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Boutique hotel, Houghton

Villa Simonne

A boutique hotel in Houghton Estate, Johannesburg, where every suite has its own theme. VDO represents it. Choose an era from seventeen, then see where a group gathers.

individually themed suites
17
delegates in the Bonaparte Centre
40
delegates in the Parthenon
100
breakout spaces
5
acre of gardens
1

As the hotel states them, read on its website on 5 November 2026.

Every suite tells a different story.

If you have never heard of it, this is what to know first. The suites come next, then the rest of the villa.

  • Seventeen themed suites

    Each of the 17 suites is individually themed, and there is an outdoor pool and a eucalyptus sauna.

  • Two conference spaces

    The Bonaparte Centre takes up to 40 delegates and the Parthenon up to 100, with a screen and projector included and five breakout spaces.

  • In Houghton, Johannesburg

    Minutes from Rosebank, Sandton, Braamfontein and the city centre, with M1 and Gautrain access.

Seventeen suites. Choose your era.

The hotel says each suite is distinct and that none repeat themselves. Select a name to see its pictures, or read down the page: every suite is here.

A white bed under an arched headboard in the Great Gatsby suite
The Great Gatsby sitting room with a mirrored ceiling and dark armchairs
Armchairs, a round table and framed prints in the Great Gatsby suite

Great Gatsby

A white bed under an arched headboard, and a sitting room with a mirrored ceiling and dark armchairs.

  • Suite type: Deluxe
A white bed against a red wall with pink velvet chairs in the Moulin Rouge suite
The Moulin Rouge suite with a dressing table, a chandelier and a pink chair
The Moulin Rouge suite looking out to the garden

Moulin Rouge

A red feature wall, pink velvet chairs and a crystal chandelier.

  • Suite type: Deluxe
A white bed with stained-glass lamps against warm yellow walls in the Olympia suite
The Olympia sitting room with a patterned sofa and a garden door
The Olympia suite with a sofa and framed art

Olympia

Warm yellow walls, stained-glass lamps and a patterned sofa.

  • Suite type: Deluxe
The Balmoral suite with a chandelier, a large bed and a chaise at its foot
The Balmoral sitting area with armchairs and a mirror
The Balmoral bed with lamps and a chaise under a gilt frame

Balmoral

Gilt chandeliers, a chaise at the foot of the bed and a sitting area with armchairs.

  • Suite type: Presidential
A golden horse's head beside the bed under a painted mural in the Emperor Nero suite
The Emperor Nero sitting room with red drapes and a gold sofa
The Emperor Nero terrace among palms and flowers

Emperor Nero

Red drapes, a painted mural above the bed, a golden horse’s head and a terrace.

  • Suite type: Deluxe
A bedroom with a carved wardrobe in the Florence apartment
The Florence lounge and dining table
The Florence balcony sitting area among the trees

Florence

Two bedrooms, a dining table and a lounge, with a balcony.

  • Suite type: Two bedroom apartment
A white bed with a dark headboard and palm-shaped lamps in the Geisha suite
The Geisha suite with a red wall and a black lacquered cabinet
The Geisha suite with a decorative fan on the wall

Geisha

A red feature wall, black lacquered furniture and a striped wooden floor.

  • Suite type: Standard
The Hollywood lounge with film reels, a red wall and a grey sofa
The Hollywood sign pictured at the window of the Hollywood suite
A white bed beneath black-and-white portraits in the Hollywood suite

Hollywood

Film reels, black-and-white portraits and a window picture of the Hollywood sign.

  • Suite type: Deluxe
A white bed with a grey velvet headboard against pink walls in the Venice suite

Venice

Soft pink walls, a grey velvet headboard and a framed portrait.

  • Suite type: Standard
A bed under a carved wooden screen in the Maharaj suite
The Maharaj sitting area with a leather sofa and a chandelier
A blue elephant head on the wall of the Maharaj suite

Maharaj

A carved screen above the bed, a blue elephant head on the wall and a chandelier.

  • Suite type: Standard
A bed framed by striped drapes with lanterns in the Marrakesh suite
The Marrakesh lounge with a golden sofa and a patterned rug
The Marrakesh suite with hanging lanterns and a wooden beam

Marrakesh

Lanterns, striped drapes around the bed and a golden sofa.

  • Suite type: Deluxe
A white bed with a dark headboard and red-framed pictures in the Matador suite
The Matador suite with a chandelier and wall sculptures
The Matador balcony with a small table and chairs

Matador

Red-framed pictures, wall sculptures and a crystal chandelier.

  • Suite type: Standard
The Mykonos lounge in blue and white with a window mural
A white bed with blue cushions in the Mykonos apartment
The Mykonos dining table by a skylight

Mykonos

Greek blue and white, with a lounge, a dining table and a window mural.

