Parktown Accommodation

Parktown Travel & Accommodation Guide

Your complete guide to visiting Parktown, South Africa.

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About Parktown

Parktown stands as one of Johannesburg's most historically significant suburbs, known for its grand early 20th-century mansions and tree-lined streets. This established residential area offers visitors a glimpse into the city's golden age while providing convenient access to modern Johannesburg's business and cultural districts.
Parktown occupies a prominent ridge north of Johannesburg's city centre, roughly 3 kilometres from the CBD. Developed in the early 1900s as the preferred residential area for mining magnates and wealthy industrialists, the suburb retains much of its architectural heritage. Many of the original stone and brick mansions still stand along streets like Oxford Road and Jubilee Road, some now serving as museums, educational institutions, or corporate headquarters.

The Parktown Heritage Trail provides a self-guided walking route past some of the area's most significant buildings. Northwards House, built in 1904, operates as a museum showcasing the lifestyle of Johannesburg's early elite. The suburb also houses several important educational institutions, including St John's College and the main campus of the University of the Witwatersrand, which borders the area to the east. These institutions contribute to the suburb's active daytime atmosphere.

Visitors seeking Parktown accommodation will find themselves well-positioned for exploring greater Johannesburg. The suburb sits between the Johannesburg Zoo to the north and Constitution Hill to the south, both within a 10-minute drive. Rosebank and its shopping centres lie approximately 4 kilometres northeast, while Melville's restaurant scene is accessible within 15 minutes by car.

The area's elevation provides cooler temperatures compared to lower-lying parts of the city. Mature plane trees and oaks create shaded streets, particularly pleasant during Johannesburg's warm summer months. Several parks and green spaces dot the suburb, offering quiet spots away from the urban density.

Parktown functions primarily as a residential and institutional area rather than a tourist hub. Visitors stay here for its historical character, proximity to central Johannesburg, and the relative tranquility it offers compared to busier commercial districts. The suburb provides a base for business travellers attending meetings at nearby corporate offices or academics visiting the university. Its position on the main routes leading north makes it a practical stopover for those travelling to or from Pretoria.

Types of Accommodation in Parktown

Featured Stays in Parktown

Path through a lush green garden with trees and plants on either side
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Foxwood House

Guest house
2km from Wanderers Golf Club
Outdoor Pool Terrace
From

R 1,900

Per night for two in February
Modern living room with grey sofas glass table and kitchenette in background

Residency Hotel Apartment Group Johannesburg

Apartment
1km from Wanderers Golf Club
Spa Full Kitchen
From

R 1,411

Per unit per night in February
Stone house with garden patio and umbrellacovered seating area
Star 1Star 2Star 3

GL Cottages Johannesburg

Bed & Breakfast
4km from Houghton Golf Club
Outdoor Pool Sitting Area
From

R 950

Per unit per night in February
Sunlit patio with wicker furniture striped cushions and a glasstopped coffee table

Melrose Place

Boutique Hotel
1km from Wanderers Golf Club
Outdoor Pool Balcony
From

R 2,120

Per night for two in February
Outdoor patio with wicker furniture pool and garden view
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Tuscany Guesthouse

Guest house
4km from Randpark Golf Club
Outdoor Pool Safe
From

R 1,100

Per night for two in February

Accommodation Prices in Parktown

TypeListingsFromAverageUp To
Guest house 13R688R1,675R3,600
Lodge 5
Guesthouse 3
Hotel 3R3,420R4,020R4,620
Bed & Breakfast 3R950R1,319R1,600
Self-catering 2R1,200R1,320R1,700
Apartment 2R1,411R1,665R1,725
Boutique Hotel 2R1,340R1,985R2,900
Bed and Breakfast 1
Cottage 1

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