Johannesburg’s Sandton area is known as Africa’s financial hub, and at the heart of one of its grandest suburbs lies one of the continent’s most revered hotels. Once a prestigious private home, Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa has for the past 25 years, welcomed guests from around the world, including a fair share of distinguished names. Having visited the hotel several times as a Johannesburg resident a decade ago, I eagerly anticipated my latest visit: having concluded a month of travel around South Africa, the Saxon would be my final treat before flying out.

The welcome

Driving through the leafy suburb of Sandhurst, there are occasional glimpses through the topiary of the palatial homes behind, until the near-Jurassic-size wooden gates of the Saxon come into view. After confirming the booking name, they glided open, and we meandered through the lush, manicured gardens until stopping

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