Melrose
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
Sandton City Mall
During your visit to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Sandton City Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.
Gold Reef City Casino
Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.
Mall of Africa
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can do some window-shopping at Mall of Africa. Amble around this trendy area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
UNISA
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of UNISA, during your travels in Pretoria. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eastgate Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Soweto: Walking Tour with a Local Guide and Lunch
Hartbeespoort Dam: The Luxury Alba Boat Cruise with Food
From Johannesburg: Rhino & Lion Safari and Wonder Cave Tour
From Johannesburg: Lion & Safari Park Half-Day Tour
Melrose Hotel Deals
Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
Nothing to remark
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Great service we will be back
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
The spa is excellent. Well trained staff and great massage and facial. Room was clean. But towels are very small. Unfortunately the power kept going off and their generator only provided lighting, no power sockets or tv which was frustrating. Investing in a better generator backup system would be ...
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026
Holiday Inn Johannesburg Airport by IHG
The staff was great. Location is close to the airport with easy airport shuttle. There is not much around so you’re basically reliant on the hotel. The rooms are small but adequate. The shower water pressure was great. The breakfast buffet was very good and easy. The hotel is showing a bit of age ...
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
Good as always but the company needs to upgrade the rooms and TVS so it's more modern
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Melrose
Rosebank
Rosebank is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center and Rosebank Mall while in the area.
Houghton Estate
While visiting Houghton Estate, you might make a stop by sights like Killarney Golf Club and Houghton Golf Club.
Sandton
A noteworthy feature of Sandton is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.
Sandown
If you're spending some time in Sandown, The MARC and Johannesburg Stock Exchange are top sights worth seeing.
Randburg
Unique features of Randburg include the golf courses and gardens. Make a stop by Emmarentia Dam or Johannesburg Botanical Garden while you're exploring the area.
Downtown Johannesburg
Well-liked for its museums and architecture, Downtown Johannesburg is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Johannesburg Art Gallery and Ellis Park Stadium, and jump on the metro at Ellis Park Station to get around the city.
