Top 10 Hotels Near Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve in Johannesburg for 2026

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A courtyard with a large tree, a fountain, and a building with a balcony.

A room with a bed, a nightstand, and a window with blinds.

A nighttime view of a landscaped area with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a stone wall.

A swimming pool surrounded by a stone wall, with palm trees and a hilly landscape in the background.

1. The Cradle Rest

2.7 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Lawrence

P3,577

P4,113 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A waterfront hotel with multiple dining areas, a pool with fountains, and a mountain backdrop.

A modern spa room with a large bed, two lounge chairs, and a small seating area.

A modern restaurant with a checkered floor, a staircase, and a bar area.

A nighttime view of a hotel with a pool area featuring multiple fountains.

2. Silverstar Hotel

10.6 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Dr Jean-Pierre

P8,022

P9,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A restaurant with a thatched roof, bar area with stools, and a view of greenery outside.

A swimming pool surrounded by outdoor furniture and greenery.

A spacious room with a high ceiling, a wooden reception desk, a round table with a vase, and a black patterned sofa.

A hotel room with a tufted headboard, a bedside lamp, a dining table with chairs, and a television mounted on the wall.

3. Black Eagle Hotel & Spa

15.3 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Darin

P4,844

P5,570 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A pool area with a wooden deck and a stone building in the background.

A spacious living room with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a high ceiling with exposed brick walls.

A stone building with a wooden porch and a large glass door.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

4. Afrique Boutique Hotel Ruimsig

12.4 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Tamara

P4,196

P6,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A covered corridor with a tiled floor leading to a set of stairs and doors.

A row of hotel rooms with red-tiled roofs, outdoor umbrellas, and a view of a hillside.

A conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, and water bottles.

5. Usambara lodge

8.6 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Portia

P5,346

P6,148 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A swimming pool with a palm tree in the foreground and a view of a hilly landscape in the background.

A garden with a stone pathway, potted flowers, and a covered seating area with chairs.

A bedroom with a bed, a television, a small table, and a chair.

A house with a thatched roof, a stone staircase leading to the entrance, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

6. Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge

10.5 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Anonymous traveler

P3,544

P4,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A rooftop pool area with a hot tub and a smaller pool, surrounded by glass railings and blue LED lighting.

A spa area with a hot tub, seating area, and a view of the outside.

A balcony with a hot tub, a table with chairs, and a view of the cityscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV on the wall, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a desk with a lamp.

7. Weston Guest House

12.8 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Rumbidzai

P3,614

P3,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, hanging light fixtures, brick walls, and large windows.

A modern interior with a staircase, seating area, and a brick wall.

A swimming pool area with red umbrellas and lounge chairs, surrounded by greenery and hills.

A spacious lounge area with a pool table, comfortable seating, and a variety of decorative items.

8. 26 Degrees South Bush Boho Hotel

4.6 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Albert

P7,292

P8,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A grand hallway with a high ceiling, stone walls, and a large arched doorway.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a television on a cabinet, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

A person relaxing on a hammock swing with a book.

A lush garden with a stone wall, a water feature, and a wooden door.

9. Misty Hills Country Hotel

8.6 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Niva

P6,005

P6,905 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor seating area with a sofa and chairs, a fire pit, and a glass wall overlooking the interior.

A reception desk with a 'VIVARI SPA' sign, a decorative statue, and a lush green leaf-patterned wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a small table, and a view of greenery through the window.

A modern dining area with blue chairs and a glass staircase.

10. Vivari Hotel and Spa by Mantis

11.3 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Marie

P11,369

P13,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A wooden sign with 'NGUNI' written on it, a dirt path, and surrounding trees.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables set with cutlery, plates, and napkins.

A thatched-roof building with a wooden balcony, a dining area with tables and chairs, and a sign indicating the name 'MOLAKA'.

A bar area with a high ceiling, a large animal skull, and a statue of a man.

11. aha Lesedi Cultural Village

18 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Michael

P3,525

P4,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A large, modern building with a flat roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a small pond.

A cozy living area with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a large window offering a view of greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a hanging light fixture.

A cozy, rustic interior with a fireplace, a dining area set for two, and a comfortable seating area with cushions and a vase of dried plants.

12. FARMHOUSE58

6.8 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Claire

P13,569

P15,605 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A spacious room with wooden floors, yoga mats, and blocks, large windows with a view of trees and mountains.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a brick counter, hanging pendant lights, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A stone pathway leading through a natural landscape with trees and greenery.

A building with a covered patio area, outdoor seating, and a small pond with water features.

13. Esther's Country Lodge

18.5 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

P6,497

P7,471 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hot tub under a wooden roof with a view of a garden.

A cozy room with a thatched roof, a fireplace, a bed, and a large window overlooking a brick structure.

A rustic building with a sloped roof, surrounded by a stone wall and greenery.

An outdoor dining area with a brick fireplace, a table set with glasses and a candle, and a wicker chair.

14. Little Swift Chalets

19.5 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Jean-Pierre

P4,725

P5,434 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A rooftop terrace with a dining area, seating, and a view of the landscape.

A modern dining area with round tables and orange chairs, large windows offering a sunset view.

A modern hotel with a pool, dining area, and a view of the city at dusk.

A spacious lobby with a glass table, modern furniture, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

15. Blueberry Hill Hotel

17.9 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Michael

P7,779

P8,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A pond with a sculpture of a bird, surrounded by greenery and a building in the background.

A grassy outdoor area with a barbecue grill, chairs, and a small building with the number 30 on it.

A row of modern, tree-lined cabins with outdoor seating areas and a stone pathway.

A restaurant interior with tables and chairs, a counter, and a 'Welcome' sign.

16. Sleepover Lanseria

14.1 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Ann

P4,167

P4,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and trees.

