Irene
Johannesburg
Popular places to visit
Montecasino
With shops, theaters and a bird park among the attractions, there’s fun for all the family during the day and night at this Tuscan-themed entertainment center.
Gold Reef City Casino
Thrilling roller coasters, a 19th-century gold mine, cultural shows and a petting zoo provide entertainment for all ages at this popular theme park.
Nelson Mandela Square
Indulge in some retail therapy, dine in an open-air piazza and browse the stalls of an antique fair at this commercial and entertainment center.
Apartheid Museum
Reflect on the impact and legacy of apartheid and learn about the contribution of Nelson Mandela and others to South Africa's new constitution.
First National Bank Stadium
Catch an event at First National Bank Stadium during your trip to Johannesburg. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
During your trip to Johannesburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve Self Drive
Pretoria: Cullinan Surface Diamond Mine Walking Tour
Hartbeespoort: 2-Hour Dam Cruise with South African Food
Top hotels in Irene
City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport
The room and the hotel was spotless.
Reviewed on 6 Jan, 2026
Premier Hotel OR Tambo
Very spacious room, comfy bed, free shuttle service, smooth-ish check-in. Please upgrade the shower head and modernise your rooms... the carpets look dated. Also buffet breakfast was overpriced.
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026
Southern Sun O.R Tambo
Room was clean, staff was fantastic, breakfast was fantastic.
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
@Sandton Hotel
Real nice place to stay
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026
Radisson Blu Gautrain Hotel
I stayed in one of the Superior Rooms. Presented well, clean, maintained well. Housekeeping staff and Reception staff as well as Room Service were quick to act on requests. Had also booked a separate room for family visiting South Africa on a different floor. Happy with service and will definitely ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec, 2025
Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport
The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff were courteous, patient and kind.
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Irene
Menlyn
You'll enjoy the restaurants and casinos in Menlyn. You might want to make time for a stop at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre or Time Square Casino.
Brooklyn
Travellers enjoy Brooklyn for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Waterkloof Shopping Centre while you're in the area.
Midrand
You'll enjoy the gardens and spas in Midrand. You might want to make time for a stop at Mall of Africa or Kyalami Racetrack.
Fourways
Travellers like the shopping in Fourways, and Fourways Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bryanston
Bryanston is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like The Bryanston Organic and Natural Market and The Bryanston Country Club Charity Trust.
O.R. Tambo
If you're spending some time in O.R. Tambo, International Terminal Duty Free Mall and Emperors Palace Casino are top sights worth seeing.