  • Suite type: Two bedroom apartment
The New Orleans sitting area with a chandelier and a patterned rug
A white bed beneath a framed map in the New Orleans suite
A desk by the window in the New Orleans suite

New Orleans

A map on the wall above the bed, a check-tiled sitting area and a patterned rug.

  • Suite type: Deluxe
A white bed against bright yellow walls in the Cuba suite
A writing desk and green shutters in the Cuba suite
The Cuba suite seen from the door

Cuba

Bright yellow walls, a carved headboard and a small writing desk.

  • Suite type: Standard
The Bali sitting room with a green sofa and carved wood
A bed with a carved wooden headboard in the Bali suite
The Bali suite with a green sofa and a glass vase

Bali

Carved dark wood, lanterns and a green sofa.

  • Suite type: Deluxe
The Dali studio lounge with red sofas and a grey wall
A white bed with a red headboard in the Dali studio
The Dali studio with a bed, a lounge and a red rug

Dali

A red headboard, red sofas and framed pictures on a grey wall.

  • Suite type: Two bedroom studio apartment

Suite names and types as the hotel’s accommodation page lists them, read on 8 November 2026. The line under each name says only what its pictures show. We print no rates here: ask us for the current terms.

The villa’s own stages.

Beyond the suites, the villa has outdoor and indoor spaces that each tell their own story. On a conference day they are the breakouts, and in the evening they are the settings.

  • The Santorini Pool Terrace with a white bar, round cushions and a pool

    The Santorini Pool Terrace
    Inspired by the island paradise of Santorini, and suited to casual daytime gatherings or formal evening events. The sauna can be used for pool parties in summer.

  • The Parthenon with Doric columns, white drapes and long tables

    The Parthenon
    Doric columns and classical statues in a large, beautiful space. It is also the larger of the two conference rooms.

  • The Amphitheatre with mosaic stage and raked seating among the trees

    The Amphitheatre
    A Greco-Roman amphitheatre, uniquely mosaicked, with raked seating, theatrical statues, masks and candlelight.

  • The Boma fire pit ringed by patterned seating in the garden

    The Boma
    Tucked into a corner of the gardens, an intimate outdoor place to unwind to the sounds of the African night.

  • The Gatsby Piano Lounge

    One part Paris chic and one part Humphrey Bogart, a nod to flappers, jazz and prohibition.

  • Stairway to the Stars

    A rooftop garden terrace above the Bacchus Bar, among palm trees, for dining under the stars.

As the hotel describes its event spaces, read on 8 November 2026.

The Bonaparte Centre set for a meeting with a screen and long tables
The Bonaparte Centre.
The Parthenon set for a conference with a screen and red chairs
The Parthenon, set for a conference.

Meetings and events

Conferences, with a theme.

The Bonaparte Centre is minimalist and sleek with the latest conferencing technology. The Parthenon is a temple-inspired room bathed in natural light, with garden views. Fibre, a screen and a projector are included.

A directory shows different figures. We use the hotel’s own conference page and confirm sizes in writing.

Delegates each space holds, as the hotel’s conference page gives them. Read on 5 November 2026.
SpaceDelegates, up to
Bonaparte Centre40
The Parthenon100

  • Breakouts

    The Santorini Pool Terrace, the Buddha Lounge, the Bacchus Garden Bar, the Boma and the Gatsby Piano Lounge, with one acre of gardens.

  • Included

    A screen and projector, arrival snacks, tea breaks and fibre Wi-Fi.

  • Between sessions

    Amazing races, cook-offs, yoga at the Parthenon, scavenger hunts and drumming at the Boma.

  • Parking

    Secure parking, guarded day and night.

Beyond the villa.

The hotel suggests Johannesburg’s living story for the free hours, with the villa as the base.

  • Apartheid Museum

    An acclaimed museum charting the rise and fall of apartheid through exhibits, film and personal stories.

  • Soweto

    South Africa’s most famous township, with Freedom Square, Regina Mundi Church, Nelson Mandela’s House and the Hector Pieterson Museum.

  • Johannesburg city tour

    A guided tour of three to four hours, from Constitution Hill to the Maboneng Precinct and Gandhi Square.

  • Golf

    Guests have access to Johannesburg’s top golf courses, and the concierge arranges tee times and transfers.

  • Munro Viewpoint

    Panoramic views over the northern suburbs, in the heart of Houghton Estate, for watching the sunset.

  • Johannesburg Zoo

    Just down the road, with over 2,000 animals.

  • Military Museum

    The national museum of military history, minutes from the villa, with vintage aircraft and tanks.

As the hotel’s wellness page lists them, read on 8 November 2026. Minutes from Rosebank, Sandton, Braamfontein and the city centre, with M1 and Gautrain access.

Ask about Villa Simonne.

