refined rooms have elegant furnishings and original works from south african artists. there's a kitchenette in 1 room, and some also have private decks. complimentary breakfast is served in the dining room or on the patio, and evening meals and barbecues can be arranged. all rooms have en suite bathrooms with walk-in showers, plus tea and coffeemaking equipment, minifridges and flat-screen tvs. 6 km from the johannesburg country club, 8. 8 km from sandton and 19 km from johannesburg botanic garden. there's an outdoor pool in landscaped gardens, plus free wifi, a guest lounge with a fireplace, and secure parking. this upscale guesthouse is 4. check-in time: 11:30 amcheck-out time: 10:30 am O.R. Tambo International Airport 35 min
Museum Africa (25 min) African cultural & historical artifacts, plus geology & photography collections, in a former market. Johannesburg Botanical Gardens (28 min) This 125-hectare park features various gardens, plus picnicking, a fountain & a restaurant. Zoo Lake (23 min) Public park with an artificial lake for boating, walking paths, community events & an adjacent zoo. WeOriginate (27 min) Skyscraper with an observation deck providing panoramic views from the 50th floor. SAB World of Beer (25 min) Museum dedicated to beer history & culture, with tours, tastings & monthly beer-pairing lunches. Wits Art Museum (23 min) Museum showcasing thousands of pieces of African artwork ranging from historic to contemporary. Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct (22 min) Infamous century-old prison, now a center with the High Court, tours & exhibitions on local history. Neighbourgoods Market (22 min) Bustling outdoor market, open Saturdays, with a wide range of international eats, cocktails & more. Emmarentia Dam (28 min) Dam with botanical gardens & parkland on its western shore offering scenic picnic areas & sports. Bird Gardens (15 min) Walk-through gardens & aviary featuring colorful birds, mammals, reptiles & other exotic animals. Ponte City Apartments (23 min) Iconic 55-story residential tower with a cylindrical, hollow design & a neon ad sign at the top. Montecasino (15 min) Leisure complex designed like an Italian village, housing a casino, 2 theaters, cinemas and a mall. South African National Museum of Military History (20 min) National collection of guns, aircraft & army vehicles, plus medals & exhibits on medicine & history. Zoo Lake (23 min) Johannesburg Zoo (21 min) 55-hectare zoo housing many rare African species & a successful white lion breeding program. |