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Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4.0 star property
Travelers find peaceful retreat minutes from Emperors Palace Casino, with enticing dining options and spa services to balance the nearby excitement

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Southern Sun O.R. Tambo Airport offers a serene contrast to the nearby Emperors Palace Casino. Guests relax by the outdoor pool in garden surroundings, savor international dishes at Bernoulli's Restaurant, and enjoy spa treatments while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Room options

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Standard King Room

Standard King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior King Room

Superior King Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(104 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Near a metro station, Southern Sun O.R Tambo is in O.R. Tambo, a neighbourhood in Kempton Park with good airport proximity. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Nelson Mandela Square. Wild Waters - Boksburg and Johannesburg Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Map
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, /, Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1627

What's nearby

  • International Terminal Duty Free Mall - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Emperors Palace Casino - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 18 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Gold Reef City Casino - 21 min drive - 33.6 km
  • Montecasino - 24 min drive - 41.3 km

Getting around

  • Rhodesfield Station - 7 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 39 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yolo - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Airport Craft Brewers - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Diner - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Soaring Eagle Spur Steak Ranch - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Upscale hotel located in O.R. Tambo
At Southern Sun O.R Tambo, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a free return airport shuttle and a terrace. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Bernoulli's Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to shopping on-site and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers
  • Self-parking (surcharge), outdoor furniture and a front desk safe
  • A computer station, a porter/bellboy and luggage storage
  • A 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket information and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the dining options, breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 366 rooms offer comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • 24-hour airport shuttle
  • Secured parking on site (ZAR 50 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bernoulli's Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Children's pool
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways (100 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Lift (105 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1968
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Secured self-parking fee: ZAR 50 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Southern Sun Or Tambo Int Air Hotel Kempton Park
Southern Sun Or Tambo Int Air Hotel
Southern Sun Or Tambo Int Air Kempton Park
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport Hotel Kempton Park
Southern Sun O R Tambo Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport Hotel
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport Kempton Park
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport Hotel Kempton Park

Frequently asked questions

Does Southern Sun O.R Tambo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Sun O.R Tambo?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Sun O.R Tambo on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$190.19, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Southern Sun O.R Tambo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Southern Sun O.R Tambo?

Self-parking is available for ZAR 50 per day.

What time is check-in at Southern Sun O.R Tambo?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Southern Sun O.R Tambo?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Southern Sun O.R Tambo provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times.

Where is Southern Sun O.R Tambo located?

Located in O.R. Tambo, this spa hotel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Emperors Palace Casino, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Arwyp Medical Centre. Kempton Park Golf Club and Festival Mall are also within 3 miles (5 km). Rhodesfield Station is 26 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Southern Sun O.R Tambo Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 883 out of 1646 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 479 out of 1646 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 163 out of 1646 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1646 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1646 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sessie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Met our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, and very easy and convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would stay there again. Enjoyed the breakfast and dinner options.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All aspects suited us well for an overnight stop close to the airport. We enjoyed the extensive buffet dinner after a long day and found all staff so helpful and attentive.

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant is absolutely outstanding for the excellent breakfast and dinner buffet selections with a huge variety of options. Very close to the airport with an easy and frequent shuttle, but the maze of roads around the airport makes walking too complicated.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

airport shuttle--excellent!

Excellent airport shuttle service...coming and going...on time, helpful, friendly, and professional
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply the best. First and foremost, the staff is friendly, accomodating, professional and pleasant. Accomodation is well equipped, conveniently located and clean. The place to go.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Quiet. Asked if we would like a bag breakfast as we were leaving very early to airport. Changed our room because we had trouble on the web page finding what worked best. Polite staff. Timely shuttle-no waiting.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked proximity to airport for overnight stay. Room was spacious and very nice. Also like the extensive buffet dinner available. All staff were friendly and most obliging.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Staff was very accommodating Restaurant is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

shala

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to visit.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous. Best buffet breakfast! Lovely wine and cheese gathering at 5 pm. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport but needed a shuttle bus to get here from the airport.Service was great and felt very safe,although didn't leave the premises. Gym and pool area was great
Outside of complex
Outside of complex
Pool area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo is a good place to stay overnight while waiting for flights. The shuttle bus service is excellent and easy to access, while the hotel itself is in good condition. The staff are all friendly and welcoming and they were happy to offer a late check-out and luggage storage service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Quick stay

Nice place for a quick stay, near the airport definitely take the shuttle. Don’t try walking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CECELIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beds are very comfortable, the staff friendly and accommodating and the breakfast is delicious. We definitely enjoy staying whenever we pass through.

10/10 Excellent

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property, convenient and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

zhezell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel near the airport

Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members have been wonderful. Property is a bit older but has been refreshed and is clean and very nice. It has been a great “stop-over” while on our travels. My only complaint is that the a/c unit was very noisy. Otherwise a good value and good overall experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exemplary. Absolutely wonderful every one of them. Food was excellent and inexpensive.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to the airport. Shuttle runs every 15min. Great breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the airport and very quiet. Would stay again if I traveled to S. Africa.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were amazing very helpful, good breakfast. Stay away from the protea nearby - terrible compared to this hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast buffet
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Christian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very old rooms staff very nice breakfast very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025