The Hotel

Gold and the history of Johannesburg are intertwined. The discovery of gold in the late 1890s led to a gold rush by prospectors from all over the world to the area now known as Johannesburg. A mere 6km from Johannesburg's bustling city centre lies Gold Reef City Village, a unique reminder of that bygone era. Centred around shaft No. 14, which was started in 1887, Gold Reef City is an inimitable combination of a theme park, a living museum of Victorian architecture and lifestyle and Africa's most unique hotel - the Protea Hotel Gold Reef City.

This 4-star hotel offers the chance to escape the pressures of modern day living in a safe and secure environment of fun and Old World elegance. There is a choice of 6 restaurants to delight the palate, from stylish restaurants to the more casual eateries. The hotel offers 74 elegantly appointed rooms in classic Victorian decor, all with en-suite bathrooms. Conference facilities cater for up to 180 delegates and a chapel is on hand for "spontaneous weddings".

Protea Hotel Gold Reef City - A new Adventure in a Bygone Era

Location

• Situated in the heart of the City of Gold, just 6kms from the center of Johannesburg and 30 minutes from Johannesburg International Airport, the Protea Hotel Gold Reef City is in the secure environment of a mining theme park. Less than 2km from the Nazrec Trade Fair Centre and across the road from Gold Reef City Casino. The hotel has easy access to the M1, M2, N1 and N12 highways.

Distances from Protea Hotel Gold Reef City to:

Gold Reef City Casino - less than 1km
Apartheid Museum - 1km
The Lyric Theatre - less than 1km
Johannesburg CBD - 6km
South Gate Mall - 4km
The Glen Mall - 7km
Eastgate Mall - 14km
Rosebank - 13km
Melrose Arch - 14km
Sandton City - 16km
Midrand - 33km
Pretoria - 48km
O.R. Tambo international - 35km
Nearest 2010 World Cup Stadium (FNB stadium) - 6km

How to get to Protea Hotel Gold Reef City

• From: Pretoria, Sandown, Sandton, Rosebank
  Take the M1/M2 South
• Pass Jhb City Centre on your left
• Take the Bloemfontein lane
• Keep in the Bloemfontein lane until you get to Booysens exit
• Take Booysens exit and follow the signs to Gold Reef City

 From: Bryanston, Fourways, Randburg

• Take the N12 South (Concrete Highway) towards Roodepoort
• Take the Randshow Road / Witbank exit
• Take the Witbank lane
• Take the JHB lane
• Take the Xavier street exit and follow the Gold Reef City signs

From the East Rand: Benoni, Boksburg, Edenvale, Springs, Brakpan

• Take the R22 towards Johannesburg
• Take the N3 Germiston lane
• Take the M2 West lane
• Take the Bloemfontein lane
• Keep in the Bloemfontein lane until you get to Booysens exit
• Take Booysens exit and follow the signs to Gold Reef City

From:  OR Tambo International Airport

• Take the R24 lane towards Johannesburg
• Take the N3 Germiston lane
• Take the M2 West lane
• Take the Bloemfontein lane
• Keep in the Bloemfontein lane until you get to the Booysens exit
• Take Booysens exit and follow the signs to Gold Reef City

 From the West Rand: Florida, Roodepoort, Krugersdorp

• Take the N12 South (Concrete Highway)
• Take the Randshow Rd / Witbank exit
• Take the Witbank lane
• Take the Johannesburg lane
• Take the Xavier street exit and follow the Gold Reef City signs

From: Germiston, Alberton, Alberante, Brackenhurst

• Take the N12 (Concrete Highway)
• Take the Kimberley lane
• Take the Xavier street exit and follow the signs to Gold Reef City

From:  Vanderbijl Park, Vereeniging, Meyerton, Welkom, Kroonstad, Bloemfontein

• Take the Johannesburg highway
• Pass Grassmere Toll Plaza
• Pass Golden Highway exit
• Take JHB / Witbank lane
• Take JHB
• Take Xavier Street Exit and follow Gold Reef City signs

Features

The newly refurbished and stylish Protea Hotel Gold Reef City restaurant, Barney's Restaurant and Bar, seats over 100 GUESTS and offers a delightful choice of traditional South African cuisine. Barney's is renowned for its variety of cocktails and beers - an ideal venue for sundowers or pre-dinner drinks.

As the hotel is part of the Gold Reef City complex, GUESTS have access to all of the facilities - gold mine tours, tribal dancing, can-can dancing, horse and carriage rides, fun fair rides, entertainment, shops, bars and restaurants, as well as the casino and Globe Theatre.

Sporting Facilities
The hotel has its own swimming pool with a cascading water feature and adjacent braai area. Other nearby sporting facilities include a gym, horseriding, golf, squash and tennis.

