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About the Hotel

Shaft 14 Northern Parkway, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2159

“The location near FNB Stadium and the vibrant theme park atmosphere were good.”view full review

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel, a 4-star family-friendly accommodation, offers 75 luxuriously styled rooms with free access to Africa's largest theme park, an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, garden and terrace.

Comfortable Room Options

Rooms at Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and private bathrooms with showers. Options range from Standard Rooms with king or twin beds to Suites with king and two single beds, all equipped with safety deposit boxes, electric kettles, and desks.

Diverse Dining Venues

Barney's Restaurant provides a superb buffet breakfast each morning for hotel guests and theme park visitors. The elegant venue offers lunch with light meals and dinner with an à la carte menu, while Barney's Bar serves an array of beverages in an atmosphere reminiscent of times gone by.

Business and Leisure

Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel features conference facilities accommodating 16 to 200 delegates, complete with digital projectors and standard equipment. Guests can access the casino, enjoy free unlimited Wi-Fi, and utilize the shuttle service between the hotel and entertainment complex.

Central Johannesburg Location

The hotel is positioned 300 metres from the Apartheid Museum and 3 km from FNB Stadium. Located south of Johannesburg, the property is 15 km from Sandton City Mall and 25 km from Tambo International Airport, with paid airport shuttle service available.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Twin Room

2 persons

25 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

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Double Room Disability Access

2 persons

25 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Family Suite

2 persons

45 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

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Standard King Room

2 persons

25 m²

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Johannesburg200 m

Airports

Rand (QRA) 21.7 km

O.R. Tambo International (JNB) 28.8 km

Train

Fordsburg 4.2 km

Ellis Park Railway Station 6.4 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dining Experience

“I had an amazing time dining at Barney's, the hotel restaurant. The food was incredibly tasty, and I particularly recommend trying their cheesecake-it's a must! The outdoor seating adds a lovely touch to the overall dining experience, allowing for a relaxing atmosphere.” view full review

Spacious and Comfortable Rooms

“Upon arrival, I was immediately impressed by how spacious and well-designed my room was. It provided a comfortable retreat after a long day of exploring. The cleanliness of the room made it even more pleasant, making me feel right at home.” view full review

Convenient Shuttle Service

“The guest parking experience was seamless, as we were transported to reception via a convenient shuttle bus. This service took only a few minutes, which made checking in incredibly easy and hassle-free.” view full review

Access to Theme Park Fun

“Having free access to the theme park was an absolute highlight. I loved the thrill of being able to enjoy the rides early in the morning and explore the park at night. The experience added a sense of adventure to my stay that I will never forget.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Bowling
Golf course
Billiard tables

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Children's play area
Game room

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Casino
Entertainment
Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Shaft 14 Northern Parkway, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2159

Map view

Shaft 14 Northern Parkway, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2159

City landmarks

Museum

Apartheid Museum

670 m

Landmark

South Western Townships

2.0 km

Stadium

FNB Stadium

2.9 km

Mall

Oriental Plaza

3.9 km

Square

Gandhi Square

4.6 km

Museum

Sci-Bono Discovery Centre

4.2 km

Landmark

SAB World of Beer

4.2 km

Mall

Carlton Centre

5.0 km

Museum

James Hall Transport Museum

4.3 km

Museum

Museum Africa

4.4 km

Museum

Workers Museum

4.3 km

Landmark

St. Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church

3.8 km

Landmark

Calgro M3 Memorial Parks

3.8 km

Square

Mary Fitzgerald Square

4.3 km

Gallery

Standard Bank Gallery

4.2 km

Landmark

Bag Factory Artist Studios

4.0 km

Museum

Origins Centre

5.2 km

Landmark

Standard Bank Ferreira Mine Stope

4.2 km

Landmark

The Rand Club

4.5 km

Landmark

Mining District

4.2 km

Bridge

Nelson Mandela Bridge

5.0 km

Landmark

11 Diagonal Street

4.4 km

Theme Park

Santarama Miniland

4.3 km

Landmark

Wemmer Pan

4.8 km

Landmark

Museum Photography

4.4 km

Market

Joziburg Lane

4.4 km

Landmark

Diagonal Street

4.4 km

Nearby

Casino

Gold Reef City

260 m

Casino

Gold Reef City Casino

420 m

Ormonde 99-Ir

Tower of Terror

590 m

Restaurants

Panarottis Express Gold Reef City

470 m

Corner of Northern Park Way & Data Crescent Town Square

Calisto's Portuguese Restaurant

540 m

Gold Reef City Casino Northern Parkway and Data Crescent

Boston BBQ

1.1 km

Northern Parkway Gold Reef City Casino

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

Anthony

United States, March 2025

7.2/10

My stay at the Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel was quite the mixed bag. On one hand, the staff were friendly and welcoming, and the location right within the theme park was fantastic for taking breaks during the day. On the other hand, I was disappointed with the cleanliness and service in my room, which negatively impacted our experience on what was meant to be a special weekend celebrating my husband's birthday.

