Groups and ConferencesFACT SHEET

About the DestinationLocated on the spectacular Durban beachfront, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani is undoubtedly the brightest star on the Golden mile. Overlooking some of the best beaches in KwaZulu-Natal, the hotel complex is just metres from the vibrant boardwalk and many other local attractions.

The hotel complex is situated 32 km from the King Shaka International Airport, 1.8 km from the Durban International Convention Centre and 1.6 km from the Durban central business district.

Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani boasts 15 conference venues, 734 stylish bedrooms and a choice of over 6 restaurants and bars. Its great location, easy access and endless views of the Indian Ocean makes this hotel, the perfect choice for your next meeting, conference, incentive trip or event in Durban.

The Conference ExperienceWhether it’s a small or large conference, an intimate meeting or a sizeable launch you are planning, Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani has the right venue for you. With 15 venues to choose from, each of these spaces will allow you to bring your concept and theme to life.

SpacesThe largest venue, the Great Ilanga is over 400 m2 and is ideal for banquets, large seminars and events and can seat 500 people cinema style.

Suites 1-5 can be used as one large venue ideal for exhibitions or sub-divided into five smaller rooms offering breakaway rooms for up to 60 people each.

In addition to this, there are many other various sized venues to perfectly suit any type of event.Eight of the meeting venues offer natural light.

Want that wow factor for your event? Then Sky is the right place to be. Located on the 31st floor of the Maharani Tower and offering a 180˚ of breath-taking sea views, Sky is a multi-purpose venue for a conference, launch or themed event. It can accommodate up to 150 people for a cocktail party.

Being so close to the coastline gives Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani the advantage of offering group check-ins, tea breaks or themed lunches served on the beach.

There is a fully equipped business centre for the convenience of guests needing a suitable work space.

63 Snell Parade, DurbanP O Box 4094, Durban, 4000, South AfricaT: 27 31 362 1300 F: +27 31 332 5527 E: sselangenimaharani.reservations@tsogosun.com GPS: S 29°50’43.58’’ / E 31°2’5.96’’

5 REASONS to have your next event at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani1 LOCATION Southern Sun Elangeni and Maharani is ideally located in the heart of Durban on the Golden Mile and is in close proximity to uShaka Marine World, Moses Mabhiba Stadium and SunCoast.

2 ARRAY OF VENUESWith 15 meeting venues to choose from, your every need will be catered for. For a truly memorable event, Sky offers 293m2 of space as well as its own stage, lighting, sound and production equipment.

3 EVENTING WITH A DIFFERENCE Bring your event outdoors by taking advantage of Durban beachfront on the doorstep of Southern Sun Elangeni and Maharani.

4 A GREEN FOCUS Southern Sun Elangeni and Maharani is committed to environmental-friendly stationery and consistently looking for ways to reduce its energy consumption. Eight of the meeting venues offer natural light.

5 ONE-STOP-SHOP SERVICEWhen organising your event at this hotel, you will deal with one person who will assist you with all your event requirements from start to finish - from décor to audio visual. As an added advantage, you will receive a single invoice for all the services used for your event.

CateringSouthern Sun Elangeni & Maharani has a wide variety of dining options to suit every taste, appetite, occasion and celebration. • Panini and Ocean Breeze Restaurant can be used for private functions• Wide range of banqueting menus are available• Tailor-made menus to accommodate all dietary requirements

Accommodation & facilities• 734 stylish bedrooms and suites• In room tea and coffee making facilities, electronic safe and air-conditioning• 24-hour room service• Complimentary WiFi• Two well equipped gyms• Three heated swimming pools• Mangwanani Boutique Spa