Best Luxury Hotels in Johannesburg, South Africa

Situated in Johannesburg, 7.4 km from Observatory Golf Club, The Giglio Boutique Hotel offers luxurious accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden, and a terrace. The 5-star hotel boasts a business centre and a concierge service. Guests can take advantage of the 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service, and free WiFi available throughout the property. A delectable à la carte, continental, or Full English/Irish breakfast is served every morning. At the hotel, you can enjoy a variety of American, Belgian, and Dutch cuisine. Vegetarian and halal options are also available. The Giglio Boutique Hotel also offers an ironing service and business facilities such as fax and photocopying. Johannesburg Stadium is 10 km away, and Kempton Park Golf Club is 13 km away. The nearest airport is O.R. Tambo International Airport, 14 km from The Giglio Boutique Hotel.

Rooms: 10 Stars: 5

Experience luxury with The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf, located in Johannesburg. With an outdoor pool, free parking, fitness centre and terrace, this 5-star hotel features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, a bar and a private bathroom. Enjoy the indoor pool, sauna and hot tub, or play a round of mini-golf. Room service, currency exchange and a 24-hour front desk are available, and the hotel also offers car hire. Guest rooms come with a seating area, flat-screen TV and safety deposit box, and some rooms have a kitchen. Breakfast is served daily, and the restaurant offers American, local and Asian cuisine, as well as vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options. The Houghton Hotel is 2.5 km from Observatory Golf Club, 4.3 km from Johannesburg Stadium, and 6.9 km from Parkview Golf Club. O.R.

Rooms: 68 Stars: 5

Experience luxury and relaxation at the Palazzo Montecasino Hotel – one of Johannesburg’s finest 5-star hotels. Located in the tranquil area of Fourways, this stunning hotel features a manicured Tuscan-style garden and a large outdoor pool with a relaxing area. Each air-conditioned room is elegantly decorated with warm colours and stylish furniture, and comes with free Wi-Fi, DVD player, a seating area, and flat-screen satellite TV. On-site facilities include a fitness centre, spa, bowling alley and casino. The Palazzo’s restaurant serves Italian dishes with French and African influences, while light snacks are available in the pool recreational area. Staff are available 24 hours a day and the hotel is conveniently located within 15 minutes from Sandton Business Centre and a 20-minute drive from Lanseria International Airport.

Rooms: 246 Stars: 5

54 on Bath is a luxurious hotel situated in the cultural district of Rosebank. It offers large terrace and outdoor pool, as well as spacious, modernly decorated rooms featuring a working desk, flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. The hotel serves international cuisine in the Level Four Restaurant, and refreshments are available in the bar with views of the garden terrace. The concierge service can arrange trips to local attractions, and the hotel also offers a shuttle service to O.R. Tambo International Airport (35 minutes) and Gautrain Station (300 metres).

Rooms: 75 Stars: 5

Experience the finest in luxury at African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel. Located in the trendy Melrose Arch district of Johannesburg, this 5-star hotel is just 10 km from the city centre. Enjoy chic and spacious guestrooms with state-of-the-art amenities, oversized bathrooms, and mood lighting. Take in the secluded gardens, relax in the outdoor swimming pool, and be pampered with a massage. Indulge in fine dining and cocktails at the hotel’s various restaurants and bars. Explore the nearby shopping malls, entertainment centres and restaurants. O.R. Tambo International Airport is just 26 km away.

Rooms: 118 Stars: 5

The Winston Hotel is a luxurious 5 star boutique accommodation nestled in the heart of Rosebank, Johannesburg. Offering free Wi-Fi and private parking, the colonial-style hotel features air-conditioned rooms with a flat-screen TV, seating area and balcony. Each room is elegantly designed with a theme and classical-style furnishings, plus a personal espresso machine. The private bathrooms come with luxurious amenities. Guests can take advantage of the outdoor pool, library with Wi-Fi, trendy restaurant and bar, and 24-hour front desk. The Winston is conveniently located near trendy shops and restaurants, as well as major shopping malls and the Gautrain station.

Rooms: 30 Stars: 5

Vivari Hotel and Spa by Mantis is one of the finest 5-star hotels in Johannesburg. It opened in November 2019 and provides luxurious accommodation with an outdoor pool, free parking, fitness centre and garden. All rooms feature air-conditioning, a desk, coffee machine, safety deposit box, flat-screen TV and private bathroom. Some rooms also have a balcony with pool view. The hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, luggage storage, restaurant serving Mediterranean, Pizza and local cuisine and a buffet or Full English/Irish breakfast. The Cradle of Humankind is 23 km away and the nearest airport, Lanseria International, is 19 km away. The hotel provides a paid airport shuttle service.

Rooms: 48 Stars: 5

Experience luxury at Raphael Suites in Johannesburg. Enjoy air-conditioned apartments with satellite TV, a fully-equipped kitchen, bathrobes and slippers. Relax by the outdoor pool or at the sauna and fitness centre. Take advantage of free WiFi and on-site parking. The hotel also features a restaurant and 24-hour front desk. Conveniently located 100 metres from Sandton City and 500 metres from the Gautrain Station, with O.R. Tambo International Airport 32 km away.

Rooms: 15 Stars: 5

Experience a luxurious stay at DaVinci Hotel and Suites, located on Nelson Mandela Square in the heart of Sandton City. Enjoy access to an infinity pool with cushioned loungers, a full-service spa and gym, and a gourmet restaurant with a sushi bar. Spend the day shopping or dining at the nearby mall, or take a short trip to the centre of Johannesburg, just 16km away. Air-conditioned rooms feature contemporary white-and-black décor, wall-mounted flat-screen TVs, mini bars, and tea/coffee makers. Guests can enjoy a full English breakfast cooked to their liking, as well as an exclusive lounge with whiskey, wine and cigars. The hotel is conveniently located just 550 metres from Sandton Gautrain Station and 31 km from O.R. Tambo International Airport, with airport shuttle services available on request.

Rooms: 166 Stars: 5

Experience the ultimate in luxury at Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch. Opened in December 2019, this 5-star hotel offers spectacular city views, a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, garden, free bikes and private parking. All rooms come with air-conditioning, a desk, coffee machine, minibar, safety deposit box, flat-screen TV and private bathroom. Guests can prepare meals in their room with the provided kitchen facilities, and enjoy a variety of breakfast options. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. Situated 5.6 km from Gautrain Sandton Station, and only 24 km from O.R. Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch is the perfect place to stay for business or leisure.

Rooms: 143 Stars: 5