Johannesburg

Created in the image of a Mediterranean village, with cobbled pathways, fountains and lush greenery cascading down the hillside, The Westcliff offers high luxury and impeccable service. — DK Eyewitness

The Saxon gently lulls guests into safari mode, cosseting them in its decadent comforts and enveloping them with its sophisticated African-chic decor and earthy tones. — Afar Magazine

Most of the visitors to 54 on Bath are international business travelers and foreign tourists drawn to the modern yet intimate elegance. — Fodor's

Distinguished boutique hotel occupying a former private villa amid tranquil, parklike grounds in the northern suburb of Sandton. — Hideaway Report

A brisk jaywalk from Sandton’s Gautrain station exit, this mammoth hotel is a great place to stay if you have a plane to catch in the morning. — Lonely Planet

This grade dame is one of Johannesburg’s most elegant hotels; it provides romantic, Renaissance-style luxury in the beating heart of the business district. — The Telegraph

The Residence Boutique Hotel is a luxury boutique property within the upmarket neighborhood of Houghton. — Oyster

This hotel-cum-restaurant is small and luxurious, and the decor is minimalist, with carefully chosen African art. — Fodor's

The Reef Hotel is a mid-range, 16-story hotel in the center of downtown Johannesburg's Financial District -- two blocks from a Red Bus City Sightseeing tour stop. — Oyster

All the trappings one would expect from a Hyatt—sleek design, attentive service, and plenty of amenities—are in a prime location in Rosebank. — Afar Magazine

A notorious hostel on Observatory Ridge... Come here for a fast-track introduction to Jo’burg’s hedonistic nightlife rather than comfort or chilled-out vibes. — Rough Guide

A grand and charmingly surreal two-storey Italian-style villa, laid out and decorated in exuberant style, with twelve rooms, efficient service and plenty of light provided by balconies and skylights. — Rough Guide

This lovely, small guesthouse near the Johannesburg Golf Course is a good option – it has a beautiful pool, while the seven tasteful, immaculate rooms feature swish bathrooms and luxurious linens. — Lonely Planet

This small, upmarket guesthouse in central Rosebank is an old Cape Dutch house with a gracious garden that offers good value. — Fodor's

A well-known, busy lodge in a large suburban house halfway between Rosebank and Sandton, with a pool, gardens and travel centre. — Rough Guide

This new hostel in the leafy streets of Emmerentia has a range of well-appointed rooms and a relaxed country feel... Greenside’s eateries and bars are a 10-minute stroll away. — Lonely Planet

This very quiet and secluded country-style home is perfect for those who crave space – the rooms open onto expansive gardens and a large swimming pool. It’s well located between Rosebank and Sandton. — Lonely Planet