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Upper Houghton Guesthouse

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Johannesburg with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
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Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Room, Pool View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Upper Houghton Guesthouse captures Houghton Estate's spirit with a delicious breakfast buffet and on-site restaurant. Guests can relax in the garden, cool off in the outdoor pool, or gather around the barbecue grills. The attentive multilingual staff earns high praise.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ₩72,575
₩83,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21

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Room, Pool View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Room, Pool View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double or Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Johannesburg, Upper Houghton Guesthouse is in the city center. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Rosebank Mall and Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ellis Park Stadium or Wanderers Stadium.
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46 Saint David Road, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2198

What's nearby

  • Johannesburg Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Ellis Park Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Rosebank Mall - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 10 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Ellis Park Station - 10 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 17 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yeoville Dinner Club - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Old Johanian - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Upper Houghton Guesthouse

Guesthouse near Rosebank Mall
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a garden at Upper Houghton Guesthouse. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, concierge services, and a water dispenser
  • Multilingual staff and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Upper Houghton Guesthouse have perks such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Portable fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 400 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 400 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Upper Houghton
Upper Houghton Guesthouse Guesthouse
Upper Houghton Guesthouse Johannesburg
Upper Houghton Guesthouse Guesthouse Johannesburg

Frequently asked questions

Does Upper Houghton Guesthouse have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Upper Houghton Guesthouse?

As of Sep 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Upper Houghton Guesthouse on Sep 20, 2025 start from ₩72,575, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Upper Houghton Guesthouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Upper Houghton Guesthouse?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Upper Houghton Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Upper Houghton Guesthouse?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Upper Houghton Guesthouse located?

Located in Houghton Estate, this guesthouse is within 2 mi (3 km) of Victory Theater, Houghton Golf Club, and Netcare Park Lane Hospital. Hillbrow Telkom Tower and Satyagraha House are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Upper Houghton Guesthouse Reviews

6.0

9.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

7.0

Staff & service

7.0

Eco-friendliness

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Francois

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

Upper Houghton Guest House

Hosts all very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024