Location: South Africa » Gauteng » Gauteng Central » JohannesburgThe FairlawnsFairlawns Boutique HotelDescriptionThe Fairlawns is a very unique, exclusive, up-market sanctuary for today’s traveler, be that business or leisure.
Conveniently situated in the Sandton suburb of Morningside Manor, Fairlawns is an award-winning boutique hotel boasting a total of 19 highly individualized, world-class Suites The conference centre, a large fully equipped gym, Balinese Spa and an excellent a la carte restaurant are available to ensure a full range of services are on offer. Once the private home of the current live-in owners, John and Anna Thacker, the property was originally bought from the Little Brenthurst Trust of Oppenheimer fame, and consisted of 10 acres with horses and stables and rolling green lawns . Portions of the property have been sold off, but it has retained its stately, park-like ambience with huge mature trees and prolific bird-life.
This well-kept secret is the perfect balance between tranquility and proximity to the thriving business centres of Sandton, Woodmead, Sunninghill and Rivonia, between professionalism and the warm, welcoming ambience created by friendly and caring staff. Elegant enough to host European royalty, relaxed enough for one visitor to comment "a home away from home, only better". We strive to match the beauty of our surroundings with personalized service and a ‘can-do’ attitude.
Come and escape to our exquisite haven of peace and tranquility right in the heart of Africa’s throbbing business capital. Set in estate-like grounds in Morningside, THE FAIRLAWNS is an exclusive boutique hotel for the discerning guest, offering 19 luxurious suites, including a presidential suite, set amidst tall trees and rolling lawns, with an architectural style reminiscent of the late 18th century European era.
THE FAIRLAWNS is a full service hotel offering the professionalism of a 5 star hotel while still retaining the personal ambience of a stately home. It offers serenity and privacy with every modern convenience, including secretarial services and internet facilites. Free transfers within the Sandton area. Airport transfers on request. Fairlawns, a recent addition to the ranks of boutique and small luxury hotels, has made a big impact since opening in the thriving Sandton market in January 1998. The Fairlawns, situated in Morningside Manor offers the very best in cuisine, service and amenities. We, at Fairlawns, consider all who grace our threshold to be our personal guests, ensuring them of privacy and comfort beyond any expectation. The Fairlawns offers twelve of the most luxirious suites set amidst tall trees and rolling lawns, with an architectural style reminiscent of the late 18th century European era. Fairlawns offers a haven from the hurly-burly of the busy city and surrounds, with the recaptured spirit of grace and elegance of a bygone era, yet managing to keep it very warm and welcoming. The Fairlawns Boutique Hotel is set amidst beautiful surroundings and has a warm, homely ambience, while exuding sophistication. The hotel comprises 12 courtyard suites, 6 premier suites and a presidential villa suite. There is a large, fully equipped gym and a newly built Balinese spa which offers hydrotherapy treatments, massage and much more. A large crystalline swimming pool is set in the expansive tree-lined garden. Fairlawns is within easy reach of activities such as golf, tennis, squash and horse riding. Service also includes transfers within the Sandton district, airport transfers, travel assistance and valet services. Accommodation COURTYARD SUITES These are Eurocentric , individually decorated, 54m2 suites with beautiful hand-painted techniques, high corniced ceilings, sumptuous fabrics and custom made classical furniture. The spacious bathrooms are fully equipped with bidets, marble vanities, large separate showers and baths. Working fireplaces enhance the romanticism of the suites. They comprise: The Windsor, The Empire, The French Provencial, The African, The Louis, The Bismark, The Swedish, The Scottish, The Mural, The English Manor, The Florentine and The Honeymoon Suite, with its stunning, over the top canopied bed which is a copy of one seen in the Palace of Versailles. Each Suite is a work of Art in its own right. Definitely not your run of the mill hotel room! PREMIER SUITES Unlike the Courtyard Suites, the 84m Premier Suites are all related to some aspect of South African history and honour such distinguished men and women as Emily Hobhouse, Jan Smuts, Nelson Mandela, The Dalai Lama, Harry Oppenheimer and Mahatma Gandhi. Three of the suites have balconies, the others open onto an oak-shaded terrace. Some have guest cloakrooms, all but one have separate lounges, and all are equipped with double basins, bidets, separate showers and jet baths, as well as under-tile heating in the bathrooms and working fireplaces. These suites are 84m2. PRESIDENTIAL RESIDENCE A traditional, opulent European style villa, boasting 240 square metres of unadulterated luxury. This suite was especially designed for visiting dignitaries and sophisticated world travelers. It boasts three private en-suite bedrooms : a main and a guest bedroom upstairs, and a smaller bedroom strategically situated downstairs for a bodyguard, driver or butler, which is available on request. To sleep in the master bedroom is an experience in itself, with its four-poster bed, working fireplace, French doors leading onto a balcony overlooking a sweeping view of the gardens and pool, a fully equipped walk-in dressing room with glass fronted drawers, a steam shower and a 1.8m diameter Jacuzzi bath to laze back and relax in with your partner. The Study is equipped with a large working