Soweto

Johannesburg

The famous vibrant painted towers in Soweto.
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.

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Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park GP
$116 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
$133 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,638 reviews)
Nice location, easy access to terminal. Condition of room interior somewhat deteriorated...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 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 $71 total per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
$71 total
Mar 7 - Mar 8
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! (835 reviews)
Rooms are ok but a little tired, as is the whole establishment. Communication with staff was sub-optimal. It took days to respond to emails or messages through hotels.com. I asked about using the shuttle to East Rand Mall and was given basic information, but nothing about the cost. I had one meal ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 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
$76 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
$88 total
Mar 14 - Mar 15
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! (1,003 reviews)
Love the location, short walk to Sandton Mall & their buffet breakfast is very delicious. Riffs bar also serves good cocktails & meals.My go to place when im visiting SA

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Garden Court Sandton City
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Rivonia Rd. And West St. Sandton Gauteng
$100 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
$116 total
Mar 13 - Mar 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
The room was clean and comfortable. The staffs were friendly.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

4 out of 5
42 The High Street, Melrose Arch Johannesburg Gauteng
$198 nightly
The price is $229 total per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
$229 total
Mar 13 - Mar 14
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping ...
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank

Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank

4 out of 5
24 Cradock Avenue, Rosebank Johannesburg Gauteng
$169 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
$169 total
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
The staff was nice and welcoming but the facility looks like it’s in need of some renovation. It’s looking a a bit the worse for wear and inadequate of bad lighting choices in places like the bathrooms makes the place look like a motel.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank
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Other neighborhoods around Soweto

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Orlando East

When in Orlando East, you can plan a visit to South Western Townships and Mandela's House, 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 Southgate Mall or Gold Reef City Casino.

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 Johannesburg City Hall 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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