Afrique Boutique Hotel OR Tambo is the East Rand’s most distinctive, artistically curated, and award-winning boutique hotel and conference destination — a 4-star Cape Dutch-inspired retreat at 20 Asquith Road, Ravenswood, Boksburg, Gauteng, 1459, just 9 kilometres from OR Tambo International Airport and a short Uber or airport shuttle away for international and domestic travellers. A proud recipient of the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award — placing it among the top 10% of hotels worldwide — and a multi-award-winning property, Afrique Boutique Hotel OR Tambo combines 24 individually decorated rooms, a solar-powered conference centre with 3 venues, the acclaimed Cuisine Afrique Fire Grill restaurant, tranquil garden spaces, and a commitment to sustainability that sets it apart from every generic airport hotel in the Johannesburg region.

The Setting — Cape Dutch Architecture, Gardens & Water Features

Afrique Boutique Hotel OR Tambo’s character begins with its design:

• Cape Dutch style building — a gracious architectural statement in the suburban East Rand
• Individually decorated rooms with handpicked furniture, unique South African artwork, and high-quality finishes — no two rooms are the same
• Every room opening onto a private patio surrounded by beautiful manicured gardens and tranquil water features
• A calm, garden-framed environment that genuinely contrasts with the typically generic airport hotel experience
• Part of the Afrique Hospitality Group — a proudly South African hospitality brand

Accommodation — 24 Individually Designed Rooms

Afrique Boutique Hotel OR Tambo offers 24 luxury rooms across two categories:

• 12 Twin Rooms — individually styled, private patio, garden and water feature views
• 12 King Rooms — spacious, artistically appointed, private patio access

All rooms include:

• Smart TV with streaming capabilities — Netflix, YouTube, and more
• Satellite TV with selected channels
• Independent heating and air-conditioning
• High-speed fibre Wi-Fi throughout
• En-suite bathroom
• Electronic in-room safe
• Desk and telephone
• Tea and coffee facilities

Conference Venues — Solar-Powered & Fully Equipped

Afrique Boutique Hotel OR Tambo is a premier OR Tambo area conference destination:

• 3 conference venues — various sizes for different group sizes and formats
• Executive meeting rooms accommodating up to 30 delegates
• Breakaway rooms available on request
• Solar-powered venue — ensuring completely uninterrupted meetings, presentations, and conferences regardless of load-shedding
• High-speed fibre connectivity throughout
• Flexible layouts for training sessions, business meetings, product launches, and private gatherings

Conference packages include:

• Arrival coffee, tea, and muffins
• Mid-morning coffee, tea, and savoury snacks
• Mineral water and mints throughout
• Notepads, pens, and flip charts
• Half-day with lunch (4 hours) and full-day (08:00–17:00) options available
• Customised accommodation, conference, and meal packages for multi-day sessions

Events hosted: Conferences, training seminars, product launches, award ceremonies, team-building events, year-end functions, weddings, and private gatherings.

Cuisine Afrique Fire Grill — The Hotel’s Award-Winning Restaurant

The Cuisine Afrique Fire Grill is a destination dining experience within Afrique Boutique Hotel OR Tambo:

• Open-flame grilling — the restaurant’s signature cooking method
• Organic grass-fed beef — the steak offering is consistently praised
• Vegan and vegetarian options: Beyond Meat, gluten-free pasta, and plant-based alternatives
• Freshly grown herbs from the hotel’s own garden
• Craft beers, tapas, and appetisers
• Estate wine selection and rare boutique wines — recognised wine list
• Champagnes and creative cocktails
• Seafood, poultry, and a variety of interesting dishes
• Breakfasts, light lunches, and fine dinners — full restaurant hours
• Cigar selection for the hotel’s relaxed lounge environment

Sustainability — Eco-Conscious Hospitality

Afrique Boutique Hotel OR Tambo is a genuinely environment-aware property:

• Solar panels powering the hotel and conference venues
• Sunpower heat pumps for energy-efficient water heating
• LED light bulbs throughout
• Inverter air-conditioning for reduced energy consumption
• LPG gas stoves in the kitchen
• On-site water bottling — contributing to water conservation

Location & Access

• Address: 20 Asquith Road, Ravenswood, Boksburg, Gauteng, 1459
• OR Tambo International Airport: 9km (quick Uber or hotel shuttle)
• Gautrain: Accessible from OR Tambo Gautrain station
• Emperors Palace: 4.5km northwest
• East Rand Mall: 2.8km
• Benoni: 8km | Germiston: 8km | Johannesburg: 26km
• N12 and R21 intersections: Approximately 5km
• Airport transfers, tours, and shuttle services arranged by 24-hour reception
• Wheelchair accessible
• Secure on-site parking

Practical Details

• Phone: +27 11 918 8001 / +27 82 779 9504
• Email: in**@*************co.za
• Website: afriquegroup.co.za
• Star rating: 4-star (TGCSA graded)
• Award: TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice (top 10% hotels worldwide)
• Group: Afrique Hospitality Group
• Rooms: 24 (12 twin + 12 king) — individually designed
• Conference: 3 venues | up to 30 delegates | solar-powered | breakaway rooms
• Restaurant: Cuisine Afrique Fire Grill (open-flame, organic beef, vegan, estate wines)
• Pool: Outdoor swimming pool + braai area

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How far is Afrique Boutique Hotel OR Tambo from OR Tambo International Airport?
A: The hotel is 9 kilometres from OR Tambo International Airport. This makes it a quick Uber or airport shuttle ride for international and domestic travellers, and the hotel’s 24-hour reception can arrange airport transfers.

Q: How many conference delegates can Afrique Boutique Hotel accommodate?
A: The hotel has 3 conference venues accommodating up to 30 delegates in executive meeting rooms. Breakaway rooms are available on request, and all venues are solar-powered to ensure completely uninterrupted meetings regardless of load-shedding.

Q: Are all rooms at Afrique Boutique Hotel the same?
A: No, all 24 rooms are individually decorated with handpicked furniture and unique South African artwork. The hotel offers 12 twin rooms and 12 king rooms, each with a private patio opening onto manicured gardens and tranquil water features.

Q: What dining options are available at Afrique Boutique Hotel OR Tambo?
A: The hotel features Cuisine Afrique Fire Grill, an award-winning restaurant specialising in open-flame grilling with organic grass-fed beef. The restaurant also offers vegan and vegetarian options including Beyond Meat and gluten-free pasta, craft beers, estate wines, and champagnes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Q: Does Afrique Boutique Hotel have solar power?
A: Yes, the hotel and all conference venues are solar-powered. The property also features Sunpower heat pumps, LED lighting throughout, inverter air-conditioning, LPG gas stoves, and on-site water bottling as part of its commitment to sustainability.

Q: What types of events can be hosted at Afrique Boutique Hotel OR Tambo?
A: The hotel hosts conferences, training seminars, product launches, award ceremonies, team-building events, year-end functions, weddings, and private gatherings. Customised accommodation, conference, and meal packages are available for multi-day sessions.

Q: Is Afrique Boutique Hotel wheelchair accessible?
A: Yes, the hotel is wheelchair accessible. It also offers secure on-site parking and 24-hour reception services.

Q: What amenities are included in the rooms?
A: All rooms include Smart TV with Netflix and YouTube streaming, satellite TV, independent heating and air-conditioning, high-speed fibre Wi-Fi, en-suite bathroom, electronic safe, desk and telephone, and tea and coffee facilities. Every room opens onto a private patio with garden and water feature views.

For accommodation, conference packages, restaurant reservations, and event bookings, visit the official Afrique Boutique Hotel website or call +27 11 918 8001.

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