The Blades Hotel
Plot 75 Zeekoegat, Kameeldrift Road, Pretoria 0035 South Africa
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#15 of 72 hotels in Pretoria
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The Blades Hotel is an exclusive 4 star hotel situated on a 10 hectare expanse of indigenous Bushveld, built on the banks of the Roodeplaat Dam. We offer a unique combination of indigenous vegetation, landscaping and water-front luxury. The Blades Hotel is conveniently situated just 20 minutes from Pretoria CBD, 40 minutes from OR Tambo Airport or Lanseria Airport, and 50 minutes from Johannesburg, making it an accessible destination for both local and international guests.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Free breakfast
Babysitting
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Airport transportation
Business Centre with Internet Access
Wifi
Hot bath
Outdoor pool
Bar / lounge
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Non-smoking hotel
Dry cleaning
Room features
Air conditioning
Private balcony
Room service
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Room types
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
Family rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
Star ratings are intended to indicate the general level of features, amenities, and services to expect. This property is classified according to TGCSA - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa.
HOTEL STYLE
Great View
Modern
Location
Plot 75 Zeekoegat, Kameeldrift Road, Pretoria 0035 South Africa
Getting there
77 Restaurants
within 10 kilometers
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The place is lush with nature. A nice breakaway just a short drive from a city life. As this was a business trip, everything was timed and based on a set agenda. So the one thing I didn't like was the long walk from the conference room to the breakfast and lunch areas. Another thing is that there were lot of flies everywhere especially when they was food around. The rooms were a nice size and clean however, I would suggest that they provide an iron for each room because as we were a big group people had to wait for irons which made them late for the meeting.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: Wear comfortable shoes for those long walks
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The best room I've ever had. The service was a 10/10, staff was amazing. The menu can be improved with a wider selection of meals and snacks, I was disappointed at the limited amount of snacks. My only disappointment was that the bathroom did not have bathroom mats close to the shower and the bathtub, I hate to step on the floor straight from bathing.
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled solo
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Room Tip: Bring your own twin plugs.
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The Blades is one of our favourite work retreat venues. excellent catering and also lovely rooms. The best was the spa experience! the boma night braai is also a big YES for the social event during a work retreat. Very convenient for people not wanting to travel far but would like a lovely bushveld experience.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: Nice rooms, walking distance from Pienaarsrivier dam, lovely setting with great Spa service.
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We spent one night to watch our grandson row at Roodeplaat Dam. The room was very comfortable, clean good linen and nice towels in bathroom. And that was the only redeeming factor!!! We were charged R375 per head for a braai which consisted of a feeble tossed salad, putu and relish, few courgettes, dried chicken, dried steak and boerewors. I thought they would braai in front of us -clearly not -this was obviously cooked at least 3 hours before we sat down to eat. Breakfast indescribable absolutely vile!!!!
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We booked with booking.com a week prior to arrival. The room was not allocated by the hotel, receptionists asking us questions making as if we hadn’t booked. Walking into the room we smelt the humidity and damp which put us off totally . We were told the lodge was fully booked so no rooms available to move us to. They sprayed the room which did not take the smell away. Rooms looked a lot better on the website, the price did not match the room. On a positive note, the restaurant staff were super friendly and the food was outstanding. Lovely sunset views from the deck . Pool was lovely however the sun lounges had no cushions .
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Date of stay: September 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I can make my self believe that once upon a time this was a 4 star establishment but sadly not even close anymore.
Avoid this place unless you enjoy unruly neighbours partying till 03:30 in the morning with no response from the supposed 24 hour available duty manager.
Avoid unless you enjoy a run down hotel with no or very little maintenance.
Avoid unless you enjoy rap music played at levels so loud that you can barely hear your companion while paying inflated prices for mediocre food and drinks.
Avoid this place unless you enjoy unruly neighbours partying till 03:30 in the morning with no response from the supposed 24 hour available duty manager.
Avoid unless you enjoy a run down hotel with no or very little maintenance.
Avoid unless you enjoy rap music played at levels so loud that you can barely hear your companion while paying inflated prices for mediocre food and drinks.
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Date of stay: November 2021Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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The executive rooms are beautiful, very spacious and super clean. The buffet on New Year’s Eve was great, but the dj entertainment not so great; he is outdated. The buffet breakfast is also okay, but the daily menu is boring! The food is not the best in town for a 4 star hotel, especially if you are staying over for a long time; a lot of work needs to be put in to the menu. We had to drive out to Kolonnade for dinner to aid this problem. Otherwise too bad a stay
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Date of stay: January 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from MelindaDeVilliers, Public Relations Manager at The Blades Hotel
Responded 22 Jan 2020
Dear shockycharitys, Thank you for your review. I will definitely take up your concerns with our chef. We appreciate your constructive feedback and will implement additional training where needed. We hope to welcome you back to a different experience, The Blades Team
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The location was great being close to Pretoria. It was lovely and tranquil. Staff friendly and the place was very clean. The room was a little bit cold due to the high ceilings but I am sure in summer it is beautiful! The fireplace helped keep the room warm.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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The food is excellent 👌 we ENJOYED from free breakfast to Lunch and super. The rooms cozy and as promised. What an amazing time for Us as an association members, Pensioners even. The pillows got me melting, I slept like a baby. Thank to Everyone for making our stay perfect, peaceful and enjoyable 😊
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Date of stay: January 2025Trip type: Travelled on business
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I decided the morning of my birthday to book myself for 1 night stay at the hotel and massage. When I got to the hotel, the Receptionist was wonderful as well as the welcoming area. It was so breathtaking, I had high expectations. My room was facing the bush, which blocked the sun and the view was clustered. I also found the room okay, not quite spectacular as I thought. It would do with some brightness, especially the couch and linen. The food, drinks and restaurant service was the highlight of the trip. The massage the following day, was also okay. Overall, the experience was average, there was nothing mind blowing, no scene/activity that blew my mind away. If you want to eat and sleep the whole time booked here, than sure you can do that in peace.
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Date of stay: October 2020
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"Nice rooms, walking distance from Pienaarsrivier dam, lovely setting with great Spa service."Read full review
"The executive rooms have an amazing view. It was very quiet where we stayed in Room 10."Read full review
"I rated Rooms average, but have not been inside as we did not make use of accommodation."Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
R 1,644 - R 2,301 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
South AfricaGautengPretoria
NUMBER OF ROOMS
46
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Blades Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to The Blades Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Ludwig's Rose Farm (6.2 km), Buffelsdrift MTB Park (6.6 km), and Little Jungle Indoor Playground (8.0 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Blades Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at The Blades Hotel?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at The Blades Hotel?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to The Blades Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include KFC Zambezi Junction, KFC Roodeplaat Spar, and Toureiro House of Prawns.
Are there opportunities to exercise at The Blades Hotel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Does The Blades Hotel have airport transportation?
Yes, The Blades Hotel offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Does The Blades Hotel offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers a business centre, meeting rooms, and a banquet room.
Are there any historical sites close to The Blades Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Smuts House Museum (9.8 km).
Is The Blades Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.