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Riverside Sun

Cnr. Wenning and Emfuleni Drive Vanderbijlpark, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa, 1900
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About us

The Riverside Sun, is situated on the banks of the Vaal River. Located a few kilometres away from Vanderbijlpark, the resort is only 40 minutes drive from Johannesburg. The hotel is an ideal destination for both business and relaxation purposes. Both the hotel and Riverview restaurant look out onto lush landscaped gardens sloping down to the Vaal River. An attractive pool deck provides the perfect venue for outdoor dining and is a popular weekend attraction. Guests are spoilt for choice with unrivalled sporting and leisure activities, including sundowner cruises on the Vaal River. Riverside Sun is a wonderful venue for weddings and can host intimate as well as more formal weddings. The accent at Riverside Sun is on comfort and friendly, efficient service. The staff extend a warm welcome from a tranquil and relaxing environment.

Venue Details

ChainSouthern Sun
BrandSouthern Sun Resorts
Built1974
Renovated2015
Total meeting space9,160 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms169
Venue typeHotel

Industry Ratings

Tourism Grading Council of South Africa(TGCSA)
Northstar

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
Facilities
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service
  • Wheelchair accessible
Business services
  • AV capabilities
  • Business center
Recreational activities
  • Outdoor pool

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
9,160 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,993.4 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
11
Second largest room
1,614.6 sq. ft.
Standing capacity
400
Seating capacity
500
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Ball Room
3,993.4 sq. ft.
-
500
-
300
500
300
-
Kite
678.1 sq. ft.
-
40
25
30
40
30
20
KIngfisher
|
1,054.9 sq. ft.
-
50
25
30
40
50
20
Darter
731.9 sq. ft.
-
50
30
25
50
30
15
Weaver
678.1 sq. ft.
-
40
25
30
40
30
20
Bishop
731.9 sq. ft.
-
50
30
25
50
30
15
Syndicate Rooms
430.6 sq. ft.
-
20
10
12
20
12
-
Heron
1,614.6 sq. ft.
-
150
60
65
150
60
50
Sunbird
1,614.6 sq. ft.
-
150
60
65
150
60
50

Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
169
Single (1 bed)
64
Single (1 bed) rate
ZAR 1,495.00 - ZAR 1,695.00
Double (2 beds)
105
Double (2 beds) rate
ZAR 1,695.00 - ZAR 1,995.00
Suites
4
Tax rate
15%
Occupancy rate
80%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 55.92 mi
Parking in the area
Complimentary parking
Valet parking
Bus parking

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Bloufontein Wildlife Park
Bloufontein Wildlife Park
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Bloufontein Wildlife Park hosts guided tours for the public every Saturday & Sunday! These tours last roughly 1,5-2 hours as our guides take guests on. Phone: 069 216 2443
Cnr View Ave &, Kort St,
Rothdene, ZA 1911

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Riverside Sun Frequently Asked Questions

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Riverside Sun's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
No response.
Does Riverside Sun have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
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Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Riverside Sun and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Riverside Sun's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Riverside Sun developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
No response.
Does Riverside Sun clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
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