Fordsburg
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Top hotels in Fordsburg

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
The hotel was extremely clean
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Room was clean. Airport shuttle was great except for aggressive, for tips, porters at airport on our arrival. Breakfast was good. Lounge was nice. Service good. Hotel raised the price on our second day, but would not offer 6 hour extended stay. Maintenance man needs to sand bathroom door to close ...
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
While this isn’t the most luxurious or contemporary hotel, it feels very homely and public spaces are charming - as are the staff, who made us feel vsry welcome.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Staff was excellent room clean and restaurant amazing. They are getting a four not a five star for in reason. I stayed here because of the smoking area and being able to get drinks and meet clients. They have taken that away and now you have to stand in front of the hotel no where to sit and not ...
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Good staff, nice food & drink (bar isn't 24 hpurs as I saw somewhere), easy transfer so all good.
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
With a regular shuttle service from the airport coupled with the friendly team, this is my go to hotel at JNB.
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fordsburg

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.

Downtown Johannesburg
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.

Houghton Estate
While visiting Houghton Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club.

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.

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.

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 Gold Reef City Casino.
