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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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk
Luxury Room | View from room
Aerial view
Reception
Executive Double or Twin Room | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

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Plot 75 Zeekoegat, Kameeldrift Road, Kameeldrift East, Roodeplaat, Gauteng, 2060
  • Pretoria National Botanical Garden
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • University of Pretoria
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Loftus Versfeld Stadium
    ‪23 min drive‬

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Room options

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Luxury Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Luxury Room

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

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

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

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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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Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

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

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About the neighborhood

Roodeplaat

The Blades places you within a 15-minute drive of Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve and 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 - 13 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Pretoria National Botanical Garden - 19 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • University of Pretoria - 21 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Time Square Casino - 22 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Loftus Versfeld Stadium - 23 min drive - 15.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Mamelodi West, Pretoria, Gauteng - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Illy Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬17 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, concierge services, 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.

Languages

English

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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

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 Kolonnade Shopping Centre, Roodeplaat Dam, and Buffelsdrift.

Is parking available on site 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.

Is The Blades a good place to stay for couples?

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, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at The Blades?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony 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.

The Blades Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 41 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for 5 nights. Was pleasant. Staff were very polite & the food was great. I would recommend staying at the Blades. Thanks to the team. Special shout out to the security lady at the gate, great energy & always smiling.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niva

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

Stay at the Blades

We enjoyed your stay very much. Where so glad that there were no loadshedding
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Moripp

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Portia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

Thandeka

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

2/10 Terrible

Davin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not what is advertised

Absolutely not what is advertised. Waiters service excellent. Food not bad. We were refunded. Conditions of room is dirty and their were holes in bedding. Old candle with burnt matches lying in the room. The buildings are tired. You may not use the lawn by the river unless a picnic is booked. Bedding not premium. It has so much potential but if not seriously upgraded like broken chairs and hotel carpet in reception filthy it wont be open foe long.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louwrens

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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very clean, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

8/10 Good

Mamontsheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was pleasant. I also loved the environment & the scenery.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay relaxed atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Christopher

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

Room for improvement

In all we had a pleasant stay. Lovely setting and staff. Room size was disappointing as I had a different impression from the website booking (photos and price paid).
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Yvonne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A lovely weekend getaway from Johannesburg, only 50 minutes! The view from the rooms was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The most amazing place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such great service and location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Eddette

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

Beautiful as always - but now also noisy

We have always stayed at The Blades when we visit Pretoria. This has been once a year for the past 3 years. The main reasons we loved to stay there was the peace and quiet and it’s riverside location with beautiful river views. Our room is always spacious and the bed amazing and comfortable. In the past, they included small things like bath salt and candles, which they stopped doing for our recent visit. The breakfast selection is extensive. A few points of note: they recently built an extremely noisy farm / machine on the hillside directly behind the main building. This is a huge distraction and the only thing you hear after 9am Mondays to Saturdays. It’s a shame The Blades could not prevent this from happening as the peace and quiet is now completely gone. , which was one of it’s main attractions. Other than that, the service is always great and all staff extremely helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Thanusha

average

They did not inform us that the Spa was closed and that was what we were looking forward to. There were a lot of insects so your room windows and doors had to be closed at all times, and sitting on the balcony was not possible with the amount of flies and insects. Also whilst eating there were numerous flies around. There is not much to do, especially with the Spa being closed. We had to travel out to another hotel to use their Spa facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019