The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf, Johannesburg ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

Lloys Ellis Avenue, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2198

The Hotel & Spa Jules Cesar Arles is a 5-star property located in Houghton Estate. This hotel features an array of amenities, including luxurious accommodation options and a spa. Occupying a historical building, the hotel is part of the Mgallery Hotel Collection.

Location

The Houghton Hotel is conveniently located 25 km from O.R. Tambo International Airport, with services available for transportation to local attractions. The hotel’s proximity to Houghton Golf Club makes it an appealing choice for golf enthusiasts. Nearby attractions include Zoo Lake Park and the Nelson Mandela Foundation, enhancing cultural exploration.

Rooms

The Houghton Hotel comprises 68 air-conditioned rooms, featuring amenities like 24-hour room service, premium bedding, and laptop-compatible safes. Each room includes a private bathroom, ensuring guests have necessary privacy and comfort. Selected rooms offer kitchen facilities, including a refrigerator and dishwasher, catering to longer stays or in-room dining preferences.

Eat & Drink

Dining at the Houghton Hotel includes options such as Nova Bistro, which serves breakfast, lunch, and light dinners overlooking the hotel’s piazza and golf course. The Astra Lounge & Bar provides a setting for casual drinks, while Pebbles Health & Pool Bar complements relaxation with health-focused snacks. The restaurant can accommodate large groups for banquets, offering a versatile dining experience.

Leisure & Business

The Houghton Hotel offers various leisure facilities, including an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor heated pool, and a golf course renowned for hosting prestigious tournaments. Business travelers have access to a conference center measuring 43,056 square feet, with boardrooms and hot-desking options to facilitate meetings. The hotel also features a spa, wellness treatments, and a fitness center.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard King Room

Max:

2 persons

48 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Room

Max:

2 persons

48 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Pool view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Executive Suite

Max:

2 persons

54 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Johannesburg 5.1 km

Airports

O.R. Tambo International (JNB) 20.4 km

Rand (QRA) 20.5 km

Train

Ellis Park Railway Station 3.8 km

Fordsburg 6.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Luxury

The presidential suite was absolutely stunning, offering generous space and breathtaking views that made our stay unforgettable.view full review

Dinner Delight

I thoroughly enjoyed the dinner at Sejour; the food was exquisite and truly elevated the overall dining experience.view full review

Impressive Shower

The spacious bathroom featured an amazing shower that provided a refreshing and invigorating experience.view full review

Easy Access

The check-in process was incredibly smooth, and parking was conveniently located, making our arrival hassle-free.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Currency exchange
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Golf course
Yoga class
Sports trainer

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

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

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Outdoor dining area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
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 centre
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 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

Location

Lloys Ellis Avenue, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2198

Map view

Lloys Ellis Avenue, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2198

City landmarks

Zoo

Johannesburg Zoo

3.7 km

Mall

Carlton Centre

5.1 km

39 Grant Ave

Hashtag Escape

1.1 km

15 Pine Road

Satyagraha House

2.0 km

Museum

South African National Museum of Military History

3.3 km

2nd Street

Melrose Temple

880 m

3 Dunottar St.

Toninos

1.7 km

85 Iris Rd

Loof Coffee

840 m

Golf Course

Observatory Golf Club

2.5 km

Jo Anke Gallery

990 m

107 Central Street Houghton

Nelson Mandela Foundation

2.7 km

40 Hannaben Street Cyrildene

L. Ron Hubbard

2.2 km

Park

The Wilds Municipal Nature Reserve

2.3 km

Houghton Dr

The Wilds

1.6 km

Church

Lighthouse Church House

1.6 km

2nd Ave

Bezuidenhout Park

2.2 km

1 Lily Ave

Ponte City Apartments

3.1 km

Johannesburg Stadium

3.2 km

27 10th Ave

Jozi Experience

1.8 km

Indian War Memorial

1.8 km

11 Kotze Street Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct

Constitution Hill

4.0 km

Goldreich St

Hillbrow Telkom Tower

3.3 km

American Chamber of Commerce in SA

2.7 km

Museum

Constitution Hill Human Rights Precinct

4.0 km

Park

Jhb Zoo Lake

4.7 km

16 Viljoen St

Victoria Yards

2.9 km

Square

Gandhi Square

5.4 km

Nearby

Golf Course

Houghton Golf Club

560 m

Theatre

Victory Theatre

260 m

Masjid ul Furqaan

170 m

Restaurants

Nova Delicatessen

120 m

Lloys Ellis Avenue The Houghton Hotel

Tasca Dos Amigos

580 m

Cnr. 11th &Davidson Str Fairlands

Amici Pizzeria

930 m

Nicolway Centre | Woodlands Avenue Hurlingham Manor

Momo Ando

870 m

Ivy Rd & Grant Ave Norwood

Baha Taco

1.0 km

38 Grant Avenue What3words: ///crops.awake.visitors

Hokkaido

1.0 km

40A Grant Avenue

47 On Grant

1.1 km

47 On Grant Avenue

Turkish Fusion

1.1 km

47 Grant Avenue Norwood.

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

74%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly staff

Spacious rooms

Confusing dining

Lack of breakfast clarity

7.4/10

Very good

Rooms

8.1

Location

8.0

Service

7.3

Dining

6.0

Edgar

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.8/10

The hotel offers beautiful and spacious rooms with amazing beds, yet the temperature was chilly even with a double blanket. The location is very relaxing but adjacent to a noisy side of town. The service was kind and helpful but had some inconsistencies. The dining experience provided a lot of choices but had confusing payment policies.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and spacious with amazing beds, though they were a bit cold even with a double blanket.

