Soweto Travel Guide

Johannesburg

Soweto
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Soweto
Soweto

Stay near popular Soweto attractions

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Mandela's House

8.8/5 (206 reviews)
Visit the former home of Nelson Mandela to find artifacts and memorabilia relating to the life of South Africa’s most famous public figure.
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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 Gauteng
The price is ₹11,378 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
₹11,378
₹13,085 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a free airport shuttle and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,632 reviews)
"It was comfortable and the shuttle is very convenient."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Sandton Sun & Towers

Sandton Sun & Towers

5 out of 5
Cnr. Fith And Alice Streets Johannesburg Gauteng
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹19,922 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
₹19,922
₹22,911 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (608 reviews)
"The hotel is accessible to variety of shopping and restaurants. Very clean room."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026

Sandton Sun & Towers
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 ₹5,769 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
₹5,769
₹6,700 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Boksburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (925 reviews)
"This Holiday inn is very close to the airport with transportation service to and from the airport. We stayed there for one night before we hopped a plane to our final destination. There is nothing exceptional about this Holiday Inn. It is very adequate. It is safe. service was great."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 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 ₹7,135 per night from 28 Jun to 29 Jun
₹7,135
₹8,205 total
28 Jun - 29 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice superb place to be, lovely welcoming staff and very helpful"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

Garden Court Sandton City
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3 out of 5
5 Benmore Rd Sandton Gauteng
The price is ₹9,395 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
₹9,395
₹10,848 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (369 reviews)
"Great location, very helpful stuff. Spacious rooms, easy access to any food delivery. I can recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

@Sandton Hotel
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

4 out of 5
Corner Rivonia Rd. And West St. Sandton Gauteng
The price is ₹8,770 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
₹8,770
₹10,186 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great hotel in the centre of sandton"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
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Where to stay in Soweto

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

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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.

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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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Randburg

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

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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.

Soweto Travel Guide