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4-star hotels in Johannesburg
This shortlist picks out 4-star hotels in Johannesburg, all rated by guests and located across the city's business and cultural districts. It is for travellers who want a comfortable, well-equipped stay without sacrificing location or quality, whether for work or a city break.
Staying in Johannesburg
Johannesburg offers a mix of urban energy, history and culture. The Apartheid Museum and the former township of Soweto give powerful insights into South Africa's past, while areas like Sandton and Rosebank are modern hubs for shopping and business. The city is also a gateway to the region, with OR Tambo International Airport serving as the main entry point for many travellers.
Most of these 4-star hotels sit in Rosebank, Sandton, Melrose Arch and Melrose, with others in Melville, Rivonia, Northcliff, Montecasino, Ormonde and the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve. Rosebank and Sandton suit business travellers and couples who want to be near the Gautrain, shopping and restaurants; Melrose and Melrose Arch offer a quieter base close to the city centre; the outlying properties appeal to families, golfers and those seeking a resort-style stay. Since distances vary from 1.6 km to 19.9 km from the centre, the choice depends on whether you prioritise being central or having space and greenery.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Home Suite Hotels Rosebank
50 Bristol Road, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereA 4-star option in Rosebank, 3.7 km from the centre, where apartment-style comforts meet hotel service: kitchenettes and a fitness centre, plus an outdoor pool with pool bar. Guests rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 377 reviews. Breakfast, free wifi and free car parking are included, and pets are allowed, so it suits longer stays, families and business travellers who want to settle in.
See Home Suite Hotels RosebankHyde Johannesburg Rosebank
24 Cradock Avenue Rosebank, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereIn Rosebank, 2.9 km from the centre, this 4-star hotel pairs a fitness centre and business centre with a fireplace lounge and on-site restaurant. Its 4.8 out of 5 guest rating from 272 reviews reflects consistently strong feedback. Free wifi, a cafe and shops on site make it easy for business guests and couples who want dining and downtime in one building.
See Hyde Johannesburg RosebankThe Peech Hotel
North Park Lane 61, Johannesburg, South Africa
Why stay hereRated 4.7 out of 5 from 574 reviews, this 4-star hotel sits 8.5 km from the centre, putting it away from the busiest streets while keeping the city within reach. Travellers who prioritise a well-reviewed base over a central address, and who value quiet, will find it a straightforward choice for a Johannesburg stay.
See The Peech HotelThe Peech Hotel
61 North Street Melrose, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereA 4-star hotel 1.7 km from the centre, with an outdoor pool, garden and terrace, plus a fitness centre and restaurant. Its 4.7 out of 5 rating comes from 573 reviews. Free wifi and free car parking, along with family rooms, a shuttle service and a golf course nearby, suit guests who want to be close to town yet have space to relax.
See The Peech HotelThe Fairway Hotel Spa & Golf Resort
Setperk Road Randpark Golf Course Northcliff, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet on Randpark Golf Course 8.7 km from the centre, this 4-star resort combines a golf course, spa treatments and massage with an outdoor pool and jacuzzi. It has 3,615 reviews and a 4.6 out of 5 guest rating. Family rooms, babysitting service and kitchenettes make it work for golfers, families and longer leisure stays.
See The Fairway Hotel Spa & Golf ResortRadisson RED Hotel Johannesburg Rosebank
4 Parks Boulevard Oxford Parks, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereA 4-star hotel in Rosebank, 2.4 km from the centre, with an outdoor pool, fitness centre and 24-hour front desk, close to public transport. Its 4.6 out of 5 rating is based on 2,552 reviews. Pets are allowed and free wifi is provided, which suits design-minded business travellers and couples who want a lively, well-connected base.
See Radisson RED Hotel Johannesburg RosebankNomndeni de la Changuion
100 6Th Ave Melville Melvillejohannesburg 2092, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThis 4-star guesthouse in Melville, 7.2 km from the centre, offers a spa, library and garden terrace, with a bar for evenings in. A 4.7 out of 5 rating from 196 reviews points to attentive, smaller-scale hosting. Free wifi and free car parking, plus a shuttle service and a train station nearby, suit guests who prefer a residential neighbourhood to a downtown address.
See Nomndeni de la ChanguionJohannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
42 The High Street Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Parking
Why stay hereIn Melrose Arch, 1.8 km from the centre, this 4-star hotel provides an outdoor pool, fitness centre and gymnasium, plus a garden and restaurants and bars within the complex. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,165 reviews. Family rooms, kitchenettes and laundry service make it practical for families and business travellers who want dining and shopping on the doorstep.
See Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose ArchThe Syrene Boutique Hotel
28 Wessels Rd Rivonia, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereA 4-star boutique hotel in Rivonia, 7.6 km from the centre, with an outdoor pool, garden and fitness centre. Its 4.6 out of 5 guest rating comes from 323 reviews. Free wifi, free car parking and a shuttle service, together with room service and a restaurant, suit travellers who want a smaller property with easy parking and a quieter setting.
See The Syrene Boutique HotelGold Reef City Theme Park Hotel
Shaft 14 Northern Parkway Ormonde Gauteng, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereAttached to Gold Reef City, 13.3 km from the centre, this 4-star hotel adds a casino, bowling, mini golf and a games room to an outdoor pool with pool bar. Family rooms and babysitting service are available, and it carries a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 6,635 reviews. It suits families and groups who want entertainment without leaving the resort.
See Gold Reef City Theme Park HotelThe Maslow Hotel Sandton
Corner Rivonia Road And Grayston Drive, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereIn Sandton, 2.7 km from the centre, this 4-star hotel offers an outdoor pool, fitness centre and massage, plus balconies and kitchenettes in some rooms. A 4.5 out of 5 rating from 6,460 reviews reflects its large-scale, established operation. Free wifi and free car parking, a business centre and a restaurant suit corporate guests and longer stays.
See The Maslow Hotel SandtonRadisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Corner Rivonia Rd. And West St., Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereA 4-star hotel 1.6 km from the centre, with a fitness centre, gymnasium, outdoor pool and 24-hour front desk, plus babysitting service and currency exchange. It holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 4,396 reviews. Free wifi, a business centre and breakfast options make it a convenient pick for business travellers and families passing through the city.
See Radisson Blu Gautrain HotelThaba Eco Hotel
Impala Road Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereInside Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve, 19.9 km from the centre, this 4-star eco hotel pairs an outdoor pool and kids pool with massage, a garden and picnic area, and bike rental for exploring the reserve. A 4.5 out of 5 rating from 3,390 reviews. Family rooms, free wifi and free car parking suit nature-focused travellers and families.
See Thaba Eco HotelSouthern Sun Hyde Park Sandton
1St Road Hyde Park Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereIn Hyde Park, Sandton, 2.1 km from the centre, this 4-star hotel has an outdoor pool, fitness centre and gymnasium, plus babysitting service and a business centre. Its 4.5 out of 5 guest rating is drawn from 1,985 reviews. Free wifi and garage parking, a restaurant and room service suit business travellers and families wanting a well-serviced Sandton base.
See Southern Sun Hyde Park SandtonPivot Hotel Montecasino
Montecasino Boulevard, Johannesburg, South Africa
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Kids pool
- Spa
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAt Montecasino, 11.4 km from the centre, this 4-star hotel offers a casino, bowling and entertainment activities as well as an outdoor pool, kids pool and fitness centre. It has 1,432 reviews and a 4.5 out of 5 guest rating. Family rooms, babysitting service and massage make it a fit for families and groups combining leisure with a convenient base.
See Pivot Hotel Montecasino
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home Suite Hotels Rosebank | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 377 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.7 km |
| Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank | ★★★★ | 4.8 | 272 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 2.9 km |
| The Peech Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 574 | – | – | – | – | 8.5 km |
| The Peech Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 573 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.7 km |
| The Fairway Hotel Spa & Golf Resort | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 3,615 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 8.7 km |
| Radisson RED Hotel Johannesburg Rosebank | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 2,552 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.4 km |
| Nomndeni de la Changuion | ★★★★ | 4.7 | 196 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 7.2 km |
| Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 1,165 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.8 km |
| The Syrene Boutique Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.6 | 323 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 7.6 km |
| Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 6,635 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 13.3 km |
| The Maslow Hotel Sandton | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 6,460 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 2.7 km |
| Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 4,396 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 1.6 km |
| Thaba Eco Hotel | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 3,390 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 19.9 km |
| Southern Sun Hyde Park Sandton | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 1,985 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 2.1 km |
| Pivot Hotel Montecasino | ★★★★ | 4.5 | 1,432 | – | Yes | Yes | – | 11.4 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Closest to the centre
If you want to be near the action, these hotels are all within 3.7 km of the centre. Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel is the closest at 1.6 km, followed by The Peech Hotel on North Street at 1.7 km, Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch at 1.8 km and Southern Sun Hyde Park Sandton at 2.1 km. Rosebank options such as Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank and Home Suite Hotels Rosebank are also close, making them handy for both business and leisure.
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel · The Peech Hotel · Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch · Southern Sun Hyde Park Sandton · Radisson RED Hotel Johannesburg Rosebank · The Maslow Hotel Sandton
For families
Families get the most space and facilities at these hotels. The Fairway Hotel Spa & Golf Resort has family rooms, a kids pool, babysitting service and a golf course. Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel adds a casino, bowling and mini golf. Thaba Eco Hotel offers family rooms, a kids pool and a picnic area in the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve. Pivot Hotel Montecasino has family rooms, a kids pool and entertainment activities.
