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Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4.0 star property
4-star hotel in O.R. Tambo

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Exterior
Exterior
Interior detail
Lobby
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Airport Grounds, Jones Road, /, Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1627
  • Place, Emperors Palace Casino
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Montecasino
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard King Room

Standard King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(34 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior King Room

Superior King Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(117 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room

Executive Room

  • City view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Standard Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Kempton Park

O.R. Tambo stay.Your stay at this O.R. Tambo hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Emperors Palace Casino and International Terminal Duty Free Mall. Arwyp Medical Centre and Kempton Park Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Emperors Palace Casino - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 27 min drive - 33.9 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 29 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 29 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Montecasino - 32 min drive - 44.3 km

Getting around

  • Rhodesfield Station - 7 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 39 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Steers - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Airport Craft Brewers - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Soaring Eagle Spur Steak Ranch - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cappello - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4-star hotel in O.R. Tambo
Southern Sun O.R Tambo offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and 9 meeting rooms are available. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Southern Sun O.R Tambo. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kempton Park hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 366 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1968
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Southern Sun O.R Tambo offers 366 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. Refrigerators and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times
  • 24-hour airport shuttle
  • Secured self parking on site (ZAR 50 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator (41 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Secured self parking fee: ZAR 50 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Southern Sun O.R Tambo to the airport?

Southern Sun O.R Tambo is 0.9 mi (3-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Sun O.R Tambo?

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Sun O.R Tambo on May 29, 2026 start from CA $160, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Southern Sun O.R Tambo have an airport shuttle?

Southern Sun O.R Tambo offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, at scheduled times.

Does Southern Sun O.R Tambo offer free breakfast?

Southern Sun O.R Tambo does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Southern Sun O.R Tambo?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Emperors Palace Casino (6-min drive) and Carnival City & Entertainment World (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Southern Sun O.R Tambo?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Southern Sun O.R Tambo?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for ZAR 50 per day.

Does Southern Sun O.R Tambo have a pool?

Southern Sun O.R Tambo features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Southern Sun O.R Tambo have a restaurant?

Southern Sun O.R Tambo is home to Bernoulli's Restaurant, which features international cuisine.

Does Southern Sun O.R Tambo have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Southern Sun O.R Tambo to downtown Kempton Park?

Southern Sun O.R Tambo is 2.8 mi away from Kempton Park.

Southern Sun O.R Tambo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 879 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 463 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 166 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 61 out of 1622 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1622 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tumelo, Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless rooms, courteous staff, great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, North Saanich

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Elisabeth

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a conflict with your management about my girlfriend Elisabeth Rummelhoff who arrived two weeks later.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rutendo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The shuttle was great and we enjoyed breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Byron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was spacious and clean. Great shower. But take earplugs - lots of noise from plumbing system and dated decoy that look like it last had an upgrade in 1985.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to find shuttle took us right away to the hotel checked easy, good dinner and breakfast. Easy shuttle to airport and help getting checked in for next flight out next day. Very professional staff, convent and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aidree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Makhosazane

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sessie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Met our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Rune

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location and service - worn down
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Aideen, CHILLIWACK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Nice place, Nice service. We havé appreciated
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Alicia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was great except that I ordered room service and it never came.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alaa

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Christian

Business traveller
booked this hotel as i had to be early in the airport for an early flight. but was allocated a room in the midle of a travel party that was drinking and making alot of noise. did told them at midnight to keep it down but had to call reception at 1AM to get things sorted. took them till 2AM to get things sorted and be offered a room on a "quiet floor". i get it it is not the hotel fault some idiots were making alot of noise. but i did contacted the airport asking about the opening time for the breakfast and they should have realised i needed quiet. paying £99 for 3 hours of angry sleep is not what i wanted when making the booking. perhaps in the future hotel management would consider some people are there to have a reasonable sleep
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kudakwashe

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Absolutely Horrible stay, its dated and the sheets where filthy. My room smelled like dust and smoke and it triggered a sinus inflection. The front desk staffer was rude when i told him my room key was not working went to lecture me about not putting my hotel key next to my phone when the phone was in the room. Horrible experience visited this hotel 10 years and it was perfect will never ever come to this place, and the unfriendly smells from many of the guest relations people. Do Better.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Piet, Berlin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matt, Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Trevor

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

THEMBANI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qobizita

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ameer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean, staff was fantastic, breakfast was fantastic.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025