Arriving in Johannesburg from Cape Town, we spent one night at The Saxon prior to flying on to Doha and we couldn't have been more impressed with this gorgeous property. Our room was so spacious I initially thought we'd been upgraded to a suite, but no, it was a 'standard' room. (see attached photos) Service was low-key and gracious and... More

Due to our peregrinations in a recent trip to Africa, we were booked for four, non-consecutive nights at The Saxon. Airline connections forced those overnights. Even though there is a perfectly acceptable Intercontinental Hotel at the Jo'burg airport, our travel agent insisted we stay at The Saxon We will forever be in her debt. Before we arrived at The Saxon,... More

I recently stayed at the Saxon Hotel in Johannesburg, it is a beautiful deluxe property. It is a small boutique hotel and every room is a suite. They have a wonderful spa, an outdoor pool, beautiful grounds, Piano Bar, small boutique shop and fitness center. The fitness center was small but had everything you needed for a good workout. I... More

The decor is Afrique, tres chic. Extremely comfortable, private, with exquisite surroundings, gardens, swimming pools. The service is extra ordinary. Your wish is their command, and done so pleasantly. Swim in the heated pool, with a tree overhanging, and next to a pool filled with huge koi. Or relax at the larger infinity pool facing the expansive lawns and garden.... More

I spent 1 night here to celebrate my anniversary and it was an outstanding experience. On arrival, I liked their procedure of taking you to your suite and checking you in at the writing desk in your suit. A very pleasant and personal touch. Our suite was on the second floor surrounded by tall trees outside the balcony. All gadgets... More

I have been to The Saxon on numerous occasions but my recent experience was abysmal! I can not believe that a 5 star hotel provided this level of service. Booked a table for 8 people. After 20 mins of our arrival and trying to get some service, our waiter "knowledge" finally took tea order. The ICE tea took 30 mins... More

The Saxon is sheer heaven. This is a much overdue review. I stayed at The Saxon in November 2008 with my mother and then four year old daughter. My mother had broken her foot badly and was bedridden in the sitting room of one of The Saxon's sumptuous suites. This is a place where you want to be bedridden. The... More

Spa trip from hell on my birthday.... such a shame for a leading spa of the world. This is an email sent to the spa manager and MD of the Saxon hotel and spa this week and the subsequent reply from them: Dear Thabisa and George Cohen, If I am very honest this is the second time I have had... More

Only complaint was that we only spent 2 days here at the end of our Christmas break in South Africa, everthing else was absolutely perfect. Nothing is too much effort for the staff and all facilities and the rooms are top spec. I previously did not stay here as I thought it may be too in the centre of the... More