• View
  • Garden
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping

Located in Kempton Park, a quiet Johannesburg suburb, this boutique hotel offers free, personal meet and greets and airport transfers, air-conditioned rooms, and al fresco/indoor dining. Private parking is free. Guest rooms at African Rock Hotel are air conditioned and feature a combination of African, Western and Oriental décor. Each is equipped with a work desk and an private bathroom. The outdoor swimming pool is located among the African Rock’s well-established tropical gardens. Guests can relax on the large outdoor patio or enjoy a wellness treatment in their room. Festival Mall is 3.1 mi from the hotel. Johannesburg Zoo is a 35 minutes’ drive away. African Rock Hotel is located 6.8 mi from the Johannesburg International Airport.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

TrevPAR World Group
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended!

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
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1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.8
High score for Kempton Park
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Kerry
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything was great. We were surprised at the quality of food given the smallness of this boutique hotel. Also an excellent and reasonable gift shop
  • Patricia
    United States of America United States of America
    Love everything about this hotel. It’s beautifully appointed, the staff is amazing, the location perfect for getting to and from the airport (with zero airport noise).
  • Madeleine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We needed a hotel close to the airport and ARH offered free transfers to and from. Johannesburg is a little scary at night and we were pleased to have safe transfers and to be within a gated community at the hotel. Beautiful hotel - few rooms and...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • The Blue Hippo
    • Cuisine
      Dutch • French • Italian • Mediterranean • Seafood • Steakhouse • German • South African
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of African Rock Hotel and Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
Front Desk Services
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Spa
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • Afrikaans
  • German
  • English
  • Dutch

House rules

African Rock Hotel and Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 5:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Crib upon request
ZAR 1,000 per child, per night
5 years old
Crib upon request
ZAR 1,000 per child, per night
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 2,100 per child, per night
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 2,100 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash is not accepted African Rock Hotel and Spa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform African Rock Hotel and Spa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about African Rock Hotel and Spa

  • Guests staying at African Rock Hotel and Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • À la carte

  • African Rock Hotel and Spa has 1 restaurant:

    • The Blue Hippo

  • African Rock Hotel and Spa is 2.3 miles from the center of Kempton Park. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at African Rock Hotel and Spa include:

    • Suite
    • Family

  • African Rock Hotel and Spa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Swimming pool
    • Beauty services
    • Facial treatments
    • Waxing services
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Spa facilities
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full-body massage

  • The prices at African Rock Hotel and Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at African Rock Hotel and Spa is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.