The Lakes Hotel joins African Sun Limited portfolio
18. Mar, 2009
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Conveniently close to OR Tambo International Airport, yet offering the peaceful quiet of a lakeside environment, The Lakes Hotel & Conference Centre is the latest addition to African Sun Limited’s proud portfolio. Located on the banks of Swan Lake just off the N12, this 144-room establishment is a mere 10 minutes away from Africa’s premier airport hub.
African Sun Limited is the fastest growing hospitality group in sub-Saharan Africa. In the past six months a string of new properties have been added to the group, among them hotels in Tanzania, Nigeria and Botswana. African Sun Limited also has interests in various other African countries, namely Zimbabwe, South Africa and Mozambique. Established in 1968, the company (then known as Zimbabwe Sun Limited) was part of Delta Corporation, but has evolved significantly from being just a Zimbabwe-based hospitality management company.
In Zimbabwe, African Sun is the leading player in the tourism and hospitality industry, with its operations forming the largest business under the African Sun Limited group of companies. The portfolio currently comprises thirteen hotels and resorts across the nation including three resort hotels in the town of Victoria Falls, namely Elephant Hills Resort, The Kingdom at Victoria Falls and The Victoria Falls Hotel.
With The Lakes Hotel, African Sun Limited gives business travellers a mid-market value for money, easily accessible venue to suit all their needs. Viewed as one of the best hotels east of Johannesburg, The Lakes Hotel has already established itself as a conference venue. It is now set to benefit from close links with some of the continent’s top hospitality establishments, including The Grace in Rosebank, Johannesburg, part of the African Sun Limited group.
A range of facilities is available for banqueting, promotional events, presentations, think tanks and separate function rooms cater for most needs.
Conference facilities are available for private, one-on-one discussions as well as for groups as large as 400, seated cinema style. These facilities are situated in different areas of the hotel, respectively facing the lake, swimming pool or courtyard area. The spacious interiors are complemented by a small undercover terrace; the ideal place for a refreshing break from indoor sessions. In between brainstorm meetings and conferencing, delegates have access to a wide selection of sporting facilities such as golf, bowls, tennis, river boating and swimming.
A quick drive will take you to the Planet Fitness Centre, while the nearby Emperor’s Palace Casino – a great entertainment venue – is just 10 kilometres away.
The Lakes air-conditioned rooms are equipped with television and tea and coffee making facilities. A buffet restaurant and sundowner bar face the water. Here guests can enjoy the African ambience while dining on a fusion of South African and Western food. A separate lounge and restaurant cater for larger groups.
The Lakes is to be further upgraded in 2009 to ensure that it exceeds guests expectations while meeting all the high standards which are synonymous with Africa Sun Limited.
Under the astute guidance of dynamic CEO Shingi Munyeza, African Sun Limited has established itself as a prestigious African-based hospitality company in the international trade and tourism landscape.
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