The Westcliff

67 Jan Smuts Ave., Johannesburg 2193 South Africa (ZAF)
5 Star Luxury Property
-26.1673928.03364
+1-800-219-2797
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  • Has an outdoor pool!
  • Airport shuttle provided
  • Gym is available on property
  • 115 rooms in property
  • 2 floors in hotel
  • 34 suites in hotel
  • Check-in: 14h00
  • Groups & Meetings rating of 8.9/10
  • 7 conference rooms in property

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right opposite Johannesburg zoological gardens and close to CBD and war memorial
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Property Description

Part of the glamorous Orient-Express Group - is Johannesburg's most luxurious hotel and perfectly in tune with the distinctive tastes of experience travellers. Created in the image of a Mediterranean hillside village, the Westcliff cascades down through landscaped gardens in a series of picturesque "villas", surrounded by lush greenery, sparkling fountains and cobbled pathways. The estate provides a haven of peaceful seclusion amidst the bustle of one of Africa's busiest cities.Room Descriptions:Luxury Rooms Spacious and elegant. All Luxury rooms feature spacious marble bathrooms and are equipped with a desk, satellite TV and VCR, two telephone lines, high speed internet access and digital safe. Most rooms boast a private balcony, overlooking the Zoological Gardens or one of the estate's charming cobbled courtyards, lush greenery and tinkling fountains.Executive Business RoomsIdeal for business travelers. Situated in the Orient-Express Business Wing, close to reception. Rooms feature separate sitting areas and are equipped with copier/printers, high speed internet access, fax machines and stationary. as well as tea and coffee making facilities and an iron/ironing board in the room. All rooms boast a private balcony or patio overlooking the lush greenery of the lower pool-deck.Junior SuitesPerfect for families, Junior Suites feature a separate lounge area that easily accommodates a cot or an extra bed. The lounge's two armchairs, coffee table and reasing lamp provide for a comfortable and relaxed stay. Most of the fifteen Junior Suites feature charming bay windown with exclusive views of the leafy northern suburbs or private balconies overlooking the Zoological Gardens.Luxury SuitesThree stylish and spacious open-plan suites are perfect for long-staying guests and families. Each Studio Suite features a large lounge area designed for relaxation or entertaining. Some also have romantic oval baths and elegant dressing rooms - making them perfect for honeymooners. All suites have private balconies with sun chairs or loungers - an indulgent way to enjoy the splendid views.Luxury SuitesMore spacious than the Studio Suites, these elegant and indulgent one-bedroom suites, decorated in pastels and paints, boast separate lounges and are equipped with a writing bureau and an extra TV and CVR. Luxury Suites are ideal for entertaining or conducting private meetings and most boast breathtaking views of the verdant cityscape from their large balconies.DiningLa Belle Terrasse & LoggiaUtilising the freshest South African ingredients to produce contemporary cuisine with an edge, in an elegant and traditional fine dining environment. The wine list, which is changed monthly, features a selection of the very best estate wines from the Cape. Booking is essential. Dress smart casual.The conservatoryThe ideal venue for all-day light dining and refreshments including the ever-popular English traditional teas served from elegant three-tiered Edwardian-style pastry stands.The polo Bar & LoungeWith its informal atmosphere and cosy furnishings, the Polo Lounge is the perfect meeting place for coffee, tea or cocktails. An al-day, light snack menu features excellent sandwiches, Salads and pastas.BreakfastFull Continental Buffet with a la Carté English breakfast options.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 14h00
Check Out: 11h00
Year of Last Renovation: 2010
Floors: 2
Rooms: 115
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 115
Handicap Rooms: 1
Suites: 34
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 7 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 2885 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 200 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: On-site
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar Hours: 09h00 - 23h00
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
30 days prior 100% cancellation fee of total booking60 days - 50% cancellation fee will apply
Nightly Parking: free
Typical Group Deposit: 10% of total booking
Total Taxes: 14.00%
Total Misc Fees: $1.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
VAT: Value Added Tax: 14.00 VAT % Inclusive
Parking Fee: 0.00 Per Night
Porterage Fee: 39.00 Per Stay
Gym Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Additional Person Fee: 620.00 Per Person
Rooms Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Rooms Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Wireless Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Meeting Wired Internet Fee: 0.00 Per Day
Food and Beverage Service Charge: 10.00%
Banquet Labor Fees: 10.00%
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 180.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: 280.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 220.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 350.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 385.00 Per Person
Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: 300.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 490.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 490.00 Per Person
Morning Break Cost: 50.00 Per Person
Afternoon Break Cost: 50.00 Per Person
Banquet Gallon of Coffee: 25.00 Per Person
Banquet Soda: 15.00 Per Person
Banquet Bottled Water: 25.00 Per Person

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Breakfast in room
  • Central location
  • Child facilities
  • Clothes drying
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Concierge service
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Internet - wireless
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Licensed bar
  • Mini bar
  • Movies in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Office in room available
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Private garden grounds
  • Quiet location
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • 24 hours room service
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shower
  • Swimming pool - outdoor
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • Tennis court
  • Terrace
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

OR Tambo airport - 45 minutes to hotel main International airport in Johannesburg

Local Shuttle Info: complimentary shuttles on schedule in and around Westcliff in house transport company available to ad hoc transfers ie. Airport transfers ect. - rates on request

Pet Friendly?

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Westcliff

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Westcliff.

Feel free to use the The Westcliff meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Johannesburg event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Meters)
Size
(sqm.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Arcadia Ballroom 15 x 10 x 4 168--/120--90--5060--/--180180--
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Arcadia Ballroom

Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
1808.3 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
15 x 10 x 4 M.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
2
Columns:
0
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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Arcadia Ballroom 16 x 10 x 4 170--/120--100--50----/--180200--
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Arcadia Ballroom

Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
1829.9 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
16 x 10 x 4 M.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
4
Windows:
7
Natural Light?:
Yes
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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Sir Herbert Baker 13 x 7 x 2 9870/----40--3040--/--80100--
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Sir Herbert Baker

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
1054.9 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
13 x 7 x 2 M.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
4
Windows:
2
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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Bamboo Room 7 x 5 x 2 45--/----25--1520--/--20----
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Bamboo Room

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
484.4 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
7 x 5 x 2 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
1
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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Strilizia 7 x 5 x 2 45--/----25--1520--/--------
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Strilizia

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
45 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
7 x 5 x 2 Ft.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
1
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
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FAQs about The Westcliff

What time is check in?

Check in time is 14h00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11h00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Westcliff have?

There are 115 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Westcliff?

Yes, they have 7 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

Is there a gym at The Westcliff?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at The Westcliff?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property..

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