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Benoni
is very diverse, with people of every colour and denomination. There are
over ten schools in Benoni and in some areas there is a concentration of
up to 6000 students within a 5km radius.
Over
time gold mining has decreased in importance. Today the town is focused
more on industry and services, rather than mining, and is used as a service
hub for other East Rand towns such as Brakpan, Nigel and Springs. Benoni
is also the site of the Benoni Heliport, for the use of helicopters.
Visitors
to the town may visit the local museum, the many lakes, the Lakeside Shopping
Mall (built in the shape of a Mississippi Steamboat on one of the lakes)
or Northmead Square (known as the first shopping centre to bring cinemas
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East Rand Towns
Alberton
Boksburg
Brakpan
Edenvale
Kempton
Park
Nigel
Areas:
Johannesburg
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to Northmead Square is the Bunny Park which contains hundreds of rabbits
and other small animals and is aimed at children. Willowmoore Park is a
provincial and One-Day International Cricket venue. Sibikwa, an international
recognised and aclaimed community theatre, is situated in the east of the
town since 1989.
It
is believed that Benoni has more horse stables per square kilometre than
any other place in the Southern Hemisphere.
During
the 1990's Benoni was the site for the WOMAD Festival (the World of Music,
Arts and Dance), an international cultural festival held annually around
the world and used to showcase various artists.
World
famous Oscar winning actress Charlize Theron was born in Benoni.
She then moved to become a star in Hollywood, but was seen in Benoni again
promoting her movie Monster.
In
December 2004, Israel Travis led a historic tour of the city on horseback
while some of the tourists rode on an 1800s Victorian Spider carriage.
The tourists were dressed in traditional British and Boer clothing. The
tour included some of the gold mines and a parade through the main street,
Prince’s Avenue.
Benoni
was also the setting for the MTV-inspired, popular cult movie Crazy Monkey:
Straight Outta Benoni, released internationally in 2005.
The
town is currently run by the African National Congress (ANC), with the
liberal-democratic Democratic Alliance being the official local opposition.
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BENONI
BED & BREAKFASTS/GUEST HOUSES, EAST RAND, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA
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Avoca
Lodge, Guest House, BENONI   
Avoca Lodge is situated
in a very quiet and rural part of Benoni, 15 minutes drive from O.R. Thambo
International Airport previously known Johannesburg International Airport.
It is run by Michelle Smith who has had 5 years experience in the hotelier
and catering industry. There are 2 double rooms, both with en suite bathrooms.
They have their own private entrances, ensuring guests to come and go as
they please. Each room has their own Television and Fridge along with the
complimentary Tea and Coffee work station. Guests are welcome to use the
swimming pool and veranda. We strive to ensure that all guests are
made as comfortable as possible with the uniqueness of sharing a day in
the life of a South African house hold. House breakfast is served
daily, but individual requirements are catered for on request. |
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Homestead
Lake Cottage Bed & Breakfast/Self-Catering, BENONI
Homestead Lake Cottage is
an upmarket bed and breakfast situated virtually on the banks of the Homestead
Lake, Benoni. We have a beautiful garden and pool area where the guests
can enjoy their days outside in the sun in absolute harmony. The pool can
be covered for the safety of small children. We cater for the tired businessman
who needs a quiet place to come home to, or the tourist who needs somewhere
quiet to relax. We have a total of 8 rooms available at 7 Freeman
Street and 8 at 13 Masefield Street. These two properties are approximately
200 m. apart which makes it ideal for large groups to stay together. We
serve full English or Continental Breakfasts. The rooms are en-suite
and have private entrances. |
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Homestead
Lake Guest House, Bed & Breakfast, Farrarmere, BENONI
Homestead Lake Guest House
is a luxurious Guest House in Farrarmere Benoni. We are a few meters from
Homestead Lake, with a wonderful view of the lake from our premises. Homestead
Lake Guest House is very close to all other attractions on the East Rand.
