8/10 Good
Francois
Traveled with family
Sep 25, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Upper Houghton Guest House
Francois
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Upper Houghton Guesthouse
3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near Rosebank Mall
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Reviews
6.06.0 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Breakfast included
- Housekeeping
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
Explore the area
46 Saint David Road, Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2198
- Ellis Park StadiumPlace, Ellis Park Stadium4 min drive
- Rosebank MallPlace, Rosebank Mall5 min drive
- Melrose Arch Shopping CentrePlace, Melrose Arch Shopping Centre6 min drive
- Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)Airport, Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)17 min drive
Room options
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Room, Pool View
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 King Bed
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Double or Twin Room
- Sleeps 2
- 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood
Johannesburg
Houghton Estate stay.Your stay at this Houghton Estate guesthouse places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Victory Theater and Houghton Golf Club. Netcare Park Lane Hospital and Hillbrow Telkom Tower are also within 3 miles (5 km).
What's nearby
- Johannesburg Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
- Ellis Park Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
- Rosebank Mall - 5 min drive - 2.8 miles
- Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
- Sandton City Mall - 10 min drive - 5.7 miles
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
- Super Sconto - 2 min drive
- Wimpy - 5 min drive
- Seattle Coffee Company - 16 min walk
- KAUAI - 4 min drive
About this property
Upper Houghton Guesthouse
3.5-star guest house near Rosebank Mall
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the business-friendly Upper Houghton Guesthouse. Self parking is free.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Johannesburg guesthouse.
- 3 guestrooms or units
- Buffet breakfast (free)
- Staff is multilingual
- Concierge
- Terrace
- Garden
- BBQ grill(s)
- Television in lobby
- Smoking in designated areas
- Microwave in a common area
- Refrigerator in a common area
- Water dispenser
- Dining venue
Upper Houghton Guesthouse offers 3 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.
Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- Outdoor pool
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
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)
Room amenities
Entertainment
- Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
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
- Pets and service animals are not allowed at Upper Houghton Guesthouse
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
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
- Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- 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
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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
- Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
- Alcohol isn't served at Upper Houghton Guesthouse.
Property is also known as
Upper Houghton
Upper Houghton Guesthouse Guesthouse
Upper Houghton Guesthouse Johannesburg
Upper Houghton Guesthouse Guesthouse Johannesburg
Frequently asked questions
How close is Upper Houghton Guesthouse to the airport?
Upper Houghton Guesthouse is 12.6 mi (23-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Upper Houghton Guesthouse?
As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Upper Houghton Guesthouse on Oct 14, 2025 start from $52.67, 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.
Does Upper Houghton Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Upper Houghton Guesthouse.
Does Upper Houghton Guesthouse offer free breakfast?
Upper Houghton Guesthouse offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Upper Houghton Guesthouse?
No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Gold Reef City Casino (12-min drive) and Emperors Palace Casino (21-min drive) are nearby.
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.
Is there free parking at Upper Houghton Guesthouse?
This guesthouse offers free self parking.
Does Upper Houghton Guesthouse have a pool?
Upper Houghton Guesthouse features an outdoor pool.
Does Upper Houghton Guesthouse have a restaurant?
Yes, there is a restaurant on site.
Does Upper Houghton Guesthouse have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.
How close is Upper Houghton Guesthouse to downtown Johannesburg?
Upper Houghton Guesthouse is 2.5 mi away from Johannesburg.
Upper Houghton Guesthouse Reviews
Reviews
6.0
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Cleanliness
7.0/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
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Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Gary
Business traveler
Sep 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Gary
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024