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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Top hotels in Soweto

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park GP
The price is P7,121 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P7,121
P8,189 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & 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! (1,657 reviews)
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

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers

Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers

5 out of 5
Cnr. Fith And Alice Streets Johannesburg GP
The price is P12,220 per night from Feb 21 to Feb 22
P12,220
P14,053 total
Feb 21 - Feb 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (574 reviews)
Lovel hotel. Beustaff great - the desk manager helped us select and book day trip outside of the JoBurg

Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers
Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton

4 out of 5
20 Maude Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is P4,628 per night from Feb 13 to Feb 14
P4,628
P5,376 total
Feb 13 - Feb 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (910 reviews)
The shuttle bus driver was so lovely! Door men were helpful in regards to tours and baggage. Reception staff could learn a lot from them in regards to being friendly, professional and kind.

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Protea Hotel by Marriott Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton
Garden Court Sandton City

Garden Court Sandton City

3 out of 5
Cnr West and Maude Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is P4,599 per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
P4,599
P5,289 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
includes taxes & 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! (1,000 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Garden Court Sandton City
Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

4 out of 5
42 The High Street, Melrose Arch Johannesburg Gauteng
The price is P11,555 per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
P11,555
P13,421 total
Feb 20 - Feb 21
includes taxes & 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
ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton

3.5 out of 5
135 West Street Sandton Gauteng
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (767 reviews)
Rooms are small, but you really can’t be this location. About 400 feet from the Nelson Mandela Square where there’s a great mall with a lot of adoption. Also 800 feet from the train station gets you to and from the airport. It’s really convenient and safe Neighborhood to stay in to explore Johannesburg. ...

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

ONOMO Hotel Johannesburg Sandton
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Other neighbourhoods around Soweto

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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.

Orlando East
Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens showing a park 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 Eagle Canyon Golf Club.

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 Gold Reef City Casino or Apartheid Museum.

Johannesburg South
Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

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

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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