The Residence

–Excellent location – show map
+135 photos
Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Free Wifi

9.8

Located in Houghton, The Residence is a boutique hotel that offers spacious suites with a spa bath, and a balcony overlooking the garden, the fire pit or the outdoor pool. Each of the air-conditioned suites is elegantly decorated with antique French crystal chandeliers, dramatic velvet drapes and Persian rugs. All the suites have king size beds with pillows of soft goose down and fine Egyptian cottons. Guests can start their day with a rich breakfast buffet, including freshly squeezed fruit juices and delicacies prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients. The Residence Spa offers traditional spa treatments, a sauna and a steam room. You can also sit next to the cozy log fire fireplace, or relax in the spacious veranda. Sandton City is 3.7 mi away and the hotel provides free private parking and a car rental service. An airport shuttle and a tour desk are also available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Gemma
United States United States
“Wonderful staff, gorgeous property. Best meal of our 5 week trip in South Africa and Namibia - try the ostrich steak here!”
Shawn
United States United States
“best massage treatment I have ever had in my life - the rooms are incredible and the place is just magical - we will stay there every time we are in Jo-berg”
Razeen
South Africa South Africa
“The staff was super friendly. The place was lovely and had that modern touch with abit of old school. The breakfast was excellent. The room was out of this world maybe one of the best stay Ive ever experienced.”
Keisha
United States United States
“The place, the location, the staff were all excellent. Definitely would stay there again. And oh my, the massage at the spa was divine.”
Lynn
United States United States
“Pictures do not do it justice!! It is a stunning property!!!”
Lee-anne
Canada Canada
“Beautiful property with gorgeous gardens. The Staff are Proffessional and friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!”
Willaim
United States United States
“This was a one night layover in Johannesburg after being in Paris, Kenya and the Seychelles , for two weeks. This property FAR exceeds all expectations. The couples spa treatment was the absolute best.”
Roger
Canada Canada
“We loved the design of this hotel. It was like Ethan Allen had had a hand in decorating the public spaces - it was so perfectly boho British Colonial. We loved the cozy bar and the lush plantings on the grounds of the hotel. Also loved the...”
Yohai
Mexico Mexico
“It was just a great experience, it gave us calm and safety feeling on a very insecure City . The spa services were really good, People were really kind.”
Joseph
United States United States
“Very clean and neat, luxurious, with excellent service.”

Managed by Staff

Company review score: 9.7Based on 231 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

The Residence is an extraordinary boutique hotel that is truly one of a kind, no effort has been spared in creating the most sublime surroundings to surpass your greatest expectations. Whether you are a business professional with a demanding executive schedule or a leisure traveller with time to spend at your own discretion, we are here to ensure that your stay with us will be memorable. Guests can work out in our fitness room, and arrangements can be made to play a round of golf on the nearby Houghton Golf Course. A warm, hospitable welcome awaits you at The Residence exudes a charming air of quiet dignity, with an abundance of bougainvillea blossoms cascading down the terraced gardens. This is a blissful oasis where guests are treated with personalised service and are invited to make themselves at home.

Neighborhood info

The Residence, located in the historic suburb of Houghton, which is also home to many famous residents including former president Nelson Mandela.

Languages Spoken

Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • American • European • Grill/BBQ • South African
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
  • Dietary options
    Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Residence

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

The Residence takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 950 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 1,582.50 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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There are no cribs available at this property.

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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