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LOCATION
INTRODUCTION
CONFERENCING
DAY CONFERENCE PACKAGES
VENUE SET-UP
CONFERENCE ROOM SPECIFICATIONS
FLOOR PLANS
SITE MAP
ACCOMMODATION
FACILITIES
SPA & GOLF
ACTIVITIES
2 3 R44 R312 R27 SOUTHERN PAARL PAARL FARMS R301 M14 N1 M48 R304 R45 N7
N1 R44 BLOUBERGSTRAND M13 DURBANVILLE R101 R301 RIETVLEI HAWEQWA NATURE RESERVE LOCATION BRACKENFELL R45 R101 M23 R304 CAPE R45 SIMONSBERG N1 TOWN BRACKENFELL SOUTH NATURE RESERVE CITY OF BELLVILLE PAROW M23 CLOETESVILLE M6 R102 FRANSCHHOEK GPS: -34.3172,19.1347 N1
M5 BERG RIVER DAM R43 STELLENBOSCH BANHOEK CONSERVANCY M62 BELHAR R300 KUILS RIVER THREE WATERS N2 DELFT NATURE RESERVE M12 JONKERSHOEK Cape Town 100 km M6 NATURE RESERVE SOUTHERN SUBURBS GUGULETU R45 VILLIERSDORP BLUE DOWN Cape Town International Airport 70 km R44 PHILLIPI Kleinmond 8 km
M36 KHAYELITSHA MITCHELLS PLAIN HELDERBERG HOTTENTOTS-HOLLAND Hermanus 22 km NATURE RESERVE HOUT BAY N2 TOKAI FOREST M6 LOURENS RIVIER R321 SOMERSET WEST R43
STRAND DIRECTIONS: M4 GROENLANDBERG NATURE RESERVE FISH HOEK Take the N2 from Cape Town heading towards Somerset West and continue until you reach Sir Lowry’s Pass. Continue KOMMETJIE M6 GORDONS BAY GRABOUW over this pass and then turn left onto the R43 (to Hermanus). Continue on this road for approximately 10 km until R44 N2
M65 M4 (Kleinmond sign) where you turn right. Follow the road for about 2 km until you see the Arabella Country Estate sign on N2 HOTTRNTONS-HOLLARD M66 MOUNTAIN CATCHMEN SIMON’S TOWN your left.
R44 HOTTENTOTS-HOLLAND MOUNTAIN CATCHMENT AREA N2 Or take the spectacularly scenic coastal route from Gordon’s Bay (off the N2 from Cape Town), passing through Betty’s CALEDON M65 M4 Bay and Kleinmond. Follow the road for about 8 km until you see the Arabella Country Estate sign on your right. The hotel CAPE PENINSULA HOUWHOEK NATURE RESERVE is situated in the Arabella Country Estate. R44 ARABELLA From Caledon take the N2 west towards Cape Town and then turn left onto the R43 (to Hermanus). Continue on this road R43 KOGELBERG COUNTRY NATURE RESERVE for approximately 10 km until R44 (Kleinmond sign) where you turn right. Follow the road for about 2 km until you see ESTATE R44
R44 the Arabella Country Estate sign on your left. The Afircan Pride Arabella Hotel and Spa, Autograph Collection, is situated KLEINMOND R44 on the Arabella Country Estate R44
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4 5 INTRODUCTION
Nestled deep in the heart of the Kogelberg Biosphere, a breath-taking 1 hour and 15 minutes’ drive from Cape Town, is the unique African Pride Arabella Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection. Located 30 minutes’ drive from the world-renowned whale watching haven of Hermanus, the region enjoys pure champagne air and quite possibly the most stunning scenery the picturesque Western Cape has to offer. The hotel itself offers the ultimate in luxury and a wealth of leisure and business options. The hotel staff will go out of their way to help you create a memorable and unique event and whether you’re organising a team building exercise, the launch of a new product or a conference, you can be sure that we have the facilities to carry it all off with style and panache. The fabled 18-hole, Par 72 Championship Arabella Golf Course is currently in the Top 10 golf courses in South Africa. Reclaim your sense of self at the Arabella Spa or indulge in the heated indoor hydro-pool and outdoor lap pool, sauna, steam room and the crystalline waters of the swimming pool. Beyond the walls of this retreat, you’re spoilt for choice with activities, such as shark cage diving, whale watching, or visiting the Hemel en Aarde Wine Valley.
