The Residence
Make everyday special with all that Johannesburg has to offer with a stay at The Residence.
At The Residence, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. Free internet access provided within the hotel keeps you connected throughout your stay. Airport transfer services can be booked before your check-in date, to ensure a smooth and convenient arrival or departure. Exploring Johannesburg is made even more convenient with the taxi and shuttle services available at the hotel.
For guests arriving by car, parking is provided free of charge. Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including concierge service, express check-in or check-out, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. Booking the best tickets and getting the hottest restaurant reservations are made easy with help from the hotel's ticket service and tours. Cold evenings are even better than warm ones, when you can cozy up at the hotel's fireplace.
For longer stays or whenever you need it, the dry cleaning service and laundry service keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available. Feel like doing nothing? Available services like room service and daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your time at the The Residence. For health reasons, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hotel. For guests who would like to smoke, the designated smoking areas are available.
All rooms at The Residence are designed and decorated to make guests feel right at home. Enjoy your stay even more at the hotel, knowing that some selected rooms include linen service and air conditioning. Some rooms at The Residence are available with design features like a balcony or terrace. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find daily newspaper, television, in-room video streaming and cable TV available in some selected rooms.
Don't worry about being thirsty as a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker and mini bar are provided in some guestrooms. Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hotel you'll find a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels available in some guest bathrooms. Don't forget to visit the exquisite executive lounge to enjoy the luxury services and atmosphere.
Dining and things to do
Each morning you can start the day with a delicious in-house breakfast offered at The Residence. Don't start your vacation days without your morning coffee, available every morning in the café. A number of great dining options at the hotel assures that you'll always have convenient and delicious choices. A great night out couldn't be easier! Enjoy a fun evening without traveling outside at the bar.
Enjoy the countless activities offered at The Residence. A beach that's accessible right from the hotel puts you close to the ocean during your stay. A relaxing end to every day is possible with a visit to the massage, hot tub, steam room, spa and sauna. Don't forget to make a visit or two to the hotel's pool.
Burn off you vacation calories with a quick visit to the hotel's fitness facility. Challenge your travel group members or other guests to competitive fun, with the hotel's tennis court and golf course on site. Family time on relaxed evenings is easy with the hotel's library. Got someone special waiting for you back home? Then easily pick up a memorable gift at the souvenir shops.
Reasons to stay here
Find incredible value for money here, which is ranked better than 99% of the city's accommodation.
Compared to other accommodations in Johannesburg, facilities here are rated higher than 99% of them.
Compared to the city's accommodation options, this hotel scored higher than 99% of them for food and dining.
Unbelievable hotel - like home from home”
This hotel is nothing short of incredible. We were welcomed with friendliness and warmth from the moment we arrived. We stayed only one night and in that time had a swim, went to the gym, had a complimentary foot massage at the spa, ate a wonderful dinner on the terrace and wished we could stay longer. The hotel is small, intimate, full of hidden room and garden terraces. It feels like the kind of place you should stay for a month and you'd always find a new spot to sit and enjoy the space and the gardens. It's also unbelievable value for money. Just book it!
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Thank you so much for your amazing review, we really appreciate it and are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us here at The Residence. Thank you once again and all the very best from The Residence team.
Best Hotel I've Ever Stayed”
This hotel by aesthetics alone is amazing, but the experience is what sells. From the moment you walk through the door the goal is to make you feel at home. Moses guided us on a tour of the hotel and we fell in love. The Residence have thought about everything before you arrive. The multiple lounge rooms give a space to retreat from your room. The koi fish are beautiful and give ambience while you are dining. There are multiple complimentary drink stations throughout the hotel and a "cake of the day" for your sweet tooth. The spa services and Thuli and Queen were amazing. The room itself was great! Had a jacuzzi, walk in closet, beautiful balcony with a view of the pool and garden, and a surround sound music system with peaceful music playing. But I will never forget when I asked for late checkout (flight departed at 925pm) and they said "no problem, just stay in your room until you are ready to leave." I was shocked!I will always come back to The Residence when I'm in South Africa.
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Thank you so much for your review, it really means a lot to us and we are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Residence. We look forward to welcoming you back and would like to wish you all the very best until we meet again.
Madiba Suite - huge outdoor terrace and hot tub ”
The hotel photos simply do not do the hotel and Madiba Suite justice. From opening the door to the suite you are welcomed with a decanter of sherry kindly sat waiting for you in the suite reception area. You then pass the complimentary mini bar and the old lift which now fashions itself as a library and enter the bedroom. The pristine white sheets draped in rose petals momentarily distracts your eye from the complimentary bottle of bubbles and night time amarula. Stepping into the bathroom, the stand alone bath, his and hers wash basins and large shower are impressive but nothing compared to what waits outside. The large outdoor terrace with its ample seating, hot tub, outdoor shower and canopy day bed would put many beach clubs to shame. All this having walked through the grounds and buildings of the former Chinese embassy with the koi carp, water features and Asian plants throughout paying homage to the residences former occupants. Well worth a visit
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Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it and are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Residence. Wishing you all the very best and hope to welcome you back some day in the near future.
