InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG

Kempton Park -26.13307400, 28.23086100 , 68.7 Metres From International Arrivals Hall, O.r Tambo Airport (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsThe InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG, receives high praise across several categories, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking convenience, comfort and quality service. Its prime location adjacent to OR Tambo International Airport offers unparalleled convenience for those with early flights, late arrivals or quick layovers. Just a short stroll from the terminal, guests appreciate the seamless and safe access to the hotel, which eliminates the need for shuttles or long transfers.

Breakfast at the hotel is frequently described as excellent with a wide variety of dishes, including gluten-free options, though some guests find it expensive and occasionally slow. The dinner experience is similarly praised with many guests enjoying superb meals in a well-regarded restaurant, despite occasional lapses in service and availability.

The room experience is consistently exceptional with guests describing them as beautifully appointed, spacious and well-equipped. High-quality bedding and modern amenities add to the luxurious feel, ensuring a restful stay. The cleanliness of the hotel meets and even exceeds guest expectations with immaculate rooms and well-maintained facilities.

The staff at the InterContinental Johannesburg are often highlighted as one of the hotel's standout features. Friendly, professional and accommodating, the team ensures a pleasant and efficient stay from check-in to check-out. The exceptional service extends to the spa and gym, both of which receive high praise for their quality and value. The spa offers a relaxing escape with friendly staff, while the well-equipped gym provides fantastic views and maintains social distancing measures. The pool, although well-heated and complemented by clean amenities, receives mixed reviews regarding its design and size.

Beds at the hotel are another frequently commended feature with guests describing them as super comfortable and perfect for a good night's rest. Equipped with divine pillows and soundproofed rooms, the hotel ensures an optimal sleep environment.

Rated as a five-star establishment, the hotel meets international standards with its high-quality facilities and exceptional service, making it a first-class option, especially for business travelers. The comprehensive business amenities and strategic location near the airport cater well to those in transit or on brief business trips.

The luxurious experience at the InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel is consistently highlighted by guests, who commend its opulent interiors and superior service. Despite minor mentions of outdated rooms or specific food quality issues, the overall consensus is that the hotel provides a high-quality experience that lives up to its five-star rating, making it a standout choice for discerning travelers.
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Hotel near Golf Courses
This hotel features a golf course directly on-site, offering immediate access to golf facilities for guests. It also provides easy access to the Jack Nicklaus-designed Serengeti Golf Course.

Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
This hotel is listed on a platform that highlights sustainable destinations and plants a tree for every booking made through their site.

Hotel for Honeymoon
Offering a heated indoor pool, Camelot Spa, and fine dining at Quills, this luxury hotel provides an exceptional stay. Its convenient location near the airport makes it perfect for couples seeking a tranquil oasis.

Hotel with Spa
This luxury hotel, located near the airport, features the Camelot Spa, offering a range of relaxation treatments. It also includes a heated indoor pool, providing guests with comprehensive wellness facilities.

Family Friendly Hotel
This hotel is located very close to the airport, which is convenient for families traveling with children. It offers amenities such as beauty services and a swimming pool.

Hotel with Swimming Pool
This hotel offers a tranquil oasis with a swimming pool, being conveniently located a short walk from the OR Tambo Airport terminal. It provides a respite for travelers seeking relaxation and luxury.

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Business Hotel
This hotel is directly connected to the international arrivals hall at OR Tambo, offering ultimate convenience for business travelers. It features multiple well-appointed boardrooms and conference rooms that can accommodate up to 80 guests, along with a business center providing comprehensive services.

Hotel with Parking
This hotel is located a short walk from the airport terminal and offers secure undercover valet parking for registered guests at a daily charge.

Hotel with Gym
This luxury hotel, a short walk from the airport terminal, features a top-floor fitness center overlooking the runway, a spa, and an indoor heated pool.

Hotel with Indoor Pool
This hotel features an indoor pool and is located close to the international arrivals hall at OR Tambo Airport. It is a 5-star hotel, offering a high level of comfort and convenience for travelers.

Hotel with Heated Pool
The InterContinental at OR Tambo Airport offers the convenience of heated pool facilities along with luxurious accommodations. Its proximity to the airport makes it ideal for travelers in transit or those with early flights. The hotel also boasts excellent dining and business facilities.

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Romantic Hotel

Accessible Hotel

5-Star Hotel

Room Types
Classic King Room These large air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a minibar and satellite TV. The en suite bathroom contains a separate bath and spacious shower with a private toilet.

Junior King Suite This spacious room has a wooden work desk with leather chair and a seating area with 2 lounge chairs and a coffee table.There is a minibar, an LCD satellite TV, IPOD docking station and a coffee machine. The en suite bathroom has a bath and shower.

