A business conference venue needs to meet a few criteria in order for it to be considered for any business function. It doesn’t matter if you are holding an intimate strategy meeting or a huge product launch, the right business conference venue is essential for the success of the event.
A business conference venue needs to be accessible, affordable, attractive, have the necessary facilities and have superb service. Delegates attending a conference do not want to travel miles or get lost looking for obscure venues in unusual areas. The ease of accessibility of any conference venue will set the tone for the function. Budget, in these uncertain financial times, is often a huge consideration. Conference organisers want to get value for money.
A clean, attractive conference venue is a must if you want delegates to relax and be in a receptive mood. The conference rooms need to be comfortable and have the right mood and ambience. The seating set up needs to allow for plenty of space so guests do not feel trapped and hemmed in. It needs to have good ventilation and the tables and chairs need to be comfortable and stable. The equipment in the conference rooms needs to work properly. If delegates are going to be using computers there should be enough plug points or extension cables available.
Delegates also need to be fed and watered! The quality of refreshments provided is very important. Delegates often rate the success of a conference on the quality of food and drink provided. This applies to the standard of accommodation if guests are staying overnight. An uncomfortable room will make the delegate tired and irritable and will make him an unreceptive and unproductive.
Hotel 224 is located in the central suburb of Arcadia in Pretoria and we have made it our business to provide the best business conference venue in the city. We meet all your criteria and we can guarantee that your conference will be an outstanding success. Contact us to book your next conference with us – you won’t be disappointed!