Conference and Function Venues in Pretoria
Looking for the perfect venue for a corporate event, private function or wedding to suite your style, budget and needs in and around Pretoria, Centurion or Cullinan?
Finding the perfect venue for corporate events, private functions or weddings can be a time consuming and difficult task with so many venues to choose from.
We have listed more than 80 conference, wedding and function venues, fully equipped for any occasion to provide you with everything you need.
Edelweiss Corporate Guest House
The 4 star Guest House on the Northern slope of the Magalieskruin Mountain offers executive style accommodation and magnificent views over the surrounding area.
The Guest House is conveniently situated near shopping centres found on Sefako Makgatho Drive. Private conference facilities are available for hire to guarantee a successful event.
Location: Magalieskruin, Pretoria
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Tram Village Lodge and Conference Centre
Located in the heart of Brooklyn, Pretoria near state departments, national and provincial government offices, embassies, foreign representatives, diplomatic residences, UN agencies, shopping malls, various hospitals, major universities, top schools and popular tourist attractions, the Tram Village offers a true African Experience with accommodation, conference and training facilities, catering packages for corporate, private and diplomatic functions.
Location: Brooklyn / Nieuw Muckleneuk, Pretoria
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Alphabetical list of venues
Arcadia Hotel
Located at the foot of the well known landmark of Pretoria, the Union Buildings, the Arcadia Hotel is an integral part of the Arcadia Shopping Centre. The location of the hotel makes it an ideal choice for the business as well as the leisure traveler.
The hotel offers 139 comfortable, en-suite guest bedrooms with all modern amenities, excellent food and beverage options together with conference facilities in eight venues to accommodate from 10 to 250 delegates. Location: Arcadia, Pretoria
Bentley’s Country Lodge
Nestled in the lush greenery and unspoiled natural beauty of the majestic Magaliesberg, Bentley’s combines true South African hospitality with superb multi-purpose venues.
Facilities include luxuriously appointed hotel rooms, exclusive self-catering houses for long term stays, a conference centre, eco game farm for team building events and game drives, stone-faced chapel, banqueting venues, sports bar and à la carte restaurant. Location: Akasia, Pretoria
Brooklyn Lodge
Luxury Bed and Breakfast, Lodge and Restaurant with a conference facility accommodating a maximum of 80 delegates.
Bright, individually decorated rooms and suites feature TVs, minifridges, tea and coffeemaking facilities, and private patios.
Location: New Muckleneuk, Pretoria
Burgers Park Hotel
Burgers Park Hotel accommodates any seating arrangement. Hosting seminar’s , workshops or fully equipped conferences, with a maximum delegate capacity of 380
Located in Pretoria’s central business district, Burgers Park Hotel is 3 kilometres from the Union Buildings. It features an outdoor swimming pool, bar and 24-hour front desk.
Location: Pretoria Central, Pretoria
Bushman’s Rock Country Lodge
Pretoria conference facility with delegate capacity of up to 50. Enjoy this bush lodge accommodation in Gauteng surrounded by water cascades.
Bush and river frontage provide the perfect environment for any conference and corporate team building activities.
Location: Kameeldrift, Pretoria
Centurion Country Club
Centurion Country Club offers state of the art conference facilities in a private serene environment accommodating a minimum of 10 up to a maximum of 120 delegates with various packages on offer
A number of function venues varying in size offer a unique experience to host anything from a birthday bash to a wedding reception.
Location: Centurion, Pretoria
Centurion Hotel
With a range of venues, equipment and seating plans to suit your every requirement, with a maximum delegate capacity of 700.
Overlooking Centurion Lake, this straightforward hotel is a 5-minute walk from Centurion Mall and 14.5 km from downtown Pretoria. The classic rooms (some with lake views) offer free WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffeemaking facilities.
Location: Centurion, Pretoria
Chameleon Adventure Academy
Specializes in the potential discovery and mobilisation of people through experiential learning. Pretoria conference facility with Maximum delegate capacity: 30
The activities that Chameleon Adventure Academy facilitated for us were incredibly fun-filled and involved a great amount of TEAM work.
