Quarters on Florida
There is a new breed of traveller - a discerning individual who wants accommodation that is modern, comfortable and intimate without feeling cramped, and is not steeped in expensive 5-star traditions. Quarters is a new breed of hotel designed for just such a traveller.
Four gracious Victorian homes have been beautifully restored by award winning architects to create a unique hotel of immense charm and character. Inside you will find a subtle combination of modern sophistication and old-fashioned warmth reflected in everything from the decor to the welcoming attitude of our dedicated staff.
Accommodation at Quarters on Florida
Whichever of our 23 rooms you decide to stay in, standard or superior, you will find each one well equipped. Every room is air-conditioned, has a LCD TV offering both local and satellite channels, a queen size bed, direct-dial telephone, safety deposit box and the facility to make tea and coffee. To ensure you have a peaceful night's sleep all windows are double glazed to eliminate neighbourhood noise.
From the beautifully appointed bathrooms to the home made biscuits, the luxury of Quarters is a unique experience. All of our rooms offer a choice of showers or baths, a selection of soaps, conditioners and shampoos and fresh bath sheets to wrap yourself in after a luxurious and relaxing foam bath.
ROOM CONFIGURATION
- 23 Bedrooms, all with one queen sized sleigh bed, sleeps 48 people
- 14 Standard Rooms
- 9 Superior Rooms
GENERAL INFORMATION ON ALL ROOMS |
- Tea and Coffee making facilities
- Some rooms have balconies
- All rooms have queen size beds
- Telephones in all rooms
- DSTV in all rooms
- Safety deposit boxes in all rooms
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- Hair-dryers
- Wake up call facility
- Laundry service available from Monday – Sunday
- Air-conditioning all rooms
- All windows are double-glazed
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STANDARD ROOM FEATURES
Standard rooms are smaller in size and all have double beds
SUPERIOR ROOM FEATURES
Superior rooms are bigger in size and all have double beds |
VIEW FROM ROOM
Rooms look onto our landscaped gardens
ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE TIMES
Check In - 14h00 | Check Out - 10h00 |
Facilities
Quarters on Florida is situated at the corner of Sindile Thusi (formerly Argyle) and Florida Roads, an area often referred to as Durban's "Dining District". Whether your preference be for French Cuisine, exotic Taiwanese, sumptuous steaks or Indian Curry, a restaurant to satisfy your taste can be found within easy walking distance of Quarters on Florida.
The beaches of Durban's famed Golden Mile are but a short drive away as are the sporting facilities of Kings Park which include the brand new Moses Madiba Stadium, Kings Park Swimming Complex, an Archery Club, Cycling Track, a Virgin Active Health Club and the Windsor Park Municipal Golf Course with a full 18-hole Golf layout as well as a fun Mashie course. The famed Durban Country Club lies between the Kings Park facilities and the northern beaches.
FOR CONFERENCE DELEGATES attending conferences at Durban's International Convention Centre (ICC), Quarters is ideally situated less than 5 minutes drive away.
24 hour Security
- 24 hour Security
- 24 hour Reception services
- Currency exchange facilities
- Major credit cards accepted
- On-site free car parking
- Fax and Photocopying Services
- Babysitting services – available on request
- Basic toiletries and medical supplies are available on request
Dining at Quarters on Florida
THE BRASSERIE
Awarded Durban’s best traditional restaurant by KZN Tourism, The Brasserie is a combination of simple and stylish cuisine. The restaurant is open daily for breakfast lunch and dinner and offers a wide array of delectable dishes from an ala Carte menu, all expertly and lovingly prepared.
The Brasserie offers a quiet setting for intimate lunches and dinners. Guests have a choice of dining in the conservatory style indoor restaurant, or al fresco in the adjacent quaint outdoor courtyard. Whilst the Brasserie menu is fully available for those dining at the courtyard, there is also a wide selection of light meals, scones and other treats ideal for morning and afternoon tea.
In the evening diners sit under the stars and enjoy a unique and memorable candlelit dinner. All palates can appreciate a menu that includes enjoyable dishes such as Chargrilled fillet of beef medallions on sweetcorn potato cake and roasted cherry tomatoes served with a mustard seed butter cream or Aromatic Duck simmered in a Star Anise,cinnamon and gingered infused court bouillon then oven glazed with a basting of Hoisin and soy sauces served on a vegetable broiche. The Brasserie is also an ideal venue for small corporate dinners as the entire restaurant can be booked for lunch or dinner, ensuring total privacy for corporate functions.
