Johannesburg, South Africa Westcliff
Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg
Terraced hillside village
Westcliff Johannesburg, South Africa
Renovated
2014
Price
$$$$
Outside the door
The brand
Four SeasonsTerraced hillside village
Terraced gardens cascade down the ridge, where golf carts trace cobblestone paths under the scent of flowering jasmine.
“Rooms are contemporary, calm–and downright enormous. They’re bathed in a soft palette and punctuated with African art throughout…”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Chauffeured golf carts navigate terraced gardens between villas, paired with curated city excursions.
Notable
Terraced pastel villas house hundreds of contemporary South African artworks and sunny balconies.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Forbes Four-Star
Forbes Travel Guide
2026
Also in Condé Nast Traveler, Wallpaper* and AFAR.
Draped along a ridge above the city’s leafy northern suburbs, this former residential estate has been reworked into a sprawling, villa-style hideout...
“occupying the former Westcliff hotel – known locally as the Pink Lady for the colour of its façade – the 117-room property has been given a complete overhaul”
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Perched high on the Witwatersrand ridge, the hotel looks out across the sprawling urban forest canopy beside the Johannesburg Zoo.
The rooms
Calm, expansive spaces feature contemporary African artwork, marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs, and private balconies framing the green canopy.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
A 25-meter heated lap pool sits on the upper spa terrace, alongside a separate outdoor pool for families.
The spa and gym
Treatment rooms use indigenous botanicals alongside eucalyptus steam rooms, and the gym stays open around the clock.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Flames serves South African braai and regional wines from a wide terrace overlooking the urban forest canopy.
The luxury hotel encapsulates the atmosphere of an intimate hillside village with nine villas, each connected by peaceful gardens and courtyards.
How it began
Once known locally as the Pink Lady, the historic hillside estate was reimagined into nine pastel villas linked by garden courtyards.
“With its new look, the property is ready to welcome back its longtime clientele while opening doors to a more youthful set in the process.”
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.