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2511 Cheap Hotels in Downtown Johannesburg - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Businessburg Hotel

Businessburg Hotel

3.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
6.2 out of 10, (23)
"A good place if on a tight budget. But no hot water, no towels, and plenty of COCKROACHES."
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is AU$31
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Businessburg Hotel
Luxury Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, City View | City view
The Franklin Loft Apartments

The Franklin Loft Apartments

4.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23)
"Amazing service and chic apartments "
United States
Corrin
The Franklin Loft Apartments
Reception
4 on Pritchard

4 on Pritchard

3.0 star property
Downtown Johannesburg
4 on Pritchard
Exterior
Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank

4.0 star property
Melrose, 6.2 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (193)
"Good place for short trip "
United States
FILIMAO M
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
Restaurant
Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank

Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank

4.5 star property
6.4 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (78)
"Great staff from every aspect- front desk, bar and service. I would recommend this place for the team alone!!!"
United States
Corrin
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank
Terrace/patio
Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG

4.0 star property
Rosebank, 6.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (475)
"Great helpful staff Gautrain a bonus-would stay again "
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Holiday Inn Johannesburg - Rosebank by IHG
Lobby
NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel

NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel

5.0 star property
Sandown, 10.8 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (659)
"Excellent room! Great staff!"
United States
jayanthi
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
NH Johannesburg Sandton Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank

Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank

4.0 star property
Rosebank, 6 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (154)
"Excellent hotel, great food, well priced drinks , had a great stay"
Australia
BRENDAN
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank
Terrace/patio
Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston

Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston

3.0 star property
Morningside, 11.2 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (44)
"A great, nicely appointed hotel for a more modest price than others. No need to spend more money than this for a very good stay in Johannesburg. "
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Hampton By Hilton Sandton Grayston
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Blueberry Hill Hotel

Blueberry Hill Hotel

4.0 star property
17.9 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (93)
"Great hotel, lovely staff, great location. Needs a better menu in the restaurant but food excellent."
United States
Craig
Blueberry Hill Hotel
Outdoor pool
Royal Majestic Hotel

Royal Majestic Hotel

2.5 star property
Rosebank, 6.2 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"Hjälpsam personal, stora fina rum"
Sweden
MOnica
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Royal Majestic Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

4.0 star property
Sandown, 10.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great stay and experience "
United Kingdom
Sandra
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
The Residence Boutique Hotel

The Residence Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
Houghton Estate, 3.9 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (299)
"Incredible staff and really good chef. We enjoyed every minute of our stay "
Australia
Lavinia
The Residence Boutique Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
Southern Sun Rosebank

Southern Sun Rosebank

4.0 star property
Rosebank, 6.1 km from Downtown Johannesburg
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (400)
"Nice accommodations close to Rosebank. Included breakfast was good. Restaurant was tasty."
United States
Rachel
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Southern Sun Rosebank
In-room dining
@Sandton Hotel

@Sandton Hotel

3.0 star property
11.2 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (304)
"Very clean,well friendly& welcoming staff l love it"
United Kingdom
Brian
@Sandton Hotel
Outdoor pool
Airport Inn and Suites

Airport Inn and Suites

3.0 star property
16.2 km from Downtown Johannesburg
7.8 out of 10, Good, (251)
"It is very convenient especially transit stays, the room was spacious and open but cold bcuz the air-conditioner wasn’t working properly. The staff was excellent. The food unfortunately wasn’t good "
United States
Kewagamang
The price is AU$58
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Airport Inn and Suites
Reception
Pivot Hotel Montecasino

Pivot Hotel Montecasino

4.0 star property
Sandton, 19.6 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (341)
"Have to give 5 Stars! Excellent Service"
United Kingdom
Albert
The price is AU$247
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Pivot Hotel Montecasino
Outdoor dining
Clico Boutique Hotel

Clico Boutique Hotel

5.0 star property
Rosebank, 6.4 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (120)
"The place is immaculate with very clean bathroom, comfortable pillows, super friendly staff and attached terrace. The location is the very best in Johannesburg, a walking distance to the biggest mall. A great place. "
United States
Carl-Philippe
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Clico Boutique Hotel
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

5.0 star property
Houghton Estate, 4.2 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (212)
"Great staff and very nice hotel"
United States
Jonathan
The price is AU$338
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf
Reception
Catalyst Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

Catalyst Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

3.0 star property
Sandton, 10 km from Downtown Johannesburg
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (121)
"High standard hotel. Very good breakfast Good location. Some rooms are suffering from noise from the hotel a/c"
Denmark
Anonymous traveller
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Catalyst Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Johannesburg

Find the best Downtown Johannesburg areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Johannesburg
Learn more about Downtown Johannesburg

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.

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.

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.

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.

Johannesburg Botanical Garden which includes a park

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.

Top Downtown Johannesburg Hotel Reviews

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay and experience "
Sandra 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Johannesburg?
Downtown Johannesburg is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its football games, architecture and art. Make sure that you visit Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium as part of your Downtown Johannesburg travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Downtown Johannesburg?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Businessburg Hotel is the highest ranked property in Downtown Johannesburg. This hotel offers free WiFi and flat-screen TVs.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Johannesburg?
When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Johannesburg, you can choose from 16 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Johannesburg.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Johannesburg, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in Downtown Johannesburg.
What are the top things to see and do in Downtown Johannesburg?
Sights like Johannesburg Art Gallery and The AGOG can be part of your cultural tour of Downtown Johannesburg. Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Johannesburg include Absa Art Gallery, Windybrow Centre for the Arts and Carlton Centre. Arts on Main and Rissik Street Post Office are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Johannesburg.
How can I get around Downtown Johannesburg and the greater Johannesburg area?
Ready to get out and explore the city? Ellis Park Station is the closest metro station. To venture out of town, take a train from Johannesburg Park Station.

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