Location: Cullinan, Tshwane
CSIR: International Convention Centre
The CSIR International Convention Centre offers superb facilities and quality service with conference, function and exhibition venues that can accommodate events of 500 to as little as 10 delegates and guests, with groups as large as 1000 being accommodated at times.
Location: Brummeria, Pretoria
Court Classique Hotel
Classical suite hotel providing the best service in conferencing, weddings and other functions in Pretoria with maximum delegates of 70.
Court Classique Suite Hotel, Pretoria has been serving the Diplomatic, Government, Business and International Leisure Travel Market since 1997.
Location: Arcadia, Pretoria
Cricklewood Manor Boutique Hotel
Cricklewood has modern meeting facilities and caters for weddings, functions and conferences with maximum delegate capacity of 60.
Centrally located in the prestigious suburb of Waterkloof in Pretoria, South Africa, Cricklewood Manor is ideal for discerning business and leisure travellers in need of elegant and comfortable accommodation in Pretoria.
Location: Waterkloof, Pretoria
Didimala Game Lodge
Didimala Game Lodge was designed around the executive, providing luxury, comfort and sophisticated conference equipment in a Bushveld setting,with a maximum delegate capacity of 74.
Didimala Game Lodge was designed with the executive in mind, providing luxury, comfort and sophisticated conference facilities in a bushveld setting.
Location: Rust De Winter, Pretoria
Embury Montana Conference Centre
The Embury Montana Conference Centre specializes in the best presentation technology and has proved to meet any demands for a successful conference.
The centre also caters for weddings and other functions like team building sessions, catering for a maximum delegate capacity of 60.
Location: Montana Park, Pretoria
Faircity Roode Vallei Country Lodge
The sophisticated, equipped conferencing venue offers an out-of-city environment where 180 delegates can relax and enjoy the facilities available.
Faircity Roodevallei is a charming thatched-roof hotel overlooking a nature reserve. This lodge offers comfort in a picturesque setting. Free WiFi is available.
Location: Kameeldrift-East, Pretoria
Galagos Country Estate
Galagos will most certainly add magic to any occasion, whether it is indoors or outdoors or whether for just the couple or for a group of friends. Also specializing in conferences with maximum delegate capacity of 180.
Galagos’s conference venues are of a high standard, with custom built venues designed to international specifications.
Location: Donkerhoek, Pretoria
Garden Court Hatfield
Resort and Hotel with conference facilities capable of accommodating up to 20 delegates.
The hotel’s 157 rooms are bright and modern, and include air conditioning, free WiFi, a writing desk, in-room tea and coffee making facilities, and an electronic safe.
Location: Hatfield, Pretoria
Greenwoods Guest House
Situated in the east of Pretoria, in a street so quiet it is easy to forget you’re in a city. A home away from home. With conference facilities and maximum delegate capacity of 20.
We offer glorious thatched units with a magnificent display of Rhodesian Teak and wrought iron furnishings, and all the rooms are provided with luxurious en-suite bathrooms and have access to the lush garden.
Location: Garsfontein, Pretoria
Intundla Game Lodge And Bush Spa
Game Lodge, Bush Spa and Conference Center with a maximum capacity of up to 60 delegates.
Intundla offers conferences, team building, weddings, functions and spa treatments in a perfect tranquil bush setting.
Location: Pretoria
Irene Country Lodge
A place where old charm meets modern day convenience in a breathtaking country setting. Conference facilities available with maximum delegate capacity of 100.
With lakeside views to rival most paintings, African Pride Irene Country Lodge is a luxury upmarket hotel, this hotel boasts 75 spacious luxury accommodation rooms, a fine dining restaurant, conference, function and wedding venues, and also boasts a luxurious upmarket day spa called Camdeboo Day Spa.
Location: Centurion, Pretoria
Irene Village Market
The Irene Village Market is an art market on the shady grounds of the Smuts House Museum about 40 kilometres north of Johannesburg, with conferencing possibilities with up to 100 delegates.
The 1st and last Saturday of every month! Come listen to live music, feed on lovely local produce and witness some lovely South African arts and crafts!
Location: Centurion, Pretoria
Jacobs Well Villages Conference Centre
Jacobs Well Villages provides skills training and develop business opportunities for the unemployed youth.