The Fairway Hotel Spa & Golf Resort · Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel · Thaba Eco Hotel · Pivot Hotel Montecasino
Top-rated picks
Guests rate these hotels the highest. Home Suite Hotels Rosebank and Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank both score 4.8 out of 5, with 377 and 272 reviews respectively. The two Peech Hotel listings score 4.7, with 574 and 573 reviews. Nomndeni de la Changuion also earns 4.7 from 196 reviews, offering a small, personal alternative in Melville.
Home Suite Hotels Rosebank · Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank · The Peech Hotel · The Peech Hotel · Nomndeni de la Changuion
Business and Gautrain
For work trips and easy rail access, these hotels fit well. Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank, Radisson RED Hotel Johannesburg Rosebank and The Maslow Hotel Sandton all provide business centres and sit near the Gautrain corridor. Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel and Southern Sun Hyde Park Sandton offer extensive business facilities, while Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch combines a business centre with the dining and retail of Melrose Arch.
Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank · Radisson RED Hotel Johannesburg Rosebank · The Maslow Hotel Sandton · Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel · Southern Sun Hyde Park Sandton · Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Where to stay in Johannesburg
Rosebank
Rosebank is a trendy neighbourhood with a mix of art galleries, boutiques and restaurants, as well as a Gautrain station. It appeals to visitors looking for a more relaxed, walkable area with easy access to the city. Home Suite Hotels Rosebank, Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank and Radisson RED Hotel Johannesburg Rosebank all sit here, giving you a choice of stays in the heart of this lively district.
Our picks here: Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank
Sandton
Sandton is Johannesburg's financial and commercial centre, home to many corporate offices, the Sandton City shopping complex and numerous upscale hotels. It is a convenient base for business travellers and those using the Gautrain. The Maslow Hotel Sandton and Southern Sun Hyde Park Sandton place you within this modern hub, close to shopping, dining and transport links.
Our picks here: Southern Sun Hyde Park Sandton
Melrose Arch
Melrose Arch is a self-contained urban precinct known for its restaurants, shops and walkable streets. Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch is the listed 4-star option here, offering a full range of facilities including a fitness centre, outdoor pool and business centre, just 1.8 km from the centre.
Our picks here: Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch
Melville
Melville is a bohemian neighbourhood with independent shops, cafes and a relaxed vibe. Nomndeni de la Changuion sits on 6th Avenue here, providing a small 4-star base with a garden, spa and free parking, 7.2 km from the centre.
Our picks here: Nomndeni de la Changuion
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Johannesburg?
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel is the closest at 1.6 km from the centre, followed by The Peech Hotel on North Street at 1.7 km and Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch at 1.8 km.
Which hotels offer free parking?
Free car parking is available at Home Suite Hotels Rosebank, The Peech Hotel on North Street, The Fairway Hotel Spa & Golf Resort, Nomndeni de la Changuion, The Syrene Boutique Hotel, Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel, The Maslow Hotel Sandton and Thaba Eco Hotel.
Which hotels have a pool?
An outdoor pool is listed at Home Suite Hotels Rosebank, The Peech Hotel on North Street, The Fairway Hotel Spa & Golf Resort, Radisson RED Hotel Johannesburg Rosebank, Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch, The Syrene Boutique Hotel, Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel, The Maslow Hotel Sandton, Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel, Thaba Eco Hotel, Southern Sun Hyde Park Sandton and Pivot Hotel Montecasino.
Which hotels allow pets?
Pets are allowed at Home Suite Hotels Rosebank and Radisson RED Hotel Johannesburg Rosebank. Both are 4-star hotels in Rosebank, rated 4.8 and 4.6 out of 5 respectively, so you can bring your pet without giving up quality.
Which hotels are best for families?
The Fairway Hotel Spa & Golf Resort, Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel, Thaba Eco Hotel and Pivot Hotel Montecasino all list family rooms and a kids pool. The Fairway and Gold Reef City also offer babysitting service and extensive entertainment for children.
Which hotel has the highest guest rating?
Home Suite Hotels Rosebank and Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank share the highest rating at 4.8 out of 5, from 377 and 272 reviews respectively. Both are in Rosebank and offer a range of facilities including a fitness centre and outdoor pool.
Do any of these hotels have a spa?
The Fairway Hotel Spa & Golf Resort includes a spa and massage facilities. Nomndeni de la Changuion also lists a spa. Both are 4-star hotels, rated 4.6 and 4.7 out of 5 respectively.
Which hotels are near the Gautrain?
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel is named for its proximity to the rail network. Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank and Radisson RED Hotel Johannesburg Rosebank are in Rosebank, which has a Gautrain station, and The Maslow Hotel Sandton is in Sandton, also on the Gautrain route.