Hotel Description

Festina Lente Guesthouse, which means haste slowly in Latin, is our dream come true – Considering the hectic world we live in today we will continue to offer our guests a nostalgic, soulful experience of old world charm and luxury. A place you will want to visit again and again.

At Festina Lente (Latin for “haste slowly”) we believe that the things that we like, that intrigue us and give us joy, are those things that are made over time with care and love.

Festina Lente, a luxurious guesthouse, is located in the northern suburb of Hurlingham in Sandton, Johannesburg … only 3 kilometres from the popular Sandton City Shopping Centre and the Sandton Gautrain Station. The property is easily accessed from William Nicol and Sandton Drive.

The family who lived here before us, built the original house and stayed here for 48 years – which might be the reason we believe this sanctuary in the heart of Jo’burg has so much soul.

The crowning glory of the park-like garden, which attracts many birds and butterflies, is the huge Pine Oak tree that shades the main house. Festina Lente offers a sensory experience and resonates an ambiance of old world charm with a touch of new-world glamour.

Our wish at Festina Lente is that you will leave with the sense that some inner equilibrium has been restored.

​Accommodation – UNITS :

Fin de Jour – A formal French styled unit awaits you with an original French trellis and a fireplace for pure comfort. Personal touches with treasured items makes this an inviting space to rest and relax at the ‘end of day’.

Bonjour – A French baroque style characterized this unit. The interior decoration is highly ornamental and a wooden fireplace – perfect for pampering.

Le Homestead – Only the best. This bedroom with its spacious bathroom has a charming hunting lodge feel with a grey palette that soothes.

Afri-frans – Be our guest. Take rest and relaxation to the next level with this . Blending classic French style and ‘African chic’ to create this inspiring sanctuary. The lounge area is opulent, boasting velvet in deep red, ochre and midnight blue and sumptuous furniture.

Botanica – Rich textures, botanical colours and an opulent atmosphere of romance entice visitors to linger longer in this gorgeous suite. The inspiration was an 18th century European conservatory. Small still lifes created with elements from that era include old books, crystal lamps, classical statues and bird cages – all of which add to a sense of nostalgia.

Industria – A bold mix of Industrial and Victorian. Most of the décor in this unit has been lovingly re-purposed, re-stored and re-engineered. It is a magical space and the industrial aestehetic is showcased beautifully. The bathroom & shower is classic with its metro tiles, checkerboard floor and Victorian-style bathroom fittings.