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The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel in Johannesburg with 2 restaurants and golf course

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Relax in our central courtyard, featuring a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and outdoor seating areas.
Enjoy cooking in this well-lit kitchen with a microwave and stainless steel sink.
Relax in a spacious room with a bathtub, comfortable seating area, and flat-screen TV.
Royal Penthouse | Terrace/patio
Relax in this stylish living room with a flat-screen TV, comfortable sofa, and a round coffee table.
Located in Houghton Estate, The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf offers a luxurious retreat with amenities like a golf course and poolside bar. Guests can unwind with free daily manager's reception or indulge in spa treatments like deep-tissue massages.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Pool bar

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Separate bath and shower
The current price is £126
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug

Room options

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Signature Penthouse | Living area | Flat-screen TV, Netflix, streaming services

Signature Penthouse

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 850 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

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Executive Room | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 54 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Royal Penthouse | Living area | Flat-screen TV, Netflix, streaming services

Royal Penthouse

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 600 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Twin Room | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 48 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 87 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Platinum Apartments | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Platinum Apartments

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
  • 300 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Studio | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
  • 47 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Pool View | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite | 2 bedrooms, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Presidential Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 120 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Penthouse | Living area | Flat-screen TV, Netflix, streaming services

Presidential Penthouse

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 350 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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About the area

Map
Lloys Ellis Ave, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2198

What's nearby

  • Johannesburg Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Rosebank Mall - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 9 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 10 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 15 min drive
  • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria) - 36 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 15 min drive
  • Johannesburg Sandton Station - 18 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪The Radium Beerhall - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Loof Coffee - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ba-Pita - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Andersons Nursery - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf features a golf course and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Nelson Mandela Square. You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps or aromatherapy, and Cyra, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool and a poolside bar. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 90 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • Babysitting*
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured, covered on-site self-parking
    • Free secured, covered on-site valet parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible van parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Free daily reception
  • 24-hour room service

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Padel court
  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Access to nearby indoor pool

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Co-working spaces
  • Conference centre (43056 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Golf caddy on-site
  • Golf clubs on-site
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2019
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course on-site
  • Golf driving range on-site
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf clubhouse on-site
  • Golf pro shop on-site
  • 2 outdoor padel courts
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 150
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 100
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 100
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Closed-captioned TV
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Doorbell and phone notifications
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Separate bath and shower
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free long-distance and local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Houghton Spa has 9 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Cyra – Overlooking the golf course, this fine-dining restaurant specialises in international cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required.
Astra Lounge – This bar serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Nova Bistro – This bistro serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 290 for adults and ZAR 290 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 750 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 550 per night
  • Airport shuttle service for children costs ZAR 750 (one-way)

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision
  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Long-term renters welcome.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Also known as

Houghton Hotel
The Houghton Hotel Spa Wellness Golf
The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf Hotel
The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf Johannesburg
The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf Hotel Johannesburg

Frequently asked questions

Does The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?

Yes, there's free self and valet parking.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 750 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Gold Reef City Casino (12-min drive) and Emperors Palace Casino (19-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf and nearby?

Tee off at the on-site golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes and Pilates. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the hot tub or go for a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf also has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a steam room and access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?

Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring international cuisine and golf course views.

What's the area around The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf like?

The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf is in Houghton Estate, a short 3-minute walk from Victory Theater and 7 minutes' walk from Houghton Golf Club.

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The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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  • Breakfast was phenomenal and fantastic, with food that exceeded expectations. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Great location. Super friendly staff.
3-night trip

10/10

Lovely hotel, nice food, good service
2-night trip

10/10

One of the best properties you will ever stay in your life. Quality and professional staff like never seen before in all our travels. Cheers
3-night trip

10/10

Beautiful hotel, spacious room, comfortable bed, quiet, great staff.
2-night trip

10/10

Very good!
1-night trip

10/10

Loved it!
1-night trip

10/10

Thankyou to all the staff for your excellent service and world class hospitality. Everyone went out of their way to make our stay very memorable. Your rooms are super nice and comfortable. Would definitely recommend this to any travellers and we will be back in the near future.
6-night trip

10/10

Amazing stay as always and was upgraded as well which was an unexpected pleasant surprise. Friendly staff and clean hotel with attention to detail. Will totally recommend always.
2-night trip

10/10

Incredible staff, very friendly, always smiling and extremely reliable
2-night trip

10/10

It’s beautiful and the staff is very friendly.
2-night trip

10/10

7th time there. Always wonderful
4-night trip

8/10

Hotel and staff are 5 star but pools were not clean enough to use it, sauna was not usable (very low temperature) no changing room there and nowhere near 5 star level. Indoor pool also was dirty. That is a shame considering that the rest of the hotel is good and everybody very friendly and helpful.
4-night trip

10/10

Jet and the staff were wonderfully helpful on my first visit to Jo’Burg. The property is beautiful, the restaurant delicious, but the staff took it over the top!
2-night trip

10/10

This is a beautiful hotel. Love the service and the rooms were amazing.

10/10

Honestly, one of the best hotels in Johannesburg. Gorgeous location. The rooms and facilities world class!
2-night trip

10/10

A cut above the rest 💫. This has become my home away from home. I love everything about this hotel… Just an overall amazing experience.
2-night trip

10/10

The Houghton is a safe, extremely comfortable place. The staff were amazing and the food was excellent. It was a wonderful stay and a great place to be after 36 hours of travel.
3-night trip

10/10

Very nice big rooms that are very comfortable.
2-night trip

10/10

The service was amazing, very good customer service, room very spacious overall will stay anytime i come to Johannesburg and will always recommend.
7-night trip

4/10

Transport booked from airport was 75mins late. Pre arranged late check out for £130 had been cancelled by the hotel. Booking for their golf course shambolic and I discovered that guests basically can’t play on the course. Too shambolic to be an Expedia hotel
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful room, very clean. Super friendly and accommodating staff great room service!
1-night trip

10/10

If I could rate this hotel ten stars I would. Luxury and top notch service from check in to check out. Staff are insanely excellent. Do yourself a favour and stay here. We'll be back. Thank you!
1-night trip

10/10

This is such a beautiful property. Everything about The Houghton Hotel gives 5 Star. From the rooms to the setvice. EXCELLENT. One of the beautiful ladies who worked there even volunteered to take pics of me when she saw me taking selfies. This is the kindest thing you can do for a silo traveler. Thanks for a wonderful stay. Jillian from Texas.
1-night trip

10/10

Excellent service
4-night trip

8/10

An outstanding hotel. That has everything you need to never leave.
2-night trip