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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Soweto Hotel Deals

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4 out of 5
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, / Kempton Park GP
The price is CA $170 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
CA $170
CA $195 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
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! (1,642 reviews)
The staff were very nice and the breakfast was great.

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
O.R. Tambo Airport Johannesburg Boksburg Gauteng
The price is CA $85 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
CA $85
CA $99 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (832 reviews)
Staff was good and clean rooms.

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Garden Court Sandton City

Garden Court Sandton City

3 out of 5
Cnr West and Maude Street Sandton Gauteng
The price is CA $103 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
CA $103
CA $119 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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 ...
8.6/10 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $269 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
CA $269
CA $312 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (167 reviews)
Great service & friendly staff

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

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! (768 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
Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers

Southern Sun Sandton Sun & Towers

5 out of 5
Cnr. Fith And Alice Streets Johannesburg GP
The price is CA $282 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
CA $282
CA $324 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Soweto

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Orlando East

When in Orlando East, you can plan a visit to South Western Townships and Mandela's House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Orlando East
Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens which includes a garden 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 Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden.

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 Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve or Southgate Mall.

Johannesburg South
Johannesburg Botanical Garden featuring a park

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

3/5(4 area reviews)

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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