Never a province to take things slow, if you’re looking for somewhere to lay your head in Gauteng, you’ll find it quickly and easily. If you’re after the high of the city, choose to stay at one of the swanky, ultra-modern hotels or highrise blocks in trendy Sandton, Rosebank or Melrose Arch. If you’re craving culture, check in to Soweto. If you need a little downtime, head out of the cities to power down in the bushveld.
Hotels
If on-site amenities and privacy are what you’re looking for when choosing accommodation, then staying at a hotel is your best option. Hotels tend to offer fabulous amenities such as room service, swimming pools, restaurants and bars, gyms and personal concierge services. Here are a few options for hotels in Gauteng:
The Houghton Hotel, Johannesburg
Sheraton Pretoria Hotel, Pretoria
Bed & Breakfasts
Bed and breakfast establishments are a popular choice for many when it comes to accommodation. You’re allowed private rooms and ensuite bathrooms and a delicious breakfast in the morning. Some B&B’s even offer hotel amenities like a swimming pool and all-meal food services. Here are some options for Bed & Breakfasts in Gauteng:
Constantia Manor Guest House, Pretoria
Self-catering
Self-catering accommodation is perfect for those who want ultimate freedom and privacy wherever they’re staying. Usually in the form of entire houses, apartments or chalets, self-catering allows you total run of the place, including cooking, cleaning and use of any facilities. These are some options for self-catering accommodation in Gauteng:
Wildsbokkie Chalet, Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve, Heidelberg
Franklin Luxury Apartment, Johannesburg
The Apex on Smuts, Johannesburg
Backpacking
If you love meeting new people and making friends wherever you go, backpacker or hostel accommodation is an ideal option for you. Typically, you pay for a single bed in a room which others will share, but most backpackers also offer private rooms as well. Here are some options for backpackers in Gauteng:
Lebo’s Soweto Backpackers, Johannesburg
CURIOCITY Backpackers, Johannesburg
Authentic Bicycle Tours and Backpackers, Soweto
Camping
Staying outdoors amongst fauna and flora, under the stars and sky has huge appeal for many – especially in beautiful South Africa! Whether you’re glamping or really want to rough it, camping really allows you to appreciate all that Mother Nature has to offer. Here’s a few options for camping spots in Gauteng:
Kyleu Bush Camp, Dinokeng Game Reserve
Rainforest Boutique Camp Site, Krugersdorp
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