Few places on Earth share the stunning beauty of Port Alfred, in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, which has been further enhanced by the successful development of the Royal Alfred Marina.

The 3-star Halyards Hotel stands as a beacon on this marina and is an international landmark. The Halyards, splendidly set along the waterfront of the popular Royal Alfred Marina is the ideal getaway destination situated midway between East London & Port Elizabeth.

From the minute that you enter this fine example of Cape Cod architecture with its cool and nautical appeal, you will find yourself surrounded by comfort and luxuries designed to put you at ease. This will encourage you to relax and enjoy the Heart of the Sunshine Coast.

Personal, warm and unobtrusive service as well as meticulous attention to detail is the hallmark of our establishment, which in turn will ensure that you feel special and appreciated.

The Halyards Hotel offers 49 luxury twin, double, honeymoon or family rooms to suit your every need.

All bedrooms are en-suite, attractively furnished and characteristic of The Halyards' superior standards of excellence.

From the comfort and privacy of your spacious waterfront room, your level of relaxation will blend with the awesome natural beauty of this area to create an unsurpassable getaway experience.

There is a choice of six different categories of room:

• Garden Facing Standard
• Marina Facing Standard
• Luxury Marina Facing
• Honeymoon Suite
• Premier Suite

Typical room facilities include:

• Air-conditioning
• TV with limited satellite TV (DSTV) channels
• Direct dialling telephones
• Tea/Coffee facilities
• Hairdryer
• En-suite bathroom with: bath, shower and toilet.

Take a seat in the Halyards Hotel's spacious Charthouse Restaurant and enjoy good service and fine cuisine prepared by our team of chefs, accompanied by a choice selection of wines from our cellar.

Lounge on one of the sundecks, sip on a cocktail, have a dip in the pool or just take in the scenery.

• River Cruises
• Horse Safaris
• Swimming Pool
• Gymnasium
• Boating
• Spa Treatments
• Golf
• Scuba Diving
• Canoeing
• Bird Watching
• Game Viewing.

Conference facilities at Halyards Hotel are all carpeted and air-conditioned.

We have a large room, which can be split, into separate venues, each with their own equipment and satellite connections.

We also have 2 separate breakaway venues, which will be made available to conference delegates on request.

7 conference venues therefore can cater for groups as small as 12 and as large as 200 delegates.

STANDARD EQUIPMENT (FREE OF CHARGE):

• TV
• Video/DVD
• Overhead Projector
• Flipchart
• Screen

Other equipment is available to hire and we can source any other equipment that you may need.

Beach and Bush Adventures, one of South Africa's top corporate teambuilding and event organising operators, offers a variety of teambuilding and activity options which can take place onsite at Halyards Hotel.

To learn more about what we can do for you and your organisation, please contact us at: bookings@beachandbush.co.za or phone Sean on +27 82 902 5672.

Rates are per room per night, and vary across Low and Peak Season. These rates include breakfast daily.

Please note that FIFA 2010 World Cup rates apply for the period 10 June - 11 July 20101. Please enquire for these rates.