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Luxury hotels in Johannesburg

A curated list of 5-star luxury hotels and resorts

Tomas Mazowski A list by Tomas Mazowski. This guide was last updated in November 2022.

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Johannesburg. I hope you will like it!

  • 1 The Giglio Boutique Hotel Johannesburg, South Africa

    The Giglio Boutique Hotel

    ***** Hotel. Set in Johannesburg, 7.4 km from Observatory Golf Club, The Giglio Boutique Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers a business centre and a concierge service. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 3500 ZAR.

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  • 2 Parkwood Boutique Hotel Johannesburg, South Africa

    Parkwood Boutique Hotel

    ***** Hotel. The Parkwood is nestled in a lush and well-manicured garden estate in Parkwood, Johannesburg. It offers luxurious accommodation with a swimming pool and free Wi-Fi in all areas. With modern finishes, the well-appointed guest rooms all feature a private patio with garden and pool views. Show full description Guest review score 9.3, rooms from around 2560 ZAR.

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  • 3 Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa Johannesburg, South Africa

    Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa

    ***** Hotel. This award-winning boutique hotel, located in a tranquil suburb of Sandton, impresses with its Balinese Spa, excellent restaurant and world-class suites. Opulent design and personalized service await guests at Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa. Start the day with breakfast at a time that suits you best. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 4300 ZAR.

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  • 4 Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg, South Africa

    Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff

    ***** Hotel. Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff is a luxury 5-star hotel located within 1 km from the Johannesburg Zoo. Featuring an expansive lush garden, the hotel offers a restaurant, fitness centre. The hotel has a wellness centre where guests can enjoy massages and beauty treatments. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 4738 ZAR.

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  • 5 Voco Johannesburg Rosebank an IHG Hotel Johannesburg, South Africa

    voco Johannesburg Rosebank an IHG Hotel

    ***** Hotel. Set in Johannesburg and with Parkview Golf Club reachable within 4.1 km, voco Johannesburg Rosebank an IHG Hotel offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 2655 ZAR.

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  • 6 The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf Johannesburg, South Africa

    The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf

    ***** Hotel. Located in Johannesburg, 2.5 km from Observatory Golf Club, The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. With a bar, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 2800 ZAR.

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  • 7 Vivari Hotel and Spa by Mantis Johannesburg, South Africa

    Vivari Hotel and Spa by Mantis

    ***** Hotel. Set in Johannesburg, 5.6 km from Roodepoort Country Club, Vivari Hotel and Spa by Mantis offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel has a terrace and a bar. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 3420 ZAR.

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  • 8 Sandton Sun and Towers Johannesburg, South Africa

    Sandton Sun and Towers

    ***** Hotel. This 5-star hotel is located in the heart of Johannesburg’s economic hub, connected to Sandton Convention Centre. It offers spacious rooms, a variety of dining options and a state-of-the-art Business Suite. Sandton Sun and Towers is also connected to the luxury shopping centre, Sandton City. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 2925 ZAR.

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  • 9 Rand Club Suites Johannesburg, South Africa

    Rand Club Suites

    ***** Hotel. Located in Johannesburg, 3.9 km from Johannesburg Stadium, Rand Club Suites provides accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers luggage storage space. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 1550 ZAR.

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  • 10 African Pride Melrose Arch, Autograph Collection Johannesburg, South Africa

    African Pride Melrose Arch, Autograph Collection

    ***** Hotel. In Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, this trendy 5-star hotel is 10 km from the city centre. It offers stylish rooms with state-of-the-art amenities and oversized bathrooms. Enjoy fine dining and a luxurious pool. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 2050 ZAR.

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  • 11 Toadbury Hall Country Hotel Johannesburg, South Africa

    Toadbury Hall Country Hotel

    ***** Hotel. Located in Johannesburg, 11 km from Eagle Canyon Country Club, Toadbury Hall Country Hotel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel has a restaurant and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is set 15 km from Cradle of Humankind. Show full description Guest review score 6.7, rooms from around 2450 ZAR.

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  • 12 Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa Johannesburg, South Africa

    Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa

    ***** Hotel. Featuring luxurious and spacious suites, Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa includes a spa and outdoor pool. It is located in Johannesburg’s suburb of Sandhurst and includes 3 restaurants, free WiFi, and free parking. Each elegant room at the Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa incorporates African art. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 11200 ZAR.

