Johannesburg Lodges | Places to Stay in Johannesburg

May 13, 2023 Kaleigh Reichenbach

Johannesburg is the place to go to mix big-city culture, shopping, dining and nightlife with outdoor adventures, up-close wildlife encounters and visits to historical sites. Explore caves and nature reserves, or visit a traditional village by day, then enjoy dinner at a hip cafe or five-star restaurant. And if you're a shopper, bring an extra, empty suitcase. With malls, open-air markets and places that blend the two, you'll find plenty of unique souvenirs.
Restaurants in Johannesburg

1. Houghton Place

51 7th Street, Johannesburg 2198 South Africa
Excellent
92%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
2%
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5 based on 53 reviews

Houghton Place

Houghton Place is situated in the leafy suburb of Houghton Estate and offers excellent guest house accommodation near the Rosebank business and shopping precinct and is a 10 minute walk from the Rosebank Gautrain Station (underground) If its peace and quiet, home comforts, attention to detail and discreet and caring personal service you want, then you have come to the right place. Here you can unwind by the pool at the end of day taking in a Highveld sunset, or relax on our patio with a glass of chilled wine enjoying the heady evening garden scents. With Sam & Jan living on site there is somebody on call 24/7. Delicious full cooked, health, and continental breakfasts are served at your convenience in the dining area which opens out onto the front garden and pool in summer and is warm and 'toasty' with a fire in winter. Staying with us is a life-style choice

A HOME AWAY FROM HOME

Reviewed By elizabethysamuel

Wonderful ambience. Tastefully decorated. Beautiful architecture with lots of space. Sam & Janice are friendly and gracious hosts and Chadi is a superb cook and most helpful. Comfortable & spacious room. Excellent value for money. A must when I'm in JHB.

2. 8 Ibis Lane Guest House

8 Ibis Lane, Johannesburg 2191 South Africa
Excellent
100%
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5 based on 1 reviews

8 Ibis Lane Guest House

8 Ibis Lane Guest House is located near Monte Casino, Fourways, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa, The major business and entertaining centre in Johannesburg. It is merely 3km to Fourways Shopping Mall, Pineslope Shopping mall and Cedar Square shopping mall etc..., 2km walking distance to Monte Casino. It is located in a boomed area, alarm system and 24 hours armed response on premises.

Superb in every way.

Reviewed By Paul D

Spent two nights initially and later a further three. Excellent accommodation with aircon, fridge, microwave, DsTv, and an ensuite bathroom. The breakfast on the patio by the pool was always excellent and Gary, the host, most attentive and obliging. It is perfectly situated in Fourways, in a guarded, gated community. It really was home from home for us (we're in our late 70's), and if we find ourselves in Jo'burg again, (from Cape Town), we'll certainly be staying here.

3. 4Living Guest House

15 Bruce Street Waverley, Johannesburg 2090 South Africa
Excellent
78%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 18 reviews

4Living Guest House

4Living Guesthouse is a gracious home set in a large and beautiful garden. The four spacious bedrooms have kingsize extra long beds, cotton sheets and en-suite bathrooms. Each room has a TV as well as a kettle to prepare a hot drink. There is an additional room with a single bed where bathroom is across the hallway. There is a cottage adjacent to the house with an open plan bedroom, lounge and kitchenette and en-suite bathroom. In the main house four french doors open from the lounge and TV lounge onto a large inviting covered patio that overlooks the lush garden. Barbeque facilities are available. A large communal kitchen allows for preparing simple meals or heating take outs. Waverley is a secure leafy suburb. The tranquil setting allows for a rejuvenating stay. A delicious breakfast is served daily on the patio. Staff can prepare healthy lunches and suppers if required. It is ideal for kids as the pool, trampoline, jungle gym and an expansive open grassed area allow them to expend their boundless energy away from the patio. Staff are knowledgeable and can advise on exciting and enlightening activities around Johannesburg.Melrose Arch and Norwood are within 5km, with Rosebank and Sandton City 10 km away. Art-on-Main, the Market Theatre, Braamfontein and the CBD are a 10 minute drive away. Easy access to the OR Tambo airport and the Rosebank Gautrain station.A bus stop and taxi rank are 400m away from 4Living Guesthouse. A local cab service can provide transport. Off road free parking is available. Your stay at 4Living Guesthouse benefits the Yoga4Alex project which offers yoga to 12th graders to help them cope with exam anxiety in Alexandra, an impoverished, overcrowded community 10 km form Waverley. The 4Living staff run the project and they are enthusiastic about life, yoga and healthy lifestyles. They will work hard to make your stay at 4Living a happy experience.

Home away from home

Reviewed By DiA460

Spent 3 nights while attending a course nearby. What a pleasure to find peace and tranquility in the middle of Johannesburg! Marian, Lee, Margaret and Maryline went out of their way to ensure my comfort and I felt very at home. Beautiful well-appointed room with views of the garden, delicious breakfasts and a simple tasty dinner on the one night I stayed in. Easy access to nearby restaurants. Highly recommended.

