Johannesburg, South Africa (June 2, 2026) – Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg has been named a winner of the inaugural Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown, a newly introduced distinction recognising the world’s most exceptional hotels. The accolade marks a defining moment for the 117-room hotel, long regarded as one of Johannesburg’s most sought-after addresses, elevated above the city with far-reaching views across the renowned urban forest.
Designed as a series of intimate courtyards interwoven with gardens, the hotel offers a residential-style retreat where contemporary African design meets a strong connection to its surroundings. Spacious guest rooms and suites open onto private terraces, while across the property, experiences unfold through a collection of dining and wellness offerings that have become integral to the city’s social and culinary landscape.
At its centre is Flames, the hotel’s signature restaurant, where open-flame cooking and seasonal ingredients come together in elevated interpretations of regional cuisine, served on a terrace overlooking the city. Recently recognised as Best Fine Dining Restaurant at the 2026 South African Restaurant Awards, Flames reflects the hotel’s continued evolution as a leading culinary destination. The experience is complemented by the Four Seasons Spa, a nature-inspired sanctuary featuring multiple treatment rooms, holistic therapies, and an outdoor spa lounge, inviting guests to linger in a serene setting defined by natural light and panoramic views.
Launched in June 2026, the Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown is awarded only to hotels that have earned distinction across all three of the publication’s most influential lists – the Hot List, Gold List, and Readers’ Choice Awards – over the past 30 years. Drawing on Condé Nast Traveler’s nearly four decades of global authority, the recognition celebrates properties that have consistently resonated with editors, industry insiders and travellers alike.
Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff is among a select group of hotels worldwide to receive this honour, underscoring its enduring reputation for excellence and its ability to evolve while remaining deeply relevant to modern luxury travel.
The hotel’s inclusion in the Triple Crown reflects a legacy of recognition across Condé Nast Traveler’s definitive awards:
- Hot List: 1998 and 2015 (following its reimagining and reopening)
- Gold List: 2008
- Readers’ Choice Awards: 2017
Each accolade represents a distinct endorsement – from celebrating standout new and reimagined hotels to the editorial voice of Condé Nast Traveler, and the perspectives of its global readership.
“Being named among the inaugural recipients of the Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown is an exceptional honour,” says Martin Cody, Vice President and General Manager, Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg. “This recognition speaks to the consistency and care that defines the guest experience at The Westcliff. To be acknowledged by Condé Nast Traveler across editorial and reader awards over time is a meaningful reflection of the trust our guests place in us, and of the dedication of our entire team.”
With its elevated setting, distinctive design and commitment to thoughtful, personalised service, Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff continues to set the standard for luxury hospitality in Johannesburg – now further distinguished by its place among the world’s Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown honourees.
