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

A corridor leading to a dining area with a view of trees, a wooden ceiling, and wall-mounted lights.

A modern outdoor lounge area with a pool, glass walls, and a view of trees and sky.

A large, multi-story building with a covered patio area, stone walls, and multiple garage doors.

1. Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg

2.2 km from University of Witwatersrand

Nahida

14.459.374 ₫

16.794.562 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A person seated at a table with a bowl of cereal, milk, and fruit.

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, surrounded by a decorative fence and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, two wicker chairs, a wooden table, a wardrobe, and a mirror.

A garden pathway leading to a wooden bench with a table, surrounded by various plants and trees.

2. 84 on Fourth

Melville, 2.6 km from University of Witwatersrand

John

1.201.770 ₫

1.382.036 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A patio area with a table and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a tree.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a lamp, a mirror, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A living room with a dining area, featuring a sofa, chairs, a table, and lamps.

A garden with a gravel path, various plants, and a wooden chair.

3. 7th Street Guesthouse

Melville, 2.7 km from University of Witwatersrand

SAMUEL

1.454.774 ₫

1.454.774 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A rooftop pool with a cityscape view at dusk.

A courtyard with a water feature, trees, and a building with large windows and a red and white facade.

The exterior of the Protea Hotel Parktonian All Suite, featuring a curved entrance, a glass elevator, outdoor seating, and a fountain.

A rooftop terrace with a sofa, a small table, and a potted plant.

4. The Parktonian All Suite Hotel

1 km from University of Witwatersrand

Kristi

1.686.695 ₫

1.939.699 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A modern building with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

A spacious lobby with modern furnishings, large windows, and decorative hanging lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and decorative elements.

A modern dining area with booths and tables, large windows, and artwork on the walls.

5. Garden Court Milpark

Johannesburg CBD, 1.3 km from University of Witwatersrand

Charlotte

1.918.615 ₫

2.206.407 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A rooftop bar with a glass railing, tables, and chairs, overlooking a cityscape at sunset.

A modern kitchen area with stainless steel appliances, a buffet setup, and hanging pendant lights.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated buildings and a prominent 'ee' sign on a high-rise.

A modern lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, a bookshelf, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

6. Reef Hotel

2.3 km from University of Witwatersrand

Daniel

1.294.715 ₫

1.488.922 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A pathway leading to a door, a planter with plants, and a window with blinds.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with six windows, a white cabinet with drawers, and a coffee maker on the counter.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of a swimming pool.

7. Emmarentia Guest house

Randburg, 2.9 km from University of Witwatersrand

Anna

2.914.609 ₫

3.351.800 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a rug, a mirror, and a door leading outside.

A rectangular swimming pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a brick wall and a wooden fence.

A breakfast table with eggs, bacon, toast, and a coffee pot.

8. Sunbury bed and breakfast

Auckland Park, 2.2 km from University of Witwatersrand

Racheal Chidinma

1.214.420 ₫

1.396.583 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a door labeled '61', and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A staircase with a handrail, carpeted steps, and a black edge trim.

An elevator control panel with buttons and a display.

A small room with a dark sofa, a table with a kettle, a coffee maker, and a red chair. There is a door in the background and a framed notice on the wall.

9. Businessburg Hotel

Downtown Johannesburg, 2.1 km from University of Witwatersrand

Sipho

567.362 ₫

567.362 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A reception area with a reception desk, a clock, and a sign labeled "RECEPTION".

A modern cafe with wooden furniture, a coffee station, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and towel rack.

A small, white toilet with a flush handle and a toilet paper holder on the wall.

10. SUN1 Berea

2.2 km from University of Witwatersrand

"The experience at SUN 1 Berea for 3 days, was highly uncomfortable, discouraging and shocking. I had booked the three days stay for my brother and his family. The room on the first floor, had no good ventilation as the air conditioner was not functioning, TV remote also had problems and not even a small table fridge was present in the room etc.[ No intercom in the room, so for every problems or complaints, you needed to leave your room and report to the reception to formally lodge such...

