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From our guides
Our take on Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa
The 10-acre Sandhurst sanctuary where Mandela edited Long Walk to Freedom: vast suites, serious art, dinner at Qunu worth arriving early for and Africa's best city spa; LHW member
#5: butler-per-suite as standard; the service culture Mandela wrote his book inside
The hotel
About Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa
Luxurious Suites and Spa Experience
Indulge in the elegance of African art-infused suites at Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa. Unwind in the spa, take a dip in the outdoor pool, and enjoy the ultimate relaxation with massages and a steam room.
Culinary Delights
Savor exquisite dining at the hotel's 3 restaurants, including the renowned Qunu and The Terrace. Enjoy a blend of local and international flavors in a sophisticated setting.
Convenient Location and Amenities
Located in Sandhurst, near top attractions like Sandton City and Rosebank Mall, the hotel offers free WiFi, parking, and a fitness center. With easy access to airports and the Gautrain, your stay is made effortlessly convenient.
Rooms and suites
Where you'll stay at Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa
Luxury Suite
- 80 m² · 861 sq ft
- 1 super-king bed
- Sleeps 2
Two-Bedroom Presidential Suite
- 400 m² · 4,306 sq ft
- 1 super-king bed or 1 super-king bed
- Sleeps 4
Suite (Nelson Mandela Platinum Suite)
- 400 m² · 4,306 sq ft
- 2 twin beds or 2 king beds
- Sleeps 4
Presidential Suite
- 200 m² · 2,153 sq ft
- 1 super-king bed
- Sleeps 2
Villa Presidential Suite
- 200 m² · 2,153 sq ft
- 1 super-king bed
- Sleeps 2
Villa Luxury Suite
- 80 m² · 861 sq ft
- 1 super-king bed
- Sleeps 2
Amenities
What's on site
Pool & wellness
- Fitness facilities
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Massage services
- Spa/wellness center
- Outdoor pool
- Heated pool
- Infinity pool
Food & drink
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
- Breakfast in the room
Internet & work
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Parking & transport
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Private parking
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Parking garage
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
Family
- Family rooms
Accessibility
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Wheelchair accessible
Services
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Safety deposit box
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- Currency exchange
- Daily housekeeping
- Concierge service
General
- Air conditioning
- Terrace
- Garden
- Golf course
- Barber/beauty shop
- Hammam
- Sun terrace
- Private check-in/check-out
- Designated smoking area
- Special diet menus - on request
- Hot spring bath
- Outdoor furniture
Gallery
Photos of Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa
Guest reviews
What guests say
9.6Exceptional · 294 guest reviews
Guests praiseBeautiful pool and groundsExcellent dining optionsFriendly staff
- Cleanliness
- 8.5
- Service
- 10.0
- Location
- 9.5
- Room Quality
- 9.0
- Amenities
- 10.0
- Value for Money
- 10.0
- Food and Beverage
- 10.0
- Overall Experience
- 10.0
The best in South Africa
“Fantastic hotel, great rooms, super staff and management, Fantastic spa and great location, food amazing, highly recommended.....”
Guest scores and reviews as published on our live-rates booking platform. Facts and guest scores checked November 2026.
Good to know
Planning a stay at Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa
- Address
- 36 Saxon Road, Sandton, Johannesburg 2196
- Check-in and check-out
- Check-in from 2:00 PM
- Nearest airport
- O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
House rules
- Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in.
- A deposit may be required at the property.
Also listed in Leading Hotels in the Middle East, Africa & Indian Ocean.
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