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The Blades

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Executive Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Executive Double or Twin Room | Terrace/patio
Reception
Aerial view
Luxury Room | View from room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Plot 75 Zeekoegat, Kameeldrift Road, Kameeldrift East, Roodeplaat, Gauteng, 2060
  • Place, Roodeplaat Dam Nature Reserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Mall of Africa
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Lion & Safari Park
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Double or Twin Room | Terrace/patio

Executive Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Roodeplaat

Located 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Sandonia Golf Club, The Blades is within a 15-minute drive of Roodeplaat Dam. This 46-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Roodeplaat Dam Nature Reserve - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • Time Square Casino - 22 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Mall of Africa - 44 min drive - 40.4 miles
  • Lion & Safari Park - 55 min drive - 42.4 miles
  • Hartebeespoort Dam - 59 min drive - 44.7 miles

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Illy Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Exclusive Lounge - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mamelodi West, Pretoria, Gauteng - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min drive

About this property

The Blades

Riverfront hotel with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
Guests of The Blades enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include a business center, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, sitting areas, and coffee makers are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Club House

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-11 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • 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

Blades House Pretoria
Blades Pretoria
Blades Hotel Pretoria
Blades Hotel Roodeplaat
Blades Roodeplaat
The Blades Hotel
The Blades Roodeplaat
The Blades Hotel Roodeplaat

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Blades?

The Blades offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do near The Blades?

This hotel is located in Roodeplaat, close to Roodeplaat Dam, Kolonnade Shopping Centre, and Sandonia Golf Club. You'll also find Buffelsdrift nearby.

Is there parking available at The Blades?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Blades include a casino at the property?

No, The Blades doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Blades?

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

What do couples enjoy most about The Blades?

This riverfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Does The Blades have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Blades have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Blades serves free full breakfasts at The Club House each morning.

Does The Blades allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Blades though service animals are welcome.

Does The Blades have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Blades?

Yes, every guestroom at The Blades comes with a balcony with some featuring river or pool views.

Does The Blades host weddings?

There are wedding services available at The Blades if that's in your vacation plans.