# Hotel and hospitality groups headquartered in Gauteng

Tamtam tracks 26 hotel and hospitality groups headquartered in Gauteng. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Sun International, Southern Sun and Comair Limited. Their median headcount is 753. Half of them were founded in 1994 or later. The most common headquarters are Johannesburg (15), Sandton (3) and Pretoria (2).

These companies are hospitality and travel groups based in Gauteng. Most are large groups, with several thousand employees, like Sun International, a gaming and entertainment group, Southern Sun, a hotel group, Comair Limited, an aviation group, and Famous Brands, a restaurant franchisor. The companies listed here were founded between 1946 and 2008.

More than half of the companies listed are headquartered in Johannesburg, a major economic hub. A significant number of companies, such as Mugg & Bean and Famous Brands, are involved in food and beverage services, indicating a strong presence of the restaurant and catering industry in the region.

🇿🇦 Gauteng · 26 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Sun International](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sun-international) (corporate.suninternational.com)<br>A leading company in gaming, hospitality, and entertainment industry, offering luxury hotels, casinos, and premier resorts with a focus on exceptional service and responsible corporate citizenship | Gambling Facilities and Casinos | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 6,085 | 1977 |
| 2 | [Southern Sun](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/southern-sun) (southernsun.com)<br>Leading hospitality group in Southern Africa and beyond, offering luxurious hotels, resorts, restaurants, conference venues, and banqueting facilities with a focus on service excellence and sustainability | Hospitality | 🇿🇦 Sandton | 2,705 | 1969 |
| 3 | [Comair Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/comair-limited) (comair.co.za)<br>An innovative and diversified aviation group operating airlines, training, catering, hospitality, and travel services in South Africa and beyond | Airlines and Aviation | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 2,047 | 1946 |
| 4 | [Mugg & Bean](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mugg-and-bean) (muggandbean.co.za)<br>A welcoming place where people gather for bottomless coffee, giant muffins, generous portions, and a friendly atmosphere that keeps customers coming back | Food and Beverage Services | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 1,827 | 1996 |
| 5 | [Famous Brands](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/famous-brands) (famousbrands.co.za)<br>A leading franchisor in the restaurant industry with a diverse portfolio of much-loved brands, offering innovative food services solutions and sustainable growth | Food and Beverage Services | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,754 | 1960 |
| 6 | [Wilderness](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/wilderness) (wildernessdestinations.com)<br>A world-leading conservation and hospitality organization, dedicated to protecting vast and remote wilderness areas through intimate wildlife encounters and experiences | Travel Arrangements | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,403 | 1983 |
| 7 | [Ocean Basket Holdings](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ocean-basket-holdings) (oceanbasket.com)<br>A beloved seafood restaurant chain founded in 1995, with over 200 stores across 16 countries, offering a variety of ocean-inspired dishes | Food and Beverage Services | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,283 | 1995 |
| 8 | [Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention and Entertainment Resort](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/emperors-palace-hotel-casino-convention-and-entertainment-resort) (emperorspalace.com)<br>Luxurious hotel and casino resort near Johannesburg airport offering accommodation, spa, dining, gaming, entertainment, conference facilities, and impeccable service | Gambling Facilities and Casinos | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 1,225 |  |
| 9 | [Tourvest Travel Services](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tourvest-travel-services) (tourvesttravelservices.co.za)<br>Leading tourism division with preferred relationships, offering travel services and technology solutions for corporate and holiday travel needs | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 988 | 1997 |
| 10 | [Feedem Group](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/feedem-group) (feedem.co.za)<br>A contract catering provider managing over 300 sites, offering a range of catering services to various industries with a team of diverse specialists | Food and Beverage Services | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 957 | 1975 |
| 11 | [Supercare](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/supercare) (empactgroup.co.za)<br>A company that provides contract and specialized cleaning services for various industries, prioritizing safety, environmental friendliness, and employee empowerment through training programs | Facilities Services | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 939 |  |
