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Birchwood Executive Hotel

Birchwood Executive Hotel Hotel / Lodge accommodation in Boksburg Gauteng

Description

At the Birchwood Hotel and Conference Centre we pride ourselves on offering you a four star property at three star rates with service standards that simply make your life easier. The Birchwood Hotel and Conference Centre epitomises this philosophy. Set on thirty acres of landscaped garden, in the Heart of the East Rand, the Birchwood Hotel and Conference Centre boasts 235 executive Hotel rooms, 19 conference rooms and a recreational facility creating an attractive and tranquil atmosphere for all your "out of the office" corporate requirements. Birchwood is located 7 km from Johannesburg International Airport and a stones throw from the East Rand Mall. Easily accessible from the R24 and R21 respectively, this unique Hotel and Conference Centre appeals to both leisure enthusiasts and business travellers alike. The Birchwood Executive Hotel offers the most demanding business guest or event organiser an exciting range of meeting and event facilities coupled with dedicated and committed staff to ensure we deliver you peace of mind. So whether it s a conference, a product launch, a seminar, directors meeting or simply a special occasion, check out the Birchwood Executive Hotel, then check in for an event to be remembered.


  
  
  

 Accommodation

At the Birchwood Hotel & O R Tambo Conference Centre we have 450 guest bedrooms including 248 twin rooms, 95 standard twin rooms, 22 queen prestige rooms, 30 luxury king rooms, 10 suites , 2 honeymoon suites and 4 rooms for the disabled.

All our rooms offer the facilities you would expect from a 4 star Hotel such as en-suite bathroom, TV with satellite channels, tea and coffee making facilities, hairdryer, safe and mini bar fridge.

The prestige rooms are larger in size with a dedicated work desk designed to suit the needs of the corporate traveller. A mini kitchenette with limited cutlery and crockery is also available in all prestige rooms.

The luxury suite consists of a bedroom comprising all of the above plus a lounge, dining area and full kitchen facility.

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Contact Details

Name of hostsBirchwood Executive Hotel
Tel:011 897 0000
fax011 897 0001
4 Star
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Attractions



  
  
  

Lotus Spa at Birchwood Hotel

Purifying mind and body. Let our therapists guide you down the path to wellness and longevity. We understand the stresses of life and invite you to take some time to indulge yourself at our beautiful spa, nestled in the lush gardens of Birchwood Hotel & O R Tambo Conference Centre.

 Birchwood Business Lounge
The Birchwood Business Lounge is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and offers hotel and conference guests a range of business services, including meeting rooms, workspace, a business centre and The Birchwood Business Lounge Cafe. Wireless internet access is available for those wanting to work on their own laptops or to use one of the efficient desktops, while the business centre will take care of any printing, scanning, faxing, binding and copying needs.

Serviced and well equipped meeting rooms that seat between 4 and 10 people provide the perfect venue for smaller gatherings. The Birchwood Business Lounge Café offers a tempting range of light meals, healthy refreshments and great coffee, as well as a suitable menu for evening dining.

To find out more about The Business Lounge at Birchwood and this complete out-of-office business solution 

Entertainment

  • Three Course Meal
  • 1 x Bottle Oude Meester per table
  • 1 x Bottle red wine per table
  • 1 x Bottle white wine per table
  • Performance by top SA Jazz Artists

Hotel Map Key

A diagram of the hotel from above allows you to understand the layout of Birchwood.

Birchwood prides itself for it's exquisite gardens and well maintained lawns. 

Situated on the Hotel premises, you will find the following recreational facilities.

  • 2 Swimming Pools
  • Gymnasium
  • Tennis Court
  • Squash Court
  • Lotus Spa at Birchwood
  • Volleyball

 

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Accolades

4 Star:Tourism Council of SA Star Grading

TGCSA Star Grading

4 Star

Facilities

Airport Transfers

Birchwood also provides a welcoming home away from home for airline passengers requiring a convenient overnight stay. A complimentary hourly shuttle is available for guest convenience.

The Birchwood Shuttle can be found outside terminal 2A, International arrivals at the designated Hotel “pick up” and “drop off” point situated outside the terminal buildings opposite the Airport Inter-Continental Hotel. The shuttles leave from the airport for the Hotel every 10 past the hour on the hour.

Directions

From International Arrival Terminal to Shuttle pick up


As you exit the Terminal turn left. The intercontinental Hotel will be on your right hand side accross the drop off lanes. At the first pedestrian crossing you will see a sign “PUBLIC TRANSPORT”. Continue going through the Car Hire Foyer. Upon exiting the building you will enter the shuttle pick up area were all hotel shuttles would be.

From Domestic Arrival Terminal to Shuttle pick up

As you exit the terminal turn right and start walking towards the International arrival terminal. The airport parkade will be on your left hand side. Continue till you get a pedestrian crossing with a sign “PUBLIC TRANSPORT”. Continue over the pedestrian crossing entering the Car Hire Foyer, when exiting the Foyer you will be at the shuttle pick up point were all hotel shuttles would be.

The shuttle times are as follows:

From Birchwood to O R Tambo Int.

