Melrose

Johannesburg

Popular places to visit

Gold Reef City featuring a statue or sculpture, art and outdoor art

Gold Reef City Casino

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.

Gold Reef City Casino
Montecasino

Montecasino

4.5/5(16 reviews)

With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.

Montecasino
Nelson Mandela Square

Nelson Mandela Square

4.5/5(34 reviews)

Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.

Nelson Mandela Square
Johannesburg Zoo which includes zoo animals

Johannesburg Zoo

4.5/5(5 reviews)

From big cats and crocodiles to primates and farmyard animals, there’s an exciting collection of wildlife at this popular zoo.

Johannesburg Zoo
Lion Park featuring zoo animals and dangerous animals

Lion & Safari Park

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Experience the adventure of getting up close with Africa’s world-famous wildlife. Observe a pride of lions, walk with cheetahs and feed a giraffe.

Lion & Safari Park
Apartheid Museum which includes art and a city

Apartheid Museum

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.

Apartheid Museum

Things to do

Cape Town Street Art & City Centre Tour

Cape Town Photo Walk & City Tour

S$41
per adult
Cape Town Photo Walk & City Tour
Hartbeespoort: Aerial Cable Car Ride

Hartbeespoort: Aerial Cable Car Ride

S$24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hartbeespoort: Aerial Cable Car Ride
5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari

5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari

S$2,078
per traveller
5 Day Luxury Kruger National Park Safari
Sun City Park in Johannesburg

Full-Day Sun City & Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour

S$383
per traveller
Full-Day Sun City & Pilanesberg Game Reserve Tour
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto

S$142
per adult
Johannesburg, Apartheid Museum & Soweto
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food

Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food

S$59
per adult
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
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Top hotels in Melrose

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
4 out of 5
28 TOTTENHAM AVENUE, MELROSE, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is S$135 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
S$135
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan,2025
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (106 reviews)
"Staff are very friendly every single one of them. To mention a few Names, Hleziphi, Palesa, kgomotso, Tobogo and Khumalo were very helpful."

Reviewed on 15 Dec,2024

Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
Courtyard Hotel Rosebank
Courtyard Hotel Rosebank
4 out of 5
Corner Oxford and Tyrwhitt Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg, Gauteng
The price is S$122 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
S$122
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Johannesburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Sandton ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (346 reviews)
"This is a safe and lovely property, directly across the street from a mall with all the necessary food options as well as the Hop On Hop Off Bus stop. Perfect locale! Great staff and beautiful grounds. The only complaint I have is that the bed could use an upgrade; it felt old and saggy and ..."

Reviewed on 21 Dec,2024

Courtyard Hotel Rosebank
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
3 out of 5
Above Multi-Storey Parkade 2, Level 5, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Gauteng
Fully refundable
The price is S$148 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
S$148
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,453 reviews)
"Very convenient and safe location for someone coming from outside South Africa. Unfortunately, Jo’burg has a bad reputation outside South Africa and City Lodge felt the natural choice for my stop over. I would recommend City Lodge to anyone flying into OR Tambo should they wish to stop in SA. Good ..."

Reviewed on 18 Dec,2024

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
4 out of 5
Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is S$164 per night from 23 Dec to 24 Dec
S$164
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,412 reviews)
"Staff were nice"

Reviewed on 19 Dec,2024

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
4 out of 5
73 Gladiator Street, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is S$126 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
S$126
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan,2025
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The vibe was tropical, loved it there ! Clean ,and most of all we felt safe being in Johannesburg"

Reviewed on 20 Dec,2024

Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
4 out of 5
Corner of York and Gladiator Streets, Rhodesfield, Kempton Park, Gauteng
The price is S$87 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
S$87
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan,2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kempton Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly"

Reviewed on 14 Dec,2024

Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Melrose

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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.

Rosebank
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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.

Sandton
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Sandown

If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Nelson Mandela Square are top sights worth seeing.

Sandown
Johannesburg Botanical Garden showing a garden

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.

Randburg
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Downtown Johannesburg

4/5(2 area reviews)

Well liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Ellis Park Stadium and Johannesburg City Hall, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.

Downtown Johannesburg
Maropeng featuring interior views as well as an individual male

Johannesburg CBD

While you're in Johannesburg CBD, take in top sights like Johannesburg City Hall and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to see more of the city.

Johannesburg CBD

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