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.
Near a metro station, Southern Sun O.R Tambo is in O.R. Tambo, a neighborhood in Kempton Park with good airport proximity. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Sandton City Mall. Wild Waters - Boksburg and Everard Read Gallery are also worth visiting. Visit our Kempton Park travel guide
Airport Grounds, Jones Road, /, Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1627
What's nearby
Sandton City Mall
19 min drive - 27.0 km
International Terminal Duty Free Mall
13 min walk - 1.2 km
Emperors Palace Casino
20 min walk - 1.7 km
Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
17 min drive - 23.3 km
Montecasino
23 min drive - 41.0 km
Getting around
Rhodesfield Station
7 min drive
Johannesburg Park Station
39 min drive
O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)
3 min drive
Restaurants
Airport Craft Brewers
12 min drive
Soaring Eagle Spur Steak Ranch
14 min walk
Mugg & Bean
12 min drive
Diner
13 min drive
Yolo
16 min walk
About this property
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Upscale hotel near Emperors Palace Casino
At Southern Sun O.R Tambo, you can look forward to a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Bernoulli's Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar, 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), tour/ticket assistance, and 9 meeting rooms
A TV in the lobby, luggage storage, and concierge services
A 24-hour front desk, outdoor furniture, and a banquet hall
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
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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
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Bernoulli's Restaurant
Things to do
24-hour gym
Children's pool
Outdoor pool
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
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
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
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
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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.
How much does it cost to stay at Southern Sun O.R Tambo?
As of 2026/3/23, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Sun O.R Tambo on 2026/4/1 start from NT$3,165, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Southern Sun O.R Tambo pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
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 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.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Southern Sun O.R Tambo Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Airport shuttle is reliable and frequent. Staff is always helpful and friendly. Our room had an issue with the floor around the air conditioner, but other than that, we had a pleasant stay. The breakfast is always fantastic.
The Southern Sun O. R. Tambo Hotel was a home away from home for us. We stayed there one day at the beginning of our trip to South Africa and for three days at the end. The hotel staff did everything they could to make us feel welcome. The hotel is very clean and well-appointed. The breakfast is amazing! And the restaurant was excellent for lunch and dinner as well. The best thing about the hotel was the staff -- they helped us with every request with a smile, whether it was large or small. I would definitely stay there again.
Easy to find shuttle took us right away to the hotel checked easy, good dinner and breakfast. Easy shuttle to airport and help getting checked in for next flight out next day. Very professional staff, convent and very comfortable.
We had a womderful time from the moment of our arrival. The staff was kind and helpful with chech- in a gave us a drink after a long flight from Copehagen.
Room was clean. Airport shuttle was great except for aggressive, for tips, porters at airport on our arrival. Breakfast was good. Lounge was nice. Service good. Hotel raised the price on our second day, but would not offer 6 hour extended stay.
Maintenance man needs to sand bathroom door to close properly
Peggy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified
4/10 Poor
Simon
2025/12/21
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Food and shuttle were great as was check-in. Room needed a deep-clean and was in need of modernisation 20 years ago.
Very service minded staff
The breakfast was so good and the pool area was very nice.
To make it all fit with check in at our next hotel the gave us an extra hour until check out and booked a driver to take us to our next hotel.
It is not the last time, that we will book at this hotel
All aspects suited us well for an overnight stop close to the airport. We enjoyed the extensive buffet dinner after a long day and found all staff so helpful and attentive.
The restaurant is absolutely outstanding for the excellent breakfast and dinner buffet selections with a huge variety of options. Very close to the airport with an easy and frequent shuttle, but the maze of roads around the airport makes walking too complicated.
Simply the best. First and foremost, the staff is friendly, accomodating, professional and pleasant. Accomodation is well equipped, conveniently located and clean. The place to go.
Liked proximity to airport for overnight stay. Room was spacious and very nice. Also like the extensive buffet dinner available. All staff were friendly and most obliging.
The hotel and particularly the rooms are in dire need of renovation. Comfort level is quite basic. Otherwise staff are friendly enough and this is a reasonable transit place for one night.
Close to airport but needed a shuttle bus to get here from the airport.Service was great and felt very safe,although didn't leave the premises. Gym and pool area was great