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A stone pathway leading to a pool area, surrounded by lush greenery and a bamboo fence.
Luxury Apartment | View from room
A courtyard with a white building, two chairs, a bench, and a small fire pit.
A modern building with a sign reading 'ARH' and 'African Rock Wellness.'
Luxury Apartment | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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48 de Villiers Avenue, van Riebeeck Park ext 9, Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1619
  • Place, Festival Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Modderfontein Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Kempton Park Golf Club
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, and a red sofa.

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Luxury Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A desk with a landline phone, a smartphone connected to a power outlet, and a rock with postcards.

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a shower, and a wooden accent wall.

Luxury Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, desk, and a bathroom with a shower.

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Executive Room

  • Garden view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two beds, a wooden desk, a TV, and a large window with a view of greenery.

Superior Suite

  • Garden view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Luxury Apartment | Premium bedding, in-room safe, iron/ironing board (on request)

Luxury Apartment

  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kempton Park

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" is located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Festival Mall and within a 10-minute drive of Kempton Park Golf Club. This 5-star hotel has 11 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Festival Mall - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Modderfontein Golf Club - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Kempton Park Golf Club - 10 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • AECI Dynamite Factory Museum - 10 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Emperors Palace Casino - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Rhodesfield Station - 17 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 23 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tomato Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Barcelos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Flame Fast Foods - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪China Gate - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬4 min drive

About this property

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. Free valet and self parking are available—or if you're not driving, take the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, safes, and phones are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 2 km
  • 24-hour train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2009
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for ZAR 1000.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 1000.0 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

African Rock
African Rock Hotel
African Rock Hotel Kempton Park
African Rock Kempton Park
African Rock Hotel
African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

As of Jul 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" on Jul 26, 2026 start from $467, including 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.

What is there to do near African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

This hotel is located in Kempton Park, close to Festival Mall, Emperors Palace Casino, and Greenstone Shopping Centre. You'll also find Kempton Park Golf Club and Modderfontein Golf Club within a short drive.

Is there parking available at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Yes, valet and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include sports massages, Swedish massages, detox wraps, and aromatherapy.

Does African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" have luxury amenities?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and hot stone massages at this hotel.

Does African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" include a casino at the property?

No, African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and midnight.

Is African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" a good place to stay for couples?

This boutique hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

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

Does African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort".

Are there connecting rooms at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

The closest major airport to African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" is O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), which is 8.2 mi away (18 minutes by car). Another top airport is Lanseria Intl. Airport (HLA), which is around 19.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Yes, some guestrooms at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" offer a patio and may feature garden views.

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful boutique hotel. Perfect for an overnight stay before or after flight into/ from JNB
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel with incredible staff!

Had an amazing stay! It’s a beautiful hotel with incredible staff who go above and beyond!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Luxury stay with Airport transfer highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent boutique hotel that provides oasis in Jo-berg near the airport
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique hotel, my second stay there. As a solo traveller I appreciate this kind of hotel, lovely rooms, excellent food and very friendly atmosphere - and had a fabulous neck and shoulder massage Will be back again next year
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CAMILLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, awesome room! Highly recommend 🌼🌼🌼
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful oasis. Staff couldn’t be nicer and more attentive. Great food, an overall fabulous place to stay for my last night in Africa.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top notch boutique hotel in a gated area of Kempton Park. Pictures are of Suite 1 which has a beautiful private courtyard & can be viewed from a jetted tub in the bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. Food options were amazing. Would highly recommend
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent boutique hotel. Spacious room, quiet & serene. Tons of ambiance! Excellent food. Owners have a personal touch & very hands on in the business.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous overnight stay on layover. Fabulous staff and incredible food and wine. Only regret is it was too short.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Johns view.

