Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

4 stars
Kempton Park, 1627 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
+27 119 773 600
7,9
Good
based on 10151 reviews
10 151 reviews
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Sat 25/7
2 guests, 1 room
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R978
Double room, bed type unknown
R1 591
King room, bed type unknown
R1 734
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Overview

Situated in Kempton Park, Southern Sun OR Tambo International Airport provides direct access to OR Tambo International Airport and offers a free shuttle service. It has a fitness centre, as well as an outdoor pool, a 24-hour business centre and a 24-hour reception.

This 3-star hotel provides a car rental desk, a currency exchange and babysitting/child services. The in-house spa offers a chance to get pampered and relax.

Southern Sun OR Tambo International Airport has 366 rooms, all of which are equipped with a variety of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. The hotel also has several connecting rooms to accommodate families.

Southern Sun OR Tambo International Airport's in-house restaurant, Bernoulli’s Restaurant, is a popular place to enjoy a meal. A selection of dining options can also be found nearby.

7,9
Good
10151 reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Amenities at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Shuttle service (free)
  • Business centre

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Wi-Fi (surcharge)
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining table

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible parking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Bathroom

  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Shuttle service (free)

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Feather pillow
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Casino

Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Gym

Reviews of Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

7,9
Good
10151 verified ratings
Wonderful
4214
Very good
2854
Good
1861
Okay
936
Fair
803
Mediocre
413
Poor
652

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praised the hotel's prime location near the airport and the convenience of the free shuttle service. Many found the staff to be friendly, helpful, and efficient, with several reviews highlighting positive experiences at check-in and with the shuttle drivers. The breakfast buffet received favorable mentions for its quality and variety. Some guests appreciated the spacious rooms and felt the hotel offered good value for the price. However, there were recurring comments about dated rooms, maintenance issues, and occasional lapses in service, but these did not overshadow the overall positive impressions.
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Location10 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
Breakfast8.5 out of 10
Value for Price7.5 out of 10
Room Size7.5 out of 10
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6.0
Okay
Ian, Nov 2023
Convenienty close to the airport
6.5
Okay
Terry, Jun 2019
Cons (-) One can not check out and subsequently have breakfast. And, of corse, when I got through with breakfast the check out line had a half dozen people in it and when I tried to check out earlier I was the...
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9.7
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2018
Pros (+) We had a stopover in Johannesburg before connecting another flight to Zimbabwe. This hotel was so convenient, the staff courteous, and room comfortable.
2.8
Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2018
Pros (+) Proximity to airport
Cons (-) Window locks were broken. Bathroom was dirty - hair in shower, trash had not been taken out. Felt extremely unsafe. Would not recommend this place to anyone
2.0
Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Pros (+) The bar/restaurant was njce
Cons (-) They couldn't find my reservation so despite showing them a confirmation and proof of payment they made me wait in lounge for hours. They made no effort to call their booking partner to find it despit...
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Location

Kempton Park, 1627 Johannesburg, Gauteng

What's nearby

  • Eastgate Shopping Centre12.1 km
  • Union Observatory16.2 km
  • Houghton16.8 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square17.5 km
  • Sandton City17.5 km
  • Gallagher Convention Centre17.6 km
  • Sandton Convention Centre17.7 km
  • Ellis Park Stadion18 km
  • Ponte City Apartments18.1 km
  • Hillbrow Telkom Tower18.7 km
  • Johannesburg Zoo19.2 km
  • Carlton Centre19.6 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

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September
June
R2 370
R2 233
Cheapest month to stay with an average 17% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 20% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in September and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport, plan to stay on a Wednesday or Saturday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was R1 956, while the most expensive was R2 577.
  • How long should you stay at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

  • Where is Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport located?

    Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport is located at Kempton Park, 19,8 km from the centre of Johannesburg. Eastgate Shopping Centre is the closest landmark to Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport.

  • Does Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport offer free airport shuttle service?

    Yes, Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport offers free airport shuttle service.

  • How far is Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport from the airport?

    Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport is 0,9 km from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport is 37,1 km from Johannesburg Lanseria.

  • Does Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport have a pool?

    Yes, Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport.

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Closest

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3-star hotel
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4-star hotel
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3-star hotel
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4-star hotel
14% cheaperProtea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport8.2 Excellent (3 945 reviews)1,14 kmOutdoor pool, Fitness centre, RestaurantR1 556+
3-star hotel
13% cheaperGarden Court Or Tambo International Airport7.9 Good (4 536 reviews)0,84 kmOutdoor pool, Fitness centre, RestaurantR1 587+
4-star hotel
2% cheaperPremier Hotel O.R. Tambo8.3 Excellent (6 466 reviews)1,47 kmOutdoor pool, Fitness centre, RestaurantR1 785+

Most recommended

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5-star hotel
Intercontinental Hotels Johannesburg O.R.Tambo Airport By IHG8.9 Excellent (1 694 reviews)0,39 kmIndoor pool, Fitness centre, RestaurantR9 045+
3-star hotel
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport8.3 Excellent (5 838 reviews)0,32 kmOutdoor pool, Fitness centre, RestaurantR2 533+
4-star hotel
2% cheaperPremier Hotel O.R. Tambo8.3 Excellent (6 466 reviews)1,47 kmOutdoor pool, Fitness centre, RestaurantR1 785+
4-star hotel
14% cheaperProtea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport8.2 Excellent (3 945 reviews)1,14 kmOutdoor pool, Fitness centre, RestaurantR1 556+

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7,9
19,8 km
Johannesburg OR Tambo
0,9 km

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