Anonymous traveller

794.307 ₫

794.307 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sept - 13 Sept

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern interior with a glass door entrance, a wooden planter with greenery, and a signboard.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area with a bottle and glasses.

11. 4 on Pritchard

Downtown Johannesburg, 1.7 km from University of Witwatersrand

1.512.966 ₫

2.119.769 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a window providing natural light.

A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and chairs. A staircase with a metal railing is visible to the right.

A small, compact room with a wooden table and chairs, a single bed, a small desk, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, sink, and mirror.

12. White House Guesthouse 29Kew

1.9 km from University of Witwatersrand

1.265.021 ₫

1.454.774 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a bookshelf.

A garden with a pathway leading to a building with a thatched roof.

A bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

13. Agterplaas Guesthouse B&B

Melville, 2.7 km from University of Witwatersrand

Judith

1.613.183 ₫

1.855.160 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A reception area with a reception desk labeled "RECEPTION," a blue sofa, patterned chairs, and a potted plant.

A row of white ceramic cups with lids, likely in a store or kitchen setting.

A conference room with rows of desks, a podium, and a stage with curtains.

A buffet with various dishes and condiments.

14. VMCC

1.3 km from University of Witwatersrand

796.969 ₫

916.514 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a chair.

A bed with a white comforter and red throw blanket, a dark headboard, and a white wall.

A bathroom with a white sink, tiled walls, and a checkered floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a beige armchair, and a red throw blanket.

15. De Bliss Lodge

1.3 km from University of Witwatersrand

840.536 ₫

840.536 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A neatly made bed with a white and red bedspread, two nightstands with red and white lamps, a painting on the wall, and a leopard print rug on the floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a vase with flowers, and a mirror on the wall.

A double bed with a floral bedspread, two pillows with a floral pattern, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A hotel room with a bed, pillows, a nightstand, and a headboard.

16. dejazzy guest house

3.1 km from University of Witwatersrand

1.021.252 ₫

1.021.252 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A hotel entrance with a stone facade, a signboard for 'Mapungubwe Hotel Apartments,' and two trash bins.

A reception area with a stone counter, a small plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bar area with shelves of bottles, a computer, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a brick accent wall.

17. Intsika Boutique 502

2 km from University of Witwatersrand

726.687 ₫

1.072.950 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern living room with a wooden wall, grey sofas, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a large mirror, and a chandelier.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern building entrance with a glass door, a brick facade, and a small garden area with plants.

18. The Franklin Loft Apartments

Downtown Johannesburg, 1.7 km from University of Witwatersrand

Humphrey

2.628.422 ₫

3.487.402 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

A narrow gravel path flanked by dense green hedges, leading to a building with a red facade.

A cozy room with a stone floor, a red chair, a wooden partition, a TV, and a fireplace with a framed picture.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with white tables and chairs, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a well-organized countertop with various kitchen items.

19. motel Mi Pi CHi

Melville, 3.1 km from University of Witwatersrand

Brent M

1.301.116 ₫

1.496.283 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A covered outdoor area with a seating arrangement and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a painting on the wall, and a sofa in the foreground.

A building with a red roof and white walls, a small garden, and a clear sky.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, television, and artwork on the walls.

20. Melville Turret Guesthouse

Melville, 2.2 km from University of Witwatersrand

Massimo

1.159.603 ₫

1.333.543 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to University of Witwatersrand

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg	9.6 Exceptional 391 reviews	View
84 on Fourth	9.0 Wonderful 77 reviews	View
7th Street Guesthouse	9.2 Wonderful 48 reviews	View
The Parktonian All Suite Hotel	8.2 Very good 424 reviews	View
Garden Court Milpark	8.2 Very good 90 reviews	View

Top University of Witwatersrand Hotel Reviews

Maison Jacaranda

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the calmness abd quiet of the garden area. Staff very good and helpful."

