LIVING IN EKURHULENI

Best Bed and Breakfast: Ange B&B

A true home away from home, Ange B&B spoils guests with luxuriously comfortable rooms, fantastic facilities, a great location just minutes from key landmarks and, of course, incomparable service. Ange.co.za

Best Boutique Hotel: Afrique Boutique Hotel OR Tambo

While the hotel’s location is an absolute win for those travelling to or from OR Tambo International Airport, the combination of stylish décor, beautiful gardens and gracious hospitality is unparalleled. Afriquegroup.co.za

Best Local Car Accessories Dealer: Midas

For all things automotive, Midas can’t be beat: there isn’t a single aspect of car care you can’t find here, whether you need window shades, car shampoo or tie downs. Midas.co.za

Best Local Car Dealership: BMW East Rand

The sheer driving pleasure starts from the moment you enter the dealership’s doors, where you’ll receive expert advice tailored to your budget and motoring needs.  Bmw.co.za/east_rand

Best Casino, Best Local Hotel, Best Place to Take Out-of-towners: Emperors Palace

If the Emperors Palace experience could be summed up in a single word, it would be ‘excitement’. From the gorgeous hotels to the fabulous restaurants, endless entertainment options and, of course, great gaming, the complex is a non-stop thrill. Emperorspalace.com

Best Cinema Complex: Nu Metro Emperors Palace

Nothing beats the sheer impact of watching your favorite screen gods and goddesses in 3D – unless you’re living the adventure with a 4DX experience. Nu Metro Emperors Palace not only brings you one of the largest cinema complexes on the continent; each theatre is equipped with cutting edge technology to make ‘Netflix and chill’ seem like a very sad option indeed. Emperorspalance.com/nu-metro

Best Conference Centre: Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre

Conveniently located close to OR Tambo International Airport, this Ekhuruleni landmark is ideally equipped to host all manner of events, from executive breakaways to multi-day conferences, with all details – from sound to lighting and even accommodation – taken care of. Birchwoodhotel.co.za

Best Country Club, Best Golf Course, Best Must-Hire Venue for Private Functions, Best Place to Watch the Big Game, Best Sports Club/Venue: Benoni Country Club

A gorgeous setting, fabulous facilities for tennis, squash, bowls, Padel, football and cycling, and the magnificent par 72 golf course make this a much-loved destination for sports lovers – but the excellent eateries have turned it into a popular meet-up spot, too. Benonicc.com

Best Craft Market: Benoni Night Market

A flavour fest from around the world, Benoni Night Market also presents beautiful crafts, unique fashion, a kids’ corner and great entertainment. Who can say no to a little shopping under the stars? Thenightmarket.co.za

Best Dry Cleaner: East Rand Cleaners

Those one-of-a-kind-vintage pants, your favorite suit, that soft-as-butter suede jacket – there’s only one way to keep them looking their best, and East Rand Cleaners are the experts you need to provide the right kind of care. Ecrlaundry.co.za

Best Estate: Ebotse Golf and Country Estate

It’s hard to believe you’re minutes away from the city when you’re soaking up the splendour of Ebotse’s beautiful wetland setting – but it’s the estate’s community spirit that really makes living here a dream: regular markets in the park, a Saturday Parkrun and events in the open-air amphitheatre are all part of the magic, along with a range of facilities and activities, and outstanding security. Ebotseestate.com

Best Estate Agency: Monarch Property Consultants

After more than 33 years in the area, Monarch team’s knowledge of the Benoni and Bokburg property markets is unrivalled. They’ll help you get the best price for your property or find your dream home, providing the kind of personal service that comes from being independently owned. Monarchproperties.co.za

Best Expo: Decorex

What are the latest décor trends? Where can you find the ultimate kitchen designer? Is there anyone who can make a reno less of a hassle? As South Africa’s leading décor, design and lifestyle show, it’s definitely the best place to find the answers to all your home-related questions. Decorex.co.za/joberg

