Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel, Johannesburg ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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Shaft 14 Northern Parkway, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2159

Great

8.7

/10

3.9

4.3

“Staying at the Theme Park Hotel in Gold Reef City was fantastic, as we could easily stroll to the Apartheid Museum and enjoy the excitement of the theme park right at our doorstep.”view full review

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel features family-friendly accommodation with free access to Africa's largest theme park. This 4-star Johannesburg hotel provides amenities such as an outdoor swimming pool, a casino, and a bar. Located near the Apartheid Museum and FNB Stadium, it offers easy connectivity to local attractions.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel are air-conditioned and include a flat-screen TV, a desk, safety deposit box, and private bathroom with a shower. Options range from Standard, Deluxe, and Executive Rooms to spacious Suites designed for families. Each accommodation type offers free Wi-Fi and features stylish furnishings.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options at Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel include Barney's Restaurant, which offers a buffet breakfast and light meals, along with a bar for refreshments. Additionally, several franchise restaurants are available within the adjacent theme park. Guests can enjoy diverse culinary experiences with family-friendly menus.

Leisure & Business

Leisure facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, access to Gold Reef City Theme Park, and the onsite casino offering entertainment for all ages. The hotel caters also to corporate travelers with conference facilities accommodating up to 200 delegates and a range of event planning services.

Location & Transport

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel offers convenient transport options with paid airport shuttle services and proximity to local bus stations. Notable attractions nearby include the Apartheid Museum, FNB Stadium, and Soweto Tours. The hotel's location is suitable both for leisure activities and business engagements.

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Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Suite

2 persons

485 sq. feet

2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed

Shower

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Standard Twin Room

2 persons

270 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Double Room Disability Access

2 persons

270 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Suite

2 persons

485 sq. feet

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower

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Facilities

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast Delight!

“The breakfast at Barney's was a highlight of our stay, with freshly cooked eggs and a lovely variety of options that left us feeling satisfied every morning.” view full review

Luxurious Comfort!

“Our room was nothing short of stunning, featuring a perfect blend of luxury and cleanliness that made our stay incredibly comfortable.” view full review

Fun for Kids!

“We absolutely loved the complimentary passes to the theme park, which provided my daughter and I with endless entertainment throughout our stay!” view full review

Evening Entertainment!

“The evening entertainment at the casino was a fantastic addition to our stay, providing fun and relaxation after a day of exploring.” view full review

Facilities: Great

8.8/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Bowling
Golf course
Billiard tables

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

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

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Children's play area
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Casino
Entertainment
Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel Location

Shaft 14 Northern Parkway, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2159

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Shaft 14 Northern Parkway, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2159

City landmarks

Museum

Apartheid Museum

2200 ft

Landmark

South Western Townships

1.3 mi

Stadium

FNB Stadium

1.8 mi

Mall

Oriental Plaza

2.4 mi

Square

Gandhi Square

2.9 mi

Museum

Sci-Bono Discovery Centre

2.6 mi

Landmark

SAB World of Beer

2.6 mi

Mall

Carlton Centre

3.1 mi

Museum

James Hall Transport Museum

2.6 mi

Museum

Museum Africa

2.7 mi

Museum

Workers Museum

2.7 mi

Landmark

St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church

2.3 mi

Landmark

Calgro M3 Memorial Parks

2.4 mi

Square

Mary Fitzgerald Square

2.7 mi

Gallery

Standard Bank Gallery

2.6 mi

Landmark

Bag Factory Artist Studios

2.5 mi

Museum

Origins Centre

3.2 mi

Landmark

Standard Bank Ferreira Mine Stope

2.6 mi

Landmark

The Rand Club

2.8 mi

Landmark

Mining District

2.6 mi

Bridge

Nelson Mandela Bridge

3.1 mi

Landmark

11 Diagonal Street

2.7 mi

Theme Park

Santarama Miniland

2.7 mi

Landmark

Wemmer Pan

3.0 mi

Landmark

Museum Photography

2.7 mi

Market

Joziburg Lane

2.8 mi

Landmark

Diagonal Street

2.7 mi

Nearby

Casino

Gold Reef City

900 ft

Casino

Gold Reef City Casino

1400 ft

Ormonde 99-Ir

Tower of Terror

2000 ft

Restaurants

Panarottis Express Gold Reef City

1600 ft

Corner of Northern Park Way & Data Crescent Town Square

Calisto's Portuguese Restaurant

1800 ft

Gold Reef City Casino Northern Parkway and Data Crescent

Boston BBQ

3800 ft

Northern Parkway Gold Reef City Casino

Getting around

City Centre

Johannesburg3 min · 700 ft

Airports

Johannesburg (QRA)33 min · 13.5 mi

O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)44 min · 17.9 mi

Train

Fordsburg7 min · 2.6 mi

Ellis Park Railway Station10 min · 4.0 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

from 06:00-11:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

No internet access available.

Breakfast

The hotel Gold Reef City Theme Park serves a full breakfast for free.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Former name

Protea Hotel Johannesburg/Southern Sun Gold Reef City Hotel

Reviews and Ratings

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Review score

Based on 292 verified reviews

8.4/10

Great

85%

Recommend

Breakfast

7.9/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Comfort

9.0/10

Facilities

8.8/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.1/10

Location

9.1/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.3/10

Staff

8.9/10

Value for money

8.5/10

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