10 Top-Rated Specialty lodgings in Greater Johannesburg, Gauteng

With its close vicinity to the Gautrain as an option to take you to South Africa’s O.R. Tambo International Airport, as well as attractive bars and restaurants, EcoMotel’s Marlboro Motel is never empty. Many choose to stay here due to the affordability and friendly staff. It’s also in a convenient, central location, close to some of the area’s attractions, like first-rate golf courses and some of Johannesburg’s most popular museums. For those interested in seeing the sights, there is no shortage of things to do in the Marlboro area. Some of the most popular places to visit include Modderfontein Park, Beechwood Gardens, Nelson Mandela Square, and the Monte Casino Bird Gardens. Interested in shopping? A visit to Sandton City won’t disappoint: it’s a three-tiered tower with more than 290 stores under one roof!

Superbly situated in the heart of Midrand is a 49 bedroom boutique hotel, the Constantia Hotel. Built in Cape Dutch architecture the hotel exudes a feeling of ye Olde World – close your eyes and you will almost feel you were in the Cape. Beautifully appointed rooms overlook the lush pool area, a great place to unwind at the end of the day. The Hotel is an ideal choice for leisure travelers and business men alike, almost halfway between Johannesburg and Pretoria. With a Gautrain station 5 minutes away, you couldn't be better positioned to take advantage of all Gauteng has to offer and not forgetting the Mall Africa which is 9 mins away. The hotel boasts state of the art conference facilities encompassing a 300 banqueting venue and three other smaller conference rooms.

Cradle Boutique Hotel is positioned in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind, just minutes from Lanseria Airport, with panoramic views of the breath-taking scenery. The hotel comprises of eight luxury and executive suites and one owner’s suite, of which all suites feature en-suite bathrooms, DStv, Wi-Fi Internet access, viewing decks, and tea and coffee facilities; while the owner’s suite moreover features a lounge, a dining room and a kitchen. When you stay at the Cradle Boutique, you'll be in the mountains and within the vicinity of Kromdraai and Lion & Rhino Nature Reserve. This 4-star hotel is within the region of Wonder Caves and Cradle of Humankind.

All rooms have extra length beds and oversized duvets, cotton percale bed linen, flat screen plasma TV's with DSTV satellite channels, free Wi-Fi and a safe. All bathrooms have showers, heated towel rails, and flyffly white bath towels. Some rooms also have a free standing bath. Complimentary tea and coffee facilities. All rooms are equipped with built-in cupboards, a work desk and a bar fridge.

Superbly situated in the heart of Midrand is a 49 bedroom boutique hotel, the Constantia Hotel. Built in Cape Dutch architecture the hotel exudes a feeling of ye Olde World – close your eyes and you will almost feel you were in the Cape. Beautifully appointed rooms overlook the lush pool area, a great place to unwind at the end of the day. The Hotel is an ideal choice for leisure travelers and business men alike, almost halfway between Johannesburg and Pretoria. With a Gautrain station 5 minutes away, you couldn't be better positioned to take advantage of all Gauteng has to offer and not forgetting the Mall Africa which is 9 mins away. The hotel boasts state of the art conference facilities encompassing a 300 banqueting venue and three other smaller conference rooms.

Situated in the Cradle of Humankind (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), The Cradle Rest is between the tranquil Zwartkop Mountains. The service driven team and friendly farm animals will welcome guests. The Cradle Rest offers comfortable accommodation and personal service, free parking, lots of spaces to relax, BBQ areas, kids play areas, friendly animals as well as a venue and catering kitchen.