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The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel with 3 restaurants

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Lobby
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Golf
Casino
Superior Luxury Room

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Bar

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Map
Sun City Resort, Moses Kotane, North West, 0316
  • The Valley of Waves
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Sun City Casino
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Waterworld
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Luxury Pool Facing Room

Superior Luxury Pool Facing Room

  • 51 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Luxury Room

Superior Luxury Room

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | Living area

Junior Suite

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Luxury Family Room

Superior Luxury Family Room

  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

  • 88 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Twin Room

Luxury Twin Room

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Moses Kotane

In Moses Kotane .You'll find The Valley of Waves and The Gary Player Golf Course within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Sun City Casino and Steam Train Rides Stimela are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • The Valley of Waves - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Steam Train Rides Stimela - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • The Gary Player Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Sun City Casino - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Waterworld - 7 min drive - 2.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Acacia Terrace Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Crystal Court - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ocean Basket - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Shebeen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Steers - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

Family-friendly 5-star hotel with 3 restaurants
The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort offers its guests a full-service spa, a golf course, and a complimentary water park. There are 3 restaurants and 3 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A casino, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool are also featured at the luxury The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Moses Kotane hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 335 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 coffee shops
  • Meeting rooms
  • Casino
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort offers 335 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The Royal Salon has massage/treatment rooms, couples treatment room(s), and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa, Zulu

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
  • Waterslide

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free casino shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • 51 gaming tables
  • 700 slot machines
  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Casino
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Lazy river
  • Mini golf
  • Motor boating
  • Mountain biking
  • Nightclub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parasailing
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Safari
  • Sauna
  • Segway rentals/tours
  • Shopping
  • Steam room
  • Water skiing
  • Waterslide
  • Ziplining

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
This property provides roundtrip airport shuttle service from Pilanesberg International Airport (NYT) only.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from May 15 to June 23:
  • Water park

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and Union Pay. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 1977/071333/06

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times and massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

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The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 372 out of 618 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 618 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 618 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 618 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 618 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed at the Palace after watching the movie Blended. Did not disappoint!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

John

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andre

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a phenomenal time, staff were super friendly, service was great! The extra steps they take to take your experience from great to amazing are at every turn. Just an overall great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing and everyone was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heinrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastically beautiful place with tons to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good food and the staff was perfect. Thank you for all you did for us
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel we've ever stayed in, this is our third time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zukiswa, Kigali

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent hotel with nice rooms, grounds and food. The only minor downsides were queues at reception and concierge and delays in getting tea and coffee served at breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Basil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel setting was spectacular, and the service was exceptional. Our room was exceptionally quiet. Just exploring the hotel grounds was a mini-adventure! The only area for improvement was in a few of the meals (steak over-cooked, service occasionally slow at Tusk's bar).
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

paula

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

Hotel is nice but breakfast terrible

The hotel is nice enough with good surroundings and plenty to do. However the service in the breakfast room was severely lacking. Cold food, rude staff and no one seems to care at all. Very disappointing breakfasts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan Mateus

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

10/10 Excellent

King

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our third trip to The Palace and it was just perfect. Our friends that came along were South African and they had low expectations until we arrived. Their mind was quickly changed after the first day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
5 star hotel with 3 star service.The hotel and the facilities were excellent however the service was very poor on a number of occasions. We also had some issues with the room that weren’t resolved despite raising them a number of times and service in the bars and restaurants was so slow and not very professional. Loved the palace itself and the food was very good but the service was a real let down.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dilyara

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

African Paradise

Our stay was very comfortable. We enjoyed excellent breakfast and beautiful environment.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roland, Lilongwe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had stayed in the Palace Hotel 8 years ago and it was fantastic. This trip was a little disappointing because the standards have dropped somewhat. The tents at the pool were torn, one had a missing roof, some fountains and waterfalls did not work. Tlsime ponds were green with algae and water stank in places. The jungle between the palace and valley of waves was messy. However people were very friendly and well trained, breakfast buffet must be one of the best in the world. The palace is a remarkable and unique building, just a pity that standards have slipped a bit. Having said that i would go back again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene

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

Phenomenal Palce

The Palace EXCEEDED all of my Expectations! This place is extraordinary...it is magical! The service provided by the manager, Francois, Gemolemo at the Front Desk, Seipati, Concierge, and Anna, Housekeeping was second to none! They all went above and beyond to make my stay truly magnificent! The Palace and my stay were Phenomenal!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johannes de

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

HERVE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Definitely NOT what to expect in a 5 Star hotel

A broken door mechanism should have been replaced - particularly in a room of this category. No turn-down service. Otherwise room is OK. The restaurant "the grill" was most disappointing, with two dishes not available and service either painstakingly slow or no service at all. The evening ended in a "Spur" manner with a little crowd deafeningly screaming "happy birthday" to some guests, in absolute oblivion of the tranquillity of the others. Definitely NOT what you would expect in a 5 Star hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karel

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

The Palace of the Lost City is a feast for the eye

My wife and I would like to praise several members of staff: Itumeleng from Room Service - what a nice and efficient man! Then Maddeleine, Betty, Josephine and Beauty from the Main Restaurant, where we had our 3 breakfasts and 1 dinner The Palace is an incredibly beautiful place - we just admired the decorations (African annimals as statues at the front as well as inside, floor mosaics, the structure of the Palace you see on arrival and on the passage from the lobby to bedrooms
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024