Businessburg Hotel

3.0 star property
Central hotel with a 24-hour front desk connected to a shopping center in Johannesburg

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Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Interior
Interior
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Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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288 Lilian Ngoyi St, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2000
  • Place, Carlton Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Johannesburg City Hall
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ellis Park Stadium
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 388 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • 538 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Johannesburg

Located in Johannesburg CBD within a 5-minute walk of Johannesburg Art Gallery, Businessburg Hotel is within a 15-minute stroll of Joubert Park. This 43-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Centrally located in Johannesburg, the hotel is connected to a shopping center, and a short walk from Carlton Centre and Johannesburg City Hall.

What's nearby

  • Carlton Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Johannesburg City Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Constitution Hill - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ellis Park Stadium - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of Witwatersrand - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Johannesburg Park Station - 12 min walk
  • Ellis Park Station - 19 min walk
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café@50 - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Businessburg Hotel

Central hotel with a 24-hour front desk connected to a shopping center in Johannesburg
At Businessburg Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with sightseeing, directions, and local dining recommendations.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Wardrobes or closets are also included.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (ZAR 50 per day)
  • Street parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 16 and younger (only guests older than 16 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: ZAR 50 per day (328 ft away)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 10:00 AM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • No alcohol is served at Businessburg Hotel.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Businessburg Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Johannesburg CBD within a 10-minute walk of Carlton Centre, Johannesburg Art Gallery, and Joubert Park. You'll also find Johannesburg City Hall and Constitution Hill less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Businessburg Hotel?

As of Nov 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Businessburg Hotel on Nov 19, 2025 start from $20.48, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at Businessburg Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Businessburg Hotel include a casino?

No, Businessburg Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Businessburg Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Businessburg Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will value amenities like a rainfall showerhead, city views in some guestrooms, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Businessburg Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Businessburg Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Businessburg Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Businessburg Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Businessburg Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Businessburg Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Businessburg Hotel?

The closest major airport to Businessburg Hotel is O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), which is 17.1 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), which is around 19.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Businessburg Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Businessburg Hotel.

Businessburg Hotel Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 23 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

3.2/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Charles

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Nompumelelo

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Steve, Plymouth

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place if on a tight budget. But no hot water, no towels, and plenty of COCKROACHES.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Oneday

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Check in process was poor

The room I booked had someone inside, it took the receiptinist 2 hrs to fins me another available room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Tsibogo

Business traveler
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Yate

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Ashish das

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

10/10 Excellent

Charles

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff and location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

THANDO

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

THANDO NYEKE HAD A BLAST AT BUSINESSBURG HOTEL

I HAD GREAT EXPERIENCE EVER ,THE GUY IN FRONT DESK WAS SUPER FRIEND 😋 ALTHOUGH THE THE ROOM WASN'T SUPER SPOTLESS IM NOT FUSSY I DEFINITELY HAD GREAT TIME FOR VALUE
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a bit of a smell, like a it has never been occupied or service for quite sometimes.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Neliswa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very dodgy area

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Jerrill

Good value for johannesburg

Basic rooms and basic service. Good security.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Dr.E, Wandering the planet

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’ve been in worse neighborhoods, but never attempted to sleep in them. Car horns were nonstop, as were attempts to steal from my bags on the street. After one night I moved to a compound behind an electric fence. No one should travel to Jo-burg, EVER.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was nice orderly room. It clean relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They took my money with know refund as i cancel the booking because i couldn't make it
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Anacarsis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean to pas the night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bon accueil et personnel disponible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022