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6 7 CONFERENCING
The hotel offers the ultimate in business facilities, including the Kogelberg Centre / Ballroom, an international conference and business centre equipped with the latest equipment to ensure your business event is as world-class as everything at African Pride Arabella Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection.
KOGELBERG CENTRE The Kogelberg Centre / Ballroom provides spectacular views over the 18-hole Peter Matkovich golf course, Botrivier Lagoon and Nature Reserve. With state-of-the-art Audio Visual equipment, technology and beautiful organic décor, this multi-functional room is equally appropriate for any type of occasion, presentation or conference. This double-volume room measures in at 453 square meters and can accommodate up to 360 people (cinema set-up). One of its unique features allows you to divide the room into 3 smaller private rooms by using the acoustic retractable panels. The room is flanked by a pre-assembly area that accommodates up to 150 people standing, and with the terrace added, up to 350 GUESTS at any given time.
ORCA CENTRE This multi-functional venue is equally appropriate for any type of occasion, presentation or conference and is sub-divided into 2 sections. This room measures in at 138 square meters and can accommodate up to 110 people (cinema set-up). The rooms are filled with natural light and have an extraordinary view over the hotel pool and across the valley. The foyer area can be used for welcome drinks or as a relaxation space during breaks. The venues are equipped with state-of- the-art built-in drop-down screens and data projectors. BUSINESS CENTRE Our Business Centre consists of five boardrooms for business executive meetings or smaller conference groups. Each of these rooms is equipped with the necessary and latest equipment from LCD Projectors, Television and Sound equipment. All ready to “plug-and-play” with connectivity to the ISDN, data and fax points. Facilities include full secretarial services, facsimile, colour-photocopier travel desk, and two Internet booths to only list a few.
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8 9 VENUE SET-UP CONFERENCE ROOM SPECIFICATIONS
KOGELBERG CONFERENCE CENTRE ROOM ROOM ROOM BOARD- CINEMA / SCHOOL- COCK- AREA BANQUET U-SHAPE DAY- ROOM LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH ROOM THEATRE ROOM TAILS IN SQM (PAX) (PAX) LIGHT (M) (M) (M) (PAX) (PAX) (PAX) (PAX)
Kogelberg Centre 453 15 30.2 6 - 256 120 360 216 400
Palmiet Room 115. 5 15 7.7 6 30 60 30 72 30 100
Rooisand Room 112 . 5 15 7.5 6 30 60 30 72 30 100
Kogelberg Room 225 15 15 6 60 120 60 162 90 200
Palmiet & Rooisand 228 15 15.2 6 60 120 60 162 90 200
Rooisand & Kogelberg 337.5 15 22.5 8 90 180 90 234 162 300
BUSINESS CENTRE ROOM ROOM ROOM BOARD- CINEMA / SCHOOL- COCK- AREA BANQUET U-SHAPE DAY- ROOM LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH ROOM THEATRE ROOM TAILS IN SQM (PAX) (PAX) LIGHT (M) (M) (M) (PAX) (PAX) (PAX) (PAX)
The Boardroom 17.2 5 3.5 2.5 6 - - - - -
Humpback Whale 24.5 5 4.9 2.5 8 - - - - -
Blue Whale 25.76 5.6 4.6 2.5 8 - - - - -
Fin Whale 26.46 4.9 5.4 2.5 8 - - - - -
Southern Right Whale 46.5 7.5 6.2 2.5 14 - - - - - Fin Whale & 72.6 12.4 5.4 2.5 18 - - - - - Southern Right Whale
ORCA CONFERENCE CENTRE ROOM ROOM ROOM BOARD- CINEMA / SCHOOL- COCK- AREA BANQUET U-SHAPE DAY- ROOM LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH ROOM THEATRE ROOM TAILS IN SQM (PAX) (PAX) LIGHT (M) (M) (M) (PAX) (PAX) (PAX) (PAX)
Orca Room 1 62 9.8 8.1 2.5 18 40 18 48 36 50
Orca Room 2 76 9.8 8.1 2.5 22 40 22 54 40 50
Orca Room 1 & 2 138 19.6 8.1 2.5 40 100 44 110 85 10
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10 11 FLOOR PLANS
KOGELBERG CENTRE ORCA CENTRE
KEY TO SYMBOLS
