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Southern Sun O.R Tambo

4.0 star property
Hotel in Kempton Park with a full-service spa and free breakfast

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
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Lobby
Sports facility
Interior detail
Southern Sun O.R. Tambo Airport offers a serene contrast to the nearby Emperors Palace Casino. Guests relax by the outdoor pool in garden surroundings, savor international dishes at Bernoulli's Restaurant, and enjoy spa treatments while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Gym

Room options

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In-room dining

Standard King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room 1King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, /, Kempton Park, GP, 1627

What's nearby

  • International Terminal Duty Free Mall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Emperors Palace Casino - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Festival Mall - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • East Rand Mall - 4 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • OR Tambo Conference Centre - 5 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Rhodesfield Station - 8 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 36 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yolo - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Airport Craft Brewers - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cappello - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Southern Sun O.R Tambo

Upscale hotel located in O.R. Tambo
At Southern Sun O.R Tambo, you can look forward to free full breakfast, a free roundtrip airport shuttle, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Bernoulli's Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to shopping on site and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), concierge services, and a water dispenser
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and a TV in the lobby
  • An elevator, 9 meeting rooms, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the dining options, breakfast, and helpful staff
Room features
All 366 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and electric kettles

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
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

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

Does Southern Sun O.R Tambo have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Southern Sun O.R Tambo pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Southern Sun O.R Tambo?

Self parking is available for ZAR 50 per day.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Southern Sun O.R Tambo provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times.

Where is Southern Sun O.R Tambo located?

Located in O.R. Tambo, this spa hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Emperors Palace Casino, International Terminal Duty Free Mall, and Arwyp Medical Centre. Kempton Park Golf Club and Festival Mall are also within 3 mi (5 km). Rhodesfield Station is 26 minutes by foot.

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