Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport

4.0 star property
Kempton Park hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Lobby
Terrace/patio
Self-parking (surcharge) 50 per day
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Exterior
Close to Emperors Palace Casino, Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport offers a tranquil escape with an outdoor pool and garden. Unwind with international cuisine at Bernoulli's Restaurant or rejuvenate at the spa, while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Self parking
  • Children's pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Conference centre
  • Business centre
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Standard King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room 1King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 36.93 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27.7 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1620

What's nearby

  • International Terminal Duty Free Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Emperors Palace Casino - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Festival Mall - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • East Rand Mall - 5 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Hoërskool Dr. E.G. Jansen - 6 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 5 min drive
  • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria) - 62 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 37 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 41 min drive
  • Rhodesfield Station - 26 min walk
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Airport Craft Brewers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Soaring Eagle Spur Steak Ranch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jacksons - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cappello - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport is just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can indulge in manicures and pedicures and enjoy international cuisine at Bernoulli's Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour fitness centre are other highlights. The helpful staff and restaurant get great marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 366 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured on-site self-parking (ZAR 50 per day)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle (available 24 hours)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1968
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 105
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 4 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 100
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Toilet grab bar height (centimetres): 50
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Shower grab bar height (centimetres): 45
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Fridge (on request)
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Bernoulli's Restaurant – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Secured self-parking costs ZAR 50 per day

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Southern Sun Or Tambo Int Air Hotel Kempton Park
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Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport Hotel Kempton Park
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Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport Kempton Park
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Southern Sun O R Tambo Airport
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Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport Kempton Park
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport Hotel Kempton Park

Frequently asked questions

Does Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport?

Yes. Self-parking costs ZAR 50 per day.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Emperors Palace Casino (6-min drive) and Carnival City & Entertainment World (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport and nearby?

Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport has an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport?

Yes, Bernoulli's Restaurant offers international cuisine.

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Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Airport
Breakfast
Shuttle
Restaurant
Food
Shuttle services
Location
Shower

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, yummy, and very good with a wide range of options. (151 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was quick, efficient, and convenient, running every 15 minutes 24/7. (123 reviews)
  • The restaurant offered great value for money with excellent food and a wide range of options for both dinner and breakfast buffets. (15 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10

Very friendly staff and convenient location.
1-night trip

10/10

I love the 5:00 happy hour.
2-night trip

10/10

Great location next to the airport in Johannesburg. Excellent breakfast buffet. Service for lunch in bar was slow. Shuttle was convenient.
1-night trip

10/10

Good hotel
1-night trip

8/10

Great place to stay
2-night trip

8/10

A comfortable overnight stay between flights. We really enjoyed the complimentary wine and cheese and the relaxed vibe at the hotel. When I had an unexpected ingredient in a dish I ordered (allergy), the chef very kindly remade it for me without it. It was delicious!
1-night trip

8/10

Very old rooms staff very nice breakfast very nice
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent stay
1-night trip

10/10

Nice place
1-night trip

10/10

Decent well priced airport hotel
1-night trip

10/10

The breakfast was phenomenal! Beautiful hotel!
2-night trip

8/10

Great breakfast buffet
1-night trip

8/10

A really enjoyable stay in clean rooms and excellent staff and good range of lovely food. My personal disappointment was no pink gin - but apparently not a common drink in SA.
2-night trip

8/10

Great location, and shuttle service . Needs a fresh coat of paint . Dining was excellent
1-night trip

10/10

Clean, quiet and convenient.
1-night trip

10/10

Very clean, friendly staff and very well maintained full service airport hotel and conference center! COMFORTABLE BEDS I Recommend
1-night trip

8/10

Great food
1-night trip

10/10

The location is good because it’s close to the airport and the shuttle service is working well.

10/10

The evening buffet was great and good breakfast.
1-night trip

8/10

Great location, close to the airport. Fabulous breakfast. Easy shuttle pick up and drop off. We would definitely stay here again.
1-night trip

10/10

Ideal visit for airport hotel
1-night trip

10/10

Good access to airport. Good value for money.
1-night trip

10/10

This is a great hotel at Johannesburg airport. What sets it apart is its airport shuttle services (a shuttle every 15 minutes 24 hours a day).
2-night trip

10/10

It was my second time staying with Southern Sun Hotel and definitely looking forward to more stays
1-night trip

10/10

My favorite airport hotel in Joburg. I love the buffet dinner and rooms are great.
1-night trip