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2 The Devonshire Hotel is a Johannesburg landmark that dates back to the 1930 s. The Devonshire is located in Johannesburg s vibrant cosmopolitan, business and academic district; Braamfontein. This hotel offers a warm and inviting guest experience which caters to travelling businessmen, sports fans and conference delegates alike. The Devonshire Hotel is only a few minutes from the OR Tambo International Airport, Sandton City Shopping Centre, Wits University, University of Johannesburg, Milpark Business School, Melrose Arch and Rosebank.

3 ACCOMMODATION Located in the heart of the up and coming Braamfontein upliftment precinct. The Devonshire Hotel offers the ideal location for conference venues and specials events. After a day of conferencing or exploring the rich history and cultural attractions of Johannesburg, guests can retire to our well-appointed, comfortable accommodations. - Wireless Internet Connectivity - TV with selected DSTV channels - Air-conditioning and heating* - Telephone - Hair Dryer* - 12 hour a day room service - Laundry Service There are three different room types: - Standard Single Room - Standard Twin Room - King Room * All rooms are non-smoking * Selected rooms or on request.

4 CONFERENCING & EVENTS Located in the heart of the up and coming Braamfontein upliftment precinct. The Devonshire Hotel offers the ideal location for conferences and special events. The following equipment is included in your conference venue hire package. - Registration desk - Screens - Lectern / podium - White board - Flip Chart - Data Projector - Backup Equipment - PA System - Wireless network - Special stationery requests - Business services (Fax and photocopying)

5 34 on Melle Diner Be transported to a 50 s themed American Diner. 34 on Melle offers an American Diner menu. The restaurant is well suited to cater for year-end functions, birthday parties and product launches. The Devonshire Arms The Devonshire Arms Bar is currently undergoing renovations. It is an ideal venue for patrons watching sporting events while enjoying the company of friends and colleagues. DINING EXPERIENCE The Devonshire Hotel offers a variety of dining experiences from the Restaurant through to 34 On Melle Diner. Enjoy a pre or after dinner drink at any of our bars - The Piano Bar, Cigar lounge or The Devonshire Arms Bar. Piano Bar This warm and inviting bar is located on the first floor of the hotel and is a good gathering point for pre or after dinner drinks. The Piano Bar is open to guests and the public alike, offering a wide selection of drinks and light meals. Cigar Lounge This elite lounge is ideal for the business man looking to wind down after a long day with a hand rolled Cuban cigar and a glass of our finest whiskey.

6 LOCAL ATTRACTIONS Newtown Cultural Precinct A wide selection of South African culture, history houses and a variety of museum displays. Offers a wide variety of interesting and diverse restaurants, ranging from ethnic South African to sophisticated African menus. Nelson Mandela Bridge The Nelson Mandela Bridge is a relatively new addition to the Johannesburg skyline. You can drive across it or, if you prefer to appreciate the view at a slower pace, take a walk on one of the two pedestrian lanes, or cycle along the bicycle lane. The bridge is a great way to see the city at no cost, but we encourage visitors to explore during the day.