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  • 13 Hoeveld House Johannesburg, South Africa

    Hoeveld House

    ***** Hotel. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Hoeveld House offers accommodation in Sandton, 200 metres from Inanda Club. The hotel has an outdoor pool and views of the pool, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 3150 ZAR.

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  • 14 Seven Villa Hotel & Spa Johannesburg, South Africa

    Seven Villa Hotel & Spa

    ***** Hotel. Located in Johannesburg, 2 km from Gautrain Sandton Station, Seven Villa Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving Steakhouse cuisine. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 2657 ZAR.

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  • 15 Palazzo Hotel Johannesburg, South Africa

    Palazzo Hotel

    ***** Hotel. Featuring a manicured Tuscan-style garden and a large outdoor pool with a relaxing area, this luxurious 5-style hotel is situated in the peaceful area of Fourways Johannesburg. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and DVD player. All rooms at the Palazzo Montecasino Hotel are elegant and decorated with warm colours and stylish furniture. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 2885 ZAR.

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  • 16 54 on Bath Johannesburg, South Africa

    54 on Bath

    ***** Hotel. Located in the cultural district of Rosebank, 54 on Bath offers a large terrace area and an outdoor swimming pool. The spacious rooms include a working desk and wide windows. All modern decorated rooms offer views of the landscaped garden area or the city. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 2340 ZAR.

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  • 17 DAVINCI Hotel on Nelson Mandela Square Johannesburg, South Africa

    DAVINCI Hotel on Nelson Mandela Square

    ***** Hotel. Featuring an infinity pool with cushioned loungers, this Sandton hotel offers a full-service spa and gym. DaVinci’s gourmet restaurant includes a sushi bar and serves a variety of European specialities. Set on Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton City with its shopping mall and restaurants is right on the doorstep, while the property is a mere 550 metres from Sandton Gautrain Station. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 3750 ZAR.

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  • 18 Raphael Suites Johannesburg, South Africa

    Raphael Suites

    ***** Hotel. Featuring free WiFi, Raphael Suites offers accommodation in Johannesburg. The hotel has an outdoor pool. Free private parking is available on site. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 2920 ZAR.

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  • 19 Hilton Sandton Johannesburg, South Africa

    Hilton Sandton

    ***** Hotel. Situated in the heart of the business district of Sandton and featuring a fitness centre, swimming pool and landscaped gardens, The Hilton Sandton is located 900 metres from the Sandton Convention Centre. The contemporary rooms feature garden or city views, with a complimentary newspaper. There is a tennis court as well as spa and sauna centre. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 1530 ZAR.

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  • 20 The Winston Hotel Johannesburg, South Africa

    The Winston Hotel

    ***** Hotel. This colonial-style 5 star boutique hotel in Rosebank, Johannesburg offers free Wi-Fi, free private parking and rooms with a flat-screen TV. It is near Rosebank's trendy shops and restaurants. Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool and a library with WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 7.9, rooms from around 1900 ZAR.

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  • 21 Over The Moon Guesthouse Johannesburg, South Africa

    Over The Moon Guesthouse

    ***** Guest house. Over The Moon Guesthouse is located in Northcliff. The solar-powered guest house offers stunning city views and features an outdoor pool. The spacious and modern suites overlook the skylines of Johannesburg, Rosebank and Sandton. Show full description Guest review score 9.6, rooms from around 1362 ZAR.

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  • 22 The Residence Johannesburg, South Africa

    The Residence

    ***** Guest house. Located in Houghton, The Residence is a boutique hotel that offers spacious suites with a spa bath, and a balcony overlooking the garden, the tennis court 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. Show full description Guest review score 9.2, rooms from around 4768 ZAR.

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  • 23 Hyde Park Guest House Johannesburg, South Africa

    Hyde Park Guest House

    ***** Guest house. Conveniently situated in the leafy suburb of Hyde Park and 3 km away from Sandton, Hyde Park Guest House offers luxurious accommodation and a pool. Johannesburg is 10 km away. The individually decorated rooms are equipped with en-suite bathrooms, mini bars and flat-screen TVs. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 1750 ZAR.

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  • 24 Gallo Manor Executive Bed & Breakfast Johannesburg, South Africa

    Gallo Manor Executive Bed & Breakfast

    ***** Guest house. Located in Johannesburg, 7.9 km from Gautrain Sandton Station, Gallo Manor Executive Bed & Breakfast provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. This 5-star guest house offers a shared kitchen, a concierge service and free WiFi. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 1000 ZAR.

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Tomas Mazowski

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