Overview

The Residence is an extraordinary boutique hotel that is truly one of a kind, no effort has been spared in creating the most sublime surroundings to surpass your greatest expectations. Whether you are a business professional with a demanding executive schedule or a leisure traveller with time to spend at your own discretion, we are here to ensure that your stay with us will be memorable.

A warm, hospitable welcome awaits you at The Residence, located in the historic suburb of Houghton, which is also home to many famous residents including former president Nelson Mandela. 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 personalised service and are invited to make themselves at home.

Luxurious, elegant and inviting

Words do not do justice to the magnificence of the suites at The Residence. A seductive symphony of sophisticated style, each opulent suite has been individually designed and tastefully decorated to please the discerning few who are fortunate enough to experience these sumptuous surroundings.

The air-conditioned suites are generously proportioned and designed for ultimate comfort and privacy, leading out to spacious balconies with tables, chairs and sun loungers shaded by large sun umbrellas. Here you can sit back and take in the views of the garden, tennis court and pool.

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.

Serene sanctuary of the senses

On entering The Residence Spa on the second floor, you immediately become aware that this is a serene sanctuary for indulging the senses and soothing the mind, body and soul. The special effects convey an overall ambience of inwardly focused timelessness.

The two treatment rooms are built on a suspended wooden deck with the soft, rippling sounds of water running below it. This is your personal time capsule where you can enjoy traditional spa treatments or simply relax and unwind in the sauna and steam room. Breathe deeply, clear your mind, and allow yourself to drift away, as you meditate on finding a time and space where nothing matters except the here and now, and your ultimate we

Dining Room

At The Residence breakfast, lunch and dinner are served throughout the day. The menus offer a wide selection of inspired culinary creations.

There is a dining alcove leading off the formal dining area that is ideal for private dinner parties for up to twelve guests. The Ballroom can be booked for dinner parties for larger groups.

In addition to the elegant formal dining area, guests may choose to order from the snack menu or request room service.

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