| 12 | [andBeyond Travel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/andbeyond-travel) (andbeyond.com)<br>Designs personalized luxury tours and operates exclusive lodges and expeditions across Africa, Asia, and South America with sustainable focus. | Travel Arrangements | 🇿🇦 | 912 | 1991 |
| 13 | [Travel With Flair](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/travel-with-flair) (travelwithflair.co.za)<br>A leading black-owned travel management organization with over 22 years of experience, offering comprehensive corporate travel services globally | Travel Arrangements | 🇿🇦 Pretoria | 753 | 1996 |
| 14 | [The Capital Hotels, Apartments & Resorts](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/the-capital-hotels-apartments-and-resorts) (thecapital.co.za)<br>Supplier of corporate travel accommodation with 9 Apartment Hotels in major South African cities, offering hotel rooms, serviced apartments, and conference facilities for business travelers | Hospitality | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 750 | 2008 |
| 15 | [Flight Centre Travel Group South Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/flight-centre-travel-group-south-africa) (fctgcareers.com)<br>Providing South Africans travel tips, news, giveaways, and unbeatable deals on flights, holidays, cruises, and tours through multiple booking options | Travel Arrangements | 🇿🇦 Blackheath | 685 |  |
| 16 | [Cresta Hotels](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cresta-hotels) (crestahotels.com)<br>Leading hotel management group in Southern Africa with modern facilities, personalized service, and true African luxury, operating business and resort hotels in Zimbabwe, Botswana, and South Africa | Hospitality | 🇿🇦 Sandton | 623 | 1958 |
| 17 | [Rennies BCD Travel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rennies-bcd-travel) (bcdtravel.com)<br>Leading travel management provider, assisting global organizations in optimizing business travel expenses, ensuring traveler safety and productivity, and maximizing savings worldwide | Travel Arrangements | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 582 | 1954 |
| 18 | [Tourvest Destination Management](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tourvest-destination-management) (tourvestdm.com)<br>A travel management business with a focus on Africa, dedicated to providing high-quality, sustainable services to customers and suppliers worldwide | Travel Arrangements | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 527 |  |
| 19 | [Bidvest Catering Services](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bidvest-catering-services) (bidvestcatering.co.za)<br>Offering world-class food service solutions to various business sectors, including customised catering, modular/mobile food services, gourmet events, team building, and accredited training programs | Hospitality | 🇿🇦 Kempton Park | 475 | 1994 |
| 20 | [Doppio Zero South Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/doppio-zero-south-africa) (doppio.co.za)<br>Established as a bakery and cafe in Greenside in 2002, this business has evolved into a restaurant chain offering Mediterranean and Italian cuisine | Restaurants | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 431 | 2002 |
| 21 | [Galito's South Africa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/galito-s-south-africa) (galitos.co.za)<br>A global chain offering flame-grilled chicken meals with Afro-Portuguese flavors, boasting 250 franchise outlets in 16 countries across 4 continents | Restaurants | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 398 | 1996 |
| 22 | [SILVERSTARCASINO](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/silverstarcasino) (tsogosun.com)<br>Dynamic and innovative leader in entertainment and leisure industry, based in Krugersdorp, South Africa, known for its innovative approach to entertainment | Gambling Facilities and Casinos | 🇿🇦 Krugersdorp | 340 | 2007 |
| 23 | [Mantis](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mantis) (mantiscollection.com)<br>A collection of sustainable destinations focused on conservation, offering curated hotels, eco-lodges, and waterways in Africa and beyond | Hospitality | 🇿🇦 Sandton | 202 | 2000 |
| 24 | [Mike's Kitchen Franchising](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mike-s-kitchen-franchising) (mikeskitchen.co.za)<br>An iconic South African brand providing memorable family experiences through great tasting food made with high quality ingredients and served with a smile | Hospitality | 🇿🇦 Sinoville | 182 | 1972 |
| 25 | [Bambanani](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bambanani) (bambanani.biz)<br>Family-oriented eatery offering a unique lifestyle experience with child-friendly environment, trustworthy care, safe play areas, and pleasurable dining options for all ages | Restaurants | 🇿🇦 Johannesburg | 181 |  |
| 26 | [CIRCA Hospitality & Events](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/circa-hospitality-and-events) (circa.co.za)<br>A South African event management company offering full hospitality, infrastructure, and specialized services for successful events of any size since 2001 | Events Services | 🇿🇦 Linbro Business Park | 29 | 2001 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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