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Emerald Resort & Casino

4.0 star property
Upscale hotel with 5 restaurants and full-service spa

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Exterior
In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, bed sheets
5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Reception
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • BarBarBar
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service

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777 Frikkie Meyer Boulevard, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1911
  • Popular LocationEmerald Resort & Casino2 min walk
  • Popular LocationVaal University of Technology7 min drive
  • Popular LocationStonehaven on Vaal8 min drive
  • AirportJohannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)71 min drive

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

2 Bedroom Lodge

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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

1 Bedroom Lodge

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Deluxe 2 bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Superior Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe 1 Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe interleading 2 Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Living area

Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Interleading 1 Bedroom Chalet

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Deluxe Family Chalet

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Hotel Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Twin Guest Room

9/10 Wonderful
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Guest Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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

Hotel Family room

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

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Living area

Deluxe Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Vanderbijlpark

Emerald Resort & Casino places you next to Emerald Resort & Casino and within a 10-minute walk of Aquadome. This 78-room, 4-star hotel has a full-service spa, a casino, and a water park.

What's nearby

  • Emerald Resort & Casino - 2 min walk
  • Aquadome - 10 min walk
  • Vaal University of Technology - 7 min drive
  • Stonehaven on Vaal - 8 min drive
  • Vaal Mall - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • The preferred airport is O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB): 72-min drive, 56.9 mi/91.5 km.

Restaurants

  • ‪M-cafe vanderbijlpark - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Silverado Spur Steak Ranch - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kapitos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Horse And River - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Pukka Indian Cuisine - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Emerald Resort & Casino

Upscale hotel with 5 restaurants and full-service spa
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 dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this spa hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a conference center.
Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include safes and desks.
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.

Languages

English

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 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
  • Kayaking
  • Mini golf
  • Motor boating
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • 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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

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
  • 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:

  • 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. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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.
  • There are no elevators.

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 Hotel
Emerald Safari Hotel Vanderbijlpark
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 Jun 16, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Emerald Resort & Casino on Jun 17, 2024 start from $45.49, excluding 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.

Will I be able to park 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 hot stone massages, deep-tissue 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.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Emerald Resort & Casino?

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

Does Emerald Resort & Casino have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

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.

Are there connecting rooms at Emerald Resort & Casino?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony 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

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 194 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 194 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 194 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 194 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 194 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keeran

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Amazing stay. Great facilities. Super friendly and efficient staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Thrishen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Chandra

Traveled with group
Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Portia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
It was an amazing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALEXIA

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Keagan

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Eugene

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tumelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024