Johannesburg South Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gold Reef City featuring a park, a pond and rides
Apartheid Museum which includes art and a city
Gold Reef City showing a water park and rides
Gold Reef City which includes heritage architecture
Gold Reef City showing a fountain, art and outdoor art

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best Johannesburg South Hotel Deals

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel

3 out of 5
Corner of Northern Parkway, Johannesburg South, Gauteng
The price is NZ$203 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
NZ$203
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Gold Reef City Casino and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)
Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel
"Was disappointed at the number of rides for the kids were under maintenence. Also the staff at the Theme Park at most of the rides are not the friendliest of people. The hotel staff are friendly and the hotel check in process is efficient"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel
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 NZ$234 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
NZ$234
9 Oct - 10 Oct
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! (1,780 reviews)
"Even after having to check out of the room, there were plenty of comfortable places to wait, watch TV, read a book and get something to eat until it was time for my flight. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful at every interaction. The food available was delicious and served at a great price ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 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 NZ$167 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
NZ$167
26 Sept - 27 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! (1,018 reviews)
"Excellent service"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg, Boksburg, Gauteng
The price is NZ$129 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$129
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (696 reviews)
"The have a free shuttle to and from the Airport. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The food is really good and the cost is reasonable. I will definitely be coming back. Marcia in the restaurant was especially helpful."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
The price is NZ$166 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
NZ$166
7 Oct - 8 Oct
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! (262 reviews)
"The whole staff were nice. Great ambience. The Rooms are well kept and smells fresh. Will definitely stay again. Everyone was so accommodating"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 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 NZ$175 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
NZ$175
3 Oct - 4 Oct
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Overall good stay well located."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Johannesburg South

Maropeng showing 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.

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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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Melville

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

Melville
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Kensington

Kensington is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Johannesburg area, you might plan a trip to Eastgate Shopping Centre or Bruma Flea Market.

Kensington
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Houghton Estate

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

Houghton Estate
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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


Johannesburg South Travel Guide

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