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 luxury with championship golf and award-winning spa in Johannesburg

Accommodation & Rooms

The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf offers 5-star rooms, suites, and apartment-style studios with kitchenettes. Guests staying in the Luxury Penthouse gain access to a private hot tub and direct pool views from their own terrace. The apartment units include a separate living area and a full kitchenette, designed for extended stays or family groups.

Dining

Three on-site restaurants serve distinct cuisines: Nova Bistro offers casual all-day dining, Cyra presents a fine-dining menu with European and local influences, and the Sky Bar focuses on cocktails with panoramic golf-course views. Breakfast covers continental, American, and buffet options, while lunch and dinner include local, international, and European dishes. A pool bar and a coffee house on site provide lighter meals and drinks throughout the day.

Wellness & Spa

The hotel's spa was named Best Destination Spa in South Africa for 2021 and offers a full menu of body scrubs, facials, hot-stone massages, and couple's treatments. Guests can use the steam room, sauna, and hot tub before or after appointments, with spa packages available for multi-treatment days. The fitness centre includes a personal trainer and daily yoga classes, plus access to a heated indoor pool and two outdoor infinity pools.

Golf & Recreation

Houghton Golf Club is a championship course with a long tradition, and hotel guests have priority access for rounds and practice. Three swimming pools are spread across the property-one heated indoors and two outdoor infinity pools, each with a pool bar and sun loungers. A walking trail circles the golf course, and the fitness centre offers cardio machines, free weights, and a personal trainer on request.

Business & Location

The Houghton Hotel was named Best Business Hotel in South Africa for 2024, featuring a dedicated business lounge with fax, photocopying, and meeting rooms for conferences and banquets. The hotel is located 21 km from O.R. Tambo International Airport and provides a paid airport shuttle service for guests. Nearby attractions include Zoo Lake Park and Gillooly's Farm, both within a short drive of the property.

  • Awards: Best Destination Spa (2021) and Best Business Hotel (2024) in South Africa
  • Golf: On-site Houghton Golf Club with championship history
  • Penthouses: Luxury suites with private hot tubs and pool views
  • Spa: Full-service spa with body scrubs, facials, and hot tubs
  • Dining: 3 restaurants including Cyra, Nova Bistro, and Sky Bar
  • Business: Tailored conference solutions and a dedicated business lounge
  • Pools: Two outdoor pools, one indoor heated, all with infinity edges
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

Luggage 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 centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Infinity pool

Sports & Fitness

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

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 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 232 £
📏 Distance to centre 5.1 km
✈️ Distance to airport 20.4 km
🧳 Nearest airport O.R. Tambo International, JNB

Location

Lloys Ellis Avenue, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2198
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Lloys Ellis Avenue, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2198
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Golf Course
Houghton Golf Club
560 m
Restaurant
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930 m
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Momo Ando
870 m
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Baha Taco
1.0 km
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Hokkaido
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Restaurant
47 On Grant
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Restaurant
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1.1 km

Reviews of The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

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FAQ about The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

How far is the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel from the city centre?
The The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel is located in the Houghton district.
Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the 5-star The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?
Houghton Golf Club is 600 meters from the 5-star The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf, and Observatory Golf Club, which is 2.5 km away.
Is airport shuttle provided by the hotel?
Airport shuttle which will take you to the hotel with a 19-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Can we park our car at the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?
Yes, guests of the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf can take advantage of a car park on site.
Does the 5-star The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 5-star The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel.
What payment methods are available in the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel?
At the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf?
The The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf provides such room types as King Room, Standard Twin Room, and Junior Suite.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel?
Some suites at the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel boast soundproof windows, a sofa set and a writing desk as well as separate bathrooms which include hair dryers and bath sheets.
Does the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel offer special amenities for people with disabilities?
Yes, at the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel there are wheelchair access, rooms with accessible facilities, and accessible bathrooms available for guests with special needs.
Does the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf can help you in Afrikaans, Portuguese, Italian, and English.
Are there any facilities for children at the hotel?
Yes, guests with children will have access to cots, a changing table, and high chairs available at the hotel.
Which facilities does the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel provide?
The The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel features an impressive score of 9.3 for its facilities, which include a barber shop and a storage for belongings as well as currency exchange and a lift.
Which children services are offered at the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel?
For guests staying at the The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf hotel with their children, child services will be very useful.
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