Where to stay in Gauteng

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

Premier Hotel, Midrand

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:

Mister C, Hartbeespoort

Constantia Manor Guest House, Pretoria

Veranda House, Midrand

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

Zanandi, Brits

Rainforest Boutique Camp Site, Krugersdorp

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