Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa
36 Saxon Road Sandhurst, Sandton 2196 South Africa
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The Saxon has a story to tell. Originally a private home and host to many honoured guests including World Leaders, Celebrities and guest alike. The art within the hotel portrays lives lived with guests and friends spending time together. Elegant. Luxurious. Unforgettable. Merging the finest culinary experiences, the ultimate in luxurious accommodation and the award-winning Spa, the Saxon will take you on an unforgettable journey. This is truly the place you can call home. Let the Saxon treat you to personalised, discreet service and unparalleled South African hospitality. The Saxon is Johannesburg's most luxurious hotel and one of the worlds top award winning hotels.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
Free breakfast
Babysitting
Airport transportation
Business Centre with Internet Access
Secured parking
Wifi
Hot bath
Pool / beach towels
Infinity pool
Outdoor pool
Heated pool
Fitness / spa changing rooms
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Poolside bar
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full body massage
Hammam
Hand massage
Head massage
Manicure
Massage
Neck massage
Pedicure
Salon
Steam room
Waxing services
Baggage storage
Concierge
Non-smoking hotel
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Butler service
Doorperson
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Shoeshine
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Room features
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Additional bathroom
Desk
Dining area
Minibar
Cable / satellite TV
Walk-in shower
Housekeeping
Private balcony
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
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36 Saxon Road Sandhurst, Sandton 2196 South Africa
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RoomType - Presidental Suite. Wonderful decor and interior! Super clean. Butler Service excellent. Food&Beverages in both Restaurants excellent. All the Team performed high professional and heart warming! SPA staff and Treatments excellent!!! We were treated like friends&family. THE place to stay in JNB. We will definitly come back!!! Bettina & Gioia
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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I would like to take a moment to convey my deep admiration and gratitude for the exceptional service, professionalism, personal touch, and strong work ethic displayed by your entire staff to myself, the Up In The Air Life staff, and our dear guests. Throughout the past month, their dedication has been nothing short of remarkable, as you have catered to not just one, but two groups of our esteemed guests. It is challenging to find the right words to accurately express my feelings, but the resounding sentiment that echoes within me is that we will most definitely be returning! Your outstanding efforts have left an indelible mark, and we eagerly anticipate the opportunity to once again experience the unparalleled level of service you provide. Thank You! 😊
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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We only stayed for one night and we cannot fault the service! As others have said this is a true five star hotel, dinner on the terrace was a very enjoyable experience! I personally think I would rather stay in the main hotel as I found the outside villas felt a little away from it all but that was our fault as we went for an upgrade. All in all a very luxurious overnight stay!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The Saxon is a phantastic place The hotel, rooms and everything is very good. The staff mebmers are absolutely friendly and most of all, the quality of food is outstanding ( we have been eating in the Qunu ) and it was really Michelan Star level. We did not expect something like that so the surpicse was so positive. And the same for breakfast. It was good quality and service was top. To end the brakfast with a glass of champagne was the topping. We also got a veryy late checkout ( 4pm) as we had an evening flight. So we will definetely come back to this wonderful place
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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This was the start of our honeymoon and oh! What a start it was ! Nothing like it ! Exceptional facilities , excellent and professional staff, stunning property ! We only wished we could have stayed longer
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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The very best in hospitality, relaxation, comfort, service and fantastic food. Attention to every detail. The best experience and I can’t wait to return. Staff that care and welcome you and ensure your every need is seen to. You can escape to the pool, back gardens, spa or various areas. The food and beverage services and choices superb!