Stunning”
This is an amazing find. While the accommodations are spectacular, the staff is 6 stars. Samantha, Marvin, and Rambo are now my family. The graciousness, attentiveness, kindness, are superb. An amazing start to my one month African adventure. Come stay here. You must.
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Magical stay”
Hubby and I stayed The Pool Villa for 4 nights for our anniversary in Nov 2020. All Covid-19 protocols were done. The Villa was incredible, the heated private pool was gorgeous alongside the outside shower! The service was just fantastic and the staff at the hotel were wonderful. Unfortunately the owner of the spa was not the friendliest and I had a bad experience with her, quite shocking in fact. However the spa is just based at the premises and the spa therapists definitely made us feel great and provided incredible treatments. I would definitely recommend this place! Can’t wait to come back! Thanks for being awesome guys!
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Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it and congratulation once again on your anniversary, wishing you both all the very best! Thank you for your feedback regarding the spa owner, we will definitely address the matter raised. Thank you once again and all the very best from The Residence team.
Luxury Personified”
The pool villa was spacious and very comfortable... Food was on another level and the spa was great!
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Amazing luxury”
Lovely luxurious place to stay, staff cannot do enough for you and the rooms are spectacular and the grounds really nice. Heavenly and relaxing. SPA treatments are really good as well
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Amazing property ”
Beautiful location and setting, outdoor shower and tub in the room, excellent service.
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Wonderful stay ”
We had a wonderful time at the Residence hotel. Nothing was too much trouble and the staff were friendly and professional. Beautiful room and the hotel itself is stunning- we loved the decor. We had dinner in the hotel and it was great. We especially loved listening to the pianist who plays 5 nights a week. We will definitely return next time we are in Johannesburg - only wished we had longer there!
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Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it and look forward to welcoming you back. Thank you once again and all the very best from The Residence team.
Fantastic stay!”
We had a wonderful time at the Residence. Great rooms, very nice and friendly staff, greatly located in a safe area and super infrastructure. Will come back.
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You'll LOVE this hotel!”
If I could give the service and accomodations and, well, everything 10 stars, I would. Service throughout the hotel was spectacular, but I have to give a special call-out to Emanuel in the dining room for going above and beyond. When he learned we were leaving for the airport in a few minutes and wouldn't have time for breakfast beyond coffee, he quickly packed us breakfast in to-go containers. Incredibly thoughtful!
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Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it and Emmanuel sends his regards. We trust you enjoyed the rest of your trip and hope to welcome you back some day in the near future. Thank you once again and all the very best from The Residence team.
Fabulous and unusual”
The hotel is set in gorgeous gardens with 3 pools and comfortable intimate lounges tucked away around carp filled ponds. The food was great and service impeccable.
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More than the eye can see”
Looks very hidden and misleading as you drive in, but the surprise you get when you walk in, is incredible! Definitely worth taking a trip and staying with them.
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Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it and are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Residence. Wishing you all the very best and look forward to welcoming you back.
Lovely stay ”
Really nice hotel . Great staff and had a good meal in the restaurant
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Superb time away”
The Residence was a perfect setting for a short break away as a couple.
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Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it, and are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Residence. Wishing you all the very best and hope to welcome you back some day in the near future.
Special Breakaway”
My wife and I wanted to make our 20year anniversary very special. The Residence exceeded this expectation and the staff were super friendly and helpful. Might have to revisit much sooner :-)
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Exceptional”
My home from home in JHB. Cosy and comfy, peaceful and safe. The best staff ever!
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Exceptional”
Everything was perfect..as everytime for years now
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Boutique haven of tranquility ”
Lovely place to stay for 24 hours en route to Zanzibar- great service providing day room and early check in after arriving from airport at 8:30 am.. excellent jacuzzi suite, fab food lunch and dinner and even packed us pastries and coffee for early departure next morning- nearly forgot the excellent g&t’s at the vey nice bar! I would definitely return if I was in Jo’berg again..thanks!
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Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it and trust you enjoyed the rest of your trip. Thank you once again and all the very best from The Residence team.
Exceptional”
Enjoyed our stay nothing was to much trouble extremely helpfull
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Thank you so much for your review, we really appreciate it and are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you once again and all the very best from The Residence team