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.

“Think all hotels near OR Tambo are alike? Afrique Boutique Hotel combines boutique comfort, crafted dining, and quiet spaces to work or rest.”

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
• “Rustic art-inspired boutique hotel — rooms individually decorated with South African art”
• 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

“No more generic rooms — every room at Afrique Boutique Hotel is individually decorated with handpicked furniture, unique artwork and high-quality finishes.”

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.

“Designed for executives, trainers and corporate teams who value focus, calm and seamless multi-day sessions — combining accommodation, conferencing and dining into one personalised hosting experience.”

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 (“good cuisine, especially steaks — steaks for every day!”)
• 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
• “The breakfast was delicious. The room was great. Dinner was delicious as always. 5 stars.”

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: info@afriquegroup.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
• Best for: OR Tambo overnight layovers, East Rand corporate conferences, boutique hotel Boksburg, open-flame dining East Rand, year-end functions, airport proximity accommodation, solar-powered conference venues Gauteng

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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