Sophie Baker is a Gauteng-based travel and food writer, covering everything from luxury Kruger safaris to Mauritius' food scene. When she's not writing about wildlife encounters or the perfect plate of pasta, she's probably on horseback, sipping wine or cooking (not all at once). She's always on the lookout for her next great adventure - preferably with a fantastic meal at the end!

Sophie Baker

Sophie Baker

City Expert, Time Out Johannesburg & Pretoria

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The 13 best hotels in Johannesburg

The 13 best hotels in Johannesburg

When it comes to finding the perfect place to stay and relax in Johannesburg, visitors are spoiled for choice. However, it can be a tricky decision. To make your life a little easier, we've highlighted the best hotels in Johannesburg in this convenient list. From high-end luxury stays to spending a night surrounded by nature, here are Johannesburg's best places to rest your head and set up base to explore the wonders of the City of Gold. 📍 The best things to do in Johannesburg🏨 Where to stay in Johannesburg☕️ The best cafés and coffee shops in Johannesburg This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.
Where to stay in Johannesburg

Where to stay in Johannesburg

South Africa’s economic hub was once little more than a stopover en-route to Cape Town or Kruger, but those who pass through without truly experiencing Johannesburg are missing out. Joburg is a city that refused to be boxed in. Modern glass towers rise above old-world suburbs, five-star hotels sit next to hidden speakeasies, and oak-lined streets with cafes and art galleries are just a stone’s throw from gritty urban centres, buzzing street markets and legendary shisanyama joints. The beauty of Joburg is that one minute, you could be sipping a cortado in a leafy suburb, the next, in the thick of a downtown art walk or at a rooftop bar watching the skyline glow. Somehow, the mixture of charm, grit, character, and history all collide in a way that just works. But where you stay makes a difference. Each neighbourhood has its own personality; some are all about the nightlife, others are made for lazy brunches and boutique shopping sprees. We’ve rounded up Joburg’s best neighbourhoods, each with its own distinct character, plus where to stay, eat, and explore in each one. This article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, click here.