A park with a fire pit surrounded by benches and trees.

A building with large windows, a wooden deck, and a well-maintained lawn.

A reception area with a fruit bowl, framed artwork, a TV, and a brick wall.

17. The Venue Country Hotel & Spa

18.1 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Fagner

P3,473

P3,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

An outdoor restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a covered area with a bamboo wall.

A room with a large bathtub filled with water and flowers, a bed with white linens, a wooden nightstand, and a small table with candles and a vase of flowers.

A buffet with croissants, pastries, and a variety of spreads.

A hotel with multiple units, a pond, and surrounding greenery.

18. Riverstone Lodge

8.3 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Ronelle

P5,463

P6,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

An outdoor patio area with picnic tables and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

A billiards room with a pool table, bar area, and multiple gaming machines.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by a grassy area and trees.

A bar with various bottles of alcohol, a neon sign, and a palm tree decoration.

19. Nikita Motel

19.8 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Shaun

P2,953

P3,396 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A well-maintained garden with a central fountain, neatly trimmed hedges, and a pathway leading to a yellow building with a red roof.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small coffee table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and a countertop.

A yellow multi-story house with a tiled roof, a front entrance, and a small garden with a pathway leading to the entrance.

A neatly made bed with a red blanket, multiple pillows, and a white towel. There are framed floral paintings on the wall, a wooden wardrobe, and a desk with a lamp.

20. Cradle Mount Hotel & Conference Centre

9.4 km from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

ari

P3,248

P3,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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Compare popular hotels close to Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Cradle Rest	8.6 Excellent 8 reviews	View
Silverstar Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Black Eagle Hotel & Spa	9.8 Exceptional 16 reviews	View
Afrique Boutique Hotel Ruimsig	9.6 Exceptional 39 reviews	View
Usambara lodge	9.6 Exceptional 7 reviews	View

Top Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

@Sandton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I liked my room and the views! I was on the 19th floor, and it was beautiful up there! I like the fact that the room had a microwave and other amenities that were useful for a comfortable stay. And the staff? Very professional and helpful. Also enjoyed the breakfast options. Overall my stay was great and wished I had booked more days. But I’ll definitely come back whenever I’m in Johannesburg again, because I appreciated the location also"

Palazzo Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Dod a 1 nighter and had a great time"

Indaba Hotel

8/10 Good

"Rooms are small and tired. Window is too small. Shower is GOOD, bedroom just tired."

Piazza Hotel Montecasino

10/10 Excellent

"Ok 👍"

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location, clean and modern facilities."

La Joya Lodge Conference Centre and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly"

Pivot Hotel Montecasino

8/10 Good

"Very good sleepover. Mediocre breakfast. Well stocked and variety but service slow. Only at breakfast. Rest of hotel staff great"

The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place"

First Group Magalies Park

8/10 Good

"Great restaurant, amenities and property."

Other attractions near Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

A tall monument with the inscription "Steinkopf Cave" and a footprint design at the base.

Sterkfontein Caves

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Discover interactive displays of early life forms, animals and ancient fossils then travel deep into a fascinating cave system.

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A waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden viewing platform.

Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden

9.0/10 (20 reviews)

Landscaped lawns set against a waterfall backdrop, colorful wildlife and cultural events make this one of Johannesburg’s favorite public parks.

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Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park during your travels in Madeteleli. Take some time to visit the spas in this romantic area.

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Bothongo WonderCave

Explore the great outdoors at Bothongo WonderCave, a lovely green space in Madeteleli. Take some time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.

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Kromdraai

Find out about the history of Madeteleli when you spend time at Kromdraai. Take some time to visit the spas in this romantic area.

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Ster-Kinekor Cradlestone

You can take time to visit Ster-Kinekor Cradlestone during your travels to Muldersdrift. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's restaurants.

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Silverstar Casino, Krugersdorp

7.4/10 (17 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to Silverstar Casino, Krugersdorp during your travels in Krugersdorp? Visit the casinos and spas in this romantic area.

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Krugersdorp Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Krugersdorp at Krugersdorp Golf Club. Take some time to visit the spas in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve?

Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve is located in an area of Johannesburg that travelers like for its spas. You'll find 13 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve?

Glenburn Lodge & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. It's located 3.1 mi (5 km) from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve. Other good options in the area include La Joya Lodge Conference Centre and Spa and Piazza Hotel Montecasino.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve?

Expedia has 13 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve.

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Our top choices for Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve hotels

1. The Cradle Rest

2. Silverstar Hotel

3. Black Eagle Hotel & Spa

4. Afrique Boutique Hotel Ruimsig

5. Usambara lodge

6. Sterkfontein Heritage Lodge

7. Weston Guest House

8. 26 Degrees South Bush Boho Hotel

9. Misty Hills Country Hotel

10. Vivari Hotel and Spa by Mantis

11. aha Lesedi Cultural Village

12. FARMHOUSE58

13. Esther's Country Lodge

14. Little Swift Chalets

15. Blueberry Hill Hotel

16. Sleepover Lanseria

17. The Venue Country Hotel & Spa

18. Riverstone Lodge

19. Nikita Motel

20. Cradle Mount Hotel & Conference Centre

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Top Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve Hotel Reviews

@Sandton Hotel

Palazzo Hotel

Indaba Hotel

Piazza Hotel Montecasino

Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

La Joya Lodge Conference Centre and Spa

Pivot Hotel Montecasino

The Fairway Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

First Group Magalies Park

Other attractions near Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve

Sterkfontein Caves

Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden

Nirox Foundation Sculpture Park

Bothongo WonderCave

Kromdraai

Ster-Kinekor Cradlestone

Silverstar Casino, Krugersdorp

Krugersdorp Golf Club

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