Hot Time in the City
64 on Gordon is an intimate hotel for the discerning visitor. It offers convenient access to all arterial routes in and out of Durban and is positioned in a quiet area close to shops, eateries and boutiques on the city’s trendy Florida Road.
The hotel aims to provide guests with the “unexpected” in terms of its facilities and design, as well as its ambience. Aimed at the style seeker staying for leisure or business, the hotel is designed with “utilitarian chic” in mind and features handmade accessories and carefully selected customised fittings. As a result, the hotel’s décor exudes a feeling of timeless, comfortable austerity and celebrates functionality in a contemporary environment. The hotel’s locale (made up of neighbourhood cafés) matches its unpretentious, unadorned and undemanding style and makes it a welcome change and a “must stay” for those who seek non-traditional accommodation, embrace originality and have a passion for “edgy” offerings.
Hotel 64 on Gordon has 36 immaculately designed and individually styled rooms. The rooms are spacious, with extra length king-sized beds. The entrance steps, verandas and garden paths are picked out in traditional red stoep paint, which adds an intense focus colour and is carried through as edge detailing around the windows. Apart from this “trim”, the colour palette is controlled and unpretentious. In the context of the hotel environment, the monochromatic minimal finish adds detail and interest. The hotel strives to combine innovative design with cutting edge style, while retaining discreet service and a personal and warm touch from the staff.
The hotel’s architecture pays homage to the heritage and history of the neighbourhood, but as one enters into its inner spaces, a contemporary, uncomplicated and unique environment emerges that is in keeping with the increasing global consciousness regarding comfortable minimalism. There is a central courtyard with outdoor cardio equipment and a range of bicycles are available to rent as this part of the city is perfect for cycling. To match the hotel experience, its conference facilities are state-of-the-art and can host up to 40 delegates. Non-smoking public areas as well as a smoking area are provided.
The hotel’s restaurant “PL8” is geared towards innovative, healthy and sumptuous food, served at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
For reservations and more information, contact +27 31 312 6250, email eres@lifehospitality.com or visit www.signaturelifehotels.com.
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