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Emerald Resort & Casino

4.0 star property

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Children's play area - indoor
5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Exterior
9 bars/lounges
Superior Bush Lodge | Indoor spa tub

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available

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777 Frikkie Meyer Boulevard, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911
  • Place, Aquadome
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Emerald Resort & Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Stonehaven on Vaal
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Apartment Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Apartment Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Wheelchair Accessible Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Wheelchair Accessible Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suites | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Suites

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Lodges

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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2 Bedroom Bush Lodge | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Bush Lodge

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Superior Bush Lodge

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

1 Bedroom Chalet

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

2 Bedroom Chalet

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets

Wheelchair Accessible Chalet

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Vanderbijlpark

Emerald Resort & Casino places you next to Emerald Resort & Casino and Aquadome. This 78-room, 4-star hotel has a full-service spa, a casino, and a water park.

What's nearby

  • Aquadome - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Emerald Resort & Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Vaal University of Technology - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • North-West University Vaal Triangle Campus - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Stonehaven on Vaal - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gas Monkey - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Silverado Spur Steak Ranch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Horse & River - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Mimmos - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Emerald Resort & Casino

Emerald Resort & Casino features a full-service spa, a casino, and a water park. There's free parking, as well as an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a conference center.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find LCD TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes are also standard.
Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of a water park (surcharge). In addition to a seasonal outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna.

Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 120 for children
  • 5 restaurants
  • 9 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Breeze Restaurant
  • Chop Chop Wok
  • High Stakes Restaurant
  • Sports Bar
  • Wimpy

Things to do

  • 22 gaming tables
  • 430 slot machines
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Bowling alley
  • Casino
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Mini golf
  • Motor boating
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Rock climbing
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball
  • Water park
  • Water skiing
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Water park (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: ZAR 500.00 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 200 for adults and ZAR 120 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available on request), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

EMERALD SAFARI RESORT & CASINO Vanderbijlpark
Emerald Resort Casino Vanderbijlpark
Emerald Resort Casino
Emerald Casino Vanderbijlpark
Emerald Safari Hotel Vanderbijlpark
Emerald Resort Casino
Emerald Resort & Casino Hotel
Emerald Resort & Casino Vanderbijlpark
Emerald Resort & Casino Hotel Vanderbijlpark

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Emerald Resort & Casino?

Emerald Resort & Casino provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Emerald Resort & Casino?

As of May 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Emerald Resort & Casino on May 17, 2026 start from $62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around Emerald Resort & Casino?

This hotel is located in Vanderbijlpark and just steps from Emerald Resort & Casino and Aquadome. You'll also find Stonehaven on Vaal and Vaal Mall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Emerald Resort & Casino?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Free RV/bus/truck parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Emerald Resort & Casino?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and couples treatments. The spa is not open daily but only on select days.

Does Emerald Resort & Casino feature a casino?

Yes, Emerald Resort & Casino has a casino and it includes 22 gaming tables, 430 slot machines, and a VIP room.

Is there an indoor pool at Emerald Resort & Casino?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Emerald Resort & Casino a good place to stay for couples?

This riverfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including a garden-view restaurant, an outdoor pool, and 9 bars/lounges.

Does Emerald Resort & Casino have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does Emerald Resort & Casino have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Emerald Resort & Casino has 5 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Emerald Resort & Casino allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Emerald Resort & Casino though service animals are welcome.

Does Emerald Resort & Casino have connecting rooms available?

Yes, you can book connecting rooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Are there rooms with balconies at Emerald Resort & Casino?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Emerald Resort & Casino.

Does Emerald Resort & Casino offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Emerald Resort & Casino.

Emerald Resort & Casino Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 231 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Liezl

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Liezl

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Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Gerhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is a mixed review from me. We have been treated extremely well. We were in one of the bush lodges. At R3000 per night, one can surely expect an excellent property in excellent condition. This is not the case. The house was spacious and cleaned daily, and the pots, cutlery etc. were in excellent condition, but the furniture... just the complete opposite. In desperate need of an update. The bed was very comfortable, but the shower had mould in it. The tap in the kitchen, not working properly. Lamp in sitting room falling apart. Curtains need to be fixed. Duvets in spare room need replacing. Table outside falling apart. Not good enough for a top rated facility.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect and clean. They had a bit of a problem with the door. Not locking. But sorted it out instantly. Very friendly staff. My husband & I had the wheelchair room. Was perfect. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ockert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel served all my requirements
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was good but just mosquitos at night.Maybe this time of the year.Overall the chalets were good but aircondition wasnt working in chale no.61.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elzabe

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff at Bush lodges, not so much at the casino, service for drinks at the bar- waited very, very long for service and left to the prive. Food in the prive waited very long for "toasted cheese and tomato", almost an hour. Did not make use of breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was cleaned daily by friendly staff. Facilities were great too
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaobidiwe Merriam

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent service

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Morena

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ockert

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed my privateness and the stay, the speedbumps is a bit of a pain
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rudo Thrish

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was fine and the lady by the reception who is well curved ,dark in complexion she is to keep ,lovely person and the guy who helped us with moving from another house after we noticed few things needed to be sorted and we got anofher in few minutes Thanks to the team
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Your front desk staff is badly trained and dont have a clue what is going on in the hotel booking system. This includes your front desk manager as even she did not know which rooms are available and which is not. the excuse was. We dont know which rooms are cancelled and which are not. That tells me they dont have access or they dont care or they dont want to do the effort. So I was told the hotel is fully booked. Then when I showed them on line it is not and that I can book a room, then all of a sudden there was a room available
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reginald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Topi

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sibonakaliso

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The money is expensive for sleeping only.....if they were breakfast and other entertainment then would've understand
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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