What's it like in Chinatown?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Johannesburg's Chinatown neighbourhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Chinatown, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Chinatown.

What is there to do in this Johannesburg neighbourhood?

A few places to visit in the area around Chinatown include Bruma Flea Market, Ster-Kinekor Eastgate and Eastgate Shopping Centre. Observatory Golf Club and Jo Anke Gallery are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Johannesburg.

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Our top choices for Chinatown hotels

1. St Andrews Boutique Hotel

3.3 km from Chinatown

Karin

₹8,649 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

2. Ecomotel Isando

11.9 km from Chinatown

Divine

₹2,469 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

3. Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa

Sandton, 9.8 km from Chinatown

Manoj

₹83,940 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

4. Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank

Melrose, 6.7 km from Chinatown

sumaya and

₹7,861 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

5. The Parktonian All Suite Hotel

6.2 km from Chinatown

Kristi

₹7,026 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

6. President Lodge

7.9 km from Chinatown

Stuart

₹7,337 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

7. Airport Inn and Suites

10.8 km from Chinatown

James

₹3,721 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

8. Royal Majestic Hotel

Rosebank, 6.8 km from Chinatown

Peter

₹9,818 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

9. The Capital Melrose

6 km from Chinatown

Merle

₹10,555 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

10. Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG

5.2 km from Chinatown

Veluppillai

₹9,896 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

11. Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

Sandown, 9.1 km from Chinatown

Charmaine

₹23,478 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

12. Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott JHB Melrose Arch

6.1 km from Chinatown

Sylvia

₹16,173 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

13. The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

Houghton Estate, 2.8 km from Chinatown

Moises

₹18,662 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

14. City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

13.9 km from Chinatown

Todd

₹17,557 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

15. Premier Hotel OR Tambo

14.6 km from Chinatown

Mythili

₹11,373 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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16. The Residence Boutique Hotel

Houghton Estate, 4.4 km from Chinatown

Mary

₹31,611 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

17. Clico Boutique Hotel

Rosebank, 7.3 km from Chinatown

George

₹8,369 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

18. Southern Sun O.R Tambo

13.6 km from Chinatown

Julian

₹15,160 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

19. Town Lodge Johannesburg Airport

10.6 km from Chinatown

barry

₹7,392 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

20. Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG

14.4 km from Chinatown

Vanessa

₹6,807 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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Where to stay in Chinatown

Find the best Chinatown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A large public square with a prominent statue in the center, surrounded by historic buildings and a modern skyscraper.

Sandton

Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.

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A cityscape with a prominent cylindrical skyscraper, a stadium, and surrounding residential and commercial buildings.

Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.

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A tree-lined street with purple flowers.

O.R. Tambo

If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.

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An aerial view of a residential area with houses, winding roads, and a river.

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.

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A cityscape with purple flowering trees, a stadium, and a distant view of the ocean.

Randburg

Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Cresta Shopping Centre or Johannesburg Zoo while you're exploring the area.

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Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

10/10 Excellent

"This was one of the few hotels I’ve stayed in where my check-in was seamless. Usually there’s an issue - the room etc. Staff are phenomenal from check-in, stay, and check-out. Incredibly well run hotel - superb management. Location is excellent. Loved staying here"