A league of its own | The Planner

Johannesburg, South Africas official business hub can be likened to cities such as New York and Hong Kong: never a dull moment, always a bustling hive of activity. Yet, on the quiet tree-lined avenues of Saxonwold, a stones throw from the high-powered executives in their glossy Sandton offices you will find the Saxon Boutique Hotel, Villas & Spa. So close to the action, one may not even realise that you have exited the flurry of the city streets until you are encapsulated in the serenity and stately style that is epitomized by the Saxon.

A world-class venue for almost any event, the hotels banqueting offers unprecedented flexibility and attention to detail. With access to state of the art amenities and a host of additional services, both guests and conference organisers are left content and wanting for nothing!

The Saxon boasts five official conference facilities; the tiered auditorium, conference room, conference lounge, dining library and executive boardroom, accommodating between 12 and 70 people in various configurations. The extensive conferencing, banqueting and special events facilities at the Saxon are all designed with the latest state-of-the-art electronics built in to cater for both corporate and private functions. The 30-seater tiered auditorium is fully equipped with cutting-edge technology including full HD projector and screen for high quality presentations and video conferencing.

In addition, two wine cellars are housed at this boutique hotel; a red and white, ideal for intimate occasions that require a venue to create an illustrious and memorable event. Whether a company celebration or high-fluting dinner to impress potential business partners, the Saxon Hotel presents the quintessential cellar dining experience themed on the hotels fine wine and superior cuisine.

Event organisers also have the option to convert any of the hotels three villa suites into an exquisite event venue. Creating an impression of complete venue ownership, the villas with bookshelf lined walls and a private entrance direct from underground parking offer a sense of quiet retreat. Decorated in a more contemporary African style than the Saxon Boutique Hotel, the villa suites feature natural textures such as stone cladding and light and dark wood furniture as well as an astounding collection of African art. Each villa suite also has a private deck leading out into the indigenous gardens.

The Saxons impeccable service record is complemented by its comprehensive range of services; over and above the concierge and butler service; mail and messages, facsimile services, foreign exchange are just the beginning.

The Saxon Boutique Hotel, Villas & Spa is the ideal venue for those whose conference or special event requires the same distinction as their valued brand.