Rooms

5.0

The entertainment room I booked was not cleaned properly, which was disheartening. I also found the lack of a fridge and inadequate tidiness to be frustrating. Additionally, the jacuzzi had a damp smell, suggesting it hadn't been cleaned in quite some time.

Service

5.0

While some staff members were friendly, the lack of room service at night was disappointing. I tried calling to arrange special birthday decorations in advance but struggled to get through, which added to my frustration.

Location

8.0

The location of the hotel is certainly a highlight, as it's right in the theme park, which made it easy to access the rides and attractions. Plus, being near the casino and other restaurants offered additional entertainment options.

Dining

7.0

I enjoyed the breakfast at Barney's, where there was a good variety. However, I did wish there were more halal options available. Overall, the dining experience was pretty solid.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities like cleanliness and stocking of room supplies were lacking. I had to repeatedly ask staff for water and soap, which should have been provided consistently.

Thomas

United States, January 2025

5.6/10

I had a fantastic stay overall at the Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel. The staff were extremely helpful and the breakfast buffet was good. However, I did encounter some issues with the room's maintenance, which detracted a bit from the experience. The hotel's location within the theme park is both a blessing and a curse, as it felt quite isolated at night.

Rooms

6.0

My initial room was disappointing, as I was placed in a back room that didn't match my executive suite request. After switching to a family suite, I found it spacious but plain, with some maintenance issues like broken items. Toilets felt unstable, and I noticed gaps under the doors, which could let insects in.

Service

8.0

The service was excellent with friendly and helpful staff. They quickly addressed my room issues, which I appreciated. However, at times they seemed a bit reluctant during breakfast prep, which could be improved.

Location

6.0

The hotel is right inside the theme park, which is great for easy access to attractions. However, I found it to be quite secluded and dark at night with only one restaurant open, making me feel a little uneasy.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast buffet was extensive and enjoyable, featuring some fun touches like an automatic pancake maker. Dinner, however, was a letdown, especially with the aged steaks that didn't meet expectations.

Facilities

7.0

I appreciated the complimentary access to the theme park, which offered fantastic family attractions. Room service had great options, but the general upkeep of the rooms could use attention.

United States, November 2024

7.0/10

My stay at the Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel was a mixed bag. The location is unbeatable, right inside the theme park, giving easy access to all the rides. However, the room felt dated and had a few maintenance issues, including a broken toilet cistern. The staff were friendly and helpful, but the noise from events outside my room was bothersome late into the night.

Rooms

6.0

The room was clean and comfortable, but a bit dated. I noticed the air conditioning worked well, though the display was hard to see.

Service

6.0

The staff was generally friendly and helpful, especially the shuttle driver. However, I found the service at the restaurant lacking during breakfast, with staff seeming reluctant to maintain cleanliness.

Location

8.0

Being in the middle of the theme park was fantastic for quick access to the rides. It's quite a unique feature compared to other theme park hotels.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast had a good variety and was enjoyable. but the dinner atmosphere at the restaurant felt off and the bread was stale.

Facilities

6.0

Having access to pool and room service was decent. but the pool could use more seating options like sun loungers.

Jeanne

United States, October 2024

7.2/10

I had mixed feelings about my stay. while the theme park was definitely a highlight, the hotel experience itself left a lot to be desired. The check-in process was strange and the room, although comfortable, had its share of issues. The dining experience lacked quality, marred by slow service and some disappointing food items. Overall, it was a decent visit, but not one I'd rush to repeat.

Rooms

6.0

The family suite I stayed in was spacious and had good amenities, though some items like the air conditioning and shower needed fixing during my stay.

Service

5.0

Most of the staff were friendly and helpful, but the overall service experience was inconsistent, especially during check-in and at the restaurant.

Location

5.0

The hotel's location was quiet and somewhat secluded, which felt peaceful. though it became a bit dark and eerie at night.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast had a lovely variety but the overall dining experience was undermined by slow service and my dissatisfaction with some food items.

Facilities

5.0

The availability of room service was a plus, but there were some inconveniences, like having to wait for essentials from the cleaning staff.

James

United States, October 2024

7.2/10

My stay at Gold Reef City Theme Park Hotel had its ups and downs. While the location was fantastic for exploring the park, I ran into several service issues that really put a damper on my experience. On the bright side, the staff were friendly and the food was enjoyable, but overall it fell short of expectations.

Rooms

6.0

The room was pretty clean and comfortable, but I faced issues with service and supplies like water and soap being short.

Service

5.0

I found the service lacking at times, especially with the room being partially cleaned and delays in getting shuttle service.

Location

9.0

Being right inside the theme park was a huge bonus, making it super convenient to enjoy the attractions.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was a highlight with a great variety, though I had a disappointing dinner experience at Barney's.