Villa Simonne

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Scored 8.4
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

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About this property

Villa Simonne is located in Houghton in Johannesburg. This a vintage, themed boutique hotel is within easy reach of the the M1 highway, Rosebank and Sandton CBDs, and is on the Gautrain bus route. From Hollywood to Marrakesh each of the spacious suites has an individual décor based on one of the world’s great cities. All rooms are equipped with refrigerator, microwave and kettle. Breakfast is served every morning and an a-la-carte menu is available for lunches and dinners in any of the Villa’s recreation areas. The hotel has a garden bar and a games room with pool table. Guests can relax in the lush gardens, which hosts an amphitheater. There is a 1920s Piano Lounge, a pool terrace and sauna. Airport transfers are available on request, and the hotel also arranges spa, wellness and cosmetic treatments. The estate offers an exclusive venue for themed private parties, weddings and corporate functions. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Killarney Mall is 5-minute walk from Villa Simonne and Johannesburg Zoo and the Zoo Lake, Houghton Golf Club, and Virgin Active Health Club are also nearby.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Spiros_sirma
Greece Greece
“Everything was perfect. We had a lovely stay with nice food. The rooms were PERFECT. I enjoyed my stay there and i will definetely come back!”
Stella
South Africa South Africa
“The whimsical atmosphere, staff, food and overall vibes. Fantastic. 👍🏻”
Sherwen
South Africa South Africa
“The staff, the room, the facilities all those things were absolutely amazing.”
Alan
Australia Australia
“Super accomodation. Unique and beautifully decor, helpful and friendly staff and great food. We really enjoyed our stay.”
Elle
Botswana Botswana
“It’s a really unique building and garden with lots of quirky decor and little nooks to explore. Nothing like a bland chain hotel! We loved the 1920s speakeasy themed bar area, it would be great for a function like a birthday.”
Lee
South Africa South Africa
“Staff service was exceptional. I have never had better service anywhere else. It was a very beautiful room. The interior decor throughout the entire villa is gorgeous. I will definitely be going back the next time i want to take a break.”
Dj013
Finland Finland
“Our stay was superb. Room (Olympia) and bed was just perfect and almost all the staff very helpful and friendly. Location is good and also the breakfast,.where you have 4 options. Eggs Benedict were pitch perfect on the first time, but below...”
Arnout
Andorra Andorra
“Room was incredible, as was the balcony. Staff were extremely helpful.”
Eunice
South Africa South Africa
“Staff was very friendly and helpful. Responded quickly to my requests/needs. Would definitely come back to stay longer.”
Zico
South Africa South Africa
“Everything. Wow is the only word that comes to mind. Venue, staff.... Everything. Gorgeous venue. 15/10”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Dimitri Kelaiditis

Company review score: 9.2Based on 239 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Borrowing design cues from bygone eras and inspired by the most enchanting cities of the world, the Art Deco boutique hotel conjures up vintage images of Casablanca, and comes to life like the pages of a Hemingway novel. Combining an exclusive location with breath taking scenery, Villa Simonne is a unique experience, and one you are not likely to read about in a travel guide.

Property information

Borrowing design cues from bygone eras and inspired by the most enchanting cities of the world, the Art Deco boutique hotel conjures up vintage images of Casablanca, and comes to life like the pages of a Hemingway novel. Combining an exclusive location with breath taking scenery, Villa Simonne is a unique experience, and one you are not likely to read about in a travel guide.

Neighbourhood information

Villa Simonne is nestled in expansive gardens in Houghton, one of Johannesburg’s oldest and most exclusive suburbs, which many prominent South Africans have called home – including the artist William Kentridge and late former state president, Nelson Mandela. Minutes away from the shopping, entertainment and business hubs of Sandton, Killarney, Rosebank and Braamfontein, the Villa is ideally situated for both the leisure and business traveller. Villa Simonne is conveniently positioned on the Gautrain bus route, and its central location allows easy access to the M1 motorway and OR Tambo international airport (approximately 25 minutes away). Two golf courses are within walking distance, as well as a Virgin Active gym, the Johannesburg zoo, museums, parks and a range of other tourist attractions.

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Zulu

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    African • American • Greek • Grill/BBQ
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Check-out
From 05:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 175 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
2 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 175 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
ZAR 500 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.