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6
Event Rooms
410 SQ MT
Total Event Space
150
Capacity Largest Space
4
Breakout Rooms
Meeting and Events
Situated in the finance and central business and district of Blantyre.
This Blantyre event venue boasts the most modern, up-to-date conferencing venue in Malawi.
Provides business centre services for the most discerning traveller.
Our conference centre will take care of all additional extras required for out of town conferences.
Boardrooms & Conferencing venues comprise out of 7 venues, with capacity of 12 to 150 delegates
Our meeting rooms in Blantyre can be sub-divided into breakaway rooms.
Offers & Packages
Weddings and Occasions
Be part of the tech-savvy movement under way in Malawi, at Protea Hotel Ryalls.
Experience excellent wining and dining -including fine dining at the 21 Grill Restaurant & Bar.
Further Blantyre event venues include the Ryalls Pool Deck Restaurant
The best Blantyre venues ideal for banquets or social events.
Unwind in our sparkling swimming pool, at Belle Afrique day spa or book tours at our travel shops.
With recreational and banqueting facilities, Protea Hotel Ryalls is an ideal Blantyre wedding venue.
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| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.ft) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mulanje | 32.2x27.9x10.5 | 892.3 | 40 | 30 | - | 20 | 50 | 30 |
| Blantyre | 32.2x19.7x8.9 | 629.7 | 40 | 24 | 0 | 20 | 30 | 20 |
| Kabula | 32.2x36.7x8.9 | 1175.4 | 150 | 80 | - | 60 | 150 | 100 |
| Zomba | 19.4x18.7x8.9 | 533.9 | - | - | - | 10 | - | - |
| Lilongwe | 19.4x18.7x8.9 | 380 | - | - | - | 10 | - | - |
| Mzuzu | 19.4x39x8.9 | 800.8 | 40 | 30 | - | 20 | 30 | 30 |
| Kabula & Blantyre | -x-x- | - | 150 | 80 | - | 54 | 150 | 100 |
Mulanje
Dimensions (LxWxH)
32.2x27.9x10.5
Area (sq.ft)
892.3
Theater
40
Schoolroom
30
Conference
-
U-Shape
20
Reception
50
Banquet
30
Blantyre
Dimensions (LxWxH)
32.2x19.7x8.9
Area (sq.ft)
629.7
Theater
40
Schoolroom
24
Conference
0
U-Shape
20
Reception
30
Banquet
20
Kabula
Dimensions (LxWxH)
32.2x36.7x8.9
Area (sq.ft)
1175.4
Theater
150
Schoolroom
80
Conference
-
U-Shape
60
Reception
150
Banquet
100
Zomba
Dimensions (LxWxH)
19.4x18.7x8.9
Area (sq.ft)
533.9
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
10
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Lilongwe
Dimensions (LxWxH)
19.4x18.7x8.9
Area (sq.ft)
380
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
10
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Mzuzu
Dimensions (LxWxH)
19.4x39x8.9
Area (sq.ft)
800.8
Theater
40
Schoolroom
30
Conference
-
U-Shape
20
Reception
30
Banquet
30
Kabula & Blantyre
Dimensions (LxWxH)
-x-x-
Area (sq.ft)
-
Theater
150
Schoolroom
80
Conference
-
U-Shape
54
Reception
150
Banquet
100
| Meeting Room | Dimensions (LxWxH) | Area (sq.mt) | Theater | Schoolroom | Conference | U-Shape | Reception | Banquet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mulanje | 9.8x8.5x3.2 | 82.9 | 40 | 30 | - | 20 | 50 | 30 |
| Blantyre | 9.8x6x2.7 | 58.5 | 40 | 24 | 0 | 20 | 30 | 20 |
| Kabula | 9.8x11.2x2.7 | 109.2 | 150 | 80 | - | 60 | 150 | 100 |
| Zomba | 5.9x5.7x2.7 | 49.6 | - | - | - | 10 | - | - |
| Lilongwe | 5.9x5.7x2.7 | 35.3 | - | - | - | 10 | - | - |
| Mzuzu | 5.9x11.9x2.7 | 74.4 | 40 | 30 | - | 20 | 30 | 30 |
| Kabula & Blantyre | -x-x- | - | 150 | 80 | - | 54 | 150 | 100 |
Mulanje
Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.8x8.5x3.2
Area (sq.mt)
82.9
Theater
40
Schoolroom
30
Conference
-
U-Shape
20
Reception
50
Banquet
30
Blantyre
Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.8x6x2.7
Area (sq.mt)
58.5
Theater
40
Schoolroom
24
Conference
0
U-Shape
20
Reception
30
Banquet
20
Kabula
Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.8x11.2x2.7
Area (sq.mt)
109.2
Theater
150
Schoolroom
80
Conference
-
U-Shape
60
Reception
150
Banquet
100
Zomba
Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.9x5.7x2.7
Area (sq.mt)
49.6
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
10
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Lilongwe
Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.9x5.7x2.7
Area (sq.mt)
35.3
Theater
-
Schoolroom
-
Conference
-
U-Shape
10
Reception
-
Banquet
-
Mzuzu
Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.9x11.9x2.7
Area (sq.mt)
74.4
Theater
40
Schoolroom
30
Conference
-
U-Shape
20
Reception
30
Banquet
30
Kabula & Blantyre
Dimensions (LxWxH)
-x-x-
Area (sq.mt)
-
Theater
150
Schoolroom
80
Conference
-
U-Shape
54
Reception
150
Banquet
100
Banquet
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Conference and Hollow Square
Appropriate for interactive discussions and note-taking sessions for fewer than 25 people. Many hotels have elegant "boardrooms" for 10 to 20 people, equipped with full audiovisual capabilities, a writing board, cork board and a flip chart.
E-Shape, U-Shape and T-Shape
Appropriate for groups of fewer than 40 people. These are best for interaction with a leader seated at the head of the setup. Audiovisual is usually best set up at the open end of the seating.
Theater
Appropriate for large sessions and short lectures that do not require extensive note-taking. This is a convenient setup to use before breaking into discussion or role-playing groups because chairs can be moved.
Reception
Stand-up social function where beverages and light foods are served. Foods may be presented on small buffet tables or passed by servers. May precede a meal function.
Schoolroom or Classroom
The most desirable setup for medium to large-size lectures. Requires a relatively large room. Tables provide attendees with space for spreading out materials and taking notes.
Ovals and Rounds
Generally used for meals and sessions involving small group discussions. A five foot round table seats eight people comfortably. A six foot round table seats 10 people comfortably.
Audio-Visual Equipment
- Microphone
- PA System
- TV
- TV Production Service Provider
- Teleconferencing
- Wired Internet
Event Services
- Carpenter
- Electrician
- Security Guards
Event Equipment & Supplies
- Direction Signs
- Easels
- Flip Chart & Markers
- Name Cards
- Pens / Pencils / Notepad
- Podium Lectern
- Stack Chairs
- Tables
Business Services
- Copy Service
Catering Services
- Afternoon Break:$6.50 / Person
- Coffee Break:$6.50 / Person
- Dinner:$20.00 / Person
- Full Breakfast:$20.00 / Person
- Lunch:$20.00 / Person
- Reception:$15.00 / Person
- F+B stations include protective sneeze guards
Frequently Asked Questions
Protea Hotel Blantyre Ryalls has 6 event rooms.
The largest capacity event rooms are Kabula, Kabula & Blantyre. They have a capacity of 150.
Yes, Protea Hotel Blantyre Ryalls provides wedding services.
To book a meeting or event at Protea Hotel Blantyre Ryalls click here
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