Conference and Banqueting Facilities
An ideal corporate meeting place or gala dinner venue, away from disruptions and the conventional office, our venues can accommodate from 10 to 180 delegates with a variety of themes to choose from. Ask about our fully-inclusive packages.

Wedding Facilities
The quaint and charming Victorian Era non-denominational chapel, with its antique organ, offers a unique wedding venue. A horse and carriage are included to create a memorable and romantic wedding day.

The Protea Hotel Gold Reef City is the idea lwedding reception venue. Enquire about our Wedding Package, which includes a honeymoon suite!

Attractions

Theme Park
Gold Reef City has succeeded in providing something for the whole family. There are robotic shows, clowns, bands, can-can girls, strolling minstrels, gumboot dancers and even a mini-farm.

Protea Hotel Gold Reef City will undoubtedly add a new dimension to your visit, with exciting new rides such as

1. The Tower of Terror!!!? Do you dare ...?
2. The thrilling Golden Loop, which travels from 0 - 100km/h in 3 seconds
3. the awesome Anaconda, Africa's biggest and most exciting inverted rollercoaster
4. The Raging River Rapids, South Africa's longest river ride, complete with waterfalls, rapids and a whole lot more.

There are also more sedate rides such as the fun train and magical Dragon Land for younger visitors.

Note: The Theme Park is closed on Mondays, except during school and public holidays. For more information on the Theme Park, click here.

Gold Reef City Casino
The Gold Reef City Casino never sleeps. Located across the road from the Theme Park and offering free entrance to all our GUESTS, the Casino offers a wide variety of entertainment. There are blackjack tables, slots and games, as well as 5 restaurants, The Back of the Moon Jazz Cafe and The Globe Theatre, showing world-famous shows such as African Footprint and Girl Talk. There is also a games arcade for children.

The Apartheid Museum
The Apartheid Museum is located next to the Gold Reef City Theme Park. "This is a journey, not just a destination. A journey to understanding, freedom and equality - maybe the most important lesson you will ever learn."

This is a journey through the Apartheid Era and the "struggle" for South Africa's democracy.

Whatever your plans, you're sure to find a host of attractions to explore, including prospecting in the magnificent new Gold Reef City Village Casino.

Rooms

Each of the 74 rooms, ranging from standard rooms to the Market Heights Luxury Suites, combines elegantly appointed, classical Victorian decor with matchless comfort and style, yet discreetly includes modern features such as

1. en-suite bathrooms
2. air-conditioning/chiller
3. satellite TV
4. hairdryers and
5. speed-dial telephones
6. internet access

All furnishings in the rooms were specially selected to reflect the charm and elegance enjoyed by the opulent residents of the 1890's. Skilled craftsmen ensured that exact replicas of the antique furniture were created by hand, thus giving each item an authentic look.

Events

ODIN 4-D THEATRE - FIRST IN AFRICA!

The new 4-D cinema will bring cinematic entertainment in four dimensions to Johannesburg for the first time. Visitors will be able to watch images come to spectacular life in glorious 4D, while hydraulic seats, vapors, and a range of smells and scents suited to the illusions on the screen will add an extra dimension to the experience. Get caught up in the experience that feels virtually real with our awesome show!
Location: Down in the village, next to Barney’s Restaurant!

NOW SHOWING:

Panda Vision
This 4-D experience begins as we step into the cavernous hall of all the United Nations of Animals. Here, delegate animals from around the world meet to explore some of the most important issues that affect our shared world. Join different delegates as they take us into their habitats for a fun an enriching look at their way of life and the challenges they face as our world continues to evolve.

Haunted Mine Ride:
Hang on to your ten-gallon hats as you plunge headfirst into an old, dilapidated gold mine that just happens to be haunted… Inside this hotbed of mystery and suspense you’ll come face to face with the mine’s ghostly prospector who’ll warn you not to venture further – but your insatiable appetite for adventure will disagree! Now, only your quick thinking can get you out alive (as well as a little luck).

NEW SHOWS / PRODUCTIONS

SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER

1. Show starts on the 8th of April 2008
2. Bookings at Computicket or Casino (011 248 5168)
3. For Group Bookings contact Paula Kelley, Lyric Theatre Sales Exec - 011 248 8957, 083 267 3029, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Specials

Gold Reef City

May offer

Rate includes

• Breakfast
• Theme park enrtry
• Entry into the Big 6 rides during weekends and Gauteng school holidays
• Enrtry into the 4D Theatre

Valid until 12 June 2008.

Terms & Conditions:
Single rate R1090. Minimum 2 night stay. Full pre-payment required. Subject to availability.  Valid 7 days a week.

R 545.00
per person sharing