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Villa Simonne

4.0 star property
Suburban guesthouse with free breakfast and bars

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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3 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Deluxe with Spa Bath | Living area | LED TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service

Room options

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Deluxe Rooms | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

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Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Rooms | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Rooms

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Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe with Spa Bath | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe with Spa Bath

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Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Bedroom Apartment | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

2 Bedroom Apartment

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Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Presidential | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Presidential

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Balcony or patio
Yard
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Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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16 West Street, Lower Houghton, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2198

What's nearby

  • Johannesburg Zoo - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Rosebank Mall - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • University of Witwatersrand - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 4 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Gold Reef City Casino - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Rosebank Station - 10 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 14 min drive
  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King Houghton - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mumbai Masala - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mugg & Bean - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Villa Simonne

Upscale guesthouse near Johannesburg Zoo
Located close to South African National Museum of Military History and Rosebank Mall, Villa Simonne provides free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a nightclub. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna, and indulge in a Swedish massage, a body treatment, or a body scrub. In addition to a poolside bar and a free daily manager's reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), access to a nearby health club, and a computer station
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, wedding services, and karaoke
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German, Greek, Zulu

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Karaoke
  • Library
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - June 2015

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: ZAR 200
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: ZAR 200 for check-in between 10:30 AM and noon

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: ZAR 200

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 350.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 400.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Early check-in fee: ZAR 200 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: ZAR 200 for check-in between 10:30 AM and noon
  • Late check-out fee: ZAR 200 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 350.0 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from September 01 to April 30
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Simonne
Villa Simonne
Villa Simonne House
Villa Simonne House Johannesburg
Villa Simonne Johannesburg
Villa Simonne Guesthouse Johannesburg
Villa Simonne Guesthouse
Villa Simonne Guesthouse
Villa Simonne Johannesburg
Villa Simonne Guesthouse Johannesburg

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Simonne have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Simonne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa Simonne?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Simonne?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of ZAR 200 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:30 AM– noon for a fee of ZAR 200.

What time is check-out at Villa Simonne?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for ZAR 200 (subject to availability).

Does Villa Simonne provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 400.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Villa Simonne located?

Located in Houghton Estate, this golf guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Johannesburg Zoo and South African National Museum of Military History. Rosebank Mall and University of Witwatersrand are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Villa Simonne Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 51 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with large rooms. Nice people. Very safe!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LYNETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a love stay at Villa Simonne. The staff are very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely, unique property! I felt well taken care of, yet fully private and secluded. Wonderful people and service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a very eclectic hotel with unique lounging areas on the different floors. Staff were great and breakfast was good. There was an issue with no curtains or shades on the door to one of the balconies in our room but being on the 3rd floor mitigate any exposure. We will definitely stay again if we are ever in Johannesburg again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sameer

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Worst comfort ever

Harldy hot water Pillow was by far the worst ever Workers make noise in the morning for hours Ac does not work Heater in room does not work Gas heater empty upon arrival
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Badih

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional hotel! Beautiful property
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Musawenkosi

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Overrated establishment with lacklustre breakfast

I would not rate it as a 4 star establishment - it is just okay but there is nothing much to write home about it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Agnes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Runar

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

ra hotell

Hotellet var fint og med godt vakthold. God service fra betjening
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Åsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Trisha

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

Great 1 night stay.

Great breakfast and great Location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

hane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
المكان شبه معزول
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

MASAHIRO

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

設備や装飾品、ラウンジやプールサイド等々･･雰囲気は最高

部屋の設備や雰囲気は最高です。今回は受付に関係の無い人間が座っていた事と、朝食の準備が06:30からと言われていたのに、06:45に行って何も出来ていなく、こちらから指示してあげないと皿もコーヒーの準備も出来ないスタッフだったのでガッカリしました。
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

ana claudia

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

Recomendo muito

Estadia excelente! Bom atendimento. Comida dos deuses a preço justo. Quarto muito confortável! Super recomendo!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is not fot for family over night stays, it is ok for a bunch of guys to stay over. The living room has no air conditioning, and the ac in the bedroom is ancient. There was a kitchen in the apartment we lived in, but the kitchen had no playes/ cutlery.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrea, Nederland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super mooi hotel In Griekse style. Frisse ruime kamers. “Mama mia gevoel” Super vriendelijk personeel Aanrader!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

BenoitB, Réunion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Accueil très simple et sympa , ambiance générale un peu kitch , personnel très serviable ( 1 h de tel pour nous trouver un golf un dimanche matin !!. Wifi ok , à peut être besoin d ‘un coût de rénovation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Dagmar, Bottrop

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Das Hotel war sehr gut, alle Mitarbeiter sehr, sehr nett, hilfsbereit. Das Restaurant ging so. Man braucht unbedingt ein Auto, ansonsten kommt man nicht weg.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mahomed Hoosen Ahmed

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

Happy couple

My stay at Villa simone was awesome , from check in till check out , friendly staff , rooms we exactly like how they looked in the pictures , my main worry was food because we strictly halaal but they cater for that to , it's outsourced by a restaurant called europa so they have menus at reception which you can order from and they deliver soo I never had a problem .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

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

Autentisk og gennemført - klar anbefaling

Et autentisk og gennemført sted. Hvert hjørne og krog var en oplevelse eller en oase. Både ejeren og øvrig personale er ualmindelig imødekommende. Vi ville ønske vi kunne være blevet længere og vil klart vende tilbage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018