Southern Sun or Tambo International Airport Reviews

Was only there for one night stay, the person at the front dest was nice and friendly. My room key didn’t work so they transferred me to another room. The breakfast was pretty good too. And there’s a shuttle to and from the airport every 15minutes. One night stay was more than enough for me

Great Location and Convenient Shuttle Service I recently stayed at the Southern Sun O.R. Tambo International Airport Hotel and found it to be very convenient. The location is ideal, being so close to the airport, which made catching my flight stress-free. They offer a complimentary shuttle bus service every 15 minutes from the airport’s Bus Terminal to the hotel, which was incredibly convenient. The room itself was acceptable, the bed was particularly comfortable, making for a restful night’s sleep. Overall, a good option for travelers looking for comfort and ease near the airport.

Minutes away from OR Tambo Airport. Convenient free shuttle service to get to hotel/airport runs every 15 minutes. Friendly staff. Decent room. No complaints.

Best service ever received, the food was great and clean facilities, the bar was my favorite

Well, it was adequate, the location is convenient to some extend. Unfortunately, the facilities are aged, and there are some things that "time", simply erased, splendor, elegance, and stylish, perhaps fifteen to twenty years ago. However, this is 2025, and the competition is fierce, at the risk of exaggerating, I simply can not believe that this hotel is worth the price. The cost to value ratio, is simply not acceptable. I'm sure that this was the "place to be", many years ago, but unfortunately, it's not the case now. Perhaps, if the facilities could be renovated, it could return to it's initial state, whitout, it's simply just way past it's sellby date. On a more positive note, the service receiving from all the staff, was excellent, and on standard. Breakfast, was on international standard, and excellent, to say the least. And as mentioned, the location is prime, and the complementary shuttle, is an excellent "value added" service. This hotel, remains a landmark in S.A. it's my sincere hope, that they would renovate the facilities and conduct routine maintenance.

We stayed here the night before our flight. Location is perfect for traveling to the airport. The hotel offered a shuttle bus to the airport as well. Breakfast was superb. The only downside was that there were no electric outlets next to the beds.

Good place, got baby cot for our daughter. Staff is very helpful and the food is very delicious and seasoning on point!!

Near the airport, perfect for overnight stays or early morning departures. Breakfast was great.

The room was dark with only lamp lighting. The staff wasn’t accommodating with anything. No water bottles in room or anything to use. I asked the staff to bring something for to my room. They said no, anything I need l would have to collect myself. Services were the worst.

near to airport with free shuttle bus pick up. very clean and tidy room. room service is excellent. very good experience for travelling。

The room was generally clean, although there were one or two leftovers. Breakfast buffet was good but they charged for water which annoyed me. The airport shuttle took way too long they should have more trips. The hotel didn't make check in very accessible/welcoming and help much with plans to travel around Joburg. But otherwise was good.

Good location Clean, comfortable rooms Restaurant staff was awesome Would be nice to have some Halal food in breakfast.

Great room! Fantastic breakfast (one of the best ever!). It's very easy to get the shuttle bus to and from the airport, but you have to find it first. Note: two other hotels are walkable from the airport, which might be more convenient. Nevertheless, all in all it was a great hotel. The room was great, although air conditioning was not perfect.

Second stay in the same trip. Wonderful, much like the first time. Great food. Lovely staff. Accommodated a late check out. This will be our go to for overnights in South Africa forever.