The Palace of the Lost City

Sun City, South Africa

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Plume Restaurant, The Palace of the Lost City, Sun City, Johannesberg, South Africa
The Grill
Crystal Court Restaurant
Valley of Waves Water Park
Junior Suite
The Crystal Court at Palace of the Lost City
Lost City Golf Course
Palace of the Lost City
Balcony King Suite, The Palace of the Lost City, Sun City, South Africa
Tusk Bar
Royal Baths
Golf Course
Valley of Waves Water Park
Plume Restaurant, The Palace of the Lost City, Sun City, Johannesberg, South Africa
The Grill
Crystal Court Restaurant
Valley of Waves Water Park
Junior Suite
The Crystal Court at Palace of the Lost City
Lost City Golf Course
Palace of the Lost City
Balcony King Suite, The Palace of the Lost City, Sun City, South Africa
Tusk Bar
Royal Baths
Golf Course
Valley of Waves Water Park

The hotel

One of South Africa’s most sumptuous hotels, The Palace, a member of Sun International’s Sunlux Collection, was based on the idea of a lost African Palace. The Lost City surrounds the Palace - a world of jungles, streams, waterfalls and swimming pools. Each of the luxuriously appointed rooms are fitted with individually crafted furniture. Valley of Waves, one of the most advanced water parks in the world, stands as a central feature of the hotel and will provide endless fun for water lovers. There are also two golf courses designed by acclaimed designer Gary Player that will provide added enjoyment for lovers of the sport.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Theme Parks
  • Kids Club
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Internet Access
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Restaurant

Where is it

Next to Pilanesberg National Park for 'Big Five' safari game-driving in a malaria-free zone. Transfer time from Johannesburg Airport: 3 hours.

Hotel information

335 rooms, including suites, in 4 wings with lifts. Each room and suite offers royal hospitality with wonderful views over water or jungle and all benefit from a personal touch. All with air-conditioning, TV, mini-bar*, butler station on request, safe and hairdryer. Luxury Rooms have mountain views and twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Superior Luxury Rooms are more spacious with views of the gardens or swimming pool and have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Superior Luxury Family Rooms are ideal for families with 1 king-size bed and a sofa bed in the lounge area sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Superior Luxury Pool Facing Rooms have the same facilities as above but with a pool view, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Junior Suites are very spacious with a separate relaxing lounge area complete with sofa bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Superior Suites are located on the ground floor overlooking the pool or on the upper floor overlooking the Lost City Golf Course with 1 king-size bed and an open-plan lounge and dining area, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

5 restaurants; The Crystal Court, Plume (fine dining), Restaurant and The Grill Room (fine dining), The Palace Pool Deck and Tusk Bar and Lounge. 2 bars: Pool Bar and Tusk Bar & Lounge. Swimming pools. Sauna, health club* and gym with steam room. 2 golf courses* (bookings necessary). Water sports*. Tennis. Segway, Zip Slide, Quad-biking and many more activities. Valley of Waves water park. Both morning and sunset game drives* available in the neighbouring malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park. 'Kamp Kwena' kids' club*. Shops. 24-hour room service*. Complimentary WiFi.

3 nights between 24 Dec-2 Jan.

 * Denotes local charge.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A beautiful “mythical” destination hotel.

Jul 16, 2019 stephnea2013 Shaka's Rock, South Africa

The Palace of the Lost City remains one of the most beautiful fantasy hotels in the world. Every corner, every ceiling and every nook and cranny has a “wow” moment. Sol Kerzner and his team had incredible vision building and decorating this amazing hotel. We stayed in a suite which over looked part of the golf course and part of the reserve area… Read more
The Palace of the Lost City remains one of the most beautiful fantasy hotels in the world. Every corner, every ceiling and every nook and cranny has a “wow” moment. Sol Kerzner and his team had incredible vision building and decorating this amazing hotel. We stayed in a suite which over looked part of the golf course and part of the reserve area and were lucky enough to see elephants on the hill from our room! Well worth spending that bit more to stay in a suite. Every bit of the hotel suite room oozes opulence. Huge bathroom with separate toilet and shower, large lounge with coffee maker, TV in both lounge and bedroom, separate guest toilet, and many other facilities are available. The Crystal Room dining area is magnificent, fresh oysters and champagne is the order of the day for breakfast as well as sushi, and every other dish that your heart desires. A visit to The Palace will never be forgotten. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating STANDARDS HAVE DROPPED

Jul 12, 2019 adiSouthAfrica Johannesburg, South Africa

Stayed here many times before, but this time had to move rooms twice as things in the rooms are broken, so in my third room now, holes in cushions, toilets coming away from walls and now tv not working, been waiting an hour to fix, kids getting very bored, very slow service
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing place - will be back

Jul 8, 2019 Erikjuhlmogensen Odense, Denmark

Very nice hotel with large romps, and good interior. Large bathroom with shower and bath and all you can think about for personal use. Many good restaurants to cheese from at very reasonable prices - compared to European standards - unfortunately the main restaurant are only open at evening weekends during winter period, but breakfast is served… Read more
Very nice hotel with large romps, and good interior. Large bathroom with shower and bath and all you can think about for personal use. Many good restaurants to cheese from at very reasonable prices - compared to European standards - unfortunately the main restaurant are only open at evening weekends during winter period, but breakfast is served there every morning. The morning buffet is really a "Study af how to behave" :-) Staff I generally very smiling and helpfull. Really great value for money (Midweek stay) Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lovely surprise

Jul 7, 2019 928charmainep Waterberg

We were wowed, beautiful setting. Arriving, felt like we had arrived, warm greeting from porter staff, receptions check in smooth&efficient. Our room #560 beautifully appointed...what a view. Dinner at The Grill Room, thank you Mary Kate, lovely attention to detail. Breakfast, fabulous selection including great cappuccinos, sparkling wine.… Read more
We were wowed, beautiful setting. Arriving, felt like we had arrived, warm greeting from porter staff, receptions check in smooth&efficient. Our room #560 beautifully appointed...what a view. Dinner at The Grill Room, thank you Mary Kate, lovely attention to detail. Breakfast, fabulous selection including great cappuccinos, sparkling wine. Drinks with friends at the Tusk bar,warm and inviting ,staff were amazing.What a beautiful property, lots of exploring. We look forward to returning soon. Thank you team "Palace". Read less
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Jul 7, 2019 Zb1999

The hotel is very beautiful and clean, we had an amazing experience! All the staff were kind, friendly and helpful especially jacobeth! We enjoyed our stay very much, and would highly recommend the hotel!