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Southern Sun Gold Reef City Hotel

Shaft 14 Northern Parkway, 2159 | Ormond, Johannesburg 2159, South Africa
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Southern Sun Gold Reef City Hotel
Ranked #18 of 57 hotels in Johannesburg
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Kildare
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34 reviews 34 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2013

We stayed here in 2006 for two nights and i cant recommend it highly enough! It was spotless, had a lovely homely atmosphere even though its a huge hotel! It was a great novelty seeing the monkeys running around outside too

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Singapore, Singapore
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22 reviews 22 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

The rooms are spacious and luxurious. The surroundings are v unnatural with fake crocodile, elephants etc. It is set in a huge compound and gated. Security is v tense in S Africa, almost everywhere there are guards and security checks. The hotel has a casino. Breakfast spread was wide and luxurious. We enjoyed our breakfast. It is crowded but service... More

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South Africa
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4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2013

We have been to the Gold Reef City Theme park many times in the past. However this time around it was something special and different because we opted to spend a night at the the Theme Park Hotel in celebration of my daughters 7th birthday. And what a good choice it proved to be!!! First of all, the hotel is... More

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Haiti
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14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2013

I loved the surroundings of the hotel. The rooms are all situated in a little village simulating the 1900's in Johannesburg BUT with all the luxuries! Our room 821 was a little house on it's own, with the most modern equipment inside. Loved the huge bathroom and classy fossets. Well done Gold Reef City Hotel.. you have amazed me!!!

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2013

We were lucky enough to take up a special offer rate at this hotel and were so glad we did. Although the hotel was full and although we had booked into a twin bed room, the staff were able to provide a room with a king-sized bed which made for a superb nights sleep. The complimentary shuttle to their casino... More

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Johannesburg, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2012

We just enjoyed two very comfortable nights at the Gold Reef City Resort Hotel which forms part of the amusement park complex at Gold Reef City. We found the hotel rooms to be very comfortable and neat and the staff were corteous, friendly and professional. It was great being in the amusement before it opened and after it closed as... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
2 reviews
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2012

I stayed for one night on the 3rd December 2012 and had breakfast at 06:30 the morning of the 4th. What a disaster? Only about 50% of the food was ready (some were cold) at that time. When I asked one staff member where the eggs were, I was met with a strange look whilst she shouted out "CHEF, the... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2012

Theme Park Hotel Deluxe Room is big and stylish, proper baby cot and sleeper couch available for kids, 5min walk to theme park's Kiddies corner, next to restaurant: perfect for traveling with small kids. Only service could be better: trying to make a reservation and checking in are a hassle. Housekeeping and shuttle staff are great.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 November 2012

My stay at Gold Reef over the last weekend was most enjoyable. The theme park setting is a great family get away destination and lots of fun for the entire family. The service provided at breakfast and divver was superb. I waill most certinlt recommend this hotel to my family and friends.

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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2012

We booked for a night after our Kruger trip, before going to the airport the next day. We thought we had booked the hotel at the Casino, but found out that, was across the road (a shuttle ride) and we were in the Amusement Park Hotel. After the reception area (which awas a bit drab) we were walked down the... More

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Additional Information about Southern Sun Gold Reef City Hotel

Also Known As:
Protea Hotel Johannesburg
Address: Shaft 14 Northern Parkway, 2159 | Ormond, Johannesburg 2159, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Gauteng > Greater Johannesburg > Johannesburg
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Parking Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #18 of 57 hotels in Johannesburg
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Escape to an age of elegance and grandeur at the Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel. Located within Africa's biggest theme park hotel is reminiscent of an authentic turn-of-the-century mining town. Staying at the hotel also gives you free access to a multitude of fun filled attractions and entertainment in the Theme Park. Please note the Theme Park is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.The adjacent Gold Reef City Casino complex offers a variety of dining and other entertainment options. ... more   less 

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