It’s been a little while since I last wrote a hotel review , or even about Johannesburg for that matter. My recent travels have had me writing about destinations a little further afield, but I also love to write about the fabulous city I live in.
When the opportunity arose to visit the beautiful The Residence Hotel via a invitation from Inspirational Places, I was there with bells on.
I was quite concerned as the hotel were situated very close the the late Nelson Mandela's house in Houghton, not a hotel area but soon realized that this were the perfect setting for their concept.
Take a stroll through the manicured gardens and enjoy a game of tennis or swim a few lengths in the outdoor pools. Guests can work out in our fitness room, and arrangements can be made to play a round of golf on the nearby Houghton Golf Course.
I was quite concerned as the hotel were situated very close the the late Nelson Mandela's house in Houghton, not a hotel area but soon realized that this were the perfect setting for their concept.
Take a stroll through the manicured gardens and enjoy a game of tennis or swim a few lengths in the outdoor pools. Guests can work out in our fitness room, and arrangements can be made to play a round of golf on the nearby Houghton Golf Course.
A warm, hospitable welcome awaited me as well as a glass of French bubbly and warm greeting from the butlers.
"The Residence exudes a charming air of quiet dignity, with an abundance of bougainvillea blossoms cascading down the terraced gardens. This is a blissful oasis where guests are treated with personalized service and are invited to make themselves at home." This is exactly what I experienced.
The suites are all different with outside showers and amazing views.
The best was the luxury spa and rooftop bar. You have to try it out. I never had an opportunity to have a meal but the spread that was laid out in the restaurant looked impeccable. Best of all is that the executive chef is also a co owner.
That means that the cuisine comes personalized and with a whole lot of pride.
To sum up The Residence in 3 words I would choose tranquil, fanciful and flawless. As you can think the price of a one night stay doesn’t come cheap. But if you’re looking for a boutique experience whilst in the capital of Africa, then The Residence is the one.
The Residence Hotel and Spa
Houghton, Johannesburg
South Africa
www.theresidence.co.za
For more reviews and pictures go to my facebook and Instgram pages
Instagram: glisson_n
Facebook: Glisson Niekerk
To sum up The Residence in 3 words I would choose tranquil, fanciful and flawless. As you can think the price of a one night stay doesn’t come cheap. But if you’re looking for a boutique experience whilst in the capital of Africa, then The Residence is the one.
The Residence Hotel and Spa
Houghton, Johannesburg
South Africa
www.theresidence.co.za
For more reviews and pictures go to my facebook and Instgram pages
Instagram: glisson_n
Facebook: Glisson Niekerk
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