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The Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg is located in the city’s distinguished northern suburbs, roughly 30 minutes from both Oliver Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport. Perched on a hillside—the only hotel of its kind in Johannesburg—the urban resort features 117 guestrooms and suites, combining luxurious comfort with sweeping views of the city.

“It’s such an exciting time for Joburg as a new generation discovers its charms and shapes its future,” said Sebastien Carre, general manager of Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg. “Even if you think you know the city, it’s changing so fast that it is definitely worth another visit — and if you’ve never been here before, you are in for a very special treat.”

The hotel offers a variety of dining options to suit different tastes and occasions. Flames Restaurant provides relaxed dining with a focus on contemporary South African dishes. View is an elegant dining room that highlights local and regional seasonal produce. Cellar Door features a curated selection of South African wines, ideal for tastings and pairings. Apres-Spa serves light, rejuvenating fare to enjoy before or after treatments, while Westcliff Deli offers gourmet sandwiches and fresh salads for casual meals.

Enhancements to the hotel’s wellness facilities were planned to expand guest services: a full-service spa with nine treatment rooms, a 24-hour fitness center, and two outdoor pools were scheduled to open in January 2015, creating a comprehensive retreat for relaxation and fitness.

For business and social events, the hotel provides more than 15,000 square feet of naturally lit meeting and function space. Facilities include a 6,620-square-foot ballroom suitable for large gatherings, plus 13 fully equipped meeting rooms that accommodate smaller conferences, private dinners, and corporate events. These versatile venues are designed to support a wide range of setups and audiovisual needs while taking advantage of the hotel’s scenic setting.

Combining a prominent hillside location, refined accommodations, diverse dining, extensive wellness amenities, and flexible event space, The Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg positions itself as a premier destination for travelers seeking both relaxation and access to the dynamic culture and business opportunities of Johannesburg.