Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa

From the moment we arrived at The Saxon Hotel, we were struck by the beauty and tranquility of this extraordinary property. Our entire experience from door to door was fantastic. We stayed two nights here to recover from our flight and prepare for a safari and we are so glad we did! The service at The Saxon is truly outstanding. Every staff member we encountered was warm, attentive, and committed to making our stay as comfortable as possible. Their genuine hospitality added a personal touch to our experience, making it truly memorable. We spent a day at the Saxon, lounging and being spoiled, to recover from the flight and prepare for a safari. After waking up in our extremely comfortable villa, we started to explore the hotel. The hotel gym is fantastic and we started there. We moved on to the hotel pool which is a lovely retreat, perfect for relaxing under the sun. The spa was next and our spa experience was, without a doubt, the highlight of our stay. We indulged in a full spa package and spent over an hour taking advantage of the sauna, steam room, and other luxurious facilities. The food is nothing short of amazing, we never had a bad meal. We had a fantastic dinner at Qunu Restaurant, which I have also reviewed, and do not miss this amazing culinary experience while you are there. Make sure you ask for Stix and Lloyd! Check out the cigar bar for a cigar and cocktail at some point during your stay. We also wanted to mention our excellent driver, Armstrong. We only spent a short time with him (and I’m not entirely sure he was part of the hotel staff) but he was incredibly knowledgeable about the area. We didn’t stay long enough to explore the area, but were told it was very safe with lots to see, shopping, and nightlife activities. We really had the best time at The Saxon and wish we had stayed a few more days. It truly is the premier hotel in the area.

My daughter & I thoroughly enjoyed our Afternoon tea/High tea experience on Fri 29th August. The hotel is beautiful both indoor and outdoor. The staff at the hotel were helpful and attentive. Faith was one of the waiters assigned to us she was brilliant; she was able to tweak our menu slightly for us to suit our needs. The teas options were plentiful & delightful. Expert (a male member of staff) gave us a tour of the hotel grounds and helped with taking photos and telling us about the history of the hotel.

Saxon Hotel was everything I expected and more. Service was world class and hotel staff were friendly and professional. The Concierge Manager Masood is one of the best hotel professional I’ve met, he was extremely helpful and gave good recommendations. Excellent!

Stunning hotel in an opulent part of Johannesburg. Service was top notch and the rooms and public areas are first rate. Well worth a visit

An absolutely stunning hotel! We stayed here two nights before we left for our safari and it was the perfect stop. Hotel rooms are gorgeous and the food is great. The staff goes out of their way to make you feel welcome and cared for. Definitely recommend the afternoon tea as well. Don't miss the spa either!