A 20 Seater Conference Venue for meetings and training is available in a quiet area of Doringkloof, Centurion. An overhead projector, white board and flip chart are available.
Coffee and tea (am and pm) are included in the daily rental price, while additional catering will be provided according to needs and budget. A kitchenette is available for self-catering.
Location: Centurion, Pretoria
Kambro Conference Venue
Kambro offers an exceptional conference facility. The high vaulted wood-paneled ceiling of the conference room contributes to its uniqueness and wonderful acoustic. A large sliding door opens onto a deck overlooking the pool and garden. Maximum delegate capacity: 33
Location: Waterkloof AH, Pretoria
Kievits Kroon
Kievits Kroon is renowned for its luxurious style and superb facilities, which range from gourmet restaurants a wellness spa and conferencing facilities with maximum delegates capacity of 200.
Location: Kameeldrift, Pretoria
Kwalata Game Lounge
Game Lounge with a conference facility of up to 80 delegate capacity.
Kwalata Lodge, situated in the Dinokeng Big 5 Game Reserve, was established in 1994 as a youth camp that focused on environmental education and leadership development. This camp has become a vibrant lodge hosting local, international and corporate groups.
Location: Hammanskraal, Pretoria
Kwandaba Game Lodge
Game Lodge with a maximum delegate of up to 30 people.
Experience the unspoiled heart of the Bushveld at KwaNdaba with its own unique style and atmosphere, where life is revealed at its most fundamental providing the ideal opportunity to rekindle your spirit and replenish your soul.
Location: Lynnwood, Pretoria
Leopardsong Game Lodge
Enjoy the facilities at Leopardsong such as chill by the pool with a drink from our licensed bar, have lunch or breakfast and walk or cycle. Available as a wedding or conference venue with maximum delegate capacity of 20.
Leopardsong Game Lodge is a uniquely beautiful retreat and break away establishment with a reputation of distinction and exclusivity. It offers luxury facilities with professional attention to detail and service.
Location: Hammanskraal, Pretoria
Leriba Hotel
Leriba Hotel is ideal for business travellers, tourists and families looking for accommodation value that doesn’t compromise on quality. Up to 1500 delegates can be accommodated in 20 fully equipped air conditioned venues. The well designed venues with direct access and views to the indigenous gardens provide a conference experience with a difference.
The objective is to provide clients with a no-nonsense high quality product where convenience and practicality is the main focus. Leriba Hotel has easy access to all major routes and landmarks in Pretoria.
Location: Centurion
Lungile Guest House
Experience a bushveld, holiday feeling with a touch of home. Nature-lover’s, this is just the place for you, close to all modern conveniences, with conference facilities.
This little piece of heaven offers ample breathing space and tranquillity. Close to all amenities, but far removed from the busy city life.
Location: Garsfontein, Pretoria
Lynnwood Conference Centre
A place to experience an elegant alternative venue for training, conferencing and functions. Maximum delegate capacity of 34.
Repeat Clients are evidence that the Lynnwood Conference Centre is ideal for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle yet not have to travel long distances.
Location: Pretoria
Magalies Mountain Lodge
The Lodge and Spa is surrounded by breathtaking views of the Magalies mountain range and the Moot Valley, and provides the perfect oasis. Conference, wedding and function venue with maximum delegate capacity of 24.
The lodge and spa is surrounded by breathtaking views of the Magalies mountain range and the Moot Valley, and provides the perfect oasis for those seeking tranquility, relaxation, outdoor adventures and pampering spa sessions.
Location: Kameeldrif-West, Pretoria
Manhattan Hotel
Venue Hire with professionally trained staff for efficient and friendly service.
Jugs of water, Cordials & Mints provided in the venue during the course of the conference with a maximum delegate capacity of 135.
Location: Pretoria
Merops Wedding And Conference Venue
At Merops, every conference is tailor-made to suit our clients’ specific requirements. Our enthusiastic and experienced team will assist you, wherever possible, to ensure your conference’s success, with a maximum delegate capacity of 21.
Merops Wedding & Conference Venue located 16 km East of Pretoria is a countryside inspired venue built from natural rock and wood in an African style to create a rustic, warm and joyous atmosphere.