WINDOW KEY TO SYMBOLS A/V & NETWORKING SERVICE PANELS A/V & NETWORKING SERVICE PANELS WINDOW DOOR SLIDING DOOR WINDOW DOOR GLASS DOOR (5 METERS) GLASS DOOR
WINDOW (LAGOON & GOLF COURSE)
(PATIO) (KOGELBERG TERRACE) ORCA 2
PALMIET ROOM PARTITION KOGELBERG ROOM (FOYER) ROOISAND ROOM
ASSEMBLY
ORCA 1 (RECEPTION
UPSTAIRS) PARTITIONS PARTITIONS
ENTRANCE
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12 13 FLOOR PLANS SITE MAP
BUSINESS CENTRE HOTEL & GOLF COURSE HOTEL
GOLF GREENS MARSH ROSE ROAD 5 SWIMMING POOL TEE BOX
FAIRWAYS CLUB HOUSE
COMMUNAL AREA 4 HELIPAD DAMS R44 6
MAIN SECURITY
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MAIN ENTRANCE 3
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PARTITIONS SOUTHERN RIGHT (BUSINESS WHALE ROOM CENTRE) BOARD HUMPBACK ROOM WHALE BLUE WHALE FIN WHALE ROOM ROOM ROOM
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15 WARM-UP RANGE 8
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KEY TO SYMBOLS 9 10 WINDOW 11 A/V & NETWORKING SERVICE PANELS
WINDOW DOOR SLIDING DOOR 18 16
GLASS DOOR (5 METERS)
DAM
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14 15 ACCOMMODATION
The rooms are decorated in welcoming, warm earthy tones that mirror the beauty of the surrounding area and are dressed with rich rosewood furniture, luxurious cottons and plush duvets and pillows.
48 DELUXE GARDEN ROOMS 4 ONE-BEDROOM EXECUTIVE SUITES All Deluxe Garden Rooms are non-smoking of which Each Suite has a separate lounge and can accommodate 18 are Twin and 28 are King. Every Deluxe Garden Room 2 adults. Every Suite leads to a private balcony leads to a private balcony overlooking the swimming pool. overlooking the lagoon waters.
69 DELUXE LAGOON ROOMS EACH ROOM HAS THE FOLLOWING AMENITIES: All Deluxe Lagoon Rooms are non-smoking of which Electronic laptop-sized safe | Spacious bathroom with 44 are King and 25 are Twin. Every Deluxe Lagoon Room bath and shower | Double basins and bidet in bathroom | leads to a private balcony overlooking the pristine grounds Extra-length king-sized bed | Camping cots (on request) and lagoon waters. | Connecting rooms available | Executive work desk | Fully-stocked minibar - only available in Suites and upon 22 SUITES request in Deluxe Rooms | LCD TV with selected DSTV Each Suite has a separate lounge with sleeper couch channels | Bottled water | Individually controlled that can accommodate a family of 4 (children under the air-conditioning | Bathrobes and slippers | Turndown age of 12). All Suites are non-smoking of which 10 are service | International electric point adapters | Coffee Lagoon view suites and 12 are Garden view suites. Every and tea-making facilities | 24-hour room service | Suite leads to a private balcony overlooking the pristine Hairdryer | Iron and ironing board | Telephone. grounds, swimming pool or lagoon waters. Please be advised: The rates are quoted in South African Rand and are per room, per night 2 PRESIDENTIAL SUITES inclusive of breakfast. The rate is inclusive of 15% VAT. Rates exclude the Each Presidential Suite is non-smoking with separate Tourism Levy charged at a rate of 1% of the total accommodation revenue. Rates exclude any national or provincial tourism or other levies, which may lounge, separate en-suite bathroom, Jacuzzi and sauna. be required by legislation to be collected from time to time. The quoted rate will increase automatically, without prior notification in the event that Each suite leads to a private balcony overlooking the golf the prevailing rates of either Value Added Tax or other applicable levies course and lagoon waters. are increased. The hotel is pleased to offer 1 complimentary room based on every 40 rooms reserved and taken up per night. Check-in time is from 15h00 on the day of arrival and check-out time on the day of departure is before 11h00. The hotel participates in the “Arabella Community Trust” Programme, which is at the discretion of our guests.
