Riverside Sun, Vanderbijlpark - Reviews, Rooms Options & Prices 2025

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About the Resort

Corner Of Wenning And Emfuleni Drive, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Riverside Sun offers 3-star accommodations along the banks of the Vaal River, perfect for family vacations and corporate retreats. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, and a fitness center, enhancing the comfort of guests seeking both leisure and business amenities.

Rooms & Amenities

Riverside Sun provides 169 rooms, including Standard Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, and river-facing Suites. All accommodations feature a private bathroom, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and complimentary uncapped WiFi. Some rooms offer river views, while family-friendly options are available with cots and two double beds upon request.

Dining Options

Dining options include the Riverview Restaurant, which serves buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a selection of a la carte favorites. Guests can enjoy drinks and light meals at Le Bourbon Bar or on the terrace. Room service is also available for those preferring to dine in privacy.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure activities at Riverside Sun feature an outdoor pool surrounded by gardens, a Liquid Lounge river boat for cruises, and various sports options like beach volleyball and darts. The hotel also offers seasonal children's programs, including paintball and treasure hunts, to keep younger guests entertained.

Business Services & Local Area

For business needs, Riverside Sun provides 11 versatile conference venues accommodating up to 500 attendees, complete with modern facilities. Additional services include 24-hour front desk support, concierge assistance, and laundry services. Nearby attractions include the Sylviavale Heritage Museum, located just 2 miles away.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard King Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Family Room River Facing

Max:

2 persons

22 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Lake view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe River Facing King Room

Max:

2 persons

22 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Lake view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

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City Centre

Vanderbijlpark 2.9 km

Airports

Rand (QRA) 76.6 km

O.R. Tambo International (JNB) 93.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Water sports
Golf course
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Picnic area/ Tables
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Children's play area

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Corner Of Wenning And Emfuleni Drive, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

Map view

Corner Of Wenning And Emfuleni Drive, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa

City landmarks

Amusement Park

Aquadome

2.9 km

Museum

Sylviavale Heritage Museumyy

3.3 km

Stonehaven on Vaal

1.6 km

Church

Oneway Community Church

2.4 km

Vaal Eden Road off the R59 Sasolburg / Parys road

Otavi Wildlife Sanctuary RENAMED NOW CALLED Kimba Game Lodge

2.7 km

Frikkie Meyer Boulevard

Emerald Animal World

2.7 km

Emerald Casino

2.6 km

Emfuleni Park

2.7 km

Mall

Tharina Centre

3.1 km

Bongani Mabaso Eco Park

3.2 km

Nederuitse Gereformeede Kerk

3.3 km

Hervormde Kerk Vaalpark

3.3 km

777 Frikkie Meyer Blvd

Animal World At Emerald Resort

3.5 km

Volle Evangelie Kerk

3.6 km

NG church Central

3.8 km

Bloukraans Centre

3.9 km

Baptist Church

3.9 km

Grace Fellowship Sasolburg

4.0 km

River of Life

4.0 km

AGS Dinamika church

4.1 km

South East Corner Shopping Centre

4.2 km

St Francis of Assissi Roman Catholic Church

4.2 km

DP de Villiers Stadium

5.1 km

The Palms Shopping Centre

4.8 km

777 Frikkie Meyer Boulevard

Aquadome at Emerald Resort

5.9 km

Nearby

Stonehaven on Vaal

430 m

Restaurants

El Paso Spur Steak Ranch

30 m

Cnr F W Beyers & General Hertzog St Cnr General Hertzog St.

KFC

580 m

128 Hans Strijdom Street

Nando's Vanderbijlpark Drive Thru

510 m

Cnr Frikkie Meyer Blvd & Barrage Rd

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience

78%

liked the resort and would come back again

Excellent service

Clean rooms

Air conditioning issues

Limited in-room beverages

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

8.4

Location

9.0

Service

6.4

Dining

8.5

Julia

United States, December 2024

8.2/10

We had a lovely experience at this hotel, enjoying its beautiful riverside location and the great amenities. The rooms were revamped and well-kept, though the service left something to be desired due to some slow and unfriendly interactions. Overall, it was a great getaway, but the staff's demeanor could really use improvement.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were revamped, comfortable, and offered a nice view of the river, which we truly appreciated.

