The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

Hotels
TrevPAR World
9.2 (85 reviews)
Lloys Ellis Ave, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2198 , Johannesburg , ZA

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Express check-out
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Sauna
Designated smoking area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Beautiful property
Excellent stay
Incredible penthouse

Categories

Cleanliness
9.28
Clean and well-maintained facilities were appreciated.
Service
9.75
Wonderful & attentive staff, great service throughout.
Location
9.29
Quiet neighborhood with easy access to various areas.
Room Quality
9.24
Rooms are modern and well built, enhancing comfort.
Amenities
8.77
Limited amenities but included a heated indoor pool.
Value for Money
8.73
Good value considering the overall experience and facilities.
Food and Beverage
8.78
Great food options, although limited choices nearby.
Overall Experience
9.75
By far the best experience during my trip, unforgettable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 18:40

Property Description

Discover your perfect getaway at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf, where elegance meets relaxation in the heart of Johannesburg.

Luxurious Spa Experience
Unwind and rejuvenate at our serene spa, offering a variety of indulgent treatments, from massages to facials, ensuring a blissful escape from your daily routine.

Exceptional Dining Options
Savor a culinary journey at Sejour, our international cuisine restaurant, or enjoy the convenience of 24-hour room service. Don't forget to mingle with fellow guests during our complimentary daily receptions!

Unmatched Amenities
With 43056 square feet of versatile event space and two outdoor pools, our hotel is ideal for both business and leisure travelers. Enjoy hassle-free connectivity with complimentary Wi-Fi and the option of a roundtrip airport shuttle.

Experience luxurious comfort and vibrant city life—book your stay with us today!

Important information:

  • 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 hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: ORT

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Parking

    Parking height restrictions apply

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Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 85 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.28
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 9.24
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 8.78
Overall Experience: 9.75
C
Christina
10
Pros:

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!

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
D
derek
10
Pros:

Great staff, very clean and attention to details

2025-10-06 via Nuitee
J
Jonathan partner
10
Pros:

Great staff and very nice hotel

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
L
lethukuthula
10
Pros:

excellent stay

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
C
Cordrick family_with_children
10
Pros:

The penthouse was incredible. The staff was also extremely nice and attentive.

2025-08-22 via Nuitee
A
ALBERT
10
Pros:

Beautiful property

2025-08-15 via Nuitee
T
Tumaini family
8
Pros:

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.

2025-08-05 via Nuitee
V
Veronica
10
World Class Experience
Pros:

I stayed at The Houghton during an epic, solo birthday trip that took me to Paris, Cartagena, Cape Town, and Johannesburg. The Houghton was by far, without question, THE BEST place I stayed during my trip. Wonderful & attentive staff, great food, top tier cleanliness, a heated indoor pool, and more. I cannot complain. I look forward to returning again and again!

2025-07-24 via Nuitee
V
Vipul family_with_children
10
Pros:

Great place and excellent service

2025-07-16 via Nuitee
H
Heye
10
Pros:

Great

2025-06-02 via Nuitee
G
Goran family
8
Pros:

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.

2025-03-18 via Nuitee
G
GARNETT
10
Pros:

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

2025-03-07 via Nuitee
S
Stam family
10
Pros:

Great location. Super friendly staff.

2025-02-28 via Nuitee
M
Marcel D partner
10
Pros:

The hotel was very clean and the staff was extremely friendly. The rooms are very nice and clean . I highly recommend this hotel.

2025-02-22 via Nuitee
J
James partner
4
Pros:

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

2025-02-16 via Nuitee
J
Jubril
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel, nice food, good service

2024-12-29 via Nuitee
M
Mark family
10
Pros:

Loved it!

2024-10-27 via Nuitee
M
Morne partner
10
Pros:

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.

2024-10-10 via Nuitee
J
Jillian
10
Pros:

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.

2024-10-10 via Nuitee
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Lisa partner
10
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, spacious room, comfortable bed, quiet, great staff.

2024-10-06 via Nuitee