Highveld

Travel Guide

A quick hour drive from Johannesburg, an amazing weekend destination
The Golden Gate Highlands NP is located north of the Drakensberg and mostly visited as a pass through to go to Lesotho. It is worth to stay for a visit and a hike. The views are stunning. This photo is taken just after the controlled fires. #nationalpark
Soccer City Stadium in Johannesburg in the daytime.  Looks even neater in the night with lights on.
Repurposed decommissioned coal power plant in Soweto and now prominent landmark and as you can see art installation.
The royal graves in Lesotho. Everyone is buried looking towards east. Not so sure why. Beautiful original way they still burry people

Where to stay in Highveld

Sandton Sunset

Sandton

A noteworthy feature of Sandton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.

Sandton
Panoramic view of Johannesburg, South Africa

Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while in the area.

Rosebank
This airport seems to be extremely colorful.

O.R. Tambo

4/5(137 area reviews)

While visiting O.R. Tambo, you might make a stop by sights like International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino.

O.R. Tambo
Aerial view of Johannesburg, taken from Midrand and facing South towards Sandton.

Midrand

You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.

Midrand
Johannesburg Botanical Garden which includes 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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Fourways

Travelers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fourways
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 Kempton Park Gauteng
$146 nightly
The price is $170 total per night from Apr 8 to Apr 9
$170 total
Apr 8 - Apr 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,888 reviews)
The phones in the room don't work half the time. There should also be a sticker for essential phone numbers (for when the room phones work).

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
$99 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
$114 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,625 reviews)
Very nice hotel, close to the airport, convenient shuttle service, employees are very friendly and helpful. My only criticism is the rooms are not set up for travelers from North America. Not a single USB port to charge electronics in the room. Unless you have international travel adaptors, you are ...

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo

Premier Hotel OR Tambo

4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street Kempton Park Gauteng
$80 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
$94 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Comfortable layover between flights. Restaurant dood choice buffet. Shuttle to airport reliable and on time.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
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.
BlackBrick Sandton Two

BlackBrick Sandton Two

3.5 out of 5
22 Fredman Dr Sandton Gauteng
Stay at this aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
This place is awesome!!! The pictures accurately depict this place -- I suggest going to upstairs restaurant-- it's a vibe!!!

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

BlackBrick Sandton Two
One Rosebank Executive Apartment Hotel

One Rosebank Executive Apartment Hotel

4.5 out of 5
37 Cradock Ave Johannesburg Gauteng
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
I was woken up in the night by a whatsapp message on the payment confusion and went back forth trying to confirm if submitting card details would mean at check in the amount would be deducted from my card

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

One Rosebank Executive Apartment Hotel
Lux Leisure Apartment Hotel Sandton

Lux Leisure Apartment Hotel Sandton

4.5 out of 5
125 Pretoria Ave Sandton Gauteng
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room massages. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Beautiful rooms with great location and excellent amenities. The only flaw would be the size of the shower.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Lux Leisure Apartment Hotel Sandton
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.

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