Roodepoort
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.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can do some window-shopping at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
UNISA
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of UNISA, during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
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.
Things to do
Soweto: Walking Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Safari Tour from Johannesburg
Johannesburg: Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour
Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Self Drive
Top hotels in Roodepoort
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Convenient- just a short stroll from the airport. Quiet room and fantastic food
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
We had everything we needed. The shuttle was the main reason for our stay. The room was a little “old”, but all in all, fair value.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
The room was spotless and staff were very good and helpful.
Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
The staff was courteous and very proactive about making the room to my satisfaction. The decor is beautiful. The restaurant is good. It is also affordable
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers
Staff were super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was delicious with lots of choice.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026
Garden Court Sandton City
The hotel was very good
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Roodepoort
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.
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.
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center and Rosebank Mall while in the area.
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.
Melrose
Shopping and restaurants are just a few things travelers enjoy in Melrose, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Rosebank Station.
Soweto
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Soweto. You might want to make time for a stop at Mandela House or Soweto Theatre.
