The Residence – A Favorite for Families in Johannesburg
About the Hotel
Luxury Suite Accommodations
The Residence offers 5 suites with private balconies, gas fireplaces, hot tubs, and outdoor showers. The Madiba Suite features a converted elevator serving as a Champagne and wine cellar. All suites include king-size beds with goose down pillows, Egyptian cotton linens, Nespresso machines, satellite TV with streaming options, and air conditioning. Some suites offer views of the manicured gardens or outdoor pool.
Onsite Dining Options
Guests start the day with a breakfast buffet featuring freshly squeezed fruit juices and seasonal ingredients. The restaurant provides separate dining sections for privacy, including a completely separate Ballroom that accommodates up to 18 guests. Evening piano music accompanies the dining experience.
Recreation and Facilities
The property features three swimming pools (one heated), a tennis court with provided rackets and balls, and The Residence Spa with traditional treatments, sauna, and steam room. Multiple fireplaces are located throughout the lounges and dining areas. Extensive gardens include organic vegetable patches and chicken coops.
Houghton Location Access
Situated in Houghton, 8 km from Sandton and 25 km from Rand Airport. The hotel is 30 minutes from OR Tambo International Airport. Within walking distance to Houghton Golf Club and Killarney Country Club. Nearby landmarks include Nelson Mandela Foundation (2 km), Johannesburg Zoo (2 km), and Constitution Hill (3 km).
Personalized Guest Services
Concierge service assists with airline communications, accommodation arrangements, and private tours. Airport and local transfers available. The hotel provides soundproof walls, guest safes, and complimentary minibars. Candlelit paths illuminate the gardens at night, and spare reading glasses are available in lounges.
Choose from a variety of room types
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free 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
Location
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