SUNCOAST CASINO & ENTERTAINMENT WORLD

Suncoast Casino Hotel

DURBAN'S NO. 1 ENTERTAINMENT DESTINATION
Set amongst towering palmtrees and nestled against the beachfront along Durban's "Golden Mile", you will find 26 hectares of entertainment heaven - SUNCOAST Casino & Entertainment World. With a total investment of R1.4 Billion, SUNCOAST represents the largest single investment on Durban's beachfront. Along with the International Convention Centre and uShaka Marine World, SUNCOAST forms part of the Golden Triangle, and is a key element in the rejuvenation of the Golden Mile.

SUNCOAST is one of South Africa's prime tourist destinations, attracting on average 750 000 visitors per month - three quarters of a million people can't be wrong!

Join us for an experience like no other and capture the unique spirit of Africa in beautiful KwaZulu-Natal. The complex is a haven of sun and fun with its Miami South Beach Art Deco style architecture, and offers an array of gaming, shopping and entertainment pursuits.

GAMING
Opened in November 2002, SUNCOAST is a gambler's paradise. The casino is the largest in Durban, boasting 1 330 slot machines and 50 gaming tables across three venues. SUNCOAST caters for casual gamers as well as those who take their gaming more seriously with the Salon Prive called 77 Ocean Drive, a high-end exclusive gaming area with both slots and tables on offer.

The slots floor is primarily Smart / coinless with a number of traditional coin-operated machines and offers a multitude of game types with a wide range of denomination options ranging from1c to R100. The gaming offering includes some of the latest on offer such as WMS Hot Hot Super Jackpot Multigame, Hot Hot Super Respin and Monopoly Press Your Luck Big Event, Bally Tech Quick hits and Blazing 7's Hot Shots to mention a few. An oldfavourite has also returned in the R1Million Sun Struck machines, the only R1 Million progressive in KwaZulu-Natal. There is a variety of minimum andmaximum betting options, to suit all levels of experience and budget.

EATERIES
SUNCOAST offers a wide selection of eateries boasting a taste explosion with cuisines from all around the world. Quick take-outs can be grabbed from one of the three fast food outlets or a sit down meal can be enjoyed at one of the 17 restaurants, several of which are located on the "boardwalk" offering beautiful uninterrupted sea views. This all adds to the infectious island holiday vibe.

In addition to the fantastic gaming, the beautiful ocean and kilometers of beaches SUNCOAST also includes the Magic Company bursting with action packed games for kids of all ages; eight cinemas, and for the over eighteens, one of South Africa's trendiest dance bar's Café Vacca Matta.

CONFERENCING
SUNCOAST offers a variety of conference and events spaces including the SUNCOAST Cine-centre "Supernova" - a multi-purpose function theatre with a 170m² large screen, making this is an ideal venue for large groups, meetings and product launches.

The Delano and the Colony Rooms offer two versatile and unique conference facilities with the most sophisticated technology (lighting, acoustics & air conditioning).

 

The SUNDECK

EAST COAST RADIO AT SUNCOAST
SUNCOAST is currently the home of KwaZulu-Natal's hottest radio station, East Coast Radio. Situated centrally in the Casino, visitors can pop in to view the team as they broadcast live from the premises, hosting competitions and offering listeners a glimpse into the real live workings of a radio station.

SUNCOAST HOTEL
The SUNCOAST Hotel & Towers, with architecture mirroring the classic Art Deco style of Miami's South Beach and Durban's rich subtropical heritage, is effectively two hotels in one.

The hotel in total has 165 stylish modern open plan rooms and state of the art technology with 64 city facing and 64 sea facing rooms. The Towers, with 180 degree, sea views from each room, comprises 17 Premier Rooms, 10 Junior Suites, 8 Luxury Suites and the sumptuous Penthouse.

THE SUNDECK
The magnificent SUNDECK is a grassed embankment bordered by indigenous vegetated dunes overlooking the Indian Ocean. The venue has hosted some of Durban's most talked about events including the Bollywood Concert & stars, Mercury Wine Week, The Roxy Wahine Cup, Venus Surf Championships, Durban City Orchestra, Gladiantics, C-Factor, Vert Demos, Fight Club, Beach Festival, World Kiteboarding Champs and a selection of SUNCOAST festivities.

THE BOARDWALK
The boardwalk, which runs the length from the Point Waterfront Development including uShaka Marine World and linking to the Moses Mabhida Stadium, is the perfect setting for those lazy strolls along the beachfront that epitomise summer days.

Be entertained by jugglers and clowns as you walk, stopping to admire the amazing views.

THE AMPHITHEATRE
Leading off the boardwalk is the spectacular Amphitheatre, the ideal outdoor entertainment venue, where every month the hottest local jazz talents come together to jam.

The Amphitheatre at SUNCOAST is ideal for taking advantage of the spectacular year round weather on the KwaZulu-Natal Coast.

 

VISION
To be the no 1 entertainment destination.

MISSION
Outgrow our competitors.

Full Name of Company: Suncoast Casino & Entertainment World
Industry Sector: Tourism
Nature of Business: Gaming Industry
Services / Products: Gaming, Entertainment, Restaurants, Hotel, Leisure, Conferencing, Events and Catering
Date Established: November 2002
Customer Base: International holiday market, national holiday market, business conferencing, hotel and leisure guests, KZN event and promotions market, Durban gaming and restaurant patrons
No. of Employees: 1200
Auditors / Accountants: PWC
Bankers: Nedbank
Public Relations Agency: Meropa
B-BBEE Status: Level 3 Contributor

KEY PERSONNEL
Managing Director: Mike Dowsley
Director of Gaming: Shane Collinson
Marketing Manager: Louise Howell
Financial Manager: Anneke Potgieter

CONTACT DETAILS
SUNCOAST Casino & Entertainment World
Physical Address: 01 Suncoast Boulevard, Durban's Golden Mile
Postal Address: P.O. Box 10132, Marine Parade, 4056
Tel: +27 (0)31 328 3000
Fax: +27 (0)31 328 3002
E-mail: webmaster@tsogosun.com
Website: http://www.suncoastcasino.co.za
Other Branches: Montecasino, Emnotweni, Hemingways The Ridge, Caledon and Black Rock Casino