Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & SpavsDiamond Diggers Backpackers
Both hotels are endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa ranks marginally higher than Diamond Diggers Backpackers. Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa is ranked #27 in Johannesburg with recommendations from 3 sources including Hideaway Report, Fodor's and Afar Magazine.
Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa
Fodor's
Afar Magazine
Hideaway Report
The Telegraph Fodor's
1 Alma Road, (Off Bowling Avenue), Sandton 2052, South Africa
From $190/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Fodor's "In a residential area, this gracious boutique hotel was once a private home owned by the Oppenheimer family." Full review
Afar Magazine "It’s all about Old World elegance at Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa." Full review
Hideaway Report94.0
"Distinguished boutique hotel occupying a former private villa amid tranquil, parklike grounds in the northern suburb of Sandton." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This tranquil, suburban oasis bulges with jacaranda blooms and pea-green parakeets that flit about its grounds." Full review
Fodor's "Located in a residential area, this gracious boutique hotel was once a private home owned by the Oppenheimer family. Each individually decorated suite mimics classic Eastern and European..." Full review
Diamond Diggers Backpackers
Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
36 Doris Street, Kensington, Johannesburg, South Africa
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Outdoor pool
Rough Guide "Boasting a dramatic view of the inner-city skyline, this cheap but clean and organized lodge is not too far from the airport and downtown Jo’burg."
Lonely Planet "This backpackers is OK, with a variety of dorms and doubles spread over a couple of different houses... but the atmosphere is subdued and the bathrooms have seen better days." Full review