Location: Pretoria East, Pretoria
Monateng Safari Lodge
Offering guests a pleasant African experience with a noticeable abundance of bird-life and game while relaxing in a peaceful atmosphere. Wedding functions and conferencing facilities available with maximum capacity delegates of 20.
Monateng takes pride in what we offer to our guests from a vacation with a view to our exceptional facilities, keeping young and old entertained while staying at our resort.
Location: Wallmansthal, Pretoria
Mongena Game Lodge
Mongena is an ideally situated conference and teambuilding venue in close proximity to the major centres. It boasts a modern up-market, 4 air-conditioned conference venues seating from 10 to 60 delegates with 2 of the venues overlooking the small dam and onto the plains of the Dinokeng Game Reserve, with State-of-the-art conference tables featuring power sockets for laptops, a high resolution (2000 lumens) data projectors, 3G signal connectivity and Bose surround sound equipment.
Location: Hammanskraal, Pretoria
Nt Shonalanga Valley Resort
The Resort is situated in a beautiful and scenic valley surrounded by hills and boasts of spectacular African sunrises and sunsets. Maximum delegate capacity: 155.
The venue caters for events ranging from corporate conferences to banquets, weddings to private functions. It has 3 conference rooms, which can seat up to 200 delegates, a lapa that overlooks the dam and a banqueting hall that can host up to 250 guests comfortably. It also has 15 chalets and two self-catering units.
Location: Centurion, Pretoria
N’kosi Sana Game Lodge
The farm is situated in a small valley with typically hilly landscape, and it is ideal as a support base for all Safari activities.
Maximum delegate capacity: 30 for all conferences, weddings and functions.
Location: Cullinan, Pretoria
Olympus Stream
Olympus Stream Conference and Wedding Venue is situated in Pretoria east, minutes from Menlyn Shopping Center, Woodhill and in easy reach. Maximum delegate capacity: 150.
Our venue offers a banquet hall, stone chapel, conference rooms and a lovely tea garden. Secure parking is available on the premises.
Location: Olympus, Pretoria
Park Gables Guesthouse
Guesthouse with a conference center able to accommodate a maximum of up to 82 delegates.
Park Gables offers elegant accommodation for up to 25 guests in a well-appointed residence. Guests can relax in the enclosed private garden and receive visitors in our spacious lounge, where, in winter the crackling fire warms both body and soul.
Location: Arcadia, Pretoria
Pinedew Guest House
Accommodation in 6 luxuriously furnished double bedrooms, serviced daily and equipped with all the necessary amenities.Maximum delegate capacity: 300
Pinedew Guesthouse is suitable for the whole family. Children are most welcome. Fabulous food and divine desserts are served in the pleasantly furnished dining room or, weather permitting, on the sun deck next to the pool. While accommodation includes breakfast, dinner can be served on request.
Location: Kameeldrift, Pretoria
Premier Hotel Pretoria
Where guests becomes friends plus our exquisite conference center that caters for a maximum of up to 180 delegates.
Premier Hotel Pretoria offers a modern setting while in Pretoria. It is ideally positioned for guests wanting to sightsee in the area.
Location: Arcadia, Pretoria
Pretoria Manor Guest House
Guest House with a conference facility of a maximum of up to 60 delegates.
Discover the diverse ethnic origins, traditions, cultures and history of Pretoria’s people in the many monuments, museums, art galleries, architecture, curio shops, settlements, and villages in and around the city. Alternatively, take an easy drive to the famous zoological gardens, a game farm, or reserve. Play or come and view your favourite sport at one of the many venues in the grand city.
Location: Sunnyside, Pretoria
Protea Hotel Waterfront
Standard and deluxe African-themed bedrooms, a studio room and modern self-catering suite apartments. Maximum delegate capacity: 120
This deluxe hotel is surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens, and is complimented by an outdoor pool and deck overlooking the Centurion Lake.
Location: Centurion, Pretoria
Pumulani Lodge
19 en-suite bedrooms, 6 single rooms sharing an ablution block, function venues, conference rooms, dining halls and unique and charming chapel. Maximum delegate capacity: 60
A “place of rest” is exactly what Pumulani has come to be for all of the many visitors entering through our gates. We offer various accommodations including four Executive Suites, five Deluxe Suites and ten Standard bedrooms.
