay over for business as well. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=75005468&PinnedHotelID=75005468&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6154297) ![City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8403600/8403573/7cfaa0a7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5 Kempton Park Gauteng £130 10 Apr - 11 Apr 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! (1,886 reviews) Clean room, lovely soft towels. Beauty reception area and great restaurant, especially with the patio overlooking the pool. Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=8403573&PinnedHotelID=8403573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6154297) ![Southern Sun O.R Tambo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48900/48843/b101d1f0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Southern Sun O.R Tambo Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng £85 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,615 reviews) Although the hotel appears dark and dated it is very functional for overnight stay close to the airport. Rooms are large , clean and very comfortable. Water pressure in the shower is amazing. Would stay again. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=48843&PinnedHotelID=48843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6154297) ![Premier Hotel OR Tambo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3843900/3843897/7b1bbfae_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Premier Hotel OR Tambo 73 Gladiator Street Kempton Park Gauteng £70 5 Apr - 6 Apr 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! (1,001 reviews) In one month I slept there and the internet is terrible You can’t even work in the middle of the night Yesterday it was crazy that I have to ask to change the room Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F04%2F2026&endDate=06%2F04%2F2026&selected=3843897&PinnedHotelID=3843897&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6154297) ![Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9690000/9688700/9688690/ece16257_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg Boksburg Gauteng £51 4 Apr - 5 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (851 reviews) Great staff. They made suggestions around trip to make things easier for me which I really appreciated. The room was clean. Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026&selected=9688690&PinnedHotelID=9688690&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6154297) ![Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003400/3003373/c1c8158d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport Corner of York and Gladiator Streets Kempton Park Gauteng £73 10 Apr - 11 Apr 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! (1,002 reviews) The stay was super, definitely looking forward to going back there Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=11%2F04%2F2026&selected=3003373&PinnedHotelID=3003373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6154297) [See all 2,674 properties in Melrose](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6154297) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Rosebank.dx6154299) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Houghton Estate 4/5(2 area reviews) If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Houghton-Estate.dx553248635974577994) ![Sandton Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177935/cd8362eb-4aa5-4dbb-9c3b-4f33e6edbf2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Sandton.dx177935) ![aerial view Johannesburg , South Africa, Sandton, sandown, panoramic views of the Magaliesberg and Gauteng late afternoon sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976008365/599006de-3d16-4f17-a569-f761934bbdfc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sandown If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Sandown.dx553248635976008365) ![Randburg](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6279643/48ed242c-2424-4e3b-9d53-081fa8dd2a72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Johannesburg-Randburg.dx179704) ![Downtown Johannesburg](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6154424/4060e885-2cb6-4c06-8f6b-4b39760d885b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city. 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