Service

7.0

The service was kind and very helpful, but there were some inconsistencies like varied housekeeping standards.

Location

7.0

The location was relaxing, but the noisy neighbors in the next room were disruptive. It's close to restaurants and high-quality facilities.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were excellent with a lot to choose from, but the payment policies were confusing and inconsistent.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great and well-maintained, adding to the enjoyable experience.

Chris

United Kingdom, November 2023

7.2/10

The hotel offers spacious and beautifully finished rooms; however, some aspects could be improved. The service is accommodating, but there were instances of rudeness. The location is exceptionally beautiful, ideal for relaxation, but some areas need attention. The dining experience had its challenges. Overall, a good stay with potential for enhancements.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, beautifully finished, and had all the required amenities. We even had a lovely wedding note and rose petals scattered throughout the room.

Service

7.0

The service is generally well trained and accommodating, although we encountered some rudeness from the restaurant manager. They did handle the situation well eventually.

Location

8.0

The location is exceptional, with a beautiful area ideal for relaxing. However, there were some areas close to the ghetto that could be improved.

Dining

6.0

The dining had its challenges with confusion among staff regarding payment for certain items. Despite this, the food quality at the restaurant was excellent under the circumstances.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers a good range of facilities that meet basic needs.

Michael

United Kingdom, October 2023

7.4/10

I really enjoyed my stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious with excellent views and very quiet, perfect for relaxation. The bath tub was a lovely touch. However, the room wasn't ready until more than an hour after the official check-in time, which was a minor inconvenience. Overall, my stay exceeded my expectations.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious with excellent views, very quiet, and the bath tub was a nice addition.

Service

7.0

The service was very warm and friendly. The staff, although they talked loudly using inappropriate language at times for a hotel of this quality, were overall cordial and brilliant.

Location

9.0

The location was exceptionally beautiful, offering stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere. It was close to Sandton and Rosebank, which was convenient.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a bit disappointing. There was confusion regarding payment for cappuccino and fried eggs. The food was not delicious, with some items being dry. However, the thin crispy fries were enjoyable.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and provided everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Larry

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.6/10

Staying at the hotel was a pleasant experience overall. The rooms were comfortable and homely, but the dining options were a bit confusing. The service was efficient and friendly, while the location offered beautiful views of the golf course.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and provided a very homely feel.

Service

9.0

The staff were exceptionally friendly and accommodating.

Location

8.0

The location had beautiful views of the golf course.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience had some confusion over payment for specific items.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities met expectations.

Friendly staff

Confusing dining

Terry

United States, July 2023

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of great experiences and a few letdowns. The rooms were spectacular and very modern, providing a spacious and comfortable environment. However, the service could use a bit of improvement in terms of customer service and etiquette. The location was beautifully appointed, inviting an island resort vibe, but it was adjacent to a seemingly rough side of town. The dining experience fell short with confusion over additional charges for different menu items.

Rooms

9.0

I was delighted with the spacious and modern room provided to me. It was truly spectacular.

Service

7.0

Although the staff were friendly and efficient, there was a lacking element of customer service and etiquette. I encountered some challenges when I needed additional assistance.

Location

8.0

The location was beautifully appointed, giving off an inviting island resort vibe but seemed to be located adjacent to a seemingly rough side of town.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was confusing with mixed messages about additional charges for specific items on the menu.

Facilities

Facilities such as the shower room and changing room for departure were a nice touch, adding convenience to the stay.

William

United Kingdom, July 2023

7.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel. The rooms were spacious and beautiful, perfect for getting ready for our departure. However, some staff members need further training in dealing with guests. The location was inviting, giving an island resort vibe, but the dining experience fell short of expectations.

Rooms

8.0

The modern rooms are very spacious and beautiful.

Service

6.0

Some staff members need further training in dealing with guests.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a less busy place of JHB, inviting with an island resort vibe.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was not matching the hotel's standard.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel offers a shower room and a massive changing room for getting ready for departure.

Jeanne

United States, June 2023

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The location was ideal, beautifully appointed, and the staff friendly, but there were some issues like the unprepared room upon arrival after a long wait. The service, especially at the bistro, was attentive, but the reception staff lacked efficiency. The overall facilities were good with beautiful surroundings, but the dining experience was somewhat affected.

Rooms

7.0

After a 30-minute wait for the room, I found it clean and comfortable despite the initial delay.

Service

6.0

The service, particularly at the bistro, was attentive, but other staff members, including the restaurant manager, were not as welcoming.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a good area, ideally located close to Sandton and Rosebank, but it is worth noting some inconsistencies between staff members and systems.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, with good attention to detail, though some services like room service lacked efficiency.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained overall, offering a tranquil atmosphere and beautiful surroundings.

United States, June 2023

7.8/10

Upon arrival, I was delighted by the amazing and spacious rooms, although it was a bit surprising to discover they were on separate floors. The service was exceptional, with a friendly and helpful team catering to every need, from housekeeping to dining. The location was perfect for a relaxing stay, except for some noisy neighbors. The dining experience had its ups and downs, with some menu confusion but fabulous Mediterranean dishes. Overall, a great stay with some minor setbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were amazing, big, and comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with a friendly and attentive staff.

Location

7.0

The location was perfect and had a modern vibe, although noise from neighbors was a downside.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience had its challenges with some confusion, but the Mediterranean dishes were fabulous.