LA BRASSERIE RESTAURANT
- Seats 45 persons
- A La Carte menu
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Al Fresco Dining
OUTSIDE COURTYARD
- Adjacent to the Restaurant
- Seats approximately 30 pax
QUARTERS COURTYARD BAR
Open from 07h00 to 23h00 daily
ROOM SERVICE
Available from 07h00 till 22h00
Conferences at Quarters on Florida
Quarters boardroom is perfect for exclusive conferences and events. With a private anteroom and verandah and the latest electronic conference equipment, it suits both corporate groups and private individuals.
QUARTERS BOARDROOM
- Antique Boardroom table
- Seats 14 pax around the table
- Seats 25 cinema style
- Private breakfasts, lunches and dinners
- Private Launches
- Perfect for Media Launches
- Butler service for the duration of your conference
- Fresh tea and coffee breaks
Conference Packages
DAY CONFERENCE PACKAGE:
07h30 - 17h00 · All delegates are provided with a pen and Quarters notepaper and tables are prepared with chilled water flavoured with fresh fruits and herbs as well as bowls of assorted candy and mints.
- EARLY MORNING BEVERAGES:
Imported and local coffees and teas served with home-made muffins on the Boardroom Verandah.
- MID-MORNING INTERLUDE:
Imported and local coffees and teas served with home baked cookies served on the Boardroom Verandah.
- LUNCHEON:
Lunch is served in the Brassiere Restaurant or Courtyard, weather permitting.
- MID-AFTERNOON INTERLUDE:
Imported and local coffees and teas served with treats served on the Boardroom Verandah.
Equipment
- 1 x Lectern
- 1 x Flip chart and 2 pens
- 1 x White board and 2 markers
- 1 x TV & DVD
- 1 x Overhead Projector
- 1 x Screen
Dimensions
- Boardroom Dimensions: 4,55metres x 7,4metres
- Seating Capacity: Boardroom - 14, Cinema - 25, Schoolroom - 20.
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Weddings
One of Durban's most sophisticated weddings options, Quarters on Florida has become increasingly popular with those discerning brides and grooms looking for a wedding venue with an idyllic setting, first class cuisine and the personal service that makes for a truly memorable occasion.
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Quarters on Florida staff are there to assist with the arrangements and can source your entertainment, flowers and the cake if required. And during the function Quarters on Florida attentive staff will be on hand to ensure the success of the special day.
Venues
The Brasserie can seat up to 40 guests whilst the adjoining courtyard can extend the event to up to 60 guests. It is recommended however that a marquee be hired for guests dining in the courtyard just in case Durban's normally sunny climate decides to rain on the party.
Menus
Whether a breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner affair, Quarters' famed Brasserie restaurant offers a selection of menus that will ensure all taste preferences are suitably catered for.
Directions to Quarters:
GPS Co-ordinates: East 31.1.3 - South -29.50.6
Directions from King Shaka Airport to Quarters Hotel Florida Road - Durban
You will need to follow the N2 South.
Take the Umhlali ? M4 offramp and join the M4 (aka Ruth First freeway)
Follow the M4 into Durban - shortly after crossing the Umgeni River you will see the Suncoast Casino on your left hand side. Turn right immediately after you pass the casino turn right at the se of traffic lights onto the M17 - Sandile Thusi Road (formerly known as Argyle Road).
Travel up the M17 through 5 sets of traffic lights. At the sixth set turn l\right into Florida Road
We are the four white houses surrounded by a white “pillar” fence on the corner of the M17 and Florida Road.
From Durban CBD:
From the City Hall in Dr Pixley Kaseme (formerly West St) take the first left into Samora Machel (formerly Aliwal) and continue straight into Masabalala Yengwa (formerly NMR). Take the first off ramp on Masabalala Yengwa onto the M17/ Sindile Thusi (formerly Argyle Road) turn off. Turn Left into Sindile Thusi (Argyle Road) and continue straight, through five sets of traffic lights. At the fifth set (Florida Road) turn right. Quarters on Florida is on your immediate left. We are the four white houses surrounded by a white “pillar” fence. There is a Caltex Garage diagonally across from us.
Directions from Quarters Hotels Florida Road to King Shaka Airport - Durban
You will exit Quarters Hotel via the back gate and turn right. At the stop street turn right again onto Florida Road.
At the intersection turn left into Sandile Thusi Road (Formally Argyle Road).
You will then go through 5 sets of traffic lights, keep left, at the 6th set take the glide off to the left onto the M4 (Ruth First Freeway)
From the M4 you will need to take the turn off near Umdloti onto the N2. From the N2 follow the airport signs to the King Shaka Airport.
To do in Durban
uShaka Marine World in Durban, South Africa, the largest ocean park in Africa, boasts fresh and sea water attractions from shipwrecks to an aquarium and dolphinarium, from water slides to amusement parks, from adventure sport to fine dining and shopping.
