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Johannesburg

Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa

Rialto Score 9+

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With close attention to detail and exceptional service, Fairlawns creates an intimate atmosphere where some of the globe's most vibrant personalities converge. The 41 suites are decorated in various themes ranging from Eastern influence to French provincial. Fairlawns is 6 kilometers from central Sandton and 20 kilometers from the Johannesburg city center, offering a mix of luxury and convenience. Previously a luxury private residence, the property has an air of eclectic sophistication. Consider Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa your home away from home, where heartfelt hospitality can be soaked in like the African sun.

1 Alma Road, Morningside, 2052 Johannesburg, South Africa
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Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa

About Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa

Insider tip

The Terrace is perfect for sipping a sundowner while watching the magical African sunset and listening to the evening birdsong.

In the hotel’s own words

The Fairlawns is a 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 40 highly individualized, world-class Suites. Come and escape to our exquisite haven of peace and tranquility right in the heart of Africa’s vibrant business capital.

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The suites at the Fairlawns comprise of some of the most opulent and distinctive suites in South Africa. Each is individually designed, both architecturally and decoratively, a Suite for every taste. There are 12 Courtyard suites (Classic suites), 6 Villa suites (Superior suites), 20 Grande Chateau suites (Classic suites) and a 240m2 Presidential Residence.

Dining at the Fairlawns is designed to be elegantly smart 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 Amuse Bouche restaurant.

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.

Long lazy summer time breakfasts, accompanied with a glass of bubbly, are the perfect way to start the day over weekends.

Light lunches are served wherever our in house Guest desires – at the Pool, on the Terrace, in their Suite or in the Restaurant. An in-suite menu is also available.

A sundowner enjoyed around the sparkling pool, or on the Champagne Terrace watching the setting sun and listening to the returning flocks of birds is a truly African experience.

The Fairlawns Spa subscribes to a holistic approach to wellness. Only the finest products have been chosen, with the ranges being QMS and Clarins as well as a selection of traditional South East Asian treatments which use natural spices, clays and oils.

The Balinese Spa Gardens have an 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.

VIP Hotel Program · Invitation-only

Virtuoso benefits, included

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Virtuoso is an invitation-only network of luxury travel agencies. VIP rates generally meet or beat the hotel's website rates and include this hotel's own Virtuoso amenities below.

  • Room upgrade on arrival, based on availability
  • Daily breakfast for two per bedroom
  • Two complimentary 30-minute massages targeting back, neck, shoulder
  • Dinner voucher of 1000 ZAR, to be utilized during stay
  • Complimentary Pressing of clothing items on day of arrival Complimentary use of all wet facilities in Spa
  • Bookings in our Villa Moji & Tree House Suite will also receive complimentary roundtrip private airport transfers
  • Early check-in and late check-out, based on availability

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Rooms and suites

6 room types, as described by the hotel.
Rooms
Size
1Tree House Studio
Named for its positioning in the treetop canopy, this two bedroom family suite is the latest addition to the Fairlawns offering. With its state of the art kitchen, lounge and dining room, this suite is ideally suited to longer family stays.
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Suites
Size
2Grand Chateau Suite
These 20 suites are the latest addition to the hotel with 4 family interleading rooms. Again in true Fairlawns style, each room is individually decorated, echoing the origional ideas of the Courtyard and Villa suites, yet with a modern contemporary twist.
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3Courtyard Suite
Eurocentric, individually decorated 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.
Members only
4Maison Spa Suite
Previously known as the Presidential Suite, this is a traditional, opulent European style villa, boasting unadulterated luxury.
Members only
Villas
Size
5Villa Suite
Unlike the Courtyard Suites, the Villa Suites relate to some aspects of South African history and honour such distinguished men and women. · Three of the suites have balconies, the others open onto an oak-shaded terrace.
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6Villa Residence
The Villa residence comprises a villa in a private, fully walled garden with a heated swimming pool, private gazebos, one of which has a decadent day bed with antique chandelier, 3 large ensuite bedrooms, kitchen, family/games rooms, lounge and dining areas with working fireplaces, large outdoor living area, as well…
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Room type data is subject to change and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does booking through Rialto cost more than booking with the hotel?

No - VIP rates under Virtuoso always meet or beat hotel's public, flexible rate, and provide valuable amenities and possible upgrades. Rialto also provides the hotel's non-VIP and corporate rates, so you can compare with full transparency.

What is the value of the VIP benefits?

Daily breakfast for two comes with every stay at this hotel - which could add $50-100/day in value, not counting any other VIP program benefits like room upgrades.

How does this compare to other programs, like through AMEX Fine Hotels & Resorts, or Chase Edit?

Using a hotel's own VIP program may provide higher upgrade priority, additional VIP benefits and promotional rate offers, and a direct relationship with the hotel for special requests. Rialto offers more VIP hotels than any credit card program. In addition, Chase Edit rates can be substantially more expensive as they rarely run promotions whereas AMEX rates are often comparable but do not offer programs such as Upgrade at Booking.

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