To start an enquiry, tell us:

  • The dates you have in mind, or a window
  • How many delegates, and how many stay
  • Which space you want, and whether you want an evening programme
Start an enquiry

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Questions about Villa Simonne Boutique Hotel.

Where is Villa Simonne?

In Houghton Estate, Johannesburg. The hotel says it is minutes from Rosebank, Sandton, Braamfontein and the city centre, with access to the M1 and the Gautrain.

The hotel’s home page and its conferences page, villasimonne.co.za, read 1 and 2 Nov 2026

What are the suites like?

Each of the 17 suites has its own theme and none repeat. The hotel names Great Gatsby, Balmoral, Olympia, Emperor Nero, Florence and Geisha among them.

The hotel’s home page, villasimonne.co.za, read 2 Nov 2026

How many delegates can it take?

The hotel lists two conference spaces, for up to 40 and up to 100 delegates. Ask us about your date and numbers.

The hotel’s conferences page, villasimonne.co.za, read 1 Nov 2026 (a directory shows other figures; the hotel’s own are printed)

What does the hotel offer day to day?

The hotel lists breakfast daily, room service from 6:30 am to 9:00 pm, fibre wi-fi, 24-hour secure parking and a 24-hour reception.

The hotel’s home page, villasimonne.co.za, read 2 Nov 2026

How many rooms does the hotel have?

The website says the hotel has 17 individually themed suites.

It adds that each suite is distinct and that none repeat themselves.

The hotel’s home page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

What is the idea behind the suites?

The hotel describes a journey through history’s eras and destinations, with each suite uniquely curated.

The website says custom made furniture, art deco pieces and modern comforts come together in the suites.

The hotel’s our story page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

Is breakfast part of the stay?

The website lists daily breakfast, freshly prepared, among what its packages include.

The hotel’s home page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

Is there room service?

The website says room service is available between 6:30am and 09:00pm.

The hotel’s home page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

Is the reception staffed around the clock?

The website says the hotel has a 24/7 reception service available.

The hotel’s home page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

What parking does the hotel offer?

The website says there is 24 hour secure parking with a security guard.

The conferences page lists the same parking among its conference inclusions.

The hotel’s home page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

Is there wifi?

The website says high-speed fibre wifi is provided throughout the Villa.

The hotel’s home page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

Does the hotel have a pool and sauna?

The website mentions a sparkling pool and a eucalyptus sauna.

The events page also describes a Santorini Pool Terrace.

The hotel’s home page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

Are wellness treatments offered?

The website lists portable wellness and cosmetic treatments among its inclusions.

The hotel’s home page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

What conference rooms are there and how big?

The conferences page names two spaces: the Bonaparte Centre for up to 40 delegates and the Parthenon for up to 100.

The hotel’s conferences page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

What do the conference packages include?

The conferences page lists venue hire, secure parking, lunch, tea and coffee, a screen and projector, notepads and pens, and wifi.

It also lists arrival snacks, water and sweets.

The hotel’s conferences page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

Are there breakout spaces for delegates?

The website names the Santorini Pool Terrace, Buddha Lounge, Bacchus Garden Bar, Boma and Gatsby Piano Lounge as breakout spaces.

The hotel’s conferences page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

Can the hotel host team building?

The website says team building events are customised and use the one-acre gardens and entertainment areas.

Activities named include amazing races, cook-offs, yoga at the Parthenon, scavenger hunts and drumming at the Boma.

The hotel’s conferences page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

What event spaces does the hotel have?

The events page describes the Gatsby Piano Lounge, Stairway To The Stars, Santorini Pool Terrace, the Parthenon, the Boma Area and the Amphitheatre.

The hotel’s events page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

What is the rooftop terrace like?

The events page describes a rooftop garden terrace atop the Bacchus Bar, surrounded by palm trees and treetops.

It says guests can dine under the stars there.

The hotel’s events page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

Does the hotel host film and photo shoots?

The website describes the estate as a living set for film, editorial and music video shoots.

It says its in-house coordinators assist with permits, scheduling and recommendations for local production partners.

The hotel’s location shoots page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

What kinds of productions suit the hotel?

The location shoots page lists feature films, documentaries, commercials, music videos and photo shoots.

The hotel’s location shoots page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

What is the Wellness Sanctuary?

The hotel describes it as a calming, nature-inspired space with soft linens, slow mornings and garden walks.

The wellness page also offers an IVF wellness brochure to download.

The hotel’s wellness page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

What is there to see near the hotel?

The wellness page lists the Apartheid Museum, Soweto, the Cradle of Humankind, Johannesburg Zoo and the Military Museum.

It says the zoo is just down the road and the military museum is minutes away.

The hotel’s wellness page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026

Can guests arrange golf?

The wellness page says guests have access to Johannesburg’s top golf courses.

It says the concierge arranges tee times and transfers.

The hotel’s wellness page, villasimonne.co.za, read 7 Nov 2026