Melrose Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Gold Reef City Casino
Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
UNISA
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit UNISA during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities
Soweto /Johannesburg and Apartheid Museum Guided Full Day Tour
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
Half-Day Lion and Safari Park Tour
Our pick of the best Melrose Hotel Deals
Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
Spacious clean room with high ceiling. Friendly and helpful staff. Convenient location as it's steps away from Rosebank Mall.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
clean room, close to the airport. efficient staff
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Nice location, easy access to terminal. Condition of room interior somewhat deteriorated...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
The rooms were neat and staff was friendly and
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Everything was excellant
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
Rooms are ok but a little tired, as is the whole establishment. Communication with staff was sub-optimal. It took days to respond to emails or messages through hotels.com. I asked about using the shuttle to East Rand Mall and was given basic information, but nothing about the cost. I had one meal ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Melrose
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.
Houghton Estate
If you're spending some time in Houghton Estate, Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Downtown Johannesburg
Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
