Hotels & Resorts Choose from more than 100 Hotels and Resorts in Africa New Members Welcome to THE QUEEN S HOTEL Chakela News Issue 77 NOVEMBER 2016 The Queen s Hotel is an oasis of colonial elegance and modern convenience in the heart of Oudtshoorn - the capital of the beautiful semi-arid Klein Karoo between the Swartberg and Outeniqua mountains. It s best known for its ostrich farms and rests along the Route 62 wine route. The world s biggest bird is just one of the many attractions in this area of exceptional contrasts and natural beauty. This region is also home to the spectacular 20-million-year-old Cango Caves, Africa s largest show cave system; an ecological hotspot where three distinct plant biomes (succulent karoo, cape thicket and fynbos) converge; and the Swartberg mountain range, which is part of the Cape Floral World Heritage Site. Finished in 1880 this grand dame of South African hospitality has recently been restored to her full original beauty and continues to offer luxurious accommodation, service and dining that is reminiscent of a bygone era but driven by dynamic modern hotel management. The Queen s Hotel can accommodate 84 people in our 40 non-smoking rooms (Double, Twin, Family and Deluxe). All rooms have Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, satellite TV, work desk, safe, coffee/tea facilities, and a lounge area. Galileo: C9312 Amadeus: RHOUHAAT Sabre: 311789
New Members Welcome to DIAZ HOTEL & RESORT The Diaz Hotel & Resort welcomes you to the pristine seashore of Mossel Bay s renowned Diaz Beach, offering you a thrilling and entertaining holiday experience right in the heart of the famously picturesque Garden Route. The Diaz Hotel is located only 50m from the high-water mark and offers spectacular ocean views from every window and balcony. The Diaz Beach Hotel was named in honour of the famed Portuguese navigator, Bartholomew Diaz, who landed in Mossel Bay in 1488. Themed on the long and vivid history of the area, The Diaz Beach Hotel offers guests a comfortable home away from home, with FREE Wi-Fi, luxurious suites, surrounded by the charm of heritage, with attentive service throughout your stay. The Resort is located on our doorstep and is open for hotel guests during summer holiday seasons. The Resort offers a wide range of leisure activities which include an indoor heated pool and Water World. Within touching distance of the captivating coastline and the cool waves, the Water Park s Lazy River captures the essence of Diaz Beach - fun, action and excitement. Ride the tubes with friends, simply wallow in the water or play a round on the putt-putt course. Those who prefer a somewhat faster ride can take in a superb high-speed view of the ocean whilst zooming down the seaside super-tube. Galileo: C8903 Amadeus: RHMZY122 Sabre: 311518 COMING SOON The Royal Marang Rustenburg Morning Star Express Pretoria The Ananda Lodge Rustenberg DID YOU KNOW? Galileo entry to call up hotel index for Chakela properties in a particular city: HOIJNB/SX and or HOIJNB/RH
Hot Stays Have you heard about Strand Tower Hotel and Ruslemere Hotel? Cape Town (CBD) Welcome to the Strand Tower Hotel - the ideal place for your stay in Cape Town, South Africa s most beautiful city. This four star hotel is located in the city centre, on the corner of Strand & Loop Street, not far from the V&A Waterfront, with all the prime city attractions but a short walk away. The rooms offer incontestable panoramic views of Table Mountain, Lions Head, the city and the harbour. A gym area and sauna/steam room with fabulous views of Table Mountain allow guests to relax after a hard day s work and an executive lounge is available for all our business travellers. Easy access to the N1 & N2 Highways, within walking distance of the Cape Town International Convention Centre, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town City Centre and Green Market Square. The Heavenly Spa at Strand Tower Hotel offers various treatments for visitors to enjoy. Amadeus: RHCPTSTR Apollo/Galileo: RH21573 Sabre: RH42265 Cape Town (Durbanville) Ruslamere is a four-star hotel in Durbanville with some 40 bedrooms and 7 conference venues. The property also comprises a Day Spa, Gym, indoor and outdoor swimming pools and a function area. We also offer a wide range of value-added services to our guests such as Airport Transfers, Wi-Fi Hotspot and preferential green fees at the Durbanville Golf Club, to name but a few. Amadeus: RHCPTRUS Apollo/Galileo: RH13630 Sabre: RH80505
Hotel News What s new? What s happening? INDABA LODGE HOTEL, Richards Bay A complete refurbishment has been done on all rooms, restaurants and public areas of the hotel. A unique inviting retreat, only 2 hours north of Durban. THE HYDE HOTEL Newly refurbished hotel restaurant H13 has a NEW head chef and a brand NEW menu. Fountains Hotel is now graded a 4 Star property ORANGE GROVE FARM in Robertson has won another award! They are the winner of the 2016 Lilizela Awards in the category: Service Excellence, 5 star Self-Catering Exclusive. Inside News What have we been up to? Far left: Joanne from Hotel Savoy (Mthatha) visited us in Cape Town, and joined Celeste along with the team from TWF Eskom for a dinner held at Strand Tower Hotel. Thank you to Strand Tower Hotel for hosting us and the lovely dinner that was prepared for us. Left: Bronwen watching out for new business at Travel with Flair.
