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City Lodge Hotel Newtown

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Museum Africa, connected to a shopping center

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Meeting facility
Lobby sitting area
Seasonal outdoor pool, sun loungers
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Cnr Carr & Miriam Makeba St, Newtown, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2001
  • Mary Fitzgerald Square
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Johannesburg City Hall
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • University of Witwatersrand
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Twin Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 2802 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Twin Room, Non Smoking

  • 2802 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Johannesburg

Johannesburg CBD stay.A stay at this Johannesburg CBD hotel places you steps from Museum Africa and within a 5-minute walk of Market Theatre. Mary Fitzgerald Square and Turbine Hall are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Museum Africa - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mary Fitzgerald Square - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Johannesburg City Hall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of Witwatersrand - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Gold Reef City Casino - 4 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Ellis Park Station - 10 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 18 min walk
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪AND - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kitchener's Carvery Bar - ‬14 min walk

About this property

City Lodge Hotel Newtown

3-star hotel near Museum Africa, connected to a shopping center
City Lodge Hotel Newtown offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly City Lodge Hotel Newtown. An airport shuttle (available on request) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Johannesburg hotel.

  • 148 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2015
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
City Lodge Hotel Newtown offers 148 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Johannesburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 180 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 180 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 480.00 per person (one-way)

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

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, debit cards, and cash
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 according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in November and close in February.
  • Pool access is available 24-hours a day.
  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is City Lodge Hotel Newtown to the airport?

City Lodge Hotel Newtown is 17.9 mi (27-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at City Lodge Hotel Newtown?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Lodge Hotel Newtown on Sep 17, 2025 start from $44.49, 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.

Does City Lodge Hotel Newtown have an airport shuttle?

City Lodge Hotel Newtown offers an airport shuttle from 6 AM to 10 PM, on request, for a charge of ZAR 480.00. per person, one-way.

Does City Lodge Hotel Newtown offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at City Lodge Hotel Newtown, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 180 per person. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at City Lodge Hotel Newtown?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Gold Reef City Casino (6-min drive) and Montecasino (21-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at City Lodge Hotel Newtown?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at City Lodge Hotel Newtown?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does City Lodge Hotel Newtown have a pool?

City Lodge Hotel Newtown features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy 24-hour pool access.

Does City Lodge Hotel Newtown have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does City Lodge Hotel Newtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is City Lodge Hotel Newtown to downtown Johannesburg?

City Lodge Hotel Newtown is 0.9 mi away from Johannesburg.

City Lodge Hotel Newtown Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 95 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was good clean & convenient yet secure
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

clive f

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gifty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love the room services
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and the staff was courteous. The food at the restaurant was very tasty. The restaurant did not always have everything on the menu. Later I figured out it is likely due to resource management. For instance 3 out of the 4 days we were there they didnt have drip coffee. This is likely because there were hardly any guests so they dont make a pot of coffee. However on a day they had an influx of guests, it magically appeared. Some basic items luke tuna sandwiches was not available though it on the menu. With minor adjustments they can guest experience better. We also pai cash for our meals. However when checking out, they gave us bills for 2 meals to be paid. We had to get restaurant staff come and verify that we in fact always paid cash. My adviceto guests would be to maintain your own copy of paid receipts if paying with cash. If you are using hotel approved taxi services, be aware that they change rates based on which staff member quotes you the price.. though the overall service was good at the hotel, i was disappointed with this inconsistentancy and felt we were being taken advantage of.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

alfred

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

Great

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donovan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal location for get around Joburg. Really nice hotel with a very helpful staff. Would definitely stay here next time i'm visiting Joburg.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Abdulhamid, Chicago

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel with clean and comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were nice and I was even able to check in early, fantastic after a long flight. The entrance is gated which is for safety and I saw lots of hotels like that, but it made me uncomfortable about the safety of the area, but then I was told that’s what Johannesburg is like.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

dwight r.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a designed to meet the needs of the customer. The staff work very hard to make you comfortable. Breakfast was great. I always felt safe there. Unfortunately, the neighborhood is risky, and you can't just go exploring
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with big and clean comfortable rooms. The restaurant is good too and it's next door to a shopping centre.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Qi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceeded all our expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Callan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

The hotel neighborhood was scary and poor safety.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott

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

Clean and reasonable in Newton area.

Immaculate facility. Mall across street so we could leave the property and feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Noluthando

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, clean, good shower but no wash cloths provided. Check in staff was excellent. Food was good at the restaurant but service was lacking. Server did not check on me the entire meal.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Luvuyo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

HP

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Sherley

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

NORMAN, Whittier

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was constant noise coming from the apartment complex across the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Lehlohonolo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Paulie

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Ande

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022