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African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Kempton Park with spa and outdoor pool

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Terrace/patio
View from property
Living area
Restaurant
Rejuvenate in the city center at African Rock Hotel, where a tranquil oasis awaits. Start your day with a cooked-to-order breakfast on the sun-kissed terrace or indulge in reflexology treatments at the spa. With an outdoor pool, library, and coffee shop/cafe nearby previous guests have raved about this boutique hotel's serene ambiance.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free breakfast

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free area shuttle
  • Health club
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Business centre
  • Theme park shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Luxury Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Luxury Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Executive Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
48 de Villiers Avenue, van Riebeeck Park ext 9, Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1619

What's nearby

  • Emperors Palace Casino - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Mall of Africa - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 19 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 20 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 20 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 18 min drive
  • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria) - 38 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 24 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 35 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free local area shuttle
  • Train station pickup (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Duty Free O.R. Tambo International Airport - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Barcelos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tomato Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Flame Fast Foods - ‬4 min drive

About this property

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"

Enjoy your visit to Kempton Park with a stay at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort". You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe and visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or aromatherapy. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool, a free airport shuttle and a bar/lounge.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, German, Portuguese, Zulu

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.
DONE

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
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

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

Parking

    • Free secured on-site self-parking
    • Free secured on-site valet parking
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
    • Train station pickup available 24 hours a day*
    • Bus station shuttle*
DONE

Off-site

    • Free area shuttle within 2 kilometres
    • Shopping centre shuttle*
    • Casino shuttle*
    • Theme park shuttle*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 6 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Free local shuttle

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2009
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • Health club
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Reception hall
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Casino shuttle, shopping centre shuttle and theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/infant beds are available for ZAR 1000.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight
  • Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Also known as

African Rock Hotel Kempton Park
African Rock Hotel
African Rock Kempton Park
African Rock Hotel
African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" 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 African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to midnight.

Are pets allowed at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Emperors Palace Casino (14-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes, Pilates and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" also has a health club and a garden, as well as access to a nearby health club.

Are there restaurants at or near African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" like?

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" puts you in the heart of Kempton Park. Popular attractions include Melrose Arch Shopping Centre, which is 17 minutes away by car.

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African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Airport
Service staff

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful boutique hotel. Perfect for an overnight stay before or after flight into/ from JNB
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent boutique hotel that provides oasis in Jo-berg near the airport
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel with incredible staff!

Had an amazing stay! It’s a beautiful hotel with incredible staff who go above and beyond!!
Gerald, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay, awesome room! Highly recommend 🌼🌼🌼
CAMILLA, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Luxury stay with Airport transfer highly recommended.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful oasis. Staff couldn’t be nicer and more attentive. Great food, an overall fabulous place to stay for my last night in Africa.
Barbara, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous overnight stay on layover. Fabulous staff and incredible food and wine. Only regret is it was too short.
Claire, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. Food options were amazing. Would highly recommend

10/10 Excellent

Johns view.

Excellent location, with excellent service. Allowed us a complementary room while waiting for our flight.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Romantic and peaceful stay

This is a cracking little gem of a hotel. All the staff are super friendly, the food is excellent and has a personal touch from the chef's. Rooms are very comfortable and sitting in the garden in front of the wood fire after dinner was so relaxing. The spa treatments are highly recommended. All in all a perfect place to stay. Will be back when we are back in the area. Thank you for a great stay.
George, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent boutique hotel. Spacious room, quiet & serene. Tons of ambiance! Excellent food. Owners have a personal touch & very hands on in the business.
Tamela, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

SELMA, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Steve and Ida, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Stayed for one night on a layover for flights at Tambo. Could not recommend this place more highly. Unique small boutique hotel in safe location with all the amenities. Ease of access to/from airport with friendly and helpful drivers - even helping with my luggage and walking me through check-in to ensure no problems before they left. On-site staff thorough and accommodating. Dinner and breakfast high quality food and service. Room clean and interesting.
Eryn, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

I love this hotel. After 10 years of going to various hotels around the airport I finally found the one that I will return to time and again. The owners are amazing and treat you like old friends. The hotel is luxurious and makes you feel special.
Kathleen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Joanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

One of the best hotels we've ever stayed in.
Allen, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful room and lovely staff. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Kay, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Gregory, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely staff; they couldn’t do enough to help. Picked us up late at night from train and thereafter looked after us superbly. This is a small boutique hotel which is an oasis of peace, close to the main airport. Highly recommended.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Top Hotel an ruhiger Lage

Wunderschönes Hotel an ruhiger Lage, Top Essen und Bedienung

10/10 Excellent

Ein kleines Schmuckkästchen in Flugplatznähe

3 Tage mit bestem Service und gutem Preis- Leistungsverhältnis

8/10 Good

Decent alternative

Very convenient to airport. Room is somewhat small. Only access is via exterior. Not good if it rains. Food is mixed in quality. Did a very good game dish. Breakfasts were not very good.

10/10 Excellent

Airport-Nähe, dabei ruhig und Afrika-Feeling

Das Hotel liegt in einem durch Wachen, Zaun, und Gate gesicherten Wohngebiet (residential area). Im abgesicherten Bereich fühlte ich mich sicher (viel sicherer die umliegende Gegend). Abholung vom Flughafen (kostenlos) und Aufenthalt war sehr angenehm. Wenige Zimmer: d.h. wenige Gäste und in meinem Fall ruhig. Kleiner Nachteil: Alle Zimmer sind ebenerdig (wenn ich richtig gesehen habe) und man kann von außen reinschauen, wenn der Vorhang offen ist. Nicht jedermanns Sache. Einrichtung ist in einem modernen Afrika-Stil. Ein bisschen Ferienstimmung kommt auf. Das Personal war sehr freundlich. Für mich war das Hotel perfekt, weil ich einen Aufenthalt in Johannesburg vor dem Weiterflug hatte und in der Nähe des Flughafens bleiben wollte, aber nicht in das Spieler-"Paradies", wo viele der übrigen flughafennahen Hotels angesiedelt sind (schlechte Erfahrung). Ich würde es wieder buchen, um mich vor der Weiterreise vom Flug zu erholen. Die Hotelküche ist gut aber für südafrikanische Verhältnisse nicht billig (3 Gänge, 2 Gläser Wein: ca 500 R). Eine Küche für so wenig Personen ist aber auch aufwendig und das war dann ok. Ich war froh über das Angebot, daher kein Punktabzug.