Service

5.0

The service was unfortunately a mix of slow and somewhat unfriendly, which dampened our experience a bit.

Location

10.0

The hotel is set in a stunning riverside location, providing a perfect escape from the city's hustle and bustle.

Dining

9.0

We enjoyed good food during our stay, especially appreciating the quality of the wine and chocolate offered as part of the special.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities, including the sprawling lawns and play areas, were great for both families and couples.

Jonathan

United States, December 2024

6.6/10

I had a pretty decent stay at this hotel overall, but it did have its ups and downs. The rooms were well maintained and clean, which I truly appreciated. The breakfast buffet was impressive with a variety of choices. However, the dining experience during busy times was chaotic, and the staff didn't seem too engaged or helpful at times. The Wi-Fi connection was a real letdown for me, which made things a bit frustrating.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were well maintained and clean, featuring a spacious walk-in shower with great water pressure.

Service

5.0

The service was hit or miss; while some staff were very friendly, I found that others did not engage much, and there were issues with extra requests for bedding.

Location

Dining

7.0

The breakfast buffet was very good, but dinner service fell short with chaos during busy times and some confusion with drinks.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel has good facilities, but service at the poolside bar could definitely be improved.

Ernie

United States, December 2024

7.6/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel which is just an hour away from Johannesburg. The riverside property is family-friendly and features beautiful lawns. However, the enjoyment was somewhat overshadowed by less-than-stellar service, which felt slow and unfriendly at times.

Rooms

8.0

The inter-leading double rooms were very convenient for our family, clean, and spacious, providing a comfortable stay.

Service

5.0

The service overall was quite slow and unfriendly, definitely not what I expected for a pleasant experience.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, right along the riverbank, making it feel like a true getaway from the city.

Dining

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities are great for families with sprawling lawns and a nice play area for kids.

Bryan

United States, November 2024

9.0/10

I had a fantastic weekend getaway with my wife at this hotel. The service was top-notch, and the staff was always available and courteous. Our room was neat and had a stunning view, though the air conditioning could use some improvements. I definitely recommend this place to friends and family for a relaxing retreat.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and welcoming, with beautiful views, although the air conditioning was a bit disruptive.

Service

10.0

The service was excellent, with attentive and accommodating staff throughout our stay.

Location

Dining

9.0

The breakfast was outstanding, offering a great variety of delicious foods. Just a few more beverage options would have made it perfect.

Facilities

Excellent service

Air conditioning issues

Eddie

United States, October 2024

8.0/10

My weekend at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms are modern and well-maintained, and the food blew me away from breakfast to dinner. I loved the setting by the Vaal River, which made for a beautiful experience. However, there were minor service issues with breakfast that need attention. Overall, it was a wonderful stay that I would happily repeat.

Rooms

9.0

The suite we stayed in was luxurious and very well-maintained, with a comfortable lounge area and king-size bed. The only downside was that it could get quite noisy at times.

Service

7.0

The service was mostly great, but I did have a few hiccups, especially during breakfast when the wait staff didn't inform me when my food was ready. However, the restaurant staff, particularly our waiter Bheki, were consistently friendly and attentive.

Location

8.0

The hotel is beautifully situated right next to the Vaal River, surrounded by lush gardens. Although the area is lovely, a few safety issues with potholes need addressing.

Dining

9.0

The food was absolutely out of this world! Every meal I had was delicious, though I found breakfast to be a bit lacking in immediate service.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were great overall, including a nice pool area close to the river. However, the gym equipment was not functioning well during my stay.