Top Holiday Resorts in Gauteng

Gauteng in South Africa is one of the favorite holiday destinations in the country. Away from the hustle and bustle of usual urban life, here you can expect to have a peaceful vacation. Staying at some of the top holiday resorts in Gauteng like, Hakunamatata Guest Lodge & Health Resort, Protea Hotel Suikerbosrand and Valley Lodge, you can relax and have a comfortable lodging experience.

Top 4 Holiday Resorts in Gauteng:

Gauteng has a lot of options when it comes to hotels and resorts. There are Caravans, Camping Lodges, Resorts, Hotels and Backpacker options, for those who want to have the countryside experience in this South African province. Some of the top holiday resorts in Gauteng are:

1)Emerald Casino Resort:

Emerald Casino Resort is located near the Vaal River in Gauteng. The resort is located close to the International Airport. There are various lodging types available in the resort. Aquadrome and Animal World are the two main attractions of this accommodation in Gauteng. Staying at this resort, you can also be a part of the river cruise rides and the various water sport activities in the Vaal River. Apart from the general rooms, there are rooms with self-catering units. You can also indulge in sports such as tennis, boating, basketball and water sports.

Facilities and features:

Air condition
Hair dryer facilities
Telephone connection
Internet access
Digital safe
TV with cable connection

2)Hakunamatata Guest Lodge & Health Resort:

Lying close to Johannesburg Hakunamatata Guest Lodge & Health Resort is one of the best accommodations to stay in Gauteng. The resort is spread over an area of 21 acres. The lush garden, ponds and streams of this resort provide the perfect atmosphere to rest and have a peaceful holiday. At an affordable price you can experience the spas and the rejuvenating massage services at the resort.

Facilities and Features:

Internet Service
Airport Pick ups
Parking space
Swimming Pool
Pool Game
Meals served
Rooms with television
Rooms with fireplace

3)Protea Hotel Suikerbosrand:

The hotel accommodation is located at a distance of 54 kilometers from the International Airport of Johannesburg. If you are looking for a perfect natural atmosphere to stay with, Protea Hotel Suikerbosrand is the place for you. The accommodation is covered by 13 000 hectare area of Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve. The place offers camping sites and caravan shades. There are picnic areas and areas for conferences too. Meals are not a part of the accommodation, though the facilities to avail the services are present.

Facilities and features:

Swimming pools with two slides
Pony and horse rides
Parking space
Take-away counters
Meyerton Golf Club
Heidelberg Golf Club
Huge 120 seater Auditorium
Conference Room with a capacity of 60 people
Extra bed and meals on request

4)StillPoint Country Haven:

If you are waiting to get away from the urban life and its hassles, you can come and stay right here at Stillpoint Country Haven. Business tourists and leisure seekers can rejuvenate themselves in a peaceful countryside atmosphere like this. Lying close to Johannesburg in Chatwell Country Estates, the resort is also easy to access.

Facilities and features:

Room with fireplace
Meals for guests
Outdoor bar
Swimming pool
Earthbound Spas and Fitness Centre
Library
Well-equipped conference rooms
Beautiful gardens
Parking Space
Rooms with TV and Satellite cable connections

Best holiday resorts in Gauteng:

There are many more holiday resorts in Gauteng for you to choose from. Some of the best ones include:

D’oreale at Emperors Palace
Vaal Streams
Garden Court Morningside
Mondior at Emperors Palace
Sandton Sun
Riverside Hotel & Conference Centre
Valley Lodge

Last updated on 7/12/2010