Homestead Lake Guest House is well established in the hospitality industry
and we pride ourselves on great service and guest comfort. Our 15 en-suite
units all have private entrances, internet access and DStv. We offer full
English and Continental breakfast included in the package and optional
dinner. Lunch packs are also provided on request. The following attractions
are nearby: Wanderers Stadium, CR Swart Dam/Rynfield Dam 8 km, Apex Industrial
Area 6 km and Jet Park 6 km. |
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Leliewijk
B & B, Bed & Breakfast/Self-Catering, BENONI
Leliewijk B & B offers
our guests accommodation in a peaceful and country style environment, just
outside the city. Only 15km away from OR Tambo International Airport and
within a short drive from all major shopping center, restaurants and main
attractions. We offer our guests a warm welcome and
a pleasant stay in a choice of either an elegantly luxury room, a standard
bedroom or a self-catering cottage. You will wake up to the sound of birds
singing and start your day with a scrumptious breakfast. Our guests have
the advantage of a quiet, country style environment close to the city and
all main roads to cities like Johannesburg, Pretoria and east, west, south
and north suburbs. |
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Villa
Victoria Executive Guesthouse, Westdene, BENONI
Enjoy our personal, unobtrusive
hospitality here in the beautiful suburb of Benoni. With 7 lakes to it’s
name, including the nearby Korsman Lake, nature reserve and bird sanctuary,
Benoni is aptly known as the city of lakes. Reminiscent of Victorian
splendour this gracious, double storey guest house in large gardens with
classical gazebo, is located close to Johannesburg International Airport,
lake - nature reserve, restaurants, shopping centers, cinemas, gyms, freeways,
golf courses and casinos. Built in a bygone era, beautifully decorated
with antiques, the finest china, silver and linen, spacious en suite rooms,
quality accommodation, superb meals and warm friendly, personal service.
Situated in a quite suburb of Benoni, approximately 30 Km East of Johannesburg
and 15 Km from Johannesburg International Airport, Villa Victoria offers
Accommodation, Breakfasts, Business Breakfasts, Conference venue, Wedding
Venue, Honeymoon suite, Luncheons and Teas. |
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BENONI
HOTELS, EAST RAND, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA
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Africa
Centre Airport Leisure Hotel - Guest Lodge & Travel Centre, BENONI  
Africa
Centre Airport Leisure Hotel just 10 minutes from OR Tambo International
Airport, offering a modern approach to hotel accommodation with high levels
of maintenance and cleanliness. Africa Centre Airport Leisure Hotel offers
free return shuttle transfers to and from O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Including wireless Internet, meeting room, restaurant, bar, DSTV, pool
table, sauna, Jacuzzi, barbeque facilities, heated swimming pool and travel
centre. Situated close to malls (free drop off and pick up) flea
market, night life, game food restaurants, casinos, golf club, water ski
and water-world. Varied rooms, ranging from singles, and dbl, self
catering to family en suites. All the rooms have DSTV, air-conditioning,
tea/coffee making facilities, towels and toiletries. A full English
buffet breakfast is included in all rooms. |
BENONI
SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION, EAST RAND, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA
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Araluen
Cottage, Self-Catering/Bed & Breakfast, BENONI   
Araluen Cottage, En-suite
room and Flat provides four-star accommodation that is ideally situated
– only 15 minutes from O R Tambo International Airport. Comfortable
accommodation is provided with a beautiful garden, private entrance and
undercover parking. Swimming pool, private braai area and same-day laundry
service available. Facilities include a north facing room, delightful
self contained kitchenette, spacious dining and living area with a telephone,
modem connection, television and DVD player. You will experience
a warm hospitality, comfort, luxury and real value for money as a business
traveller or tourist. The Cottage can be booked as a Selfcatering unit/B&B.
Easy access to Lakeside Mall and Homestead Dam for entertainment. |
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Leliewijk
B & B, Bed & Breakfast/Self-Catering, BENONI
Leliewijk B & B offers
our guests accommodation in a peaceful and country style environment, just
outside the city. Only 15km away from OR Tambo International Airport and
within a short drive from all major shopping center, restaurants and main
attractions. We offer our guests a warm welcome and
a pleasant stay in a choice of either an elegantly luxury room, a standard
bedroom or a self-catering cottage. You will wake up to the sound of birds
singing and start your day with a scrumptious breakfast. Our guests have
the advantage of a quiet, country style environment close to the city and
all main roads to cities like Johannesburg, Pretoria and east, west, south
and north suburbs. |
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Eezy, Self-Catering Cottages, Farrarmere BENONI   
Two charming tastefully
decorated self-catering cottages set in peaceful gardens 15 minutes from
Johannesburg International Airport and 1.5 km from National Highway Network.