Location: Kameeldrift, Pretoria
Pure Joy Lodge And Conference Centre
Lodge and Conference Center with a maximum capacity to accommodate up to 180 delegates.
Activities like Bird watching, Volleyball, Table Tennis, Pool/Snooker & Swimming are available. For the more health-conscious we have upgraded our Gym for a complete workout!
Location: Kameeldrift East, Pretoria
Riverside Castle
Riverside Castle is a romantic medley of beautiful architecture and a conference center of up to 120 delegates.
Riverside Castle can turn any occasion or celebration into a memory that will be cherished forever! Requirements will always be met with professionalism and originality.
Location: Lynnwood, Pretoria
Rocky Ridge Estate
Hosts parties for kids, adults or big corporate groups with a maximum capacity of 120 people.
Rocky Ridge Estate is a spectacular purpose built party venue. Great fun for kids, superior facilities for adults including elegant lapas with lovely gardens to host your dream party! For the dads there is the ever important TV connection for sport watching as well as braai facilities.
Location: Kameeldrift, Pretoria
Roy’s Lodge And Safaris
Roy’s Lodge And Safaris offers most rewarding DB&B facilities. Very comfortable en-suite acc.Real bushveld Sport’s Pub . Maximum delegate capacity: 40
Roy’s Lodge strives to meet your every need. Our friendly staff is committed to give you the best possible service and ensure your stay with us is hassle free.
Location: Rayton, Pretoria
Schoongezich Boutique Hotel and Day Spa
Schoongezich Boutique Hotel and Day Spa is a new Boutique Hotel and Day Spa, ideally located with a conference center. Maximum delegate capacity: 80
At Schoongezich you will find outstanding comfort combined with unrivaled service and a country garden ambience.
Location: Erasmusrand, Pretoria
Sheraton Hotel Pretoria
The hotel includes a health club with gym and saunas, an outdoor swimming pool and massage rooms. Maximum delegate capacity: 350
Featuring Italian marble and scenic views, the elegant rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and coffeemakers. Guests in club-level rooms receive butler service as well as complimentary breakfast, snacks and cocktails. Suites add separate sitting areas and balconies.
Location: Sunnyside, Pretoria
Shere View Lodge
Creating a unique designer theme to match your personality, preferences and budget, eliminating all the stress of planning. Maximum delegate capacity: 120
Shere View Wedding and Function Venue has more than 16 years experience in hosting weddings and corporate events. The atmosphere is so relaxing you would never imagine that you are a stone throw away from city life.
Location: Shere, Pretoria
Silver Lakes Country Club
It derives its name from the numerous lakes around which the course was built, with the most beautiful ‘silver’ sunsets over the water. Maximum delegate capacity: 80
Location: Silver Lakes, Pretoria
StayEasy Pretoria
The StayEasy Pretoria hotel is perfectly located away from the bustle of the CBD but within easy access to Pretoria embassies and government offices. Maximum delegate capacity: 16
Unassuming rooms offer complimentary Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and tea and coffee making facilities, as well as sofas. Kids age 17 and under stay free.
Location: Pretoria Central, Pretoria
Supersport Park
SuperSport Park, is a cricket ground in Centurion, Gauteng Province, South Africa. It was renamed from Centurion Park after a television company Supersport bought shares in the stadium. The capacity of the ground is 22,000. The Titans cricket team, formerly known as Northern Transvaal, play their home games here.
Location: Centurion, Pretoria
The Elegant Lodge
A variety of services will ensure that you have a superb time plus a conference center with a maximum of up to 60 delegates.
Located in Pretoria, The Elegant Lodge boasts a design that captures the grace and elegance of Cape Dutch Architecture.
Location: Menlo Park, Pretoria
The Farm Inn
The Farm Inn is a privately owned Country Hotel and Conference Centre on the eastern outskirts of Pretoria. Maximum delegate capacity: 250
The Farm Inn is a great getaway, an ideal conference venue or the perfect setting for your wedding. The hotel is a privately owned and is situated on the eastern outskirts of Pretoria, only 20 minutes from Pretoria’s Church Square, 50 minutes from Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport.
