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Backpackers Ritz vs Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa

Both Backpackers Ritz and Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa are rated very highly by professional reviewers. On balance, Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa is the choice of most reviewers compared to Backpackers Ritz. Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa ranks #2 in Johannesburg with recommendations from 10 publications such as Condé Nast Traveler, Concierge and Gayot.

Backpackers Ritz
Backpackers Ritz
7 / 10
1A North Road, Johannesburg 2004, South Africa
From $0 /night
  • Pool
  • Free Parking
  • Outdoor pool
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
"A well-known, busy lodge in a large suburban house halfway between Rosebank and Sandton, with a pool, gardens and travel centre."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Still the most authoritative of the city’s hostels, the Ritz is owned by three brothers who ensure a family atmosphere is maintained on its sprawling, leafy grounds." Full review
Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa
Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa
9 / 10
36 Saxon Road | Sandhurst, Sandton 2196, South Africa
From $511 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge Concierge
"View the entire 2011 Gold List of the world's best places to stay › Also appeared in the Gold List in 2010 Amenities: ..."
Fodor's Fodor's
"In the exclusive suburb of Sandhurst, adjacent to the commercial and shopping center of Sandton, the Saxon Hotel has repeatedly received awards for its excellence." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"On a residential street north of Sandton, this small, luxurious boutique-hotel is the address of choice for moneyed hipsters and power brokers in central Sandhurst." Full review
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There are six swimming pools from which guests can choose.
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
World's Best Hotels
"Latticed shutters, 10 acres of landscaped gardens, and an air of tranquility create a sense of seclusion at this all-suite boutique retreat, set in a quiet, tree-lined Johannesburg suburb." Full review
Gayot Gayot
"Elegance and hospitality minutes away from the shopping and business centers of Johannesburg."
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