Special Experiences and Events at Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre O.R. Tambo

If you’re after a home-away-from-home escape away from Johannesburg, Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre O.R. Tambo might just tick all the boxes starting from the moment you enter their beautiful and expansive lobby space. Add on a pool deck for sundowners, an on-site spa with great features, and a fine dining restaurant with a rooftop bar that boasts insanely good views, and you’re in for a pampering spoil.

We break down all the current offers and experiences to try at this hotel in Kempton Park.

Lazy lunch buffet served daily over the Easter long weekend

Renowned for its generous and stylishly served buffet, the Easter lunch at The Avenue in Kempton Park will run daily from Good Friday on 29 March to Easter Monday on 1 April. Executive Chef Johan van Rooyen and his team are keeping tight wraps on the menu, but is not for those with little appetite as it includes a salad bar, delicatessen, carvery, and patisserie platters. Immerse yourself in the lavish setting with a delightfully open-plan dining space before settling into an ultra-satisfying lunch because it’s Easter.

Cost: R350pp, includes a main course and dessert served buffet-style. Kids under 12 years pay half price, and kids under 2 years eat free. Book online via email info.ortambo@radisson.com or call 011 100 4436

When: Served daily from Friday, 29 March to Monday, 1 April, from 12pm to 2:30pm
Where: Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre O.R. Tambo, 3rd Ave, Bredell AH, Kempton Park

Soulful Sunday Sessions

You’ll need to reserve your space in advance for Sunday lunch at The Avenue in Kempton Park. The signature restaurant at Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre O.R. Tambo serves a buffet experience curated by Executive Chef Johan van Rooyen and his team only on the First Sunday of the month.

Make the most of the good weather with poolside relaxation with friends and family in the shade or head indoors in the airy restaurant space while being serenaded by the saxophone sounds to set the mood for the evening and new week. The experience includes a welcoming drink, your choice from a selection of Sunday lunch mains and desserts through a fresh lens, all served buffet style.

Cost: R295pp, includes a welcome drink, main course and dessert served buffet-style. Book online via email info.ortambo@radisson.com or call 011 100 4436

When: Every First Sunday of the month, from 12pm to 3pm
Where: Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre O.R. Tambo, 3rd Ave, Bredell AH, Kempton Park

Special spa offer: Try an exfoliating body wrap

As we’re heading into autumn, it’s time to ditch weariness and dead skin cells at this boutique spa in Johannesburg. The body wrap at Amani Spa exfoliates your skin with mineral-rich mud which is massaged into your skin to deeply purify and detoxify. Choose between Hydrating to add more moisture to your skin, Detox & Slimming which comes with a potent combination that works harmoniously to eliminate toxins, promote healing, restore balance, and Immune Boost to help enhance your body’s natural defence against infections, and Muscle Ease to try a beneficial fitness recovery wrap.

The body wrap contains a range of aromatherapeutic elements and indigenous botanicals for a truly sensory experience. Treatments will finish leaving you feeling revived and your skin silky smooth.

Spa guests can extend their visit with some time in the heated indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room, and pause silent rooms. Healthy food and drink as well as bubbles can be ordered from the champagne bar.

Cost: R600pp per body wrap treatment. Book online via email wellnesscentre@radisson.com or call 010 541 1320

When: Daily, from 8am to 8pm
Where: Amani Spa at Radisson Hotel and Convention Centre O.R. Tambo, 3rd Ave, Bredell AH, Kempton Park

The hotel welcomes Patrick Buthelezi as the new F&B Operations Manager

Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, Johannesburg, O.R. Tambo recently appointed Patrick Buthelezi as the new head of their Food and Beverage Department. Patrick and his team will oversee dining experiences at the hotel restaurants as well as conferencing events.

Professionally, he holds over 20 years of experience in Food & Beverage Operations at some of the biggest hotels in the country such as the Protea Hotel group, Aviator Life Hotel, Times Square Casino, and Palace of the Lost City before joining Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, O.R. Tambo in February 2024.

“With Patrick’s expert guidance in the food and beverage department, our vision is to capture the legendary essence of this Scandinavian-inspired property to provide guests with high-quality ingredients, incorporating seven-day themed activations, partner with local artisans, apply sustainable solutions to meetings and events offerings while we deliver gastronomic experiences paired with the best beverages’, says Dominique Van Wezop, Acting General Manager at Radisson Hotel & Convention Centre, O.R. Tambo.

Website: radissonhotels.com
Email: info.ortambo@radisson.com
Tel: 011 100 4436
Facebook: @radissonortambo
Instagram: @radissonortambo