What's it like in Chinatown?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Johannesburg's Chinatown neighbourhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Chinatown, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Chinatown.

What is there to do in this Johannesburg neighbourhood?

A few places to visit in the area around Chinatown include Bruma Flea Market, Ster-Kinekor Eastgate and Eastgate Shopping Centre. Observatory Golf Club and Jo Anke Gallery are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Johannesburg.

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A modern hotel with a pool area, featuring a multi-story building with balconies and large windows.

1. The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

Houghton Estate, 2.8 km from Chinatown

Moises

6.126.850 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, a small table with a chair, and a window with curtains.

2. Ecomotel Louis Botha

3.8 km from Chinatown

Lugman

634.722 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A hotel reception with a red facade, glass doors, and steps leading up to it.

3. St Andrews Boutique Hotel

3.3 km from Chinatown

Faugiya

2.123.589 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A swimming pool with a sunset view, surrounded by lush greenery and a mosque in the background.

4. The Residence Boutique Hotel

Houghton Estate, 4.4 km from Chinatown

Mary

7.786.617 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A garden with a pond, statues, and a building in the background.

5. Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG

5.2 km from Chinatown

Sean

2.560.130 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A dining table with a glass of champagne, a bowl of fruit, and a plate with a salad and a poached egg.

6. African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection

5.9 km from Chinatown

Rachel

6.774.758 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A breakfast table with a variety of foods and drinks, set in a room with large windows offering a scenic view.

7. Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg

6.7 km from Chinatown

Nahida

16.314.709 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the interior dining space.

8. The Capital Melrose

6 km from Chinatown

Prakash

2.805.472 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rooftop pool with a cityscape view at dusk.

9. The Parktonian All Suite Hotel

6.2 km from Chinatown

Bonface

1.880.659 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A luxurious hotel lobby with a grand staircase, elegant chandeliers, and a well-lit dining area.

10. Protea Hotel Fire & Ice by Marriott JHB Melrose Arch

6.1 km from Chinatown

Sylvia

4.329.181 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

11. Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch

6.1 km from Chinatown

Genethia

7.669.073 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern outdoor living area with a patio, yellow chairs, a round table, and a built-in water feature.

12. The Peech Hotel

6.2 km from Chinatown

Adriano

8.364.565 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

The exterior of a restaurant named "PROUD MARY" with outdoor seating and a brick facade.

13. Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank

Rosebank, 6.8 km from Chinatown

J T

5.077.777 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern restaurant with wooden furniture, green plants, and a herringbone floor pattern.

14. Southern Sun Rosebank

Rosebank, 6.9 km from Chinatown

Andrew

2.779.076 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with clear blue water, a wooden deck, and a glass railing.

15. Home Suite Hotels Rosebank

6.1 km from Chinatown

Kelly

2.760.807 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a view of the cityscape, featuring a row of hanging light bulbs and a potted plant.

16. Radisson RED Hotel, Johannesburg Rosebank

7 km from Chinatown

Donald

3.130.069 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A balcony with a wicker chair and table, a glass railing, and a view of a cityscape and greenery.

17. Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

Sandown, 9.1 km from Chinatown

Mark

5.656.080 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a flat-screen TV, and a city view through floor-to-ceiling windows.

18. The Capital Empire

Sandton, 8.8 km from Chinatown

Malekkal

2.666.930 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar with bottles and glasses, and a brick wall.

19. Hyatt House Johannesburg Rosebank

Melrose, 6.7 km from Chinatown

sumaya and

1.962.781 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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Where to stay in Chinatown

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A large public square with a prominent statue in the center, surrounded by historic buildings and a modern skyscraper.

Sandton

Travellers to Sandton praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City Mall.

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A cityscape with a prominent cylindrical skyscraper, a stadium, and surrounding residential and commercial buildings.

Rosebank

Rosebank is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Rosebank Mall and The Zone @ Rosebank Shopping Center while you're in town.

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