The Residence
Guest hou, 5-star17 4th Avenue Houghton, Johannesburg, South AfricaShow on map
Top rated
Guests rate it highest for service, location and amenities.
9.2433Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM. The front desk is staffed around the clock, so a late arrival is fine.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.4 out of 10, at 17 4th Avenue Houghton.
- Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.
Luxurious Suites with Spa Bath and Balcony
The Residence in Houghton offers elegant suites adorned with antique French crystal chandeliers and plush Persian rugs. Relax in a spa bath and enjoy the view from your balcony overlooking the garden, tennis court, or outdoor pool.
Gourmet Breakfast and Spa Retreat
Indulge in a rich breakfast buffet featuring fresh juices and seasonal delicacies. Unwind at The Residence Spa with traditional treatments, sauna, and steam room. Cozy up by the fireplace or enjoy the veranda for ultimate relaxation.
What this place offers
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
Rooms
9.2
Top rated
Rated 9.2 out of 10 by 433 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness9.2
- Service9.8
- Location9.4
- Rooms8.9
- Amenities9.3
- Value9.2
- Food & drink8.8
Guests mention
Exceptional, attentive serviceDelicious breakfast (including oysters)Penthouse with jacuzzi and fireplaceQuiet, well-situated locationSpa, heated pool and other strong amenitiesRomantic, elegant decor and live piano
ErikaItalyMy fav hotel in Joburg
Boutique hotel elegante e raffinato
MarkAustraliaSuperbly presented boutique hotel with wonderful professional and friendly staff with a lovely restaurant serving the ve
Superbly presented boutique hotel with wonderful professional and friendly staff with a lovely restaurant serving the very best of meals and wines. Highly recommended.
AbbottUnited KingdomThoroughly enjoyed our stay at this excellent hotel. Have already visited again and would highly recommend.
AnjaUnited KingdomBest service and caring hotel
This is one of the most thoughtful and caring hotels I have ever stayed in. They even put a hot water bottle into our beds at night to make the stay even more comfortable and all members of staff were beyond…
EstherSouth AfricaThe breakfast was so delicious
Everything was excellent. The room was big with a fireplace and they put hot water bottles in the blankets and we slept so well in a quiet place.
OrenSouth Africaneed some kind of heater on the patio,
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated August 2026.
Where you’ll be
17 4th Avenue Houghton, Johannesburg, South Africa
Guests rate the location 9.4 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 11:00 AM
Children welcome
Show more
No pets
Free parking on site
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
Show more
A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- That the desk is staffed when you land, and that the room is held past cut-off.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about The Residence
What time is check-in and check-out at The Residence?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does The Residence allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at The Residence?
Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.
Does The Residence have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Is breakfast included at The Residence?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does The Residence have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at The Residence?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does The Residence have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
Can I check in late at The Residence?
The property lists a front desk staffed 24 hours, so a late arrival should be possible. Standard check-in is from 2:00 PM. Rooms are still released after a cut-off at some properties regardless of the desk hours, so tell us your arrival time and we'll have them hold it.
How do I book The Residence?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is The Residence?
17 4th Avenue Houghton, Johannesburg.
Other places we book in Johannesburg
Nothing to do with the booking above. The same market, priced the same way, for if this one is not it.
Home Suite Hotels Rosebank9.8 · 2252 reviews
The Cliffside Boutique Getaway9.8 · 233 reviews
Campafela Guest House10.0 · 125 reviews
Sanctuary Mandela10.0 · 115 reviews
31OnGambia9.6 · 334 reviewsKent Manor Guest SuitesSaxon Hotel, Villas & SpaThe Wantage SuitesHoughton Place4 LulworthThe Great Gatsby HoughtonThe ParkwoodGrace Guest HouseBoutique StayThe Monarch HotelZevenster Boutique Hotel by The GiglioBurkleigh HouseLeighwood LodgeForest Haven49-on-CherryAmberhall GuesthouseFishbird Art Deco VillaRivonia Guest HouseFour Seasons Hotel The WestcliffPablo HouseDunton Guest HouseB&B on 8th Avenue58 On Hume Guesthouse and SpaThe ResidenceHadeda Hall