7 LOCAL ATTRACTIONS SHOPPING 44 on Stanley A blend of curious and quirky for the adventurous and the sublime. Arts and culture. Contact: Web: www44stanley.co.za Oriental Plaza 360 shops offering bargains! Contact: Mon - Sat: 8:30am - 5pm, Fridays till 1:30pm Eastgate Shopping Mall Located in Bedfordview, just off the highway between OR Tambo International Airport and the Johannesburg city centre, the centre has 250 stores that cater for all tastes and styles. Address: Cnr of Nicol and Bradfors Road, Bedfordview Phone: Gandhi Square Gandhi s contribution to the struggle for liberation and justices has been recently acknowledged by the City of Johannesburg. The site of the city s first courthouse, formerly named Government Square and later Van der Byl Square was renamed in Gandhi s honour in 1999 and a statue erected to commemorate his role in shaping our country in HISTORICAL INTERESTS Apartheid Museum The museum exhibits unedited and uncensored audio-visual material and photographs documenting some of the most harrowing episodes in South Africa s history. A tour of the museum is sure to leave visitors wondering how South Africa has managed to put behind the injustices of the past and build a society based on dignity and equality Address: Cnr Northern Parkway & Gold Reef Road, Ormonde, Johannesburg Phone: Hector Pieterson Memorial & Museum The Hector Pieterson Memorial & Museum, situated in Orlando West, Soweto, commemorates the role of the country s students in the struggle against apartheid. Together with the memorial, it commemorates those who died in the uprisings, and celebrates the student s role in the struggle for freedom. Memorial Site: 8287 Khumalo Street, Orlando West, Soweto. Museum: 8288 Maseko Street, Orlando West, Soweto Phone: /2 (Memorial Site) and (Museum) Soweto and the Mandela House Museum Soweto - an acronym for South-Western Township - provides visitors with a unique cultural experience. It is the largest black residential area in South Africa, a product of the apartheid government s policy of segregation. Address: 8115 Vilakazi Street, Orlando West, Soweto Phone: The Mall of Rosebank Rosebank Mall stimulates shopping experiences with its renowned African Craft Market & Rooftop Market where visitors can purchase indigenous curios from a collection of African artefacts. Phone:

8 LOCAL ATTRACTIONS Museum Africa Museum Africa is Johannesburg s social and cultural history museum. The exhibition draws from Museum Africa s vast collection of original political cartoons. Dating back to the 1700 s, and running through the the late 2000 s, the exhibition shows how political cartoons can be used both as a means of opression and as a means of protest and change. Address: Old market Building, 121 Bree Street, Newtown, Johannesburg. Phone: SIGHTSEEING/ INSIGHT SAB World of Beer South African Breweries established the SAB World of Beer in 1995 in the heart of Johannesburg, the Newtown Cultural Precinct. The centre takes you on a 90-minute tour through the process of beer brewing, also taken on a greenhouse tour to see how barley and hops are grown and tended. Address: 19 President Street, Newtown. Phone: Gold Reef City This is where visitors can taste life in turn-of-the-century Johannesburg and discover how miners worked, lived and were entertained in the early 1900 s. Jozi s story of Gold compromises of Rich Beginnings the introductory movie, Museum houses, Ohlthaver s House (mine official), Dowse House (home schooling) and Oosthuizen House (Afrikaner Home), Gold pour demonstration, underground mine tour and gold planning at your leisure. Address: Northern Parkway, Ormonde, Johannesburg Phone: Origins Centre The Origins Centre museum provides intriguing insight into the origins of human kind with an afrocentric perspective. Opened in 2006, the centre exhibits Africa s unique heritage and culture through rock art paintings collected from all over Southern Africa dating back thousands of years. Address: Corner Yale and Enoch Sontonga Roads, Wits University, Braamfontein Phone: Orlando Towers The Orlando Towers site of extreme sport was opened in 2007 by local company Skyriders to develop the drab, neglected cooling towers into a vertical adventure facility and exciting tourist attraction. Activities at the Towers are dependant on weather, particularly wind. Address: Dynami Street, Orlando, Soweto Phone: Emperor s Palace Casino Emperor s Palace Casino always has its world-class entertainment on programme. Side-splitting comedy in The Colosseum Showbar, dazzling international performances in the Circus Maximus, Theatre and the hottest DJ s at Monsoon Lounge. Emperor s Palace has it all.

