Location
The hotel is a very unique, exclusive and up-market sanctuary for the modern business or leisure traveller. Conveniently situated in the Sandton suburb of Morningside Manor, 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 birdlife. It is located approximately 45 km from Johannesburg’s Oliver Reginald Tambo International Airport.
Facilities
In addition to 6 villas/houses, guests can also choose from a selection of 40 suites and 10 double rooms. Check-in and check-out are easy at this hotel, which has a 24-hour reception desk and a lift. Services and facilities include a safe, a library, room service, a laundry service, a conference room and a business centre. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Services include a hotel shuttle bus.
Rooms
Air conditioning ensures that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. Guests can enjoy the view of the pool from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and include a double bed or a king-size bed. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio, a CD player and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. Slippers are included. A hairdryer and bathrobes are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The hotel has 39 non-smoking rooms.
Sports/Entertainment
The outdoor pool complex provides invigorating refreshment. Fine weather can be enjoyed on the terrace. There are a variety of leisure facilities and services to choose from, including golf, a gym, a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a beauty salon and massage treatments.
Meals
Various dining options are available, including a dining room and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Bed and breakfast can be booked. A continental breakfast buffet guarantees a great start to the day. At lunch, guests can choose between a buffet, à la carte and a set menu. Dinner options include à la carte and a set menu.
Payment
The following credit cards are accepted: American Express, VISA, Diners Club and MasterCard.