Melrose Travel Guide

Johannesburg

Popular places to visit

Montecasino

Montecasino

4.5/5(16 reviews)

With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.

Montecasino
Gold Reef City showing a statue or sculpture, art and a city

Gold Reef City Casino

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.

Gold Reef City Casino
Nelson Mandela Square

Nelson Mandela Square

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.

Nelson Mandela Square
Lion Park which includes dangerous animals and zoo animals

Lion & Safari Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Experience the adventure of getting up close with Africa’s world-famous wildlife. Observe a pride of lions, walk with cheetahs and feed a giraffe.

Lion & Safari Park
Apartheid Museum showing art and a city

Apartheid Museum

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.

Apartheid Museum
Johannesburg Zoo featuring zoo animals

Johannesburg Zoo

4.5/5(5 reviews)

From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.

Johannesburg Zoo

Top hotels in Melrose

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
4 out of 5
28 TOTTENHAM AVENUE, MELROSE, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is ₹5,988 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
₹5,988
₹6,955 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (138 reviews)
Well located, well covered stay
"The hotel is well located and has all one could need for a business trip. The staff also very friendly. My only suggestion is that the speed and efficiency of laundry service could be improved."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
Courtyard Hotel Rosebank
Courtyard Hotel Rosebank
4 out of 5
Corner Oxford and Tyrwhitt Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng
Fully refundable
The price is ₹8,233 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
₹8,233
₹9,468 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Sandton ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (354 reviews)
Recommended for convenience and comfort
"Comfortable queen bed with good amenities and mini kitchen. Courteous and friendly staff at reception and in dining room. Conveniently located across from the Rosebank Mall and The Zone The hop on hop off bus stops opposite the hotel."

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2025

Courtyard Hotel Rosebank
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is ₹11,726 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹11,726
₹13,485 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,679 reviews)
"Very accommodating"

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
@Sandton Hotel
@Sandton Hotel
3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd, Sandton, Gauteng
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (222 reviews)
"The location was great. Not too far from Sandton Center. The staff was wonderful. The hotel is modern in every aspect. No issues with our stay."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

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Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
4.5 out of 5
Estate 154, Corner 3rd & 6th Avenue, Bredell, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is ₹5,302 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹5,302
₹6,150 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (327 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and dining just nothing around it."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre OR Tambo Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is ₹6,298 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
₹6,298
₹7,243 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The property was exactly what was advertised amd much, much more. The food. The bed. The shuttle. The amenities. Most of all the people!!!! Adebayo Adeyanju was simply delightful. He was helpful, courteous, and informative. Most of all, he was a stellar professional. Thank you for making my holiday ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Melrose

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Rosebank

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

Rosebank
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Houghton Estate

4/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Houghton Estate
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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.

Sandton
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Sandown

If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are top sights worth seeing.

Sandown
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
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Downtown Johannesburg

4/5(2 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 Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.

Downtown Johannesburg

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