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The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools

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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Platinum Apartments | Living area
Studio | Private kitchen
Royal Penthouse | Terrace/patio
Executive Room | Bathroom
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

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
The current price is €170
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
Signature Penthouse | Massage in accommodation

Spa

Houghton Spa has 9 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The property's spa offers deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and in-room massages. Types of treatments available include aromatherapy, body scrubs, body wraps, and detox wraps. Other on-site facilities include a steam room, a sauna, and a hot tub.

Presidential Suite | Bathroom
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments

Room options

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Signature Penthouse | Living area

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
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

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Executive Room

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Royal Penthouse | Living area

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
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

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
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 48 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

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
Separate bedroom
  • 87 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Platinum Apartments

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
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Studio

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 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

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
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

Highlights

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

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Presidential Penthouse | Living area

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
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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

  • Ellis Park Station - 11 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 15 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Schwarma Co - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Super Sconto - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Radium Beerhall - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Rosebank Mall
Consider a stay at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf and take advantage of a golf course, a poolside bar and a free daily manager's reception. Get out on the links at this hotel and enjoy amenities such as a driving range, golf lessons and a golf clubhouse. Treat yourself to a body scrub, reflexology or hydrotherapy at Houghton Spa, the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Pilates classes and fitness classes are offered at the gym; The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf also has a coffee shop/cafe, a playground and a hair salon. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 2 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Express check-out, babysitting (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 90 rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Blackout curtains, restaurant dining guides and in-room massages
  • Flat-screen TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, covered self parking on site
  • Free secured, covered valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 290 for adults and ZAR 290 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Astra Lounge
  • Cyra
  • Nova Bistro

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 outdoor padel courts
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Conference centre (43,056 square foot of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 9 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (100 centimetre high)
  • Lift (150 centimetre wide door)
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (100 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2019
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 550 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately ZAR 290 for adults and from ZAR 290 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 750 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 750 (one-way)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 550 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
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

National rating

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

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?

As of 28 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf on 24 Sept 2025 start from €169.82, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 750 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf located?

This family-friendly Johannesburg hotel is located in the business district, within a 10-minute walk of Victory Theater and Houghton Golf Club. Johannesburg Zoo and Melrose Arch Shopping Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 199 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cordrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The penthouse was incredible. The staff was also extremely nice and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALBERT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vipul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and excellent service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tumaini

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good, large property with plenty parking and in a quiet neighborhood. Dining options are few and there’s no shopping onsite, but you can drive to different areas easily. Rooms are modern and well built.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heye

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Super friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jubril

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, nice food, good service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, spacious room, comfortable bed, quiet, great staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

GARNETT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place, nice service and fresh rooms!

Very good!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s beautiful and the staff is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible staff, very friendly, always smiling and extremely reliable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Morne

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel. Love the service and the rooms were amazing.

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
7th time there. Always wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Honestly, one of the best hotels in Johannesburg. Gorgeous location. The rooms and facilities world class!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice big rooms that are very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A cut above the rest 💫. This has become my home away from home. I love everything about this hotel… Just an overall amazing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Goran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sally

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was amazing, very good customer service, room very spacious overall will stay anytime i come to Johannesburg and will always recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, very clean. Super friendly and accommodating staff great room service!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022