The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf - Johannesburg

$$$$||View on mapJohannesburg, South AfricaLloys Ellis Avenue, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2198|
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The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf - Johannesburg
Lloys Ellis Avenue, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2198·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Comfort9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Staff9.4
Facilities9.3
Value for money9.1
Who stays here
Couples43%
Solo19%
Families18%
Groups13%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.1Perfect
Comfort9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Staff9.4
Facilities9.3
Value for money9.1
Who stays here
Couples43%
Solo19%
Families18%
Groups13%

5-star Johannesburg hotel with a championship golf course and an award-winning spa

Golf & Recreation

The Houghton Hotel is home to the Houghton Golf Club, a premier golfing venue with a rich championship history. Guests have direct access to the course, with three swimming pools on site, including an indoor heated pool and an adult-only pool. The property also has a fitness center with personal trainers and yoga classes.

Spa & Wellness

The spa at The Houghton was named Best Destination Spa in South Africa 2021, offering holistic wellness services. Facilities include a sauna, steam room, hot tub, and a full range of treatments like body scrubs, facials, and massages. Spa packages and beauty services such as hair styling and makeup are also available.

Dining

Three on-site restaurants, including Cyra Restaurant and Sky Bar, serve a variety of cuisines. Breakfast is offered as a buffet, à la carte, or continental option, with room service available. The bar features a wine cellar with an extensive selection.

Accommodations

The Houghton Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs and private bathrooms. Some rooms include a kitchen with a fridge, dishwasher, and oven. The Luxury Penthouse has a private hot tub and views of the pool.

Business & Location

The Houghton Hotel was named Best Business Hotel in South Africa 2024, with a comprehensive business lounge and tailored conference solutions. It is located 2 miles from Observatory Golf Club and 13 miles from O.R. Tambo International Airport. The business center offers fax/photocopying and meeting facilities.

  • Golf: On-site championship Houghton Golf Club
  • Spa: Best Destination Spa 2021 award
  • Rooms: Luxury Penthouse with private hot tub
  • Dining: 3 restaurants including Cyra and Sky Bar
  • Business: Best Business Hotel 2024
  • Location: 2 miles from Observatory Golf Club
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A buffet breakfast is served at affordable prices. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Italian, Portuguese, Afrikaans
Building
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:95
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Rooms and availability

Four-Bedroom Penthouse
  • Max:
    11 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Elegant Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds
Executive Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Valet parking

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/Gym

Fitness center

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Infinity pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center
  • Golf course
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car rental
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area

Business

  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Make-up services

Room view

  • City view
  • Golf view
  • Pool view

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Dryer
  • Cookware/Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

💵 Lowest room price 145 US$
📏 Distance to center 3.2 mi
✈️ Distance to airport 12.7 mi
🧳 Nearest airport O.R. Tambo International, JNB

Location

Lloys Ellis Avenue, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2198
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