Excellent location, with excellent service. Allowed us a complementary room while waiting for our flight.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Romantic and peaceful stay

This is a cracking little gem of a hotel. All the staff are super friendly, the food is excellent and has a personal touch from the chef's. Rooms are very comfortable and sitting in the garden in front of the wood fire after dinner was so relaxing. The spa treatments are highly recommended. All in all a perfect place to stay. Will be back when we are back in the area. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night on a layover for flights at Tambo. Could not recommend this place more highly. Unique small boutique hotel in safe location with all the amenities. Ease of access to/from airport with friendly and helpful drivers - even helping with my luggage and walking me through check-in to ensure no problems before they left. On-site staff thorough and accommodating. Dinner and breakfast high quality food and service. Room clean and interesting.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love this hotel. After 10 years of going to various hotels around the airport I finally found the one that I will return to time and again. The owners are amazing and treat you like old friends. The hotel is luxurious and makes you feel special.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels we've ever stayed in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room and lovely staff. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff; they couldn’t do enough to help. Picked us up late at night from train and thereafter looked after us superbly. This is a small boutique hotel which is an oasis of peace, close to the main airport. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

H.R.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top Hotel an ruhiger Lage

Wunderschönes Hotel an ruhiger Lage, Top Essen und Bedienung
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ulf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ein kleines Schmuckkästchen in Flugplatznähe

3 Tage mit bestem Service und gutem Preis- Leistungsverhältnis
Verified

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Decent alternative

Very convenient to airport. Room is somewhat small. Only access is via exterior. Not good if it rains. Food is mixed in quality. Did a very good game dish. Breakfasts were not very good.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Airport-Nähe, dabei ruhig und Afrika-Feeling

Das Hotel liegt in einem durch Wachen, Zaun, und Gate gesicherten Wohngebiet (residential area). Im abgesicherten Bereich fühlte ich mich sicher (viel sicherer die umliegende Gegend). Abholung vom Flughafen (kostenlos) und Aufenthalt war sehr angenehm. Wenige Zimmer: d.h. wenige Gäste und in meinem Fall ruhig. Kleiner Nachteil: Alle Zimmer sind ebenerdig (wenn ich richtig gesehen habe) und man kann von außen reinschauen, wenn der Vorhang offen ist. Nicht jedermanns Sache. Einrichtung ist in einem modernen Afrika-Stil. Ein bisschen Ferienstimmung kommt auf. Das Personal war sehr freundlich. Für mich war das Hotel perfekt, weil ich einen Aufenthalt in Johannesburg vor dem Weiterflug hatte und in der Nähe des Flughafens bleiben wollte, aber nicht in das Spieler-"Paradies", wo viele der übrigen flughafennahen Hotels angesiedelt sind (schlechte Erfahrung). Ich würde es wieder buchen, um mich vor der Weiterreise vom Flug zu erholen. Die Hotelküche ist gut aber für südafrikanische Verhältnisse nicht billig (3 Gänge, 2 Gläser Wein: ca 500 R). Eine Küche für so wenig Personen ist aber auch aufwendig und das war dann ok. Ich war froh über das Angebot, daher kein Punktabzug.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay!!!

I love African Rocks Hotel! I trusted the other reviews and they were right. The driver Kelvin who met us and the airport was wonderful, friendly and professional, the cook Christine was so welcoming and the food was excellent; it was like having a private chef! The hotel itself is lovely, serene, clean modern, and the perfect stop after a long transatlantic flight. Highly recommended.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Africian Rock

Stayed the evening before departing S.A. Found Africian Rock Hotel to be in a secure area; owners introduced themselves and welcomed us; all staff were obliging, helpful and friendly; great pickup/ drop off service for airport; Christine, the chef prepared an absolutely delicious 5 course meal. Would recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice boutique hotel with good security

Our stay at the hotel for 2 nights was very pleasant. The staff was helpful and offered to shuttle us to a couple of different places. Unfortunately, we were under the impression that the shuttle service was complimentary because there was no mention of a cost associated with the service. It was a surprise to see some very expensive charges for the shuttle services. Other than that, our experiences were all positive.