Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel
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Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel

Shaft 14 Northern Parkway, Johannesburg South, Gauteng 2159, South Africa
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With a stay at Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel in Johannesburg (Johannesburg South), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Gold Reef City Casino and Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Sandton City Mall and 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Nelson Mandela Square.Show More
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4.1/5Very Good·Cleanliness: 4.1
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Amenities
Golf CourseOutdoor swimming poolCasinoParkingFree24-Hour Front DeskLuggage StorageFreeBarBowling AlleyBilliards RoomRestaurant
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Surroundings
Metro: Park
(8.9km)
Airport: O. R. Tambo International Airport
(32.2km)
Airport: Grand Central Airport
(35.6km)
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Suite
5

Suite

Bedroom 1:1 Single bed ● Bedroom 2:1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
TV
Towel
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Deluxe Room
4

Deluxe Room

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Towel
Private Toilet
Hair Conditioner
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Executive Room
3

Executive Room

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
TV
Towel
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Standard Double or Twin Room
3

Standard Double or Twin Room

1 Double bed or 2 Single bed
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Private Bathroom
TV
Towel
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Luxury Suite
1

Luxury Suite

1 King bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air Conditioning
Towel
Private Toilet
Hair Conditioner
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Guest Reviews(8)

4.1/5
Very Good
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  • Cleanliness4.1
  • Amenities4.1
  • Location4.1
  • Service4.1

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I‍3‍6‍1‍3‍B‍P‍t‍i‍m‍m
August 6, 2024
Visitor from the UK. Wanted a nice, safe hotel for our 3 night stay and definitely got that. Great location obviously being in the theme park of which we had one full day going on the rides (a Friday to avoid the wkend crowds which it was substantially busier on the Saturday). All the rooms facilities were great. Breakfast was really good. Had one evening meal at Barney's. The food was really nice but definitely not the quickest of meals. Spent other evenings at the gold reef ****** hotel with all its restaurants there. Walked over the bridge early evening and then got picked up in the shuttle to bring us back. Can't fault the hotel, facilities or the staff.
I‍a‍n‍ ‍M
November 24, 2023
This is our third stay at this hotel to ride the 94.7 Ride JHB cycle race. The new mamangement have really made a big difference to the facilities and the general attitude of all the staff. Perfectly situated within easy riding distance of the start/finish at FNB stadium about 5 km. Nice refurbishment of the rooms and in particular Barneys Restuarant. Breakfast were excellent as were lunch and dinners. Was very busy at lunch on Sat as the theme park was really busy but they coped, and a little patience was all that was needed as the food quality did not suffer as a result.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 31, 2023
The park could be brilliant but the crowd control is exceptionally poor. You wait hours to get onto rides because people continuely jump the queue. When you report it to the staff marials, they do nothing. These queues need to be monitored and policed continually otherwise it detracts from the experience and causes unnecessary tension and conflict. Its not up to your guests to police the lines. It was my first visit and doubt ill ever be back. Disappointed
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 31, 2023
I stayed at the Gold Reef Theme Park Hotel from 6 to 9 September. My room number was 131. Once entering the block of rooms, there was a sewerage smell on the ground floor. The latch on my door lock was broken. These are relatively insignificant against the poor service and food quality at the Barney Restaurant. On the Thursday night I ordered a fairly simple dish, fish and vegetables. I waited 45 min for the food and on arrival the vegetables were raw. Uncooked butternut is very hard to chew and swallow. I sent a piece back for the chef to try. The waiter came back and said the chef agrees. With that, he put down a bowl of salad, said sorry, and left.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
February 11, 2023
We started at the Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel in November, and the first noticeable and pretty unique thing about this hotel is that, unlike most theme park hotels which are outside the parks’ gates, this one is literally in the middle of the theme park. This makes it an ideal location to enjoy the park and not have to faff around with taxis, monorails or the other methods of getting into other theme parks around the world. Entry to the park is free for hotel guests. You go the reception every morning and they give you a wristband which get you on to all the rides. This is a nice little extra which also makes it exceptional value for money. We have stayed at theme park hotels at parks in Europe and the US, where you get charged extra for park tickets so it was great to see that wasn’t the case here. The theme park itself is stunning and I’ve written a separate review just of the theme park. There’s also a ****** on site with various chain restaurants and the Apartheid Museum which are both easy walking distance, or the staff are more than happy to take you in the mini bus or golf buggy, just ask at reception, they did this several times for us. The room felt a bit dated. The bed was comfortable enough, but the room just felt a bit bland and like it needed modernising. The front door to our room was very thin and that could do with being replaced. The light in the bathroom also stayed on permanently which was kind of annoying. The hotel grounds are very nice. They have gardeners everywhere and they do an amazing job at keeping the gardens looking nice. We didn’t bother eating at Barney’s restaurant in the evening but we did have breakfast there which was also included (again, making it a great value experience). The breakfast was pretty good, but at dinner time the restaurant looked too bright and didn’t look to have much atmosphere, so we instead ate at the restaurants over in the ****** building which were ok, but nothing amazing. There’s also a small pool at the hotel which had some table and chairs around it but surprisingly no sun loungers so we only sat by the pool once in the evening, when Barney’s bar was busy with a corporate function. It looks like some new rooms are being built, and so perhaps the hotel are in the process of updating all the rooms. Either way, I’d still return here. The location of the hotel, the helpfulness of the hotel staff, especially the reception team who were very kind and friendly, and the overall experience we had were all pretty excellent, so I’d definitely return and I’d recommend this hotel to others. The hotel also offer an airport transfer service, our driver was very friendly and took us all the way to the hotel reception, which was very handy for us as we’d not visited before so would probably have got lost otherwise. It’s also worth mentioning that the site is kept very safe. It’s gated and security staff are everywhere, as well as safes in the hotel rooms for valuables.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
January 31, 2023
Since there aren't many reviews, I'll be a little more comprehensive: The hotel is literally inside the theme park- this is very cool. Getting in and out is not a problem. The rooms are spread out across a number of two-story buildings, so if you book two rooms, as we did, make sure you request they be in the same building. Rooms are fine- we had one suite and one non-suite- wifi and bathrooms are good, beds are comfortable, cleaning was not spotless. The inclusion of admission with the room makes this an incredible value for families. The restaurant available before/after park opening for guests, Barney's, is solid. The breakfast buffet is generous and eggs can be made to order. The hotel's technology is still paper-based in many areas, so don't expect an app or anything like that. The dinner options at Barney's were also solid- not gourmet, but above US theme park standards for sure. The bar is just okay- we had two of the worst glasses of wine we've ever had (didn't drink more than a sip as the bottles had probably been open a while) but then we had a nice bottle newly opened. The theme park is quite good- clean, with 5 coasters of varying thrill levels. The minigolf should not be missed (so different than beach mini-golfs in the US) but they only had a limited number of balls (!!). Staff was friendly and helpful whenever we had a question or issue. Overall, if Gold Reef City Theme Park is on your agenda, we'd highly recommend considering this as a spot to stay.

Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–24:00
Check-out: 06:00–11:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

Child Policies
Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
TypeFull English/Irish
StyleBuffet
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

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Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 73
With a stay at Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel in Johannesburg (Johannesburg South), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Gold Reef City Casino and Melrose Arch Shopping Centre. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.8 km) from Sandton City Mall and 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Nelson Mandela Square.

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities.

Make yourself at home in one of the 75 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.

Services & Amenities

Outdoor swimming pool
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Children's Playground
Restaurant
Restaurant
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to stay at Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel?

Prices at Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel are subject to change according to dates, hotel policy, and other factors. To view prices, please search for the dates you wish to stay at the hotel.

What is the closest airport to Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel?

The closest airport is O. R. Tambo International Airport. It is 32.2km from the hotel and approximately a 30 minutes journey by taxi.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel?

The check-in time is after 14:00 and the check-out time is before 11:00.

Does Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel provide airport transfer services?

No, the Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel doesn't provide airport transfer services.

Does Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel has a pool. Pool type: Outdoor Swimming Pool.

Does Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel have fitness amenities?

No, Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel doesn't have fitness amenities.

Does Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel provide Wi-Fi?

Please view the amenity list on the hotel page.

Does Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel have non-smoking rooms?

Yes, Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel has non-smoking rooms. Please view the hotel listing for details.

Does Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel provide breakfast?

Yes, Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel provides breakfast.

Does Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, guests can eat at: Restaurant.

About This Property

Nearest AirportO. R. Tambo International Airport
Distance to Airport32.19KM
Nearest Train StationPark Station Railway Station
Distance to Train Station8.58KM
Nearest Metro StationPark
Distance to Metro Station8.88KM
Average Price FromSGD228
Hotel Star Rating3