4. Legacy Guest Lodge

17 Fortesque Road corner Webb Street, Yeoville, Johannesburg 2198 South Africa
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1 based on 3 reviews

Legacy Guest Lodge offers guests an exclusive luxurious style, big and comfortable spacious accommodation for an individual, families, group and business travellers alike. This majestic stylish property is conveniently and centrally located in the midst of Johannesburg’s thriving metropolis one of Johannesburg's oldest suburbs, Yeoville the heart of a vibrant city. Legacy Guest Lodge has 23 uniquely styled spacious bedrooms and large en-suite bathrooms with showers. Each room is individually decorated with very high quality beds, bedding and comfortably modern amenities. Facilities available amongst others are big screen LCD TV with DSTV, secure parking, 24/7 CCTV & arms response, Electric fencing, Laundromat, convenience store, airport shuttle, etc.

NOBODY DESERVES THAT HOTEL.

Reviewed By Marlon M

Unsafe place, terrible hotel. Theres no AC, cold shower only, the blankets smelling like a bathroom , the staff unprepared and about the neighborhood I will prefer don’t talk about that. Was definitely the poorest hotel that I’ve been in all life, hold on!!! I paid for 2 nights and I spent 40 minutes in the room. They also don’t have any computer, I paid for the wifi. Disgusting!!! .

5. Rosebank Lodge and Backpacker

219 Jan Smuts Avenue Parktown North, Johannesburg 2193 South Africa
Excellent
7%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
20%
Terrible
41%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 44 reviews

Rosebank Lodge and Backpacker

We have had the pleasure of servicing our travellers for more than 11 yrs. Our super friendly staff will support you and make sure you are secure and safe 24 hours a day. The ancient local flora makes you feel welcome and chilled. Spend time on our Patio overlooking our garden with its 100 + year old trees, enjoying laid-back late afternoons where you can join other travellers for a drink, a meal or a braai (BBQ) You will find just about everything you need, from a Tour and Travel desk to an Outdoor Terrace to soak up the rays. Novels can be exchanged, a communal kitchen is open to all, Telephone, fax, WIFI and internet access will allow guests to hook up on line. Our laundry facilities are on hand - for all those who have just come from safari. Rooms/dorms are clean, fresh linen is provided on arrival, all beds have plush duvets for added warmth. The adjacent Boarding house specializes in Short / Long Term Accommodation We offer the Cheapest Group Accommodation in Johannesburg - If you find cheaper rates in the Rosebank area we will beat it

When I complained about the dirty bedding, the owner said he is going to blackmail me to other hotel owners

Reviewed By revivalist7

As a missionary, I stayed in many hotels in South Africa and around the world but this one actually must be reported to relevant authorities in South Africa. First, I was given sheets with a hole... I actually took pictures of them. And When I complained AGAIN about the dirty sheets I was given, the owner told me that the room I was given cost R12 000 a Month and it was given to me at R5 000. So he told me to take it or leave it and that I wasn’t going to get a refund I was requesting. So the Owner further said he was going to blackmail me to other hotel owners around Johannesburg. He said during This Coronavirus season is only 20 Hotels that are opened and that HE is on touch and communicating with those hotels. So obviously he must lie to those hotels about me. He said he will have fun doing it. When he said that I replied that I was going to have fun too. I have an email from Booking.com that I replied to, they asked that I should write a review about my stay here... the Owner told me that he read it... to everyone reading this.... I ask you to read the reviews that are written about this place. Please go to Booking.com. I have more to say, but I will submit my complaint to relevant authorities. I want this owner to start respecting people. And to know that as a Business owner, as Customers we respect him but don’t fear him. I’m not afraid of wicked people. I want to teach him that you cannot insult and threaten a Customer. He cannot undermine people.... Giving people dirty sheets in a hotel.... are they trying to give us the virus? This man thinks I have no brains... I actually want to stand with him in the court of law and sue him...

6. Bruma Guest House

27 David Draper Road, Johannesburg 2198 South Africa
Bruma Guest House

7. Tumbleweeds Apartments

126 Runnymead Avenue Chartwell, Johannesburg 2055 South Africa
Tumbleweeds Apartments

Tumbleweeds has the best of both worlds on offer:- Proximity to the Sandton and Fourways Business Hubb and secondly, the peace and tranquility of the Countryside on our doorstep. The house provides both luxury accommodation and privacy in spacious surrounds. Communal facilities include lounge and dining area . Laundry facilities also available

8. Tamryn Manor Guest House

53 Impala Road, Johannesburg South, Johannesburg 2091 South Africa
Tamryn Manor Guest House

9. Maple Manor

462 Silver Tree Street, Johannesburg South Africa
Excellent
76%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
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5 based on 38 reviews

Maple Manor

Lovely experience

Reviewed By aliceH6366PK

I really enjoyed my stay at Maple manor, it was a sanctuary, the horses and dogs and bunnies lifted my heart, and Cathy and her husband were lovely, it was like staying with friends. Thoroughly recommmend!

10. FifteenOn Orange Guest Lodge

15 Orange Road, Johannesburg 2192 South Africa
Excellent
74%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
3%
Terrible
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4.5 based on 31 reviews

FifteenOn Orange Guest Lodge

Way above average

Reviewed By ikundini

Outstanding place - I thoroughly enjoyed my time here. The property and room is beautifully appointed, perfectly clean, and cared for lovingly. It felt like a home away from home, with the "Je ne sai pas" that a wonderful vacation location carries. There is great attention to detail... like a platter of homemade cookies. If you are looking for a safe and above-average lodge in Johannesburg, look no further. You will be welcomed and cared for :) Thanks for a great visit.

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