Location: Silver Lakes, Pretoria
The Nobleman Guest House
Guest House with a conference room accommodating up to 20 delegates maximum.
The Nobleman Guest House is an elegant property situated on the upper edge of Erasmuskloof, overlooking the kloof and the famous Erasmus Castle. It is classically furnished with dark wood and granite finishes, we offer the opulent and luxurious experience that our guests deserve.
Location: Erasmuskloof , Pretoria
Tshwane Events Centre
Events and Conference Center with a maximum capacity of up to 5 500 delegates.
The Tshwane Events Centre offers space, variety and flexibility to its clients allowing for truly memorable and successful events to take place, a true blank canvas awaiting the artist to fill it with imagination, innovation, creativity and colour!
Location: Pretoria West, Pretoria
TuisHuis Home Lodge
Home Lodge with a conference facility accommodating a maximum of 20 delegates.
Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Tuishuis Lodge is located in Centurion. Free WiFi access is available in this lodge. The accommodation will provide you with a minibar.
Location: Centurion, Pretoria
Velmore Hotel Estate
Velmoré Hotel Estate, Gauteng’s Premier Conference and EventsVenue. Whether planning a Wedding or Product Launch, Velmoré can cater to groups and events of all sizes.
Their outside venue can accommodate over 1500 people.
Location: Erasmia, Pretoria
Victoria Hotel
Victoria Hotel was established in 1894 and is Pretoria’s oldest operating hotel. No two rooms are the same, as each have a designated name and layout. Maximum delegate capacity: 100
Central location next to the train and bus station and strange mix of old and new. Old wooden front part makes a nice impression of the elegant hotel. The Victoria Hotel offers different rooms for every budjet.
Location: Pretoria Central, Pretoria
Villa Baragha Country Estate
Villa Baragha means Valley Of Blessings and ensures you excellence, professional and customer-centric service always. Maximum delegate capacity: 400
Villa Baragha Country Estate is the ideal setting nested at the foot of the magnificent Magaliesberg Mountain range and its country surrounds. Villa Baragha Country Estate ensures exclusivity and professional expertise by hosting one function per day.
Location: Kameeldrift West, Pretoria
Villa San Giovanni
Our fine dining area seats 100 guests, features elegant decor, displays of wine and a private atmosphere. We have a award winning wine list, some of which is exclusively available in the Fine Dining restaurant.
Set alongside the airport runway, lined with light aircraft on the apron, the terrace is the perfect spot for an early morning breakfast or a light lunch.
Location: Wonderboom National Airport, Pretoria
Willem Prinsloo Agricultural Museum
The museum consists of two furnished farmhouses, one built in 1880 and the other in 1913 and a farmyard with agricultural implements and more. Maximum delegate capacity: 90
The Willem Prinsloo Agricultural Museum preserves and presents South African agricultural history in a unique manner. The Museum showcases the history of the development of agriculture in South Africa from the Stone Age until 1945.
Location: Rayton, Pretoria
Woodhill Residential Estate & Country Club
Woodhill Residential Estate and Country Club is ideally located and features north- and south-facing slopes, with a magnificent 360-degree view of Pretoria and the surrounding country side from the crest of the hill. Maximum delegate capacity: 250
Offering various packages designed to provide guests with an all-in-one eventing solution.
Location: Woodhill, Pretoria
Woodlands Game Lodge and Conference Centre
Game lodge and Conference Center with a maximum of up to 120 delegates capacity.
Our main attraction is that we offer a true African experience in a secluded Game Reserve. Woodlands Game Lodge is ideal for corporate groups wanting to get away from city life. Game drives in our open 4×4 will enable you to spot up to 25 wild animal species in their natural habitat.
Location: Boekenhoutskloof, Pretoria
Zebra Country Lodge
Whether it’s wildlife, culture or peace and quiet, Zebra Country Lodge is the ideal getaway for special events, weddings, conferences and family time. Maximum delegate capacity: 350.
Zebra Country Lodge Cullinan provides a comfortable setting while in Cullinan. It also features babysitting/child services, meeting rooms and a tour desk.
Location: Cullinan District, Pretoria
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