In the flow of time an opportunity comes but once. The Forum Homini five star boutique hotel is an experience of inestimable value. It is located in a private game reserve, The Cradle of Humankind, one of the world's most famous heritage sites. Here you can explore the planet of the ages and visit a dozen dolomitic limestone caves – all this just 40 minutes from Johannesburg and Pretoria. Forum Homini is an architectural masterpiece set in a solemn and poetic landscape. Sweeping views of the valley abound from luxury suites with roofs covered in African veld. This unique design has a slightly subterranean feel with long grassveld creeping up the walls. This allows for an almost cave–like experience. A subtle handprint, an ancient totem and sculptures with references to evolution. To build a hotel in such a treasured environment is an ambitious project. This lifelong vision is the brainchild of Hendrik Marais who wanted to, "make the dramatic story of the evolution of man accessible, interesting and fun. This has manifested itself in Forum Homini Boutique Hotel and we hope that in its concept and welcoming hospitality, it becomes the gem within The Cradle."

Awarded to Forum Homini & roots restaurant are: Eat Out Top 10 Restaurant - 2008/2009 The Blazon du Chaine des Rotisseurs Top 10 deluxe restaurant for Dine 2008 American Express platinum fine dining award Allistaire Lawrence - Winner of the Young Chef's Regional Competition 2008 Loerie award – 2006 – Gold awarded to Forum Homini in the three dimensional architectural category Tourism Grading Accommodation – 5 star grading 2006/2007