From O R Tambo Int. to Birchwood

05h30
06h30
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08h30
09h30
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All our vehicles are clearly marked with the Birchwood logo and all drivers are in possession of public driving permits.

Spa

 Purifying mind and body. Let our therapists guide you down the path to wellness and longevity. We understand the stresses of life and invite you to take some time to indulge yourself at our beautiful spa, nestled in the lush gardens of Birchwood Hotel & O R Tambo Conference Centre.

Weddings

THE BIRCHWOOD HOTEL CAN MAKE DREAMS COME TRUE!

Our exclusive wedding venue offers the perfect atmosphere that any bride and groom could only wish for!

Our facilities offer everything in only the best style from your wedding ceremony in our unique chapel, to your reception in our elegant halls & your first night as husband and wife in one of the Hotel’s luxurious suites.

Our facilities are available for weddings as intimate as 20 guests, to weddings as sociable as 800 guests!

Our well prepared menus vary from a filling breakfast, to a light luncheon or a scrumptious three course dinner. Our professional staff will cater to your every need.

Our Conference Rooms

The Birchwood Hotel & O R Tambo Conference Centre has 42 meeting rooms and has become renowned for its expertise in delivering outstanding service be it for a meeting, conference, banquet or social event.

Our dedicated conference co-ordinating team has received extensive training in order to assure you of effective and efficient service throughout the duration of your “out of the office” corporate requirement. This, combined with our flexible approach, will ensure that you continue coming back time and time again.

All rooms are equipped with the following:

• Individually controlled air conditioning
• Ceiling mounted screens
• Adjustable lighting
• Large windows allowing for natural light
• Lined curtaining for black out purposes
• ADSL facilities by prior arrangement
• Secretarial Services
• Technical equipment with backup support

The Birchwood Hotel & O R Tambo Conference Centre is capable of seating anything from 6 – 800 delegates. Click here to view table that outlines the various conference rooms available with recommended comfortable seating.

Includes:
Welcome refreshments on arrival (tea and coffee)
Mid-morning tea and coffee with muffins and pastries
Conference room with standard equipment

Afternoon (13h00 – 17h00 or part thereof

Includes:
Welcome refreshments on arrival (tea and coffee)
Mid-afternoon tea and coffee with biscuits
Conference room with standard equipmen

Includes:
Welcome refreshments on arrival (tea and coffee)
Mid-morning tea and coffee with muffins and pastries
Full buffet lunch
Mid-afternoon tea and coffee with biscuits
Conference room with standard equipment

Includes:
Welcome refreshments on arrival (tea and coffee)
Mid-morning tea and coffee with muffins and pastries
Full buffet lunch
Mid-afternoon tea and coffee with biscuits
Conference room with standard equipment
Full buffet dinner
Standard Single accommodation
Full English breakfast

Includes:
Welcome refreshments on arrival (tea and coffee)
Mid-morning tea and coffee with muffins and pastries
Full buffet lunch
Mid-afternoon tea and coffee with biscuits
Conference room with standard equipment
Full buffet dinner
Standard Double accommodation
Full English breakfast

The following dinner options are available for all multiple day conferences:

  • Chef’s Choice Braai
  • 120 Restaurant (only for groups of 20 people)
  • Spit braai. An additional charge of R45-00 per person will apply.

    Please note that a venue hire will be applicable for all private dinners.
Seating Capacities
All our conference and training rooms have been designed and built to meet the highest expectations of today’s conference organiser.Business Lounge
Business Lounge at Birchwood is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and offers hotel and conference guests a range of business services, including meeting rooms, workspace, a business centre and Cafe Lounge. Wireless internet access is available for those wanting to work on their own laptops or to use one of the efficient Business Lounge desktops, while the business centre will take care of any printing, scanning, faxing, binding and copying needs.

Serviced and well equipped meeting rooms that seat between 4 and 10 people provide the perfect venue for smaller gatherings. The Business Lounge Café offers a tempting range of light meals, healthy refreshments and great coffee, as well as a suitable menu for evening dining.

To find out more about The Business Lounge at Birchwood and this complete out-of-office business solution, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it


Equipment & pricing
All technical equipment, staging, lighting, draping & theme décor is supplied by our in-house technician, Conference Production Services

Conference Production Services SA
Is Birchwood's contracted, onsite, supplier of all technical Audion Visual equipment and provides a comprehensive range of services to meet the requirements of every conference or event.

Each Birchwood conference venue is fitted with either one or two big screens, ceiling-mounted projectors and two, four or six high power speaker systems with mixing desks and radio microphone systems. Conference Production Service SA (CPS) Tel: 011 897 0000 ext. 1072 or visit www.conferenceproductionservices.co.za

Standard Equipment
The standard equipment includes:

Two flipcharts or
Two whiteboards or
One flipchart and 1 whiteboard
Pens
Notepads
Iced water with lime or passion
fruit cordials
Peppermints
Non-Standard Equipment, staging, lighting, draping & theme décor – prices available on request*

Conference Office Charges
Photocopies
R 0.90 per copy
Transparencies
R 5.00 per sheet
Faxes
Local:
R 3.00 + R1.00 per pg thereafter
National:
R 5.00 + R2.00 per pg thereafter
International:
R 10.00 + R4.00 per pg thereafter
Telephone calls
Charged accordingly
Secretarial services
Prices available on request
Baby-sitting
Prices available on request

The Ventures Group
In partnership with professional teambuilding company, The Ventures Group (TVG), Birchwood offers a range of options for corporate teambuilding. Visit www.tvg.co.za or call 0861 TEAMBUILD

Banqueting

Banquet Rates

The following dinner options are available for all multiple day conferences:

  • Chef’s Choice Braai
  • 120 Restaurant (only for groups of 20 people)
  • Spit braai. An additional charge of R45-00 per person will apply.