Best Gym: Planet Fitness

Whether you need a personal trainer to help you hone your PB or you prefer the camaraderie of a class to keep you motivated, Planet Fitness is the ultimate partner on your fitness journey. We love the app; a fantastic tool for tracking your progress and making sure you never miss a sweat sesh. Planetfitness.co.za

Best Interior Decorator/Designer: Dubai Benoni

Dubai Benoni is here to give your home a glow-up. With an impressively sizeable range of fabrics, curtaining, accessories and décor, you’re sure to find everything you could need for your home project within minutes – but in case you don’t, the centre offers custom-made curtains, blinds and reupholstery services. Dubaicentre.co.za

Best Landscaper: Exotic Gardens

Don’t know your clivias from your camellias? Exotic Gardens is here to help: their maintenance service keeps your lawns and beds in tip-top condition, with season specific activities ensuring that your garden is a beautiful haven all year round. Exoticgardens.co.za

Best Local Radio Personality: Anele Mdoda

With her infectious laugh and irresistible energy, it’s no surprise that Anele is everyone’s favorite radio personality. But it’s not just her bubbly nature that’s won us over: we love that she’s real and relatable, too. Anele.com

Best Local Radio Show: Hot 1027 Breakfast

Waking up is hard to do. That’s why we love Hot 1027’s breakfast dream team of Parky, Bunny and Simon, whose quirky banter and fabulous choice of music makes it easy to welcome a new day. Hot1027.co.za

Best Local Radio Station: Hot 1027

If you’re old enough to remember Kylie Minogue’s first flirtation with fame (anyone want to do a locomotion?), you’ll love Hot 1027 not only for its old skool playlist, but for the DJ legends who bring it to you. Hot1027.co.za

Best Medical Facility: Life The Glynnwood

While an emphasis on excellent patient care and positive clinical outcomes (achieved through an interdisciplinary approach) are standard across the Life Healthcare group, Life The Glynnwood (one of the biggest hospitals in the group) stands out for its super-specialist practitioners and outstanding facilities. Lifehealthcare.co.za

Best Place to Play Padel: Jeany’s Coffee Shop

You love Padel, you love a good natter, and you love coffee – combine them all with a session on the Padel courts at Jeany’s Coffee Shop, followed by a light bite. Look out for pensioner’s specials on Wednesdays and the Women’s League playing Tuesdays and Thursdays. 010 010 025 8900. Jeanys-Coffee-Shop

Best Theatre: The Barnyard

Theatre Emperors Palace There’s nothing more uplifting than singing along to your favorite songs – and the Barnyard’s rollicking shows give you the chance to do just that, showcasing hits from evergreen artists brought to you by a talented cast. Weekly specials and a loyalty programme make this great entertainment an affordable night out for the whole family. Barnyardtheatre.co.za

Best Travel Agency: Flight Centre

You can book your holiday yourself – and run the risk of missing connections and choosing dodgy hotels. Or you can consult one of Flight Centre’s experienced team members, knowing you’re assured of the best deals and reliable support. Flightcentre.co.za

Best Weekend Getaway (less than four hours away): Sun City

Spa, casino, golf course, kids’ entertainment, a water park, Big Five game viewing at the Pilanesberg Game Reserve – not forgetting, of course, the beach at the Valley of the Waves. There’s something to keep you (and every member of your family) busy, every minute of the day. And that’s why we love Sun City. Suninternational.com/sun-city

Best Wellness Centre: World of Wellness

Some of us spa, some of us spin, and some of us saute – whichever way you choose to relax, you’ll find a way to indulge it at World of Wellness, thanks to its large and varied selection of modalities.  Worldofwellness.co.za

 

Best Yoga, Pilates and Martial Arts Studio: Heavenly Healing Yoga Studio

Whether you’re an old hand as asanas or just getting to grips with the downward dog, Heavenly Healing welcomes everyone on to the mat. You can even enhance your yoga journey by partaking of one of the centre’s healing therapies. Heavenlyhealing.co.za

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