9 LOCAL ATTRACTIONS FLEA MARKETS Rosebank Rooftop Market The Rooftop Market is regarded by many as South Africa s best flea market, and is well patronized by locals as well as tourists. More than 500 stalls offer quality clothing, beautiful ceramics, art and craft objects, antiques and collectibles. Address: 50 Bath Ave, Rosebank Mall Phone: ART GALLERIES ABSA Art Gallery ABSA Towers North in downtown Johannesburg houses many unique works of art in the offices and reception areas, as well as in the smaller art gallery which houses spectacular original art. When the building was commissioned in 1999, the major artworks were commissioned at the same time, allowing the architects and artists to work together to ensure that the building accommodated the artworks perfectly. Address: 161 Main Street. Johannesburg, ABSA Towers North. Phone: Johannesburg Art Gallery The Johannesburg Art Gallery is situated in Joubert Park, one of the oldest parks in the inner city. The mission of this institution is to contribute meaningfully to the appreciation visual culture in a multicultural society. Address: Cnr Klein and King George Street, Joubert Park, Johannesburg Phone: THEATRE Johannesburg Civic Theatre South Africa s foremost receiving house of live entertainment - presenting the very best of world-class theatre sourced both locally and overseas. The theatre expertly balances its recognition as an internationally acclaimed venue for global touring theatre. Productions are all year round and tickets can be booked at Computicket or direct with the theatre. The hotel is within walking distance to this complex. Address: Loveday Road, Braamfontein Phone: Globe Theatre and Lyric Theatre This ultimate venue has attracted local and international musicals, world-renowned plays, ballet and opera, the latest bands and stand up comedy acts. Address: Gold Reef City Casino, Cnr Northern Parkway & Data Crescent, Ormonde. Phone: FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT Johannesburg Zoo The Johannesburg Zoo was opened in 1904 to house, breed and provide medical care for wild animals. Today, it is home to more than 2000 animals, among then is the rare white lion, who was the first in the world to have bred in this zoo. Address: Jan Smuts Avenue, Parkview, main public entrance on Upper Park Drive Phone: Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens The Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens, located in Roodepoort about 30km west of the City Centre, is one of eight botanical gardens in South Africa. Address: Malcolm Road, Poortview Phone: Melrose Arch Put your finger on the pulse of this vibrant 21st century place. What makes it so special? Perhaps the amazing spaces, beautiful places - or the relaxed atmosphere? Live, work, play or simply love hanging out here and you ll discover hints of London, Paris, New York and Milan. Wrapped up, for you to enjoy - an unforgettable experience we call the Melrose Arch way of life

10 LOCAL ATTRACTIONS GOLF COURSES The Country Club Parkview Golf Club Killarney Country Club Royal Johannesburg & Kensington Golf Club Huddle Park Golf & Recreation Glendower Golf Club The Wanderers Golf Club Creek 9 Mashie Course Durban Deep Golf Course The Bryanston Golf Course Southdowns Country Club Modderfontein Country Club

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12 Guest Reviews 1 I enjoyed the time I spent at this hotel. Nice hotel, comfortable bed, unfortunately there is no air conditioner, so you feel hot at night when it s summer but it s just a detail, you will enjoy your breakfast. Nice service... 2 Came here on a Saturday for drinks with a friend and to watch the Kaizer Chiefs vs Pirates game. The staff was very friendly. And their wine selection was superb. Love the place... 3 The property is in the middle of the city center. It s a walking distance to everything, banks,restaurants,shopping and lots of beauty shops. The front seat was professional and helpful, breakfast was very good and the wait staffs cater to all your needs! Free parking and internet too. Will be back again. 4 Travelling on business to Johannesburg, decided to settle at a hotel close to the cbd. The atmosphere was very good reception staff friendly and always ready to help. The rooms were not bad at very good value for money. Beds big and comfy. 5 Orion did an excellent upgrade to this Hotel,nothing was left out. Go and enjoy lunch here, real 5 Star food. Everything is really well done here,their Management is not scared to sort out anything. The area is really rising to be the best in Johannesburg.

13 Book your stay at The Devonshire Hotel Reservations GPS coordinates S E How to find us Corner Jorissen & Melle Street Braamfontein Johannesburg Driving Directions to The Devonshire Hotel LOVING TO SERVE OUR GUESTS BETTER EVERYDAY VIEW FULL MAP