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Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa

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Suite (Nelson Mandela Platinum Suite) | View from room
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Terrace/patio
A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Luxury Suite | View from room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

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36 Saxon Road, Sandhurst, Sandton, Gauteng, 2196
  • Place, The Colony Shopping Centre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Hyde Park Corner
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandton City Mall
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Suite (Villa)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a piano, a TV, and a view of greenery through the windows.

Luxury Suite (Villa)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Presidential Suite

  • Garden view
  • 200 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a balcony with curtains.

Presidential Suite (Villa)

  • 200 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Suite (Nelson Mandela Platinum Suite)

  • 400 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Luxury Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa

2 restaurants, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa are available at this hotel. Free full breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free valet parking and a free manager's reception. Other amenities include 2 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness centre and a poolside bar.
Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa offers 53 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and free minibar items. Rooms open to balconies. This accommodation offers separate dining areas and includes dining tables. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include minibars and laptop-compatible safes. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a sauna and a 24-hour fitness centre.
The on-site spa has 11 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

During your stay at Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa, you'll be within walking distance of Hyde Park Corner. Features include free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking.
  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free valet parking and self-parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine at Saxon Qunu Restaurant, one of the property's 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Indulge with hot stone massages, manicures and pedicures or body treatments at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym, a steam room and a sauna
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Hyde Park Corner and 5 minutes from Peacemaker Museum
  • Airport, railway station and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 4898 square feet (455 square metres) and includes conference space. The luxury Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa also features a terrace, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), an area shuttle and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Johannesburg hotel.

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM. The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Saxon Qunu Restaurant – This fine-dining restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Saxon Terrace – This poolside restaurant specialises in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Olive Bar – Overlooking the pool and garden, this bar specialises in international cuisine and only serves light fare. Open daily.
Late-night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Awards and affiliations

Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.
The property is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Olive Bar
  • Saxon Qunu Restaurant
  • Saxon Terrace

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Stereo

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Dining table
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate bedroom
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • 4,898 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 11 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 3 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Dining table
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1450 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa offers transfers from the airport and train station (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Saxon
Saxon Hotel
Saxon Hotel Villas
Saxon Hotel Villas Johannesburg
Saxon Villas
Saxon Villas Johannesburg
Saxon Hotel Villas Sandton
Saxon Villas Sandton
Hotel Saxon Boutique
Saxon Hotel Villas And Spa Sandton Greater Johannesburg
Saxon Boutique Hotel Johannesburg
Saxon Hotel Villas Spa
Saxon Hotel Villas Spa
Saxon Hotel, And Spa Sandton
Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa Hotel
Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa Sandton
Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa Hotel Sandton

Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 117 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning hotel in an opulent location. Staff were wonderful and the rooms fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARGARET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to have a relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an exquisite property. The Saxon is one of the loveliest places we’ve ever stayed! The food was incredible, the staff kind and the accommodations weee comfortable and beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great retreat after safari

Amazing, beautiful hotel property with the best of everything! Stunning grounds and rooms! Service was impeccable and restaurants were excellent! The Saxon is among the world’s best!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An amazing stay as usual!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and genuine top class hotel! All the staff were spot on, being really friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Magdalene

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a beautiful property! Even though it rained the first two days The Saxon was magical! Everywhere you look is a feast for the eye…and the cuisine was an amazing feast as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property in a prime and safe location close to many dining options. I didn't want to leave my beautiful suite. Savon has excellent service overall. Their spa is an experience worth staying at this property for. Amazing hospitality by all the staff we encountered, from the GM to the butler. They even left us treats for our Anniversary celebrations with delicious chocolate-covered strawberries. We just missed their 25th anniversary celebrations the next day, but the preparations looked grand. Highly recommend staying here if you are in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ok but limited menu options
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Decline of Saxon Hotel

breakfast service was VERY poor. Orange juice was not fresh - asked for ginger to be added. Did not happen. Cappuccino was cold. Eggs Benedict took 50 minutes to arrive, was cold and not on ciabatta as requested. Waitresses had no idea how to set the table and remove plates before they bring the next course. a real bad experience. was not like this a few years ago.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Tutto perfetto
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mr S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First class service

The Saxon is a beautiful property but it was the service which set it apart. Switched on intelligent staff who were really focused on ensuring guests got what they wanted from their stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional in every way!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
all great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KEVIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Saxon Hotel, Johannesburg

Excellent with outstanding service. I intend to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel and amazing spa!! Excellent service, food and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bel hôtel pour visiter Joburg

Bel hôtel qui se trouve dans un quartier résidentiel très chic. La chambre est très spacieuse et confortable avec plusieurs rangements, commodités… Le service est impeccable. La restauration est de très grande qualité. Nous sommes passés par l’hôtel pour l’organisation des visites, réservations… tout s’est très bien passé. Service personnalisé. Seul inconvénient: la chambre est sombre à cause de la végétation et il fallait allumer la lumière la journée.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A few unusual mistakes including being put in the wrong room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nimalan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent premise and location. We stayed in a villa, but Qunu restaurant service sub par and overpriced. Had to ask 3x just to get a bottle of wine and waiters kept forgetting our orders
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marc B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

SUPERB EXPERIENCE!

We asked to be picked up at the airport and they were waiting for us when we arrived! The ride and the chauffeur were perfect. We were greated by the manager at our arrival who introduced is to our concierge Lyndsey and she attended to all our needs perfectly. We asked for late checkout the next day since our flight was at 8:00 PM and they let us have the room till 3:00 PM graciously! The room was exceptional, the service and facilities superb. We were there on our last trip to JNB and we will be back on our next one!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful experience

It was an amazing and wonderful experience and we had a lot of fun
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

amazing evening!

Absolutely superb. We were unfortunately only here one night but I would return to Johannesburg just to stay here again. One of my favorite hotels ever. Rooms were above and beyond, dinner at Qunu was fabulous and breakfast served in room was delightful as well. The property and staff unparalleled.
I will dream about this mushroom appetizer.
Kingklip
Qunu
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

naomi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional

When we have to stay in J'Berg this is the ONLY hotel to stay at. Everything about The Saxon is exceptional from the service right down to the bedding. 1 night is never enough!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

South African luxury

This was easily the best place I've stayed all year! The service was top-notch: staff were personable and always a step ahead. There are less than 60 rooms here and you really feel the intimate nature of the service as a result. The facility itself...amazing. The villas are connected by an elevated walkway, and I can't recommend the spa enough! The breakfast buffet each morning was also impressive.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019