Alberton Accommodation
Accommodation in Alberton
Looking for for accommodation in Alberton? We have accommodation in all areas of Alberton, and by type of Alberton accommodation such as b&b, self catering, hotel and guest houses etc.
Please email us at marc @ travelsupermarket.co.za telling us what you are looking for and we will send you a complete list of the places to stay in Alberton matching your needs. We also list the direct contact details of each establishment so you can then choose the one you want and contact them directly.
Guest Houses Alberton
Bella Chateau Bella Chateau Exclusive Guest House is a 3 Star grading with S.A. Tourism Council and AA Travel. Situated in the up market security estate of Alberante, Alberton. We are just 20-minutes drive from Tambo International Airport..More Info
Things to do in Alberton
Alberton functions primarily as a residential centre, with the majority of residents commuting to nearby suburbs and cities to make a living. It is situated along the banks of the Natal Spruit and is in close proximity to both Johannesburg and Pretoria. Alberton is rich in history and many tours are offered to see the architectural history of the city. Alberton now boasts large industrial areas and there are a variety of shopping centres, libraries, hospitals and entertainment facilities available. There is an excellent action-sporting arena, and Rietvlei Boeremark is a fresh produce and crafts market that warrants a visit. East Rand Mall is also a mere few minute drive away.
How to get to Alberton
Getting to Alberton from OR Tambo International Airport is relatively easy. When leaving the airport, take the Johannesburg (R24) highway. This highway will direct you to the N3 South to Durban. Once on the N3, you continue following the N3 Durban signs until reaching the Elands interchange. Here you need to take the Vereeniging (R59) lane and follow the R59 to the Michelle Ave off ramp. Turning off here will take you into the city and signposts will direct you to your relevant location. A number of busses, shuttles and taxis travel into Alberton daily so getting there should be quick and easy.
History & general info about Alberton
Alberton has its roots in 11 hectares of farmland that a 13-year-old Johannes Petrus Meyer purchased from his stepfather. He built a mansion and started a general dealer’s store in 1890. When he died, his brother Johan Georg Meyer took over the farm. After the war, a General Alberts chose to buy part of the land from Meyer in the hope of splitting it up and selling it off – he decided to name this land Alberton. By 1918, the town had families living in it and the first town hall and factory were built. The first company to establish itself in Alberton was CJ Fuchs (Pty) Ltd – a company that is still trading in the city today.
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