The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

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TrevPAR World Group
9 (2954 reviews)
Lloys Ellis Avenue , Johannesburg , za

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Exceptional, attentive staff/management
Very clean, well-maintained rooms
Excellent gym and leisure facilities
Great for golf and on-site grounds
Convenient for airport transfers
Luxurious, spacious rooms (penthouse highlight)
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Hot tub temperature/timer issues
No on-site shop for toiletries/snacks
Tight/complicated entry after golf
Dry air in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
9.4
Multiple guests explicitly praise cleanliness: 'superschone kamers', 'always neat', 'everything very clean' and well-maintained facilities.
Service
9.6
Overwhelmingly positive mentions of staff and management: 'royalty treatment', staff went above and beyond, specific praise for the manager and Bongo who arranged extras and made stays special.
Location
9
Multiple comments note convenience (near airport, good for golf, Houghton location) and the property felt safe and secure; generally suited for business and leisure.
Room Quality
9.4
Rooms receive strong praise: 'penthouse was insane', 'huge rooms', well-equipped and comfortable; turn-down service noted as a luxury.
Amenities
8.5
Gym and golf facilities are highly praised, pools noted as attractive; some negative points include hot-tub temperature/timer issues, no on-site shop and tight entry from the golf course.
Value for Money
9
Not explicitly discussed in most reviews; assigned the target overall rating as standard quality for this hotel tier given consistent positive feedback elsewhere.
Food and Beverage
8
Restaurant food receives praise in several reviews ('food was exceptional', 'Cyra à tester absolument'), but limited breakfast options are mentioned more than once and reduce the score.
Overall Experience
9.1
Dominantly exceptional feedback: many 'Exceptional', 'Just the best', and 'Amazing' comments; minor issues (hot tub, dry air, limited breakfast) do not outweigh overall strong impressions.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-14 01:25

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Top-Notch Amenities
Experience unparalleled luxury at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf in Johannesburg. Indulge in 5-star comfort with air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi, and private bathrooms.

Wellness and Recreation Options
Relax and rejuvenate with our indoor and outdoor swimming pools, sauna, and fitness centre. Enjoy a round of mini-golf or pamper yourself at the on-site spa and hot tub.

Dining and Entertainment
Savor a variety of cuisines at our restaurant, including American, local, and Asian dishes. With options for vegetarian, dairy-free, and halal diets, there's something for everyone.

Book now to elevate your stay at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 2954 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.4
Service: 9.6
Location: 9
Room Quality: 9.4
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 9.1
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samkelo zulu • solo_traveller • za
9
Amazing
Pros:

This is a beautiful hotel with amazing staff who go above and beyond to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Safety is a priority and great attention to detail, making it a five star worthy.

Cons:

At least one charging point in the room must be updated to accommodate usb and c type charging cables. The carpet could have been cleaner both on the corridors and the room.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Wamashudu • solo_traveller • za
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Farani • couple • za
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Ruud • couple • nl
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Arnie • extended_group • us
10
Outstanding service - wonderful rooms.
Pros:

Incredibly helpful and friendly service.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Sinde • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Khanyi • extended_group • za
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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anil • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent place to stay
Pros:

Staff were excellent
Very polite and efficient
Good ambience
Great Location

Cons:

It can not possibly improved

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Marwa • couple • om
9
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Tariro Blessing • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Weya • solo_traveller • ke
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • couple • au
10
Great!!
Pros:

Good restaurant and bar, lovely spacious rooms

Cons:

Didn’t walk in the area, ubered but no issue

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Sweetness • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Breakfast is very nice and the waiters was so helpful

Cons:

None

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Lorna • extended_group • gb
7
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Fusi • couple • za
9
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Sergio • couple • es
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Tokoloho • couple • za
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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kim • extended_group • za
10
Returnable every time I go to JHB
Pros:

The staff were amazing as were the facilities - the spa was exceptional

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Tebogo • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

The ambiance, the friendly accessible staff .

Cons:

Food is very expensive. Could improve the quality or the price charged at least.

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Ng'oma • couple • mw
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Beautiful

Cons:

Open space but it was nice

2026-09-04 • via Nuitee