The cottages are equipped with a TV, video machine, M-Net, fridge, microwave,
toaster, kettle, food-steamer, electric blanket, heater, fan, hairdryer,
radio, crockery, cutlery and safe. The Lavender
room sleeps two guests in a double bed; we can also put a single bed in
lounge area and an en-suite bathroom with shower only. Spacious living/dining
area tastefully furnished. Separate bedroom with double bed. Under
cover, secure parking with electric gates and a closed off garden area.
Ideal for long stays of 30 days or more reduced rates.... |
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BOKSBURG,
EAST RAND ACCOMMODATION, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA
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is a city on the East Rand of Gauteng, South Africa. Gold was discovered
in Boksburg in 1887. It was named after the State Secretary of the South
African Republic, W. Eduard Bok. The Main Reef Road linked Boksburg to
all the other major mining towns on the Witwatersrand and the Angelo Hotel
(1887) was used as a staging post.
The Mining Commissioner Montague
White built a large dam which, empty for years, was dubbed White's Folly
until a flashflood in 1889 silenced detractors. The 150,000 square metre
dam is now the Boksburg Lake, and is surrounded by lawns, trees, and terraces.
A railway was built to link Boksburg to Johannesburg in 1890. Boksburg
is now part of the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, that includes
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Cedar
Manor Guest House, Self-Catering, BOKSBURG   
Cedar Manor Guesthouse is
a four star break away from home for the business person who requires all
the luxuries and necessities to perform at their best. The guesthouse is
situated in Plantation, a tranquil suburb in Boksburg and is closely located
to the O.R. Tambo International Airport (previously Johannesburg International
Airport), Sandton, Johannesburg Central Business District and Pretoria.
Cedar Manor offers ten beautifully decorated en-suite guest rooms.
The main building features five rooms that are decorated in the classical
early 20th century with en-suite Victorian bathrooms. Four of the
five rooms within the main house have their own patio and three of the
patios overlook the sparkling pool. The other five rooms are detached
from the main house and are a little more private. |
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Elizabeth
Lodge, Guest House, BOKSBURG  
We are an award winning
lodge in a unique location. A touch of country life yet only one minute
away from one of the largest shopping centres in Africa. 10 Minutes from
O.R. Thambo international airport. The discerning traveller will appreciate
the friendliness and hospitality we offer in our luxurious accommodation
at an affordable price. Is an ideal venue for accommodation, parties,
intimate weddings, functions and conferences. It is a place that
combines the attractions of a guesthouse with friendly care and special
touches. Experience the tastes of our quaint restaurant where you
can sip a frothy cappuccino, sample a garden-fresh salad or savour a hearty
breakfast. A place where we take the time to make real food. Unique
location. A touch of country life, yet 2km from the largest shopping centre
in Africa. |
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Europrime
Guest House, Bed & Breakfast, BOKSBURG   
Europrime Guest House is
a luxury and exclusive 4 star graded guest house with conference facilities,
conveniently situated 7km away from OR Tambo airport and centrally situated
with easy access to the Johannesburg/Witbank (N12), Pretoria/Kempton Park
(R24) highways. Europrime Guest House provides a perfect retreat for the
discerning traveller. Europrime Guest House consist of 11 twin rooms
all with en-suite shower rooms, 4 double rooms of which 3 with shower room
and 1 bathroom with overhead shower and 26 Queen Rooms, 2 with en-suite
bathrooms and 24 with en-suite shower rooms. We also offer 3 conference
facilities which respectively can host 25, 50 and 65 delegates. We do have
24 hour reception for your convenience and we also offer warm hospitality,
service excellence an entertainment area and swimming pool. |
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Mbizi
Backpackers Lodge, Self-Catering, Hostel, BOKSBURG
Situated only 15 minutes
away from Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport, Mbizi Backpackers
Lodge offers relaxing "home-away-from-home" accommodation for all travellers.
Spacious and vibrantly decorated rooms are serviced daily. There is a self-catering
kitchen and an outside entertainment area where you can enjoy a game of
pool or simply chill while listening to music. Relax and unwind around
a cool, sparkling swimming pool set in magnificent gardens or share your
travelling experiences with kindred folk around an outdoor fire whilst
barbequing meat "the African way". Whatever you choose to do, we
promise to make your stay a memorable one - a colourful, happy snapshot
of your visit to Africa. |
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