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About the Hotel

17 4Th Avenue Houghton, Johannesburg, South Africa
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5-star boutique hotel in Johannesburg's Houghton neighborhood

Accommodations

Each suite at The Residence is individually decorated with antique French crystal chandeliers, velvet drapes, and Persian rugs. Some suites offer private balconies with outdoor showers and spa baths overlooking the garden or pool. The air-conditioned suites include king-size beds with goose-down pillows and fine Egyptian cotton linen.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves a breakfast buffet with seasonal ingredients and freshly squeezed fruit juices. Dinner options include dishes like ostrich steak, salmon, and chicken makhaya, accompanied by live piano music. The bar provides a selection of wines and champagnes, and a snack bar is available for lighter meals.

Spa & Wellness

The Residence Spa offers traditional spa treatments, a steam room, and a sauna for relaxation. A heated outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center with TechnoGym equipment, and a hot tub are available on the property. The spa also provides body wraps, massages, and manicures in dedicated treatment rooms.

Location & Grounds

The hotel sits in Houghton, a 6 km drive from Sandton City shopping center and close to the Nelson Mandela Foundation. The landscaped gardens contain three swimming pools, a fire pit, and a koi pond with outdoor seating. A tour desk arranges visits to Johannesburg attractions, and an airport shuttle operates for guest transport.

Services & Activities

Concierge service arranges private tours of Soweto and Johannesburg, including visits to the Apartheid Museum. Evening entertainment includes live music performances and bike tours around the neighborhood. The hotel provides a car rental service, free private parking, and a business center for faxing and photocopying.

Highlights

Accommodations: Suites with antique chandeliers, outdoor showers, and spa baths

Dining: Restaurant with ostrich steak and live piano

Wellness: Heated pool, spa with steam room and sauna

Location: Houghton, 6 km from Sandton City

Spa: Full body massages and body wraps available

Activities: Private Soweto tours and bike tours

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The Residence offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Madiba Suite
2 persons
820 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Pool Villa
2 persons
1145 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Private pool
Penthouse
2 persons
660 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Luxury Suite No Jacuzzi
2 persons
485 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments
Facilities: Perfect
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General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Barber shop
  • Coffee shop
  • Fireplace
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Children's buffet
  • Board games

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Open-air bath

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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The Residence Location

17 4Th Avenue Houghton, Johannesburg, South Africa
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17 4Th Avenue Houghton, Johannesburg, South Africa
Nearby
Houghton Dr
The Wilds
2000 ft
Restaurants
Pizza Del Forno
2900 ft
Killarney Ave Shop 25A
Mugg & Bean
2900 ft
Riviera Rd Riviera Rd
Simply Asia Killarney Mall
2000 ft
34-54 Fourth Street and Riviera Road Shop 99 Killarney Mall
Wimpy
2800 ft
60 Riviera Road
Byblos Hubbly Lounge
3600 ft
Rivonia Boulevard 9th Ave
Chez Fong
1.3 mi
St Patrick Road
Getting around
City Centre
Johannesburg8 min  ·  2.9 mi
Airports
Rand (QRA)32 min  ·  12.9 mi
O.R. Tambo International (JNB)34 min  ·  13.9 mi
Train
Ellis Park Railway Station6 min  ·  2.4 mi
Fordsburg9 min  ·  3.6 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-22:00
Check-out
from 10:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel The Residence serves a full breakfast for free. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Afrikaans, Zulu
Number of rooms:
18

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Residence from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 187 verified reviews
9.2/10
Perfect
94%
Recommend
Breakfast
9.3/10
Cleanliness
9.5/10
Comfort
9.6/10
Facilities
9.4/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.6/10
Location
9.2/10
Paid Wi-Fi
4.3/10
Staff
9.6/10
Value for money
9.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 243 reviews
9.3/10
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