The Fairlawns opened its doors as a boutique hotel in January 1998, with the original 12 courtyard suites, the restaurant and bar. Today, there are another 6 premier suites and a presidential suite, a conference centre, a large fully equipped gym and a spa. Once a private home and consisting of a 10 acre property with horses, stables and rolling lawns, the hotel has managed to retain its stately, park-like ambience with huge mature trees and prolific bird-life. The external architecture is Palladian, with a range styles in the bedrooms and suites for every taste. The original 12 Suites are individually decorated with beautiful hand-painted techniques, high corniced ceilings, sumptuous fabrics and custom designed period furniture, the new Premier Suites reflect South African history and feature Jacuzzi baths and balconies, while the Presidential Suite boasts 3 bedrooms, study, dining room and kitchenette. Hotel facilities include wireless internet, airport transfers on request in a Vito microbus or a Rolls Royce, easy access to golf, tennis, squash and horse riding, wonderful garden with large sparkling pool, Health spa and Balinese spa garden, 18-hour Room service, same-day laundry (except public holidays), a la carte restaurant or private dining room, bar and terrace.