Presidential Suite This room has an office with a dedicated fax and printer. It has a separate seating area with 3-seater sofa, 2 lounge chairs and a coffee table. There is also a separate dining area with a minibar, and LCD satellite TV. These suites have a dressing room and feature an African décor. The en suite bathroom has a bath and shower.

Classic Twin Room These large air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a minibar and LCD satellite TV. The en suite bathroom contains a bath and walk-in shower.

Classic Room These spacious elegant rooms come with free Wi-Fi, espresso coffee machine and LCD satellite TV with a DVD player.

Classic King Room with Balcony The hot tub is the standout feature of this double room. The spacious double room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, a balcony with city views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Classic Double Room - Accessible This double room's special feature is the hot tub. The spacious double room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a bath. This double room features a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

Guest Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Location
Located adjacent to OR Tambo International Airport, the InterContinental Johannesburg provides unparalleled convenience for travelers. Its proximity to the terminal makes it an ideal choice for those with early flights, late arrivals or quick layovers. Guests consistently highlight the hotel’s prime position, merely a short stroll away—some noting it’s just a few meters from the arrivals hall.

The location is not only perfect for transit but also ensures safety and ease, even at night. Guests appreciate the relief of merely crossing the street to reach their accommodation, particularly after long international flights or delays. This immediate access allows travelers to move seamlessly between the airport and hotel without the hassle of long transfers or shuttle services.

In summary, the InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel's unbeatable location is its standout feature, providing ultimate convenience for those transiting through Johannesburg.

Breakfast
At the InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel, breakfast experiences are varied, yet predominantly positive. Guests frequently describe the breakfast as excellent, delicious and superb with many highlighting the rich and quality offerings. The breakfast buffet is noted for its wide variety of dishes, including gluten-free options and a well-set buffet with fresh foods.

The restaurant environment is often complimented for being clean and the option for an early breakfast is appreciated by those with early flights. However, some guests find the breakfast expensive and the service slow at times. A few note that breakfast involves ordering from a menu in addition to the buffet, which can be tricky for some. Despite occasional lapses in service and quality, the majority of reviews reflect a satisfying and tasty breakfast experience suitable for travelers in transit.

Dinner
The InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel is generally well-regarded for its dining experiences, particularly at its main restaurant. Many guests have praised the food, describing dinners as superb, excellent and fantastic. Visitors have highlighted the quality of the dishes, even labeling the food as inspiring and the restaurant as highly recommended and magnificent.

Despite these accolades, there are a few points to note. Some guests found the restaurant disorganized and mentioned that the dinner selection lacked availability at times, such as the steak on the bone. Additionally, there were mixed reviews about the quality with a few describing the food as mediocre or disappointing. Room service ended earlier than expected for some guests.

Overall, the dining experience at the InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel seems mostly positive with many guests enjoying exceptional meals in a nice restaurant atmosphere. However, it's advisable to reserve a table in advance and be aware of the dining times and room service schedule.

Rooms
The InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG, offers a consistently exceptional room experience for its guests. The reviews highlight the rooms as being beautifully appointed, spacious and well-equipped with all necessary amenities. Many guests found the rooms to be clean, comfortable and nicely stocked, contributing to a restful stay. The beds received high praise for their comfort, ideal for those recovering from long journeys.

The hotel rooms are described as luxurious, featuring large baths and showers, high-quality bedding and modern amenities. Despite some mentions of rooms smelling of smoke or being outdated, the overall feedback on cleanliness and comfort remains positive. An air purifier was provided when only smoking rooms were available, showing the hotel's responsiveness to guest needs.

Furthermore, the staff's friendly and professional demeanor enhances the overall experience, making check-in and check-out processes smooth. Proximity to the airport is a significant advantage with the terminal just a short walk away. Guests appreciate the quietness of the rooms despite the hotel's close location to the runways, ensuring a peaceful rest.

Facilities such as the excellent gym, pool area and restaurant are also positively mentioned, adding to the hotel's five-star reputation. While some rooms are noted to be on the smaller side or slightly inconvenient, the general consensus views the rooms as a comfortable and welcoming environment for travelers.

Beds
The beds at the InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG, have received exceptionally positive feedback from guests. Numerous reviewers remarked on the super comfortable and luxurious nature of the beds, describing them as exceptionally comfortable and highlighting the divine pillows provided by Granny Goose. Guests found the beds to be perfect for resting after a long day of travel, complemented by clean, crisp white bedding. The rooms were also praised for being well-appointed and perfectly soundproofed, enhancing the overall sleep experience.