desk and fax machine and was designed for the busy executive. The large lounge and dining room, as well as the adjacent kitchen and guest cloakroom, make it the ideal venue for discreetly entertaining high level visitors. For those wanting total privacy, there is a discrete private entrance to the villa and private parking. The Presidential Residence is ideal for hosting international dignitaries, politicians or celebrities that travel with an entourage, or for executives relocating back to South Africa with their families. A truly memorable stay is assured. RESTAURANT AND BAR THE RESTAURANT Dining at the Fairlawns is designed to be elegantly casual. The finer details like beautiful linen, crockery and silver cutlery are, however, an integral part of the experience. The candlelit tables and soft music give an enchantingly intimate and romantic atmosphere to the Italian influenced décor of the terrace restaurant. In the summer the venue of choice is out on the open terraces, where guests enjoy the renowned Johannesburg weather, which, like Camelot, is rarely too hot or too cold at night. The lamplights compete with the twinkling stars to make this destination restaurant a memorable venue.
The Menu is international and prepared fresh everyday from local produce. Personalized dishes are prepared with pleasure. Our award-winning wine list complements the delicious array of seasonal dishes on offer.
Although the continental buffet section of the breakfast menu is cleared at 10h30, Guests are welcome to order breakfast whenever they please. We subscribe to the philosophy that we are here for the Guest’s convenience, and not the Guest for ours.
Light lunches are served wherever a Guest desires – at the Pool, on the Terrace, in their Suite or in the Restaurant. An in-suite menu is also available.
Private Dinners can be arranged in a variety of venues. The Terrace Restaurant is open to non-residents for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week, bookings essential. THE BAR A sundowner enjoyed around the sparkling pool, or on the Terrace watching the setting sun and listening to the returning flocks of birds is a truly African experience. We are fortunate to be able to offer our Guests that priviledge while over-nighting in Johannesburg, or sojourning on business. In winter there is a roaring fire in the Bar to compensate for being in-doors.
The bar is fully stocked with a wide array of excellent wines, both local and international, and has won many awards to date. A Diners Club Diamond award (one of only 5 National recipients) and several Platinum awards for the "Wine list of the year" Annual Awards to name a few.   
AttractionsSpa The Fairlawns Spa subscribes to a holistic approach to wellness. Only the finest products have been chosen, with the main ranges being Elemis, Dermalogica and Guinot, as well as a selection of traditional South East Asian treatments which use natural spices, clays and oils.
There is an extensive selection of facials, massage therapies, grooming and body treatments from which to choose, as well as packages designed to truly spoil our Clients, either singly or in couples.
The fully self-contained Balinese Spa Villa is designed for couples to enjoy in total privacy, a wonderful honeymoon add-on.
The Balinese Spa Gardens, which were built entirely from imported Balinese materials, including the stones and roof tiles, is a not-to-be-missed experience. The incredible feeling of peace and tranquility which one enjoys after even a few minutes listening to the sound of running water and bird twitter in the bamboo groves, has to be personally experienced to be truly appreciated..
All the therapists are fully trained and have Cidesco certificates.
The Fairlawns Spa was voted runner-up in the Les Nouvelles Esthetiques Best Day Spa in South Africa 2007, is included in the Best 100 Spa in South Africa and has won numerous other accolades.   
Accolades | :Tourism Council of SA Star Grading |
TGCSA Star GradingFacilitiesFACILITIES In keeping with its consistently achieved 5 star rating and numerous local and international awards, the facilities and amenities on offer are of the highest standard. From the spacious well-appointed bathrooms to the goose down duvets and pure cotton linen on the extra length beds, comfort is of the utmost importance. Items such as in-room safes and bars, satellite TVs, DVDs, wireless and broadband connectivity are standard throughout. More unique are the working fireplaces in every suite, the romantic ambience and the little complimentary touches and services. There is a well-stocked library to browse through, or relax under one of the pool gazebos and admire the garden and prolific bird life. The world-class gym with him and her complimentary steam and infra red sauna facilities, not to mention the exquisite spa facilities with its authentic imported Balinese garden and private couples spa villa, are well worth a visit. Internationally security has become a concern and Fairlawns has addressed this with excellent 24 hour security systems. Our Guest Desk can assist with travel arrangements and organizing local tours to the numerous places of current and historical interest in and around Johannesburg. Our drivers are on hand to transfer guests to any of the well-worth a visit shopping areas or restaurants in the vicinity. The bar boasts a wine list that has consistently been awarded Platinum and Diamond awards since its opening in 1998. The outdoor informal dining on the terrace looking over the sparkling pool is a favourite meeting place for a breakfast, light lunch or sundowner. For a brief overview of things to do and see in Johannesburg, as well as a brief history of the city, click on Discover Joburg.
