Soweto

Johannesburg

The famous vibrant painted towers in Soweto.
Taking a tour of Soweto Township in South Africa is a must do when you’re in Johannesburg. Not only is it worthwhile to understand the life and history for over 5 million people who live there, but it brings much needed tourist money to help combat Jo’burg’s 42% unemployment rate.
A view of the Soweto Towers from the Hector Pieterson Memorial. The towers were recently painted with advertisements, against many in the community’s wishes.
House of Nelson Mandela in Soweto.  Visited when in South Africa for the 2010 World Cup.
Repurposed decommissioned coal power plant in Soweto and now prominent landmark and as you can see art installation.

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Soweto Hotel Deals

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park Gauteng
$100 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$115 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
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! (1,630 reviews)
Great service we will be back

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg Boksburg Gauteng
$61 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Apr 3 to Apr 4
$70 total
Apr 3 - Apr 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (843 reviews)
The staff was great. Location is close to the airport with easy airport shuttle. There is not much around so you’re basically reliant on the hotel. The rooms are small but adequate. The shower water pressure was great. The breakfast buffet was very good and easy. The hotel is showing a bit of age ...

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Garden Court Sandton City

Garden Court Sandton City

3 out of 5
Cnr West and Maude Street Sandton Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$75 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$87 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Dirty, old room. Windows didnt close well. AC very loud. Very old furnishment. Pool water wasnt clean. You cant see the bottom. Staff anyway was very friendly. You get what you pay for…

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Garden Court Sandton City
Sandton Sun & Towers

Sandton Sun & Towers

5 out of 5
Cnr. Fith And Alice Streets Johannesburg Gauteng
$195 nightly
The price is $226 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$226 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (582 reviews)
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Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

Sandton Sun & Towers
Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

5 out of 5
2 Maude Street, Corner of 5th Street Sandton Gauteng
$193 nightly
The price is $224 total per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
$224 total
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (777 reviews)
very ckean and spotless.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square
54 On Bath

54 On Bath

5 out of 5
54 Bath Avenue, Rosebank, 54 Johannesburg Gauteng
$198 nightly
The price is $227 total per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
$227 total
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (244 reviews)
The room was outstanding. The breakfast was excellent.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

54 On Bath
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Other neighborhoods around Soweto

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Orlando East

When in Orlando East, you can plan a visit to Mandela's House and Hector Pieterson Museum and Memorial, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Orlando East
Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens showing a garden as well as a small group of people

Roodepoort

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Roodepoort. You might want to make time for a stop at Clearwater Mall or Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.

Roodepoort
Soccer City Stadium in Johannesburg in the daytime.  Looks even neater in the night with lights on.

Johannesburg South

You'll enjoy the mountain views and museums in Johannesburg South. You might want to make time for a stop at Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.

Johannesburg South
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
Trendy Maboneng in Johannesburg.. Love the street art all over the city. #MeetSouthAfrica #TheTinyTaster

Johannesburg CBD

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

Johannesburg CBD
Downtown Johannesburg showing heritage architecture and outdoor art

Downtown Johannesburg

3.5/5(32 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.

Downtown Johannesburg


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