The Fairway Hotel, JohannesburgThe Fairway Hotel in Johannesburg, South Africa has a corrected score of 3.8 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 14 of 123 hotels we score in Johannesburg. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.9 before correction: Booking.com 3.7, Tripadvisor 4.1. Rooms from about $96 a night (cached, not a live quote).The Fairway Hotel is a modern resort situated on the Randpark Golf Course in Randburg. It offers 116 accommodation options, ranging from standard hotel rooms to large four-bedroom double-storey villas. The property caters to families and golf enthusiasts, featuring two outdoor pools, two restaurants, and a full-service spa. Guests can enjoy a lounge terrace with views of the course and complimentary English breakfast. While the hotel provides secure self-parking and air conditioning, the coffee quality is noted as a drawback. It is a practical choice for those visiting the nearby Cresta Shopping Centre or travelling towards Sandton.What stands out

On-site golf course

Spacious villa options

Two outdoor swimming pools

Complimentary English breakfast

Watch out for

Low coffee quality

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