Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

4 stars
7.9
Good
based on 10158 reviews
10,158 reviews
Kempton Park, 1627 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Kempton Park, Johannesburg, Gauteng
+27 119 773 600
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Wed 16/9
2 guests, 1 room
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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
10158 reviews

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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

Reviews of Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

7.9
Good
10158 verified ratings
Wonderful
4410
Very good
3000
Good
1933
Okay
967
Fair
835
Mediocre
429
Poor
672

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

Location

Kempton Park, 1627 Johannesburg, Gauteng

What's nearby

  • Eastgate Shopping Centre7.5 mi
  • Union Observatory10.1 mi
  • Houghton10.5 mi
  • Nelson Mandela Square10.9 mi
  • Sandton City10.9 mi
  • Gallagher Convention Centre11 mi
  • Sandton Convention Centre11 mi
  • Ellis Park Stadion11.2 mi
  • Ponte City Apartments11.2 mi
  • Hillbrow Telkom Tower11.6 mi
  • Johannesburg Zoo11.9 mi
  • Carlton Centre12.2 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

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

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

Essential information about Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

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January
November
£95
£99
Cheapest month to stay with an average 13% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 40% rise in price.
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Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

Which month has the cheapest rates at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport?

The cheapest month to stay at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport is October, with an average nightly rate of £88. The most expensive month is May at £99 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport?

The cheapest day to book Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport is Tuesday, with an average nightly rate of £86. The most expensive day is Saturday at £105 per night.

How far in advance should you book Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport?

To get the best price at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport, book around 7 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 25% compared to booking last minute.

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 January and October.
  • 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 Tuesday or Thursday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £104, while the most expensive was £104.
  • 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, 12.3 miles 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 0.6 miles from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport is 23.1 miles 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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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.9
12.3 mi
Johannesburg OR Tambo
0.6 mi

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