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The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

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Exterior
Royal Penthouse | Terrace/patio
A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard pool, outdoor seating areas, and a landscaped garden.
Royal Penthouse | Living area
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Lloys Ellis Ave, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2198
  • Place, Victory Theater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Houghton Golf Club
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Jo Anke Gallery
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, Pool View

Standard Room, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 87 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Golf view
  • 120 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Room

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • City view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Signature Penthouse | Living area

Signature Penthouse

  • Golf view
  • 850 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Presidential Penthouse | Living area

Presidential Penthouse

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 350 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Royal Penthouse | Living area

Royal Penthouse

  • City view
  • 600 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Platinum Apartments

Platinum Apartments

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 300 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

  • Golf view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

2 restaurants, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas, free valet parking, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Additionally, a golf course, an indoor pool, and a fitness center are onsite.
The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf offers 90 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and slippers.

This Johannesburg hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout drapes/curtains. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a hot tub, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Victory Theater. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, free valet parking, and a free manager's reception.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free valet parking and self parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine with golf course views at Cyra, one of the property's 2 restaurants
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor and 2 outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Treat yourself to Swedish massages, hydrotherapy, or reflexology at Houghton Spa
  • Services include babysitting, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes a golf course, a gym, and a steam room
  • 6 minutes by car from Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and 10 minutes from Nelson Mandela Square
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
As a guest of The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf, you'll find a full-service spa, a golf course, and 2 outdoor swimming pools. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business center, 4 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces are available. Event space at this hotel measures 43056 square feet (4000 square meters) and includes a conference center. An indoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are also featured at the luxury The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf. You'll have access to the indoor pool and outdoor pool at a partner property. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Johannesburg hotel.

The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Cyra - Overlooking the golf course, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only. 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.
24-hour room service is available.

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
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 315 for adults and ZAR 315 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 315 for adults and ZAR 315 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
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 needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

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

The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 189 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 245 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities great hotel pick up
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, courteous and efficient staff, first rate.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ishmael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is a beautiful place with beautiful amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and very nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lethukuthula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our presidential suite was absolutely superb with a great view over the golf course. Everything in the room we could have wished for, plenty of space and huge dressing room. The staff in check in were friendly and informative. They presented my 4yo with a teddy and rose which made her day. We ate lunch, breakfast and dinner in Nova. Food was big portions and very flavourful would highly recommend. I had a massage at the spa which was relaxing, a really pleasant area. All facilities were spotless.
Family pool
Area outside Nova
View from the room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very clean and attention to details
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALBERT

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

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay at The Houghton Hotel exceeded our expectations, from the service, to the room, to the food and spa. A special shout out to Kamo and Blessing in the lobby, and Lovett, Roy, Melissa, Joyce and kitchen staff at Nova Bistro, and the Spa staff who made our 4 day stay extraordinary. Best hotel stay ever!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vipul

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

10/10 Excellent

Jubril

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms with great restaurant options.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A la carte breakfast with eggs Benedict (always a plus) and good coffe
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stam

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

10/10 Excellent

Marcel D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and the staff was extremely friendly. The rooms are very nice and clean . I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property location, friendliness of the staff, transportation, and restaurant. It was an amazing hotel.quiet at nights!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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.
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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