As much as I miss travelling overseas and to other provinces in South Africa, I must be honest and say that I am thoroughly enjoying exploring my own city now as a tourist.
I’ve eaten at restaurants I never knew existed and stayed at luxury hotels I didn’t know were hidden in the city like SEVEN Villa Hotel & Spa.

This 5-star hotel offers something for the entire family from good food, spacious hotel rooms, and spa treatments that will leave you refreshed and relaxed which I think we could all do with right now.
I must say, the bathroom was a highlight for me… That bathtub… Okay, I may be considering doing a bathroom makeover right now.

Even though I was in the city, I felt exactly like how I do when I travel anywhere else in the world. There’s just something about a pretty hotel room that changes your mood and helps you be calm.

I lazed around with a good book, soaked in the sun, and took a bubble bath not once but twice during my stay. It was the perfect mini-getaway I needed to take a break from the craziness happening around me. The sound of the water streaming outside my room just made me feel like I wasn’t in the city.

The best part is the hotel has packages available right now which is worth checking out if you are looking for a weekend escape that is budget-friendly too.
Something to do with the kids at SEVEN Villa Hotel & Spa:
Treat your family to a wonderful five-star staycation in the heart of Sandton.
- Movie night done the right way!
The cost is R250 per person.
The hotel can do the screening in your room, in a conference room on the big screen (depending on number of children) or in a private lounge area that has a wall-mounted TV.
- Picnic experiences and can also light the fire pits for the kids to toast marshmallows.
- Treasure hunts for kids in the gardens (a chocolate/candy hunt).
- Pizza station on the outside patio.
The kids will get the dough and all the toppings, and the chef will then take it to the kitchen to cook it for them.
Luxury Family Respite
Valued at R 11 400
NOW R 6 700
The Luxury Family Respite offer includes a movie experience along with all the bells and whistles that go with it.
- 2 x interleading Villa Suites.
- 2 x popcorn, soft drinks, and M&M’s for the kids.
- In-room Netflix or movie night in a private venue (parents are welcome to leave their kids under our care for the duration of the movie whilst they enjoy a romantic date night).
- Bring your fur baby at no extra charge.
- Optional extra to book a romantic in-villa dinner experience or in-room movie night menu.

Aromatherapy Massage Package
Two full-body aromatherapy massages at Camelot Spa (1-hour treatment)
- Grand Luxe Room: R2 890
- Grand King Suite: R3 150
- Villa Suite: R3 550
- Jacuzzi Villa Suite: R4 590
Monday to Thursday – Stay over for 2 guests, including breakfast. Decadent room drop on arrival, and the most relaxing stay you’ll have all month!

Luxury Self Care Package
Grand King Suite: R2 690 per room
Includes:
- Breakfast
- Indulgent dessert platter
- Destressing massage – 60 min
- Bring your fur baby to stay with you
Optional add ons (charged per person):
- Bring your partner + R350
- Classic Mani and pedi at Camelot spa + R330
- 3 course set menu dinner + R350 (valued at R600)
- SEVEN Signature cocktail + R95
- Bottle of MCC + R480
- Movie night experience + R250

Villa Suite: R3 270 per room
Includes:
- Breakfast
- Indulgent dessert platter
- Destressing massage – 60 min
- Bring your fur baby to stay with you
Optional add ons (charged per person):
- Bring your partner + R550
- Classic Mani and pedi at Camelot spa + R330
- 3 course set menu dinner + R350 (valued at R600)
- SEVEN Signature cocktail + R95
- Bottle of MCC + R410
- Movie night experience + R250
- Upgrade to a jacuzzi villa + R1000
Lock Down Villa Spa Experience – R 5 500 per room
- Book a villa suite for 2 in a Jacuzzi Villa Suite.
- The ultimate way to decompress.
- Experience includes: 2 x full body massages in your room, smoothies, and a snack platter on the jacuzzi patio.
Even if you don’t stay at SEVEN Villa Hotel & Spa, go check out their restaurant. I promise you; you won’t regret it and dessert is a must!

For more info, visit their website