Looking for free Wi-Fi in Gauteng hotels?

Jay Caboz – 2 February 2012

Sandton City and the Michelangelo Towers to the left. Image courtesy TyneWear-Rob

Travelling without internet connectivity has become unthinkable for business people in the 21st century. As access to online information becomes more important, demand for free Wi-Fi zones is on the rise. In light of this, many hotels in Gauteng have upgraded their services by offering Wi-Fi hot spots.

Here’s a list of some that offer free Wi-Fi access.

OR Tambo International Airport

There are a number of hotels with Wi-Fi access in the area, perhaps the pick of which is The InterContinental Johannesburg OR Tambo Hotel, located near the international arrivals hall at the airport. It’s very easy to find and is only 70m from the hall, which makes it a popular destination for visitors. The hotel offers free 24-hour service in all areas of the hotel.

Johannesburg Central Business District (CBD)

If you are looking for a place to stay in the Johannesburg CBD, the Mapungubwe Hotel Apartments might be a good choice. While the block does offer free Wi-Fi, it is only available in the reception, lounge and restaurant areas. If you would like to surf in your room, unlimited in-room connectivity is available at a cost of R100 for 24 hours of usage.

Sandton and Rosebank by the Gautrain

With the completion of the Gautrain stations in Sandton and Rosebank, these areas have become popular locations for hotels.

The Sandton Sun and the Michelangelo Towers are the pick of the bunch in the Sandton area. Both these hotels offer complimentary, unlimited internet access in all rooms. The hotels are located close to the Sandton Gautrain station and offer direct access to Sandton City and Nelson Mandela Square.

The Grace in Rosebank is an ideal choice for guests looking for free Wi-Fi facilities. Situated near Gautrain's Rosebank station, it is well known as a high-quality hotel.

Pretoria

For those wanting to staying in Pretoria, the Holiday Inn Express in Sunnypark is located in a good area of the city. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi service with a capacity of 30MB per day. The service has proven so popular that it is now offered at all Holiday Inn Express hotels.

The Sheraton Pretoria Hotel offers high-speed wireless broadband throughout the hotel and is situated within sight of the Union Buildings. According to the World Travel Awards, it is the leading business hotel in South Africa.