Bannister Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place! And well priced, & located near lots of stuff. Much old world charm, tho wonderfully renovated for absolute comfort. Great room (space, bed, bathroom). Cool art thruout the place. And great bar/restaurant, with nice breakfast included & good chef. **And be sure to check out, just up the street, the great jazz spot Jozi Gold! (Free Wed nite jam session & good wkend concerts). Thx, Bannister. l'll be back!"

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"My stay was so wonderful! The staff were so kind and helpful with all my needs, breakfast was delicious. The chef prepared perfect omelettes and they helped me with transportation to the mall. Everything I wanted I received, they treated me like a queen. I truly loved my stay and I will definitely return back. This Holiday Inn was a wonderful experience. Thank you so much for all of your kindness from all the staff, you are excellent."

Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg

10/10 Excellent

"My favourite Johannesburg hotel. Friendly, helpful staff are always the standout"

The Parktonian All Suite Hotel

8/10 Good

"security delays opening gate after midnight"

Hayat Hotel 94Juta

10/10 Excellent

"All good and perfect "

Businessburg Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely"

Alcazaba Lodges

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel, although the area is not safe to walk. Use either Uber or tour pick up. "

Other attractions near University of Witwatersrand

Nelson Mandela Bridge

6.0/10 (1 review)

Find out about the history of Johannesburg with a stop at Nelson Mandela Bridge. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

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Origins Centre Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Origins Centre Museum during your travels in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

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Wits Rugby Stadium

Catch an event at Wits Rugby Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg.

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Alexander Theatre

After visiting Alexander Theatre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

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CO-OP Studio

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at CO-OP Studio during your travels in Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

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Neighbourgoods Market

10.0/10 (1 review)

During your visit to Johannesburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Neighbourgoods Market. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Joburg Theatre

You can enjoy a show at Joburg Theatre during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

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Newtown Junction Mall

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

During your trip to Johannesburg, you can do some window-shopping at Newtown Junction Mall. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of Witwatersrand?

University of Witwatersrand is located in an area of Johannesburg known for its major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 21 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to University of Witwatersrand?

Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of Witwatersrand.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of Witwatersrand, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near University of Witwatersrand.

What can I see and do near University of Witwatersrand?

You'll want to browse the collections at Museum Africa, Constitution Hill and Apartheid Museum. Explore landmarks like Victory Theater, Satyagraha House and Ferreira's Mine. You can watch performances at Joburg Theatre, Market Theatre and Bassline if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to University of Witwatersrand?

With so many transport options, seeing all of the area near University of Witwatersrand is simple. Head to Ellis Park Station for metro transport. If you're taking a train into town, Johannesburg Park Station is the closest station to Johannesburg CBD.

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Our top choices for University of Witwatersrand hotels

1. Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg

2. 84 on Fourth

3. 7th Street Guesthouse

4. The Parktonian All Suite Hotel

5. Garden Court Milpark

6. Reef Hotel

7. Emmarentia Guest house

8. Sunbury bed and breakfast

9. Businessburg Hotel

10. SUN1 Berea

11. 4 on Pritchard

12. White House Guesthouse 29Kew

13. Agterplaas Guesthouse B&B

14. VMCC

15. De Bliss Lodge

16. dejazzy guest house

17. Intsika Boutique 502

18. The Franklin Loft Apartments

19. motel Mi Pi CHi

20. Melville Turret Guesthouse

Compare popular hotels close to University of Witwatersrand

Top University of Witwatersrand Hotel Reviews

Maison Jacaranda

Bannister Hotel

Holiday Inn Johannesburg Sunnyside Park by IHG

Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg

The Parktonian All Suite Hotel

Hayat Hotel 94Juta

Businessburg Hotel

Alcazaba Lodges

Other attractions near University of Witwatersrand

Nelson Mandela Bridge

Origins Centre Museum

Wits Rugby Stadium

Alexander Theatre

CO-OP Studio

Neighbourgoods Market

Joburg Theatre

Newtown Junction Mall

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