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The Westcliff by Orient-Express

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67 Jan Smuts Avenue | Westcliff, Johannesburg 2193, South Africa
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The Westcliff by Orient-Express
Ranked #3 of 61 hotels in Johannesburg
4.5 of 5 stars 222 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Polo lounge(8)
  • South Africa(5)
  • Junior suite(5)
  • Great view(4)
  • Infinity pool(4)
  • Very nice(3)
  • Top notch(3)
  • Large and comfortable(3)
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Pensacola, Florida
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2012 NEW

We found three good options on Trip Advisor and narrowed them down to one - the Westcliff. As we arrived in Joburg, the sun was setting and we idly agreed "why had we even bothered. It's just one night - we could have been closer to the airport . . . " All that changed when we saw Lawrence at... More

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Seattle
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

It’s not really modern, but it has an old world glamour that’s quite charming. We stayed only one night for a semi-special occasion. The accommodations and service are what you’d expect for the price which is a lot. The breakfast was hailed as the best in town, but really I found it to on par with the other breakfast places... More

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DUBAI
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Very nice hotel and very original too. Very calm beautiful view from the bar The polo lounge. Breakfast is fine, and service is top notch. Spa also a great experience. Definitly will be my hotel in johannesburg. On the not so good side, the food both at polo lounge and la belle terasse are far from being a culinary experience... More

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Edinburgh
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

I used to be driven to our room in a Rolls Royce (long gone) up the hill. Now they use other cars but the rooms are good with good a/c and to sit by the pool and relax with a cocktail, listening to the roar of the zoo animals below is a bit special. The location is not down town... More

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Geneva, Switzerland
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW
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Being a well travelled (low profile) couple in the international entertainment industry we have certainly had many a good business trip accommodate by some of the most amazing 5 star establishments around the globe, including destinations such as Rio, Lisbon, Madrid, Miami, New York, Kuala Lampur, Paris, Vienna, Munich, Oslo, Sydney, Los Angles, Cairo, Shanghai, Berlin, Singapore, Istanbul, Dubai ...... More

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Paris
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012
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We stayed at this hotel after a long trip and before heading to a safari. We loved the view from the terrace. The staff is very professional and very friendly. The room is very comfortable. We enjoyed the breakfast on the terrace with the nice view. The shuttle brought us to Senton city where we had dinner. Would come again.

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

The hotel is grand and upscale in a dignified old-world way. For a special occasion, I recommend having a meal at the onsite restaurant, "La Belle Terrasse". Even if not resident at the hotel, one can eat there, as long as a booking has been made in advance. The view from the terrace on a clear day stretches for kilometres... More

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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We arrived in the afternoon, to stay the one night before jetting off to the last leg of our African trip. I was really looking forward to enjoying a stroll around the grounds, but it was thunderstorming outside. We decide to order room service, then get some rest. The food sent up was great. The bathroom was as big as... More

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Harpenden
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

I regularly stay at the West Cliff when travelling on business to Johannesburg. I look forward to returning as it meets all of my needs for a hotel. The service is excellent from all of the staff. The rooms are spacious and well-maintained. The food is high quality, whether from room service or in one of the restaurants. Following the... More

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SANTOS
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

Upscale staff in a absolutely outstanding place. All hotel premisses decorated in the best british style. Polo bar a must. High tea suberb. Royals wouldn't miss it.

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Address: 67 Jan Smuts Avenue | Westcliff, Johannesburg 2193, South Africa
Price range (per night):* INR14,731 - 27,165

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