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17 FACILITIES
DINING: FOOD AND BEVERAGE JAMANI BUFFET
A window to the soul of Africa, offering contemporary South African cuisine in a casual environment. A large balcony with vistas of the cascading swimming pool glistering in the morning sun or softly-lit at night, creates the ideal setting to enjoy a leisurely buffet. Open for breakfast and dinners.
JAMANI À LA CARTE
A reflection of South Africa’s love affair with food and wine, with the focus on only the best locally-sourced ingredients. This is an elegant and upmarket dining experience with breathtaking sunset views of the lagoon and golf course. Dinner only.
PRIVATE DINING
Private dining happens in a room celebrating our excellent food-friendly wines produced in the area. Wine barrels decorate the walls and a magnificent glass bottle chandelier looms over a table that can accommodate up to ten discerning diners. Your wish is our command.
OTHER Barnabas Bar | Laguna Lounge | Laughing Waters
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19 SPA AND GOLF
ARABELLA SPA Reclaim your sense of self, one lavishly idyllic minute at a time at Arabella Spa. Well-revered as one of South Africa’s premiere spa destinations, the Arabella Spa is a heavenly retreat devoted to wellness.
TREATMENTS INCLUDE:
Sauna and Steam Room | Heated indoor hydro pool and outdoor lap pool Body and skincare treatment rooms offering therapeutic, regenerative and luxurious facial and body treatments
OTHER:
Hair Salon | Fitness Centre
ARABELLA GOLF Experience one of the Cape’s top golf courses, currently ranked in the Top 10 in South Africa. Surrounded by the magnificent Kogelberg mountain range, Bot River Lagoon and edged by wild fynbos, the picturesque Arabella Golf Course is the ideal place to pursue a passion for golf. Features include:
18 holes | 72 par | Car Tempo Golf Carts | Warm-up area | Driving Range | Pro Shop | Golf Pro Lessons
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21 ACTIVITIES
IDEAS FOR INCENTIVE ACTIVITIES Arabella Spa | 18 Hole Championship Arabella Golf Course | Shark cage diving | Whale watching Sea kayaking | Lagoon Kayaking | Quad biking | Horse riding | Guided Nature Trails and Hiking | Mountain biking Fynbos and Harold Porter Botanical Garden Tours
IDEAS FOR TEAMBUILDING ACTIVITIES Customized Adventurism, e.g. Potjiekos competitions, Art jamming etc. | Tree Top Slides | Treasure Hunt Survivor Games | Amazing Race | Paintball | Ninebot | Chocolate and Wine pairing Wine blending and bottling | Golf teambuilding
All activities are to be planned and co-ordinated prior to the arrival of the group.
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25 African Pride Arabella Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection On the Arabella Country Estate, R44 Kleinmond, Hermanus 7195, Western Cape, South Africa Tel: +27 (0) 28 284 0000 Fax: +27 (0) 28 284 0003 Email: [email protected] arabellahotelspa.com
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