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About the Hotel
City Lodge Hotel O.R. Tambo Airport is a safe, convenient, and stress-free overnight option located directly at Johannesburg’s main international airport. Just 300 metres from International Arrivals, the hotel is accessed via a fully enclosed, clearly signposted walkway, meaning no shuttles, taxis, or exposure to the outdoors. It’s an ideal choice for late arrivals, early departures, or overnight connections between international and regional flights.
Why We Love It
Walk-to-terminal location inside the airport
Reliable comfort and quiet rooms despite airport proximity
24-hour reception with efficient, professional service
Restaurant, bar, pool, and gym all on site
Accommodation
303 modern, non-smoking rooms across three floors
All rooms are air-conditioned with comfortable beds, a work desk, flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, free Wi-Fi, and a laptop-compatible in-room safe
Bathrooms feature walk-in showers, with hair dryers available on request, and daily housekeeping ensures a clean and comfortable stay
Amenities
Guests have access to an on-site restaurant and bar serving meals and drinks throughout the day, including breakfast for early departures
A small gym and outdoor swimming pool provide the opportunity to stretch, unwind, or reset after a long journey
Additional amenities include reliable Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, a coffee shop, same-day laundry services, and 24-hour reception
What sets City Lodge OR Tambo apart is its unbeatable convenience. After a long flight, being able to walk directly from arrivals to your hotel room makes a significant difference, especially for families, travellers arriving late at night, or those with early-morning departures.
The hotel offers consistently good service, dependable comfort, and excellent security, making it a reliable overnight stop before or after a safari. Rooms are well soundproofed, air-conditioned, and designed to ensure a restful night’s sleep, even in the heart of a busy airport.
Suggested journeys from Johannesburg
City Lodge O.R. Tambo Airport is often used as a convenient overnight stop before or after a South African safari. The following journeys are popular options that connect easily via Johannesburg.
4-day South Africa Safari Package
Experience a relaxing malaria-free safari in the Madikwe Game Reserve, staying at the luxurious Impodimo Game Lodge. Enjoy glass-fronted suites with private decks, Big Five game drives, bushwalks, and family-friendly experiences.
From $2,640 pp sharing
4 Nights – Garden Route Uncovered
Discover South Africa’s scenic coastlines along the Garden Route. Explore Knysna’s sparkling lagoon, the Tsitsikamma Forest, the Outeniqua Mountains, the Cango Caves and charming coastal towns, ending your trip in beautiful Cape Town.
From $1,175 pp sharing
9-Day Fly-In Namibia Safari
Soar between Namibia’s desert, coastal and savannah landscapes on a fly-in journey. Explore Damaraland, NamibRand, Ongava and Okonjima while enjoying exclusive lodges, striking scenery and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
