Reef Hotel  

In the heart of Johannesburg’s Marshalltown, a short walk from the city centre. Steps from the Standard Bank Gallery and minutes from Johannesburg City Hall. The Apartheid Museum is about 5 minutes away by car, with Gold Reef City and Melrose Arch roughly a 10-minute drive.

This 4-star hotel has 120 individually styled, air-conditioned rooms featuring floor-to-ceiling black-and-white photos. Rooms include plasma TVs, fridges or minibars, sitting areas and private bathrooms with rainfall showerheads; deluxe rooms add separate tubs. The vibe is modern and art-forward, with a rooftop terrace that frames panoramic city views.

Rooftop bar with panoramic views serves South African wines and champagne. Fitness center, concierge and complimentary wireless internet keep you covered. On-site parking and a roundtrip airport shuttle are available for a surcharge; there’s also a complimentary shuttle within a 5 km radius subject to availability. Practical touches include laundry/dry cleaning, car rental, safe-deposit boxes and an elevator.

Dedicated business center and meeting rooms with 1,722 sq ft (160 m²) of event space. Express check-in/check-out and concierge services. Complimentary wireless internet and lobby newspapers support work and catch-up time.

Two on-site restaurants and a coffee shop/café serve South African and international dishes made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. Buffet breakfast is available daily (7 AM–11 AM) for a fee, plus 24-hour room service and snacks from the café. Unwind with a drink at one of the hotel’s two bars and take in the city skyline from the rooftop.