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Emerald Resort & Casino

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel in Vanderbijlpark with 5 restaurants and 9 bars/lounges

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Children’s play area – indoor
9 bars/lounges
Exterior
9 bars/lounges
Indoor spa tub
Nestled by the river, Emerald Resort & Casino offers a treasure trove of fun activities like water skiing and rock climbing. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa experience with hot stone massages and facials. Kids will love mini golf while you enjoy the daily manager's reception on the terrace.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Casino
  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Casino
  • 5 restaurants and 9 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water park
  • Breakfast available
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

For families (6)

  • Playground on site
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Premium TV channels

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Superior Bush Lodge

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
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Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Bedroom Bush Lodge

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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
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2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment Room

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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Bedroom Chalet

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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 Bedroom Chalet

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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

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Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Suites

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Wheelchair Accessible Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Wheelchair Accessible Chalet

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
777 Frikkie Meyer Boulevard, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911

What's nearby

  • Emerald Resort & Casino - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Aquadome - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Vaal University of Technology - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Stonehaven on Vaal - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Vaal Mall - 8 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 72 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free casino shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Gas Monkey Pub and Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stonehaven on Vaal - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Giramundo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Horse And River - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Emerald Resort & Casino

Try your luck at the casino when you stay at Emerald Resort & Casino in Vanderbijlpark. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, facials, or body scrubs, and High Stakes Restaurant, one of 5 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights include 9 bars/lounges, a water park, and an outdoor pool.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 78 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured on-site self-parking
    • Free on-site motorhome/coach/lorry parking
    • On-site extended parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available on request)*
DONE

Off-site

    • Shopping centre shuttle*
    • Free casino shuttle
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • 5 restaurants
  • 9 bars/lounges
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Water park access (surcharge)
  • Mini golf
  • Bowling alley
  • Playground
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Volleyball
  • Bowling alley
  • Mini golf
  • Mountain biking
  • Safari
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Rock climbing
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Boat tours
  • Motor boating
  • Personal watercraft (motorized)
  • Water skiing
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Access to nearby health club
  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Water park access (surcharge)
  • Arcade/game room
  • Casino
  • Full-service spa
  • 22 casino gaming tables
  • 430 casino slot machines
  • Casino VIP room
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • High pile carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna. The spa is open select days.

Dining

High Stakes Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only.
Breeze Restaurant - Overlooking the garden, this family restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Sports Bar - This theme restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Wimpy - This family restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Chop Chop Wok - This restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 500.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 120 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of ZAR 0 per person, per night (or guests may bring their own)

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from July 25 to August 5:
  • Water park

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

EMERALD SAFARI RESORT & CASINO Vanderbijlpark
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Frequently asked questions

Does Emerald Resort & Casino offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Emerald Resort & Casino does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Emerald Resort & Casino?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Emerald Resort & Casino?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Emerald Resort & Casino?

Yes, there's free self parking. Free RV/bus/truck parking is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Emerald Resort & Casino?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Emerald Resort & Casino?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Emerald Resort & Casino?

Yes, there's a casino, featuring 430 slot machines and 22 gaming tables.

What is there to do at Emerald Resort & Casino and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, mountain biking, and water skiing. Additional recreation onsite includes bowling, volleyball, and game viewing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Emerald Resort & Casino also has 9 bars, a casino, and a waterslide, as well as a sauna, a steam room, and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Emerald Resort & Casino?

Yes, there are 5 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Emerald Resort & Casino like?

Emerald Resort & Casino is located by the river, a short 2-minute walk from Emerald Resort & Casino and 10 minutes' walk from Aquadome.

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Emerald Resort & Casino Reviews

Reviews

8,0

Very good

8,2/10

Cleanliness

8,0/10

Staff & service

6,8/10

Amenities

7,6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good value

Good value. Good size rooms, clean and fresh bedding. Good breakfast but dinner service very slow. Lots of activities nearby, nice pool and spa service.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for getaway

Great looking hotel room. Breakfast was great. Only issue was we got twin beds and I booked a queen bed
lehlohonolo, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The money is expensive for sleeping only.....if they were breakfast and other entertainment then would've understand
Sibonakaliso, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyable and value for money!