Please note that a venue hire will be applicable for all private dinners.

Venue Hire
Please note that an additional venue hire is applicable on all private functions.

Breakfast

A private breakfast can be arranged in any one of our banquet venues. A minimum number of 30 pax is required to secure a private venue. For smaller groups, a table can be arranged in our breakfast room.

  • Full English breakfast R120.00 per person
  • Champagne breakfast R150.00 per person

Cocktails
The Birchwood is capable of handling cocktail parties of up to 500 delegates in our Acacia Chamber. Alternative smaller private venues are also available in the Le Grande Centre.

Cocktail menu R140.00 per person

Beverage List

  • Please Click here to download our beverage list

A minimum of 50 delegates is required for any cocktail party.

Dinner
Various venues are available for private dinner functions. All banquets are seated at round tables.

  • Buffet dinner R220.00 per person
  • Plated dinner R250.00 per person

Braai
Situated in our garden area adjacent to the Le Grande Conference centre is the Boma. Enjoy a traditional “African” braai in beautifully landscaped surroundings.

  • Braai R200.00 per person

Christmas / End of Year Functions
Equipped to cater for anything up to 1000 delegates, the Birchwood will ensure a memorable end to your year.

  • Christmas buffet dinner R 220.00 per person
  • Christmas plated dinner R 250.00 per person

All banquet rates are valid until 31st December 2008

Menus
Please download our menu's below:

Buffet menu
Plated menu
Braai menu
Cocktail menu

Serengeti Lapa
For an evening with a difference, experience our thatched covered Serengeti lapa. Capable of seating 650 people.


Candle Factory
Various candles are made in our factory, which is situated on the premises, candles can be hired for banquets, weddings and private functions.

Our Restaurants

120 Restaurant
120 Restaurant is a fine dining restaurant which comprises a range of exciting new quality dishes, served by our enthusiastic and skilled staff. The atmosphere is tastefully elegant combined with the vibrant atmosphere of The Birchwood Hotel & O R Tambo Conference Centre.

Birchwood Spur
A popular family restaurant adjoining the Hotel. Open daily from 11h00 – 23h00 relax and enjoy the fine cuisine from one of South Africa’s leading restaurant chains.

Hi Flyerz Aviation Theme Bar
For the more outgoing, this informal pub atmosphere will keep you entertained until the early hours of the morning.

 Birchwood Breakfast Room
Breakfast is served daily in our Birchwood breakfast room.

Breakfast times are as follows:

Monday to Friday

06h00 to 09h30

Saturday & Sunday

06h00 to 10h30

Public Holidays

06h00 to 10h30


Directions

From OR Tambo International Airport Take the R21 Highway towards Boksburg, pass Emperor’s Palace & the Griffiths Road off-ramp – take the next off-ramp – (N12) Witbank – then directly take Rondebult Road off-ramp. Turn left at traffic lights, Cross back over the highway. At the second traffic lights, turn left into North Rand Road. In North Rand Road, at the second traffic lights, turn left again, into First Road. Turn right at the stop street into Viewpoint Road. Turn rignt into the third entrance on your right, this is the Birchwood Hotel & O R Tambo Conference Centre’s main entrance. From Johannesburg/Sandton Pass Midrand on the N1 Highway. Take the N3 Germiston/Durban Highway. Pass Marlboro, London Road, Modderfontein & Linksfield off-ramps. At Gilooly’s Interchange, take the N12 towards Witbank/OR Tambo Airport. Continue on the N12 towards Witbank, – pass Edenvale, Kraft Rd & Jet Park off-ramps. Take the split towards the N12 Witbank/R21/OR Tambo International Airport, keep right and shortly afterwards, take the Rondebult off-ramp. Cross back over the highway, passing Water World on the left. At the second traffic lights, turn left into North Rand Road. At the second set of traffic lights, in North Rand Road, turn left again, into First Road. Turn right at the stop street into Viewpoint Road. Turn rignt into the third entrance on your right, this is the Birchwood Hotel & O R Tambo Conference Centre’s main entrance. From Pretoria Take the R21 Highway towards Boksburg, pass Emperor’s Palace & the Griffiths Road off-ramp – take the next off-ramp – (N12) Witbank – then directly take Rondebult Road off-ramp. Turn left at traffic lights, Cross back over the highway. At the second traffic lights, turn left into North Rand Road. In North Rand Road, at the second traffic lights, turn left again, into First Road. Turn rignt into the third entrance on your right, this is the Birchwood Hotel & O R Tambo Conference Centre’s main entrance