A SANDTON ESCAPE
Nestled in the lush suburb of Morningside Manor in Sandton, Fairlawns
Boutique Hotel & Spa is recognised as one of the most beautiful, romantic
and exclusive hotels in South Africa.
Fairlawns is one of Johannesburg’s best-kept secrets, where guests are treated like royalty, and their privacy is of utmost importance. With its air of relaxed exclusivity, the hotel is a five-star home away from home set in an environment of peaceful isolation. However, despite the city seeming far away, the major business and shopping centres of Sandton lie close by, and can be reached by car in a matter of minutes.
The initial vision of owners John and Anna
Thacker was to create a unique luxury hotel where guests would feel embraced by
the elegant grounds, service and ambience without losing the flexibility that
they consider the raison
d'être
of Fairlawns. “Thinking like guests rather than like hoteliers” is the Thacker
motto.
Villa d’Este on Lake Como in Northern Italy
and Easton Manor in Surrey, England were the inspiration behind the hotel’s
predominantly Palladian architectural style. A timeless classic sporting modern
facilities, Fairlawns has been awarded numerous accolades, including Best
Luxury Wellness Spa in South Africa in 2014; one of the Top Three Luxury Hotels
in Sandton and the Top 23 Hotels in South Africa in 2014 (as rated by
TripAdvisor global travellers); World Luxury Hotel Awards Best Luxury Hotel Spa
in 2013; and Andrew Harper’s Recommendation for 2013. The hotel’s wine list was
named Platinum Diners Club Wine List of the Year in 2012 and 2013, and Diamond
Diners Club Wine List of the Year in 2014.
The hotel’s 43 opulent suites and
Presidential Suite complement the grace and beauty of its exterior. Each suite
measures approximately 84 m•, while the Presidential Suite, which has its own
private entrance, occupies 240 m•. Accommodation in the Presidential comprises
a bodyguard bedroom, upstairs guest and master bedrooms, study, and separate
lounge and dining room.
Each suite, no matter what the theme, is
tastefully appointed and spacious – hallmarks of the Fairlawns tradition. From
bespoke furniture to thoughtful architectural detailing, the entire property is
a labour of love, and it shows. The eclectic mix of old and new, stylish and
practical; creates an aura reminiscent of stately old English homes, French
chateaux, or Tuscan villas. The hotel’s exterior exhibits the balance and sense
of proportion typical of Palladian buildings, and brings together the rich
variations of décor styles within the suites themselves, which vary from the
Florentine Suite to the African Suite, with a host of unexpected surprises in
between.
The
fact that Fairlawns was built on the original home of the owners adds to the
air of gracious hospitality present in every building on the sprawling
property. An Oppenheimer residence prior to being purchased by the Thackers,
the hotel has a “welcome home” feeling that encourages guests to relax at the
end of a long business day or sightseeing tour – the perfect place to enjoy a
sundowner while listening to the birds returning to their “headquarters” on the
property.
Fairlawns accommodates both local
and international corporate and leisure guests, all of whom seem to regard the
hotel as their private sanctuary when in Johannesburg. The delectable cuisine
on offer at the Terrace Restaurant and the pampering treats presented at the
Balinese Spa are also available to day visitors. While the Meeting and Banquet
Centre provides the perfect venue for productive business gatherings, the
private Bali-inspired Spa gardens offer a restorative escape for those wanting
to disappear from it all for a while. Golfers are never disappointed, as the
hotel is in partnership with the nearby Johannesburg Country Club, which offers
two world-class courses.
Fairlawns
launched its Private Villa Residence and new Victoria Tea Lounge as part of its
2014 expansion plan.
For
further information and reservations call +27 11 804 2540/1/2, email reservations@fairlawns.co.za or visit www.fairlawns.co.za
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