Value for money, spacious, neat and clean. Always enjoy the stay as it is situated close to all you need.
Elzabe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing

Amazing stay. Great facilities. Super friendly and efficient staff.
Keeran, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Emarald delicious brekky

I really enjoyed the breakfast that we were served, its honestly the one main thing that stood out for me.
Praise, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Excellent

It was an amazing experience.
Portia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was lovely, we had lovely time, the children loved the Aqua Dome, however I feel that entry fee for residents should be exempt and not pay for the Aqua Dome, the animal farm was very nice. The Place overall is very nice. The receptionist Fifi was very very helpful. All the staff are respectful and very helpful, the come and clean everyday, which is a nice break for us when on holiday
Avril, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pl

It was the best my kids loved everything
Pumza, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful

The place waz clean and relaxing. Rooms spacious. There were ample plates etc,which was impressive. The stove worked well. Staff was welcoming and there was a shop on site
Adrineth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything is beautiful. I liked the welcoming and how they called to check if everything is fine
Adrineth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience 10/10

The staff were really Helpful especially Kele who assisted me in switching rooms. It’s rare to have get service of such a high standard these days. Staff are highly professional and very friendly ensuring a pleasant experience all round. 10/10 I would definitely recommend staying at emerald hotel
Frank, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Other than a so-so shower, absolutely fantastic!

Fantastic stay. Highly recommended, especially for the price. Only thing is the shower is one of these where you can't close it all the way, so the bathroom floor tends to get wet, and the taps are a bit finicky. The shower head is also not great. But other than the shower, really nice, neat, comfortable little chalet, with air con, tv, braai, full kitchen ,wi-fi, and enough to do to keep the family busy for a good 3 nights.
Fabricio, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Renovation

The room was clean, but its been used to the extent that it need renovation
mark jansen van vuren, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Disgusting state of the Chalet's in the resort.

The Chalet was in a poor state. The lounge furniture was dirty, kitchen cabinets broken, curtains were torn on the rails. Overall state was that of a building that the owner was neglected. Cant believe they expect someone to pay and stay in a Chalet!!
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Reconnect with nature

I understand that those are old designed chalets, but they need to be kept in good condition. The interior infrastructure seem to be dilapidated and not taken care of. The sheets are clean but not up to the standard I had expected for such a place. Be that as it may, I enjoyed my stay and it allowed me to reconnect with the nature.
Major, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved it

What a wonderful experience! Would highly recommend. Staff at the Hotel were amazingly friendly and professional. From Reception to room service to breakfast staff just outstanding!! The Auqua Dome was VERY disappointing. The staff open when they want to. Literally an hour after the board signs says and online times. The only slide is not always open as the life guard wants to chat to his friends so closes and opens at random. If you ask him to use the slide he will tell you in 20 minutes.
ALEXIA, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Loads of potential

I would say the hotel is satisfactory and in definite need of an upgrade. The bedding and bed were awesome but the walls, decor, furniture all need updating. The aircon is loud and noisy and the hotel should perhaps in solar etc. as the aircon does not work when there is load shedding. A lot of the TV channels did not have sound, and the shower door did not close. I think for the price you pay, you can expect more. Thanks
Thrishen, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Emerald Resort Units need a few more basic items

The accommodation should atleast cater for a place to hang wet washing since the Aquadome is one of the main features Also just basic items in the unit, there is no broom or mop so after housekeeping cleans if the place gets dirty, you dont have anything to clean up with. Water from shower comes out right till the kitchen floor and nothing available to mop it
Raeesa, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Reginald, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Elizabeth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Abdul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Reginald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Topi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dean, 1-night trip