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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This is an amazing facility. Beautiful grounds, impeccable service and you feel as though you are in an oasis in a major city. You feel as though you are part of the history of South Africa. We were only here for 2 nights but we would definitely return.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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This was my second time staying here. From my first stay, which was towards the end of the pandemic, I recall extraordinary efficiency in front office arranging for a document to be notarized at night. And things in general were chaotic at that time and they still managed to make things work. This time around I didn’t leave the hotel compound for the duration of my stay because everything I needed was right here - wonderful suite and gardens to de -stress, great spa and no interruptions in so far as electric supply and water which is a major issue in South Africa at the moment. Suite was always well stocked with amenities and towels, never had to ask for anything which I find is the exception rather than the rule when staying in high end hotels these days. Personalized and a high standard of customer service is the norm here. This self contained, self sustainable property is very special and price wise ended up being comparable to some of the high end hotels of Beverly Hills and Europe. Best to join and book through leading hotels of the world and possibly receive an upgrade to a high floor in the main building plus breakfast and early check in and late check out. Late check out being very helpful for evening flight departures out of OR Tambo.…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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We recently stayed 3 nights at The Saxon Hotel. The hotel is in a beautiful suburb and it is gorgeous with amazing African Artifacts throughout the hotel. The entry level rooms are 860 square feet and are furnished in a lovely décor including a huge soaking tub, balcony, separate shower, spacious living area and lots of closet space. The grounds of the hotel have exquisite gardens and it is nice to stroll around. Nelson Mandela stayed at the hotel when writing his autobiography. We ate all our dinners in the hotel restaurant with live music and a great atmosphere. The food was outstanding, creative and of the highest quality. Thank you to our wonderful waiter Philani who provided us with attentive service and to Lindsey who made us delicious cocktails. Enjoyed meeting F & B director- Ashwin. The a la carte breakfast was also wonderful. Thanks to our servers- Onias and Elekune. Johannesburg is a very interesting city. Be sure to allow yourself time to visit it. We spent one day with a fabulous guide who explained all about the city and also took us to two townships. It was truly a highlight to see how the people live in the townships. We went inside their homes, had a performance by drummers and singers and saw the everyday life there. We found the people so friendly and happy. We then ended our tour at the Apartheid Museum which is a must see. If you are there on a Sunday be sure not to miss the Rosebank Sunday Market- it was fantastic and huge! Every day the Rosebank Arts & Craft Market is open where we bought some wooden African masks. Both are nearby each other and are only 13 minutes from the hotel. It is very safe to take Uber Black and very reasonable. The Spa at the hotel is fantastic! We had facials and massages. Thanks to Felicia and Faith who were exceptional. Also thank you to Thulia (Spa Reception) and Tanya (Spa Manager) Housekeeping cleaned our room to perfection twice a day. All the staff had great attitudes. The hotel gave us lovely treats in our room every day. The General Manager- George Cohen surely knows how to run a magnificent hotel. If you are looking for the best hotel in Johannesburg with beautiful hotel. accommodations, great service and delicious food than The Saxon should be your only choice. There is a reason it won an Award for Africa’s leading boutique hotel. …
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from George Cohen, Other at Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa
Responded 7 Sept 2023
Dear Sally6, Thank you so much for sharing such a detailed review of your recent stay with us, I am thrilled that you managed to enjoy some time exploring the city as well. I will most definitely share your lovely feedback with our team. I look forward to welcoming you back to your new home in South Africa soon. Best regards, George Cohen
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Super one night stay. We were lucky enough to be upgraded to a presidential suite, which was nearly the size of our whole house at home! Service was absolutely impeccable. Probably the nicest hotel stay of our lives, and we are frequent travelers.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from George Cohen, Other at Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa
Responded 7 Sept 2023
Dear julierG6531AJ, Thank you for your review. I am delighted you enjoyed your stay, and to read that you were taken care of by our team. We hope to be able to welcome you back on your travels! Best regards, George Cohen
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PRICE RANGE
US$621 - US$745 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
saxon boutique hotel johannesburg, hotel saxon boutique
LOCATION
South AfricaGautengGreater JohannesburgSandton
NUMBER OF ROOMS
53
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Frequently Asked Questions about Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa
Which popular attractions are close to Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa?
Nearby attractions include Ace and Pearl Fine Wine Bar (0.7 miles), Chabad Of Strathavon (0.3 miles), and Sandton Central Shul (0.3 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa?
Conveniently located restaurants include Qunu Restaurant, The Royale, and Woolworths Cafe.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness centre, and locker rooms available in the fitness centre during their stay.
Does Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa have airport transportation?
Yes, Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 miles away from the centre of Sandton.
Are any cleaning services offered at Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Does Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.