Gateway Theatre of Shopping: Attractions at the centre apart from the superb shopping are the entertainment facilities which include 'D-Rex' the only double break wave pool in the world, a huge Tony Hawke designed skateboard park, as well as a climbing wall, an IMAX theatre, cinemas and much more.
Umgeni Bird Park: Set on the Northern banks of the Umgeni Rivier just 10 minutes from both Quarters on Florida and Quarters on Avondale is the Umgeni Bird with a huge collection of both indigenous and exotic birds.
Windsor Golf Course: A 5 minute drive from both Quarters on Florida and Quarters on Avondale lies Windsor Golf Course. A municipal course it offers golfers a fair challenge on one of the busiest municipal golf courses in South Africa. Visitors are welcome and green fees are incredibly reasonable.
Kings Park Olympic Swimming Complex: This complex offers two pools, an Olympic sized main pool and a second diving / water polo pool. Both are heated and thus ideal for those who need their daily swimming exercise.
ABSA Park Rugby Stadium: The home of Natal Rugby and the ever popular Natal Sharks, ABSA Park is a short drive from both Quarters and transport can be arranged for those staying at either Quarters on Florida or Quarters on Avondale for Super 14, Curie Cup and Rugby Internationals.
Virgin Active Health Club: A Virgin Active Health Club is situated at the southern entrance to ABSA Park Rugby Stadium. Members are welcome.
Moses Madiba Stadium: Presently under construction will play host to several of the Soccer World Cup games in 2010, including one of the semi-finals. The stadium will have a seating capacity for 70 000 people. The arches will be 100m high and will cover 320 x 280 square metres and will be 45m in height.
Durban
Africa's bewitching seaside playground in the sun, Durban has from its earliest days possessed a special charm, a certain mystique that adds 'something extra' to the meeting of the warm Indian Ocean, radiant golden sands and lush sub-tropical greenery. Durban offers the broadest possible spectrum of unforgettable experiences, with the cultural wonders of the Valley of a Thousand Hills, the long and tranquil beaches of The South and up-market ambience of the historic and culturally-rich Sugar Coast.
Durban is where the proud Zulu nation meets East and West, a wealth of influences to entertain and enthral with traditional warrior dancers, mystic fire-walkers and colonial heritage. Sample the unique vibrancy of township life, the finest curries outside India and a calendar filled with thrilling, spectacular events.
We're sports-crazy and equipped for it, hosting countless international contests at our magnificent venues - including the beach. While estate golf inland features high on the list of courses that abound, you can also tee off alongside the ocean or pause on the green as horses thunder by on race day. Durban hosts two of our country's premier horse-racing draw-cards, but should you not fancy their odds, there are always the slot-machines and gaming tables of our Sugar Mill casino. For a more relaxing experience, spend the day strolling through Durban's oldest natural attraction - the Botanic Gardens, renowned for the finest collection of botanic species anywhere in Africa, or visit Mitchell Park, a large and tree-filled menagerie that boasts a magnificent aviary complex and colony of tortoise that certainly appear to be as old as Durban itself.
Sophisticated and cosmopolitan, Durban after dark is abuzz with elegant lounges, funky taverns and cozy inns, distinctive local theatre and live music, trendy clubs, pubs and discos. Rave 'till dawn and catch sunrise over the vast Indian Ocean horizon - this is night-life in a modern, authentic African metropolis.
Kwazulu Natal
Also known as the Zulu Kingdom, KwaZulu-Natal is a combination of natural wonders, fascinating culture and ultra-modern facilities. Durban’s Golden Mile skirts the main beaches of the Indian Ocean. Draw cards include an amusement centre, paddling pools, paved walkways and fountains. Key attractions include:
Dolphin spotting or lazing the days away on the coastline between the Umdloti and Tugela rivers – the Dolphin Coast.
The Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Park, one of the largest game parks in South Africa and home to the Big Five, as well as cheetah and wild dogs.
The eMakhosini Valley, birthplace of King Shaka. The new Valley of Zulu Kings tells visitors all about the Zulu nation.
The Greater St Lucia Wetlands, with some of the highest forested dunes in the world, and an abundance of fish and birds.
Travelling the Hibiscus Coast between Umkomaas and the Wild Coast on the Banana Express train.
The Royal Natal National Park offers many scenic highlights, including the Amphitheatre, Mont-aux-Sources and the Tugela Falls.
The Battlefields Route in northern KwaZulu-Natal has the highest concentration of battlefields and related military sites in South Africa.
Travel formalities
Foreign visitors should check before arriving whether a visa is required. Visitors must have at least one blank page in their passports.
Tourists must have return or onward tickets.
Those coming from yellow-fever areas should be able to prove inoculation.
Foreign tourists may have their Value-Added Tax refunded upon departure.
More travel information when planning on visiting South Africa is available on http://www.southafrica.info
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