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Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4.0 star property

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Sports facility
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Airport Grounds, Jones Road, /, Kempton Park, GP, 1627
  • International Terminal Duty Free Mall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Emperors Palace Casino
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • East Rand Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪7 min walk‬

Room options

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In-room dining

Standard King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 249 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room 1King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive Room

  • 398 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Twin Room

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

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

Superior King Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(99 reviews)
  • 298 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4-star hotel in O.R. Tambo
This hotel features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and a free airport shuttle are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a sauna are onsite.
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.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages and manicures and pedicures.
In addition to a full-service spa, Southern Sun O.R Tambo features an outdoor pool and a sauna. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. A computer station is located on site and wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This 4-star property offers access to a business center and 9 meeting rooms. This business-friendly hotel also offers a children's pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and spa services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is complimentary to guests (available 24 hours). Parking is available onsite for a surcharge.

Southern Sun O.R Tambo has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM.
Bernoulli's Restaurant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

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

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bernoulli's Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 9 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1968
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Secured self parking fee: ZAR 50 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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 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

Southern Sun O.R Tambo Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 882 out of 1663 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 494 out of 1663 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 168 out of 1663 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 62 out of 1663 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 57 out of 1663 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adele

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved relaxing in a clean room before flying
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICOLAS

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good Breakfast and Dinner buffet. Unfortunately rooms are a bit dated and thin walls made the room quite noisy
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

DEBORAH K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Zak, Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good, but the property is a bit dated, and rooms needing refurbishment
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Darryl

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is situated very close to the airport and the free shuttle bus is very handy. The hotel is very nice but the rooms are a little tired. The restaurant has a very good breakfast buffet and the general menu has a good choice. All the staff were extremely friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHAHRAM

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wine and cheese treat in the evening was great.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

samantha

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Arrived late after a very long journey and the room had a very strong smoke smell but I was too tired to see if I could change rooms. For a well known property it wasn’t that great as I have heard it should be.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly staff and convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Naples

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great airport hotel.

Great location next to the airport in Johannesburg. Excellent breakfast buffet. Service for lunch in bar was slow. Shuttle was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable and convenient

A comfortable overnight stay between flights. We really enjoyed the complimentary wine and cheese and the relaxed vibe at the hotel. When I had an unexpected ingredient in a dish I ordered (allergy), the chef very kindly remade it for me without it. It was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

ALLEN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff efficient,friendly and very helpful. Food very good. Hotel looks ultra modern from the outside but not inside. Bit of a cheat due to the false frontage when seen from the hotel window looking out. At least modernise the windows with double glazing as traffic noise very apparent due to old style fitted windows from yester year.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Van

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a lovely stay at the Southern Sun while we were spending the night in preparation for a flight out the next day. We wish that we could’ve stayed there longer!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bafumiki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALLEN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
From the outside its an ultra modern hotel, but that is the mirage created for the owners glossy website and adverts. It has a skin of mirror windows and new cladding on a dilapidated vey old hotel. This is only visible from the inside looking out. But food is great, staff very friendly and beds comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Giovanni, Odenton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient - look for the InterCon hotel and then go to the back to find the shuttle. The staff are very kind and respectful. Buffet breakfast was decent. Room was a bit dated but everything worked fine. Can't go anywhere on foot, even back to the airport. Good place for an overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeanette

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel needs updates
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik, Watertown

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone we encountered, from the moment we arrived to the moment we departed, was polite, friendly, and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025