Inside News What have we been up to? PCO Alliance Network VIP Cruise 2016 Raymond at the annual PCO Alliance Network Cruise. A big thank you to Jacqueline Stumke for the invitation and looking forward to being part of the next networking event! SASBO 100 year celebration 2016 Raymond from Chakela and Jacky attended the prestigious 100th year celebration function for SASBO in Kempton Park. Chakela Hotels is looking forward to continue working with SASBO for the next 100 years Specials SUNDAY FUNDAY YEAR-END FUNCTION BLUE BAY LODGE & RESORT HOTEL It s that time of the year again, time for the office party. So instead of dreading a lame event, why not let us help you make it an event to remember. Packages from R550 p/person, enquire within for more information. SALDANHA Package Deals YEAR-END FUNCTION BURGERS PARK HOTEL From per person. Ts & Cs apply. R495 PRETORIA (CBD)
Did you know? Palm House Luxury Guesthouse offers free shuttle to and from the CTICC for their guests. Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel, Coastlands Musgrave and The Royal have changed their government rates to R1400 Single and R900 p/p sharing (including dinner, bed & breakfast + parking & 2 soft drinks) Strand Tower Hotel & Fountains Hotel revised conference rates: Strand Tower Hotel Corporate Clients R335 p/person GOV Clients R295 p/person Fountains Hotel Corporate Clients R325 p/person GOV Clients R275 p/person Rates Include: Tea, Coffee on Arrival with Muffins Full Buffet Lunch with 1 Soft Drink Afternoon Tea, Coffee & Pastries Parking Data Projector & Screen Complimentary Wi-Fi The Royal Hotel in Durban is offering discounted rates to Travel Agents only. Deluxe Single: R 960.00 (BB) Deluxe Double: R1260.00 (BB) Rates applicable: 15 Nov 14th Dec and 11 31st January 2017 NOTE: Travel agents wanting to make use of this rate, must provide their official ASATA numbers when enquiring or booking. Specials SUNDAY FUNDAY Gourmet Burger Braai R135 per person The HYDE HOTEL CAPE TOWN (Sea Point) Choice of Chicken, Beef or Field Mushroom Burger Served with fries Selection of standard toppings such as lettuce, tomato, pickled cucumber and onion Variety of Gourmet Toppings Welcome Drinks on offer Hunters Dry, Soft Drink or Castle Lite You select your toppings, we build your burger!
Specials SPECIAL OFFER Valid until 31 Dec 2016 CONFERENCE SPECIAL R435 STELLENBOSCH LODGE per person STELLENBOSCH As Conference Specialists we offer service excellence! A rugged mountain amphitheatre holds in its hands a hotel that pays homage to the heritage of the Cape Winelands where we offer the perfect venue for your next conference, banquet, teambuilding or corporate function. FULL DAY CONFERENCE PACKAGE Arrival tea/coffee Midmorning Tea/Coffee/Snacks Lunch Afternoon Tea/Coffee/Snacks Free WIFI Free Parking SPECIAL OFFER Valid until 31 Dec 2016 THE VICTORIAN GUESTHOUSE R1020 R900 R780 Breakfast & Dinner included Single Room R1020 Breakfast & Dinner included p/person sharing Breakfast included Single Room R900 Breakfast included p/person sharing NESLPRUIT 5 Night Holiday Package 30 Night Long Stay Package 30 Night Long Stay Package Room Only Single Room R780 Room Only p/person sharing FREE Breakfast WiFi Parking Tea/Coffee making facilities
Specials SPECIAL New Years Eve CelebratioN ov s t INDABA HOTEL JOHANNESBURG (Fourways) R1395 Breakfast included, Single Room R990 Breakfast included p/person sharing FREE Breakfast NYE Dinner Dance Live Entertainment Bubbly at 12:00 SPECIAL New Years Eve CelebratioN ov s t INDABA LODGE HOTEL R1090 Breakfast included, Single Room R693 RICHARDS BAY Breakfast included p/person sharing FREE Breakfast NYE Dinner Dance Live Entertainment Bubbly at 12:00 Streamers & hats
Specials SUMMER SPECIAL Valid until 31 Jan 2017 FREE Parking WIFI Concierge service Coffee & tea making facilities Situated in the heart of the Northern Suburbs, the Sierra Square hotel is an elegant 3 star deluxe hotel which features 110 newly refurbished and well-appointed en-suite rooms. 500m from the Gautrain bus stop, and 8 km from Sandton CBD. RANDBURG SIERRA on MAIN R570 Breakfast included for 1 person Breakfast included p/person sharing SIERRA SQUARE R345 R730 R440 Breakfast included for 1 person Breakfast included p/person sharing CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 25 December 2016 CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH COASTLANDS UMHLANGA HOTEL Adults(Per person) Adults(Per person) Adults(Per person) Kids under 12 (Per person) Venue: African Fire & African Heritage COASTLANDS MUSGRAVE R425 R450 R395 R300 R300 R200 Kids under 12 (Per person) Time: From 12:30 Live Entertainment by Wilfred B THE ROYAL HOTEL DURBAN DURBAN DURBAN Kids under 12 (Per person) Time: From 12:30 Live music during lunch
Specials WEEKEND SPECIAL Valid until 31 Dec 2016 ov s t R990 INDABA HOTEL Breakfast included for 1 person R725 JOHANNESBURG (Fourways) Breakfast included p/person sharing Minimum 2 Night Stay. Valid on Fri, Sat & Sun FREE Buffet Breakfast WiFi Parking Tea/Coffee making facilities Gym & pools Welcome drinks with light snacks are served on arrival with all packages at Mowana Spa at 08h00 followed by a delicious 2-course Spa Breakfast to kick start your Pamper Journey including complimentary local beverages. Packages from R759 p/person, enquire within for more information.