- A La Carte Restaurant
- Air-Conditioning
- Airport Transfers
- Balcony
- Gardens
- Gym
- Internet Facility
- Laundry Service
- Satellite TV
- Separate Shower
- Spa
- Swimming Pool
- Underfloor Heating
Fairlawns Boutique Hotel offers a full English and continental breakfast to be enjoyed anywhere, anytime. A buffet breakfast is available until 10.30am.
The lunch and dinner menus are à la carte.
Candlelit dinners can be served in either Fairlawns Boutique Hotel's private dining room, in the restaurant, or on the terrace. In the summer, a table can be set on the lawns under the stars or near the lit fountains, per your request. Conference The popularity of the conference centre can be attributed in part to the airy, natural light which the various venues enjoy. The La Scala venue has French doors which open onto the garden; the Cecil J Rhodes boardroom is a 16 seater horseshoe room with French doors leading onto balconies which overlook the Balinese Gardens; the Executive Boardroom has a fireplace and an adjacent sitting room which opens onto the garden and the larger function venues, the de Beers and Barney Barnato rooms each have 7 large windows. The gardens are the venue of choice for team building exercises.
A recent addition to our Conference facilities is a large secured parking area for guests’ convenience, as well as the installation of a 500 Watt generator to ensure non-interruption of power during those important business meetings. Day Conference Package - Tea / Coffee / Eats on arrival
- Morning Tea / Coffee and Eats
- Lunch – Chef’s choice
- Afternoon Tea / Coffee and Eats
- Equipment: Flipchart, OHP, TV Video, Screen, Secure Parking, Data Projector, Wireless Connectivity
- Room set up with water, mints, pens and pads (Venue Hire)
Half Day Conference Package - 2 tea breaks
- Standard equipment and venue hire as above
Breakfast Half Day Package - Breakfast plus one tea/ coffee break with Eats
- Standard equipment and venue hire as above
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| | Room Name | | Capacity | | | | Dimensions | Area | | | U-Shape | School Room | Theatre | Banquet | Length | Width | Height | m2 | | Conference Room 1 | 18 | 24 | 60 | | | | | | | Conference Room 2 | 10 | 16 | 30 | | | | | | | Terrace Restaurant | | | | 60 | 11 | 8 | | 88 | Rates: Conference and Accommodation rates on application. FUNCTIONS Our focus is to provide personal, flexible service in a refined and exclusive establishment. Fairlawns is the perfect venue for more intimate, sophisticated corporate or private functions, from breakfast presentations to formal dinner and cocktail parties. Our reservations staff are on hand to advise how best to plan that special event, while our operational staff ensure discreet but attentive service on the day. The Fairlawns has been the venue of choice for many high profile functions and celebrations and caters for numbers from 10 to 100. WEDDINGS The Fairlawns with its myriad photo opportunities and beautiful backdrops is a sought after venue for smaller, romantic weddings, as well as the celebration of birthdays and anniversaries or proposing in that perfect, unforgettable setting. The small and intimate nature of Fairlawns makes it ideal for weddings that cater to international visitors, who can enjoy the excitement and ambience of the day in a congenial, exclusive environment. Please note, however, that total exclusivity cannot be ensured unless the entire hotel is booked.
There are a selection of magnificently romantic honeymoon suites. The Presidential Suite has also recently been made available to honeymooners at a very special rate.
For the bride and her retinue we have wonderful pre-wedding spa packages to relax and beautify them on that special day. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
DirectionsFrom Johannesburg International Airport: take the R24 to Johannesburg. Stay on the highway until signs to Pretoria. Take N3 to Pretoria. Take the Marlborough off-ramp and turn left. Carry along this road until T-Junction. Turn right into Bowling Avenue, go through 4 sets of traffic lights. Turn left into Alma Road. The Fairlawns is 500m on the right hand side. |
The Fairlawns
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