Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

4 stars
Kempton Park, 1627 Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa
7.9
Good
based on 4013 reviews
4,013 reviews
Mon 24/11
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Tue 25/11
1 room, 2 guests
Deals from
$133
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Standard Room
$133
Superior room
$143
Double room
$149
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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 rating
Based on 4,013 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

Mon 24/11
Tue 25/11
Executive room
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$154
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$406
nightly with fees
Superior room
bed type unknown
$143
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$145
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$146
nightly with fees
Standard Room
1 twin bed
$133
nightly with fees
1 twin bed
$140
nightly with fees
bed type unknown
$140
nightly with fees
Double room
bed type unknown
$149
nightly with fees
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

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

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Wi-Fi (surcharge)
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Accessible parking
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining table

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • City view

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Physical distancing rules
  • Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Hand sanitiser in guest accommodation and key areas
  • 24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • First-aid kit
  • Safe

Bathroom

  • Higher-level toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Shuttle service (free)

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Feather pillow
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laptop safe
  • Desk

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool

Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Gym

Reviews of Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

7.9
Good
4013 verified ratings
Wonderful
1353
Very good
992
Good
762
Okay
344
Fair
266
Mediocre
122
Poor
175

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location near the airport, the comfortable beds, and the good breakfast options. However, many reviews pointed out issues with the service and outdated facilities, particularly in the bathrooms. Some guests felt the hotel was overpriced for the quality of the rooms and amenities provided.
AI-generated from customer reviews
Location9.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort9 out of 10
Cleanliness8.5 out of 10
Room Size8 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Bathroom2.5 out of 10
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6.0
Okay
Ian, Nov 2023
Convenienty close to the airport
6.5
Okay
Terry, June 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 only one in line. Will not stay at this property again.
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
2.0
Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2016
Pros (+) The bar/restaurant was njce
Cons (-) They couldn't find my reservation so despite showing them a confirmation and proof of payment they made me wait in lounge for hours. They made no effort to call their booking partner to find it despite the fact that I had a flight in less than 8 hours and there were several people there. When I asked to speak to the manager she just came out and yelled at us. Lobby looked nice but the rooms were n...
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Location

Kempton Park, 1627 Johannesburg, Gauteng

What's nearby

  • Eastgate Shopping Centre12.1 km
  • Union Observatory16.2 km
  • Houghton16.8 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square17.5 km
  • Sandton City17.5 km
  • Gallagher Convention Centre17.6 km
  • Sandton Convention Centre17.7 km
  • Ellis Park Stadion18 km
  • Ponte City Apartments18.1 km
  • Hillbrow Telkom Tower18.7 km
  • Johannesburg Zoo19.2 km
  • Carlton Centre19.6 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

Cancellation/pre-payment

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

Essential information about Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport

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February
November
$170
$179
Cheapest month to stay with an average 20% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 24% rise in price.
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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 February 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 Sunday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $167, while the most expensive was $167.
  • 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, 19.8 km 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 0.9 km from Johannesburg OR Tambo. Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport is 37.1 km 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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4-star hotel
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Good to know

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.0
19.8 km
Johannesburg OR Tambo
0.9 km

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