Irene
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
Gold Reef City Casino
Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Montecasino
With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.
Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Self Drive
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Pretoria: Cullinan Surface Diamond Mine Walking Tour
Johannesburg: Half-Day Apartheid Museum Tour
Top hotels in Irene
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Would recommend for overnight stay in Jo’berg. Hotel is part of the airport and is a 5 min walk. You do not need to organise a transfer to the hotel. Just follow the signs from Arrivals. Room was large and clean. Comfortable bed and nice bathroom. Nice outdoor pool area with well priced food and ...
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
The shuttle was great and we enjoyed breakfast
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
We had an early am flight didn't eat breaskfast
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Clean room helpful staff, good prices with current exchange rate for Uk travellers. Choice in restaurant good. Big car park. Feels safe.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
@Sandton Hotel
The view from the room was breathtaking. From the spacious room to the entertainment areas everything is of high quality. I really enjoyed the stay. I highly recommend the place.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Garden Court Sandton City
The staff were very friendly and helpful. Right from the Reception, the Concierge and the hosts in the dining. Big up to Lorato at the omelette station
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Irene
Menlyn
You'll enjoy the restaurants and casinos in Menlyn. You might want to make time for a stop at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre or Time Square Casino.
Brooklyn
Travelers enjoy Brooklyn for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Waterkloof Shopping Centre while you're in the area.
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.
Fourways
Travelers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Morningside
Uncover some of the top draws of Morningside like its shopping and gardens. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Johannesburg Stock Exchange or The MARC.
Bryanston
Bryanston is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market and The Bryanston Country Club Charity Trust.
