Travelers find a peaceful estate hotel where mornings begin with a freshly cooked breakfast and days unfold between poolside relaxation and local exploration.
Foxwood House offers a quiet retreat in Houghton Estate with made-to-order breakfasts in garden surroundings. Guests can relax by the outdoor pool and enjoy amenities like in-room WiFi, an area shuttle for exploring, and express check-out service.
Houghton Estate, a neighbourhood in Johannesburg, is home to Foxwood House. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Sandton City Mall. Johannesburg Zoo and Johannesburg Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Johannesburg travel guide
Take advantage of free cooked-to-order breakfast, a garden and conference space at Foxwood House. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a restaurant.
Other perks at this hotel include:
An outdoor pool
Free self-parking
Free train station pick-up, express check-out and express check-in
Meeting rooms, a banquet hall and laundry services
Room features
All guest rooms at Foxwood House have perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7 AM to 8:30 AM
A restaurant
Things to do
24-hour pool access
Outdoor pool
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Conference space
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Garden
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
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Banquet hall
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Entertainment
TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Limited room service
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the train station; 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 9 AM - 6 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
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
This property accepts major credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
24-hour pool access
Property is also known as
Foxwood House Johannesburg
Foxwood Johannesburg
Foxwood House Hotel Johannesburg
Foxwood House Hotel
Foxwood House
Foxwood House Hotel
Foxwood House Johannesburg
Foxwood House Hotel Johannesburg
Frequently asked questions
Does Foxwood House have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
How much does it cost to stay at Foxwood House?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Foxwood House on 7 Mar 2026 start from RM294, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Foxwood House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Foxwood House?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Foxwood House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7 PM.
What time is check-out at Foxwood House?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Foxwood House located?
Located in Houghton Estate, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Killarney Golf Club, Johannesburg Zoo and South African National Museum of Military History. Zoo Lake Park and James and Ethel Grey Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Foxwood House Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Foxwood House is a historic building with the main house and several out buildings. I had originally booked Coach House. we arrived in the dark (cause it sets early here) and basically just unpacked, exhausted from long flight.
TV was not working so the manager moved us to Onze Emmie suite. WOW loved it. had a lovely patio we enjoyed. large room, large bathroom.the surrounding area is very wild with flowers and vines and walking paths. I'm sure people could find fault with it but I loved the 2 swimming pools, ducks and swans. Hot breakfast is offered along with cold cereal.
Killarney Mall is just a few blocks away and has sooo much. this is a very residential area so there aren't alot of area restaurants that I saw.
I dropped the area around it to 4 stars because we walked out the mall at the wrong exit for us and sketchy guys sitting at the corner. no reflection on Foxwood at all!
Beautiful historic property and lovely room. Really enjoyed the tub, and the outdoor shower was a surprise. Wonderful for anyone who enjoys old estates.
The staff was very kind and accommodating. They went above and beyond in their helpfulness. The setting is beautiful and the rooms are very nice. There's a shopping mall within about a 5 minute walk. Dinner and breakfast were both very tasty. Highly recommend.
Susan
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
8/10 Good
Mikko
30 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very nice ambience,very slow wifi...
A great old colonial home with an interesting history turned into a very nice lodging and restaurant. Excellent service, big rooms, two pools, nice gardens, nice ambience. The only real problem was the week wifi around the whole compound. If you just need wifi for WhatsApp etc, it's fine, but if you need to do some real work on your laptop, it's annoyingly slow. A very cute guard dog a big plus :)
It is a really nice place and the historical ambience gives it a little extra.
The dinner we ate there during our stay was superb, and again, the setting was great. Breakfast was also really good and the staff were so kind and helpful throughout our stay.
There is a shopping mall only 5 mins walk away.
A wonderful old colonial house in the previously exclusive suburb of Houghton, though not quite in its former glory, it is still a fascinating journey into the old Johannesburg. Management and staff were very attentive and supportive
I loved the rustic ambiance and the quiet feel. It was insulated from the city noise outside, like you were in your own world.
Luc
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
8/10 Good
Algonda
12 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Foxwood
The location is great - central to most places. The setting is fabulous - swans and ducks in the garden. Lovely rooms. Areas to improve are lighting (difficult to move around at night in the garden and lighting in the rooms can be improved) and maintenance. It is a grand old property that can do with some paint and other maintenance
Algonda
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
22 Mar 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Jedes Zimmer ist mit viel Liebe zum Detail verschieden eingerichtet. Die Gartenanlage gleicht einem Park. Wer Tiere mag, kann am Anblick von Enten und Schwänen erfreuen. Eine sehr relaxte Atmosphäre.
The location is very central yet once on the property you feel like you are in a secret garden on an estate in the country. Dominic greeted us and then took care of us for the next several hours serving us and our guests drinks then dinner. The attention to detail during the outdoor garden dinner as well as the formal breakfast in the dining room of the grand Foxwood manor.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
8/10 Good
Tatiana
27 Nov 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Lugar muito lindo e agradável, em um casarão antigo, com um Jardim incrível. Pessoal muito atencioso. Poderia estar um pouquinho mais b conservado, mas não tira a beleza do lugar.
Tatiana
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
10/10 Excellent
YL
10 Sept 2018
A nature getaway near Rosebank
A wonderful facility with amazing staff. This is a nature getaway in the middle of the city.
I had a wonderful stay at Foxwood House. It's within walking distance of restaurants and super markets. Management was very nice and it has a nice atmosphere.
We had a very warm welcome after a tough day. Everyone was very helpful and worked hard to make our stay special. The garden is a wonderful place to relax and the dinner we had was absolutely wonderful. The neighborhood is safe and service is an absolute priority. If interested in history, you can breathe it right there. We hope to be back at this gem soon.