However, a few guests mentioned that they found the beds either too soft or very hard and some expressed a preference for a softer duvet. Nonetheless, the majority of guests consistently noted the superb comfort and quality of the bedding, emphasizing that the beds significantly contributed to their pleasant stay at the hotel.

Cleanliness
The InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG consistently impresses guests with its exceptional standards of cleanliness. Reviews emphasize the immaculate condition of the rooms, often describing them as spotless, very clean and extremely comfortable. The hotel's attention to detail is evident with neat bathrooms, clean table tops and upholstery receiving special mentions. Guests appreciate the modern, cozy and well-maintained facilities, noting that the cleanliness meets and even exceeds expectations. The presence of fresh flowers adds a pleasant touch to the overall ambiance. Whether it's the overall hotel, common areas or individual rooms, the cleanliness at this hotel is consistently praised, making it an excellent choice for travelers who prioritize hygiene and comfort.

Staff
The InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG, receives high praise for their outstanding staff. Reviews consistently highlight the team’s exceptional friendliness and willingness to help, making guests feel genuinely welcome from the moment they arrive. The staff are described as accommodating, professional and charming with a particular emphasis on their warm and welcoming demeanor. Guests note that the service is attentive and efficient, ensuring a pleasant stay. The reception staff, including individuals like Busi, are specifically mentioned for their professionalism and hospitality.

Additionally, the porter, valet and housekeeping services are of a high standard, further enhancing the guest experience. The hotel’s team goes above and beyond, whether it’s assisting with booking drivers for tours, meeting guests at the airport or ensuring everything is in order during meals. This level of service is extended throughout the hotel's facilities with staff in the restaurant and lobby also receiving commendations. Overall, the friendly, helpful and attentive staff contribute significantly to the hotel's reputation, making it a standout option for travelers.

Spa
The spa at the InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG, receives high praise from guests for its excellent quality and value. The spa facilities are often described as lovely, superior and fabulous, providing a perfect escape for relaxation. Numerous guests highlight the friendly and accommodating spa staff, including commendations for the nice spa manager. Many visitors enjoyed their time at the spa and some specifically mention the benefit of booking extended treatments like a 2.5-hour massage. Overall, the spa is acknowledged as a significant aspect of the hotel experience with many recommending it as a must-visit feature during their stay.

Gym
The gym at the InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG, receives consistently high praise from guests. Described as great, amazing and very good, it offers a well-equipped space that caters to various fitness needs. Despite being noted as small, the facility does not compromise on quality. Positioned on the top floor, it provides fantastic views, adding an extra touch to the exercise experience. The gym also maintains social distancing measures, ensuring a safe environment. Additionally, the gym is complemented by an excellent pool area, further enhancing the overall fitness amenities.

Pool
The pool at InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel receives mixed reviews. Guests appreciate the heated pool, set at a comfortable 31 degrees and describe the indoor pool area as nice and magnificent with clean showers and plenty of towels available. The pool's proximity to the spa and excellent gym facilities are additional bonuses. However, some guests find the pool area to be small and poorly designed. While there is a desire for an outdoor pool, the indoor pool and its amenities generally provide a pleasant experience for visitors.

5 Star
Situated conveniently near the airport, the InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel meets international standards with its five-star facilities and exceptional service. Guests frequently commend it for living up to a top-tier status, being a first-class hotel with friendly and welcoming staff. The hotel's location is particularly praised for its practicality, making it an ideal choice for travelers. However, some mention that the rooms could do with updates and improvements and a few have expressed disappointment in the quality of certain food items. Despite these minor setbacks, the overall consensus is that the hotel offers a consistently high-quality experience befitting its five-star rating.

Business
The InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG, is highly praised by business travelers for its comprehensive business facilities. Its prime location just outside the OR Tambo airport arrivals makes it extremely convenient for those on business trips or international layovers. Guests have noted that it serves well as a comfortable and efficient business hotel, ideal for those needing quick and easy access to the airport. This hotel meets the needs of business travelers with practical amenities and a strategic setting, ensuring a seamless experience for both brief stopovers and extended stays.

Luxury
The InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel offers a truly luxurious experience, evident in its opulent interior and superior service. Guests frequently describe their stay as very luxurious and comfortable with the hotel living up to its five-star rating. The rooms are particularly noted for their luxury, contributing to an overall amazing sense of luxury and attention to detail. Despite some mentions of being high-end but overpriced, the hotel's commitment to providing comfort, convenience and an international five-star standard is consistently highlighted.


Yes, InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Indoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG.

No, InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG.

Yes, InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport Hotel by IHG has a gym.

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