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The Residence

5 stars
From
$204
Cheapest

rate per night

9.1
Excellent
319 reviews
Fri 5/10
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Sat 5/11
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Luxury room
Double room
King room

About The Residence

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Parking for free
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. 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 cosy log fire fireplace, or relax in the spacious veranda. Sandton City is 6 km away and the hotel provides free private parking and a car rental service. An airport shuttle and a tour desk are also available.

Latest deals for The Residence

Fri 5/10
Sat 5/11
Luxury room
1 king bed
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Double room
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King room
1 king bed

*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at The Residence

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Packed lunches
  • Fruits
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Dining room
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Basics

  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Open-air bath
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Spa bath
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Private pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Increased accessibility
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 meters)
  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Radio
  • CD player
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Baby safety gates
  • Children's high chair

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Golf
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of The Residence

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9.1
WonderfulBased on 319 verified guest reviews
9.2Families
9.2Solo
9.7Friends
9.0Couples

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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Best hotel in Jo'burg. Great rooms, staff and food
Cons:nothing

Location

17th 4th Avenue, 2198 Johannesburg, Gauteng

What's nearby

  • South African Museum of Military History1.1 mi
  • Johannesburg Zoo1.3 mi
  • Constitution Hill2 mi
  • Johannesburg Art Gallery2.3 mi
  • Johannesburg Planetarium2.5 mi
  • Neighbourgoods Market2.5 mi
  • Wits Art Museum2.5 mi
  • Market Theatre3 mi
  • Africa Museum3.1 mi
  • Sci-Bono Discovery Centre3.2 mi
  • Standard Bank Gallery3.2 mi
  • Lindfield Victorian House Museum3.4 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Residence

Low season

July

High season

May

Average price (weeknight)

$300

Average price (weekend night)

$204
Cheapest month to stay with an average 27% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 43% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at The Residence

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Top tips for your stay at The Residence

  • If you’re after a cheap room at The Residence, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in July and August.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at The Residence, plan to stay on a Tuesday or Friday. The most expensive day is usually Wednesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at The Residence was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $382, while the most expensive was $382.
  • How long should you stay at The Residence? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at The Residence

  • Where is The Residence located?

    The Residence is located at 17th 4th Avenue in North, 2.7 miles from the center of Johannesburg. South African Museum of Military History is the closest landmark to The Residence.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Residence?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Residence.

  • Does The Residence offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Residence offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does The Residence offer free parking?

    Yes, The Residence offers free parking.

  • How far is The Residence from the airport?

    The Residence is 11.2 miles from Johannesburg OR Tambo. The Residence is 17.7 miles from Johannesburg Lanseria.

  • Does The Residence have a pool?

    Yes, The Residence has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great The Residence hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at The Residence in Johannesburg and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at The Residence and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for The Residence.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.8

Distance to city center

2.7 mi

Nearest Airport

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Distance to airport

11.2 mi