If you’re flying into Johannesburg en route to Kruger, the connecting flight and transfer service might be too much of an early start for those who aren’t morning people. There are a number of hotels based at O.R. Tambo airport, but they come with an often hefty and unrealistic price tag. We highly recommend a stay over at either one of the Peermont hotels, situated a 7 minute drive from the airport. The shuttles run every 20 minutes from the hotel to the airport, so you certainly won’t need your own transport.
Here’s why we recommend the Peermont hotels for your airport hotel in Johannesburg:
1. 3 adjacent hotels catering for a variety of budgets
Peermont has a selection of hotels catering for a variety of budgets. The hotels all have connected walkways leading into a central area comprising a world-renown casino, entertainment centre, theatre, movies, bars and restaurants.
The five star Peermont D’Oreale Grande boasts 182 rooms and is all about opulent glitz and glam. There’s a huge swimming pool with a cascading fountain, pool bar, restaurant and rolling lawns. Plenty of plush interiors and gold await five star guests.
The four star Peermont Mondior offers both conference and leisure accommodation. It’s simple and stylish but not quite as ostentatious as its five star sister. If you’re after understated luxury then stay at the Mondior. It’s quite art deco in nature and the rates are affordable for a four star.
The three star Peermont Metcourt Emperors Palace offers guests aesthetically pleasing and comfortable accommodation for a rate which is next to nothing. Simple and modern comfort await you at this hotel. Hues of greys and natural colours ensure it’s not too over the top. The bathrooms, although smaller than their five star sister hotel, are far better designed and way more modern.
The hotels all have access to the entertainment area via walkways and hotel corridors. The pool at the D’Oreale Grande is available for use if you’re staying at the Mondior or the Metcourt.
2. Complimentary shuttles to and from the airport
This is a scheduled service that runs every twenty minutes between 06:00 – 23:00. For after hours transfers, the Peermont group will recommend a private taxi service. If you’re departing in the early hours, be sure to ask the front desk to pack you a lunch for your journey. You’ll need to do this the afternoon before.
3. Plenty of things to do on the property
Restaurants, swimming pools with fountains, gambling, shows and arcade games are just a few of the many activities to enjoy while staying at the Emperor’s Palace village. There is also a wide variety of bars for the night owls. The bonus? It’s safe and you don’t need to hassle with driving and navigating your way around Johannesburg.
4. Affordable rates
The Peermont group of hotels offers luxurious accommodation for less. Why pay a fortune to stay at the airport when you get more for less just 5 minutes down the road?
On second thought, you’d probably need more than just one night!
