Protea Hotel The Ranch

The Hotel

Protea Hotel The Ranch is situated within a 1000 hectare “malaria free” nature conservancy, just 25 kilometres south of Polokwane, and 2 hours north of Pretoria. Protea Hotel The Ranch is Limpopo’s most highly acclaimed superior 4 star Hotel, and easy access to the property is from both the N1 highway and the R101 main road.

The hotel, offers more than 142 deluxe rooms and self catering accommodation featuring all modern conveniences, whilst our Presidential and Executive suites feature their own court yard and spa pool. Our superior culinary team offers unequalled quality, creativity and proficiency to local and international cuisines. Wine and dine in either Basil's Fine Dining Restaurant, The Buttery Family Restaurant or the Golf Club House overlooking the our  Executive golf course.

13 Well appointed air conditioned venues seat up to 900 delegates with outdoor teambuilding facilities and tented camp. Wi-fi availability through-out the property and fully self reliant in all areas of the Hotel with our own back-up generators system.  Wedding’s are our speciality and within the heart of our rose garden, lays our in-house non-denominational Chapel.  Beautiful manicured tranquil gardens, rolling lawns and glorious flowers offer a truly unique and memorable experience to each couple and their guests.  Recently introduced our magnificent 12-hole, par 3 golf course, academy, and Pro shop with a resident professional in-house, offering coaching at any level. 

Awaken to the sounds of roaring lions from our lion park and enjoy daily lion tours, game drives, horseback safari, or “Walk with Lions” a one of its kind extreme adventure experience.  We invite your to “Come and Experience our pride, where hospitality is a long tradition. 

Protea Hotel The Ranch is proud to offer unequalled hospitality and an in-depth understanding of every GUESTS' needs. The following list of facilities is impressive in its range of possibilities to suit everyone: 4 sparkling swimming pools, 2 of which are heated; outdoor Jacuzzi, pool side lapa and bar; the Buttery Family Restaurant offering snack menus, kids menus and a coffee shop; Basil’s Fine Dining Gourmet Restaurant; Old Joe’s Bar Lounge; games room; tennis court; kids jungle gym; trampoline; animal farm, fitness centre; jogging trail within the conservancy; landing strip and helicopter landing pad.

Location

The hotel is situated on 1000 hectares of country bushveld, only two hours drive north of Pretoria on the N1 Toll Road and 20 minutes south of Polokwane. Nearest airport is 25 km.

For GUESTS wishing to fly in, there is a registered 1200m landing strip on the premises, with co-ordinates

1. 2403 South
2. 2917 East
3. Elevation 1372m

Alternatively, Polokwane's Gateway International Airport is only a short drive away.

Features

There are three restaurants available - The Buttery Family Restaurant, which is open all day for meals, Golf Club House serving snack meals and Basil's Fine Dining Restaurant, with its sumptuous a la carte menu, is one of only two restaurants in the Limpopo Province to be awarded the world acclaimed "Chaine des Rotisseurs" French award. Old Joe's Bar & Lounge is well known for its friendly atmosphere and vast selection of different drinks and cocktails and now features surround-sound, leather upholstered couches, plasma screen tvs.  A babysitting service is available on request and room service operates 18 hours a day.

Sporting Facilities
All the following are available on the premises:  4 swimming pools of which two are heated, fitness centre, steam room, jogging trail, tennis court, mountain biking, kids playground, trampolines ,animal farm and an 12-hole, par-3 Executive golf course and academy.  In addition the 1000 hectare nature conservancy is home to about 30 species of game ranging from the king of the beasts to giraffe and little bush babies. Some of the lions who live here, and other species, are famous film stars, having ‘acted’ in over 400 films and documentaries over the past several years. These films include block busters such as “The Gods must be Crazy” and the “Ghost in the Darkness”.  As the lion cubs are bottle fed and hand raised, safe public interaction is assured. Guests may enjoy daily game drives and lions tours.  Bookings need to be made in advance for all tours and activities.

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  The following daily activities are on offer:
•  Walk with the Lions
   Horse back safari within our conservancy
   Daily lion tours and game drives
   Bird watching
   Falcon and Reptile show
   Lion behaviour show viewed from the Bushwillow deck (for groups of 10 or more)
   Sundowner drives

Conference and Banqueting facilities
The conference and banqueting team understands the importance of attention to detail, flexibility and the professional organization of your business meeting in our well-appointed air-conditioned venues, and guarantees 24-hour power supply with our own in-house backup generators. 
With the latest technology, including satellite and video conferencing, you can be assured that your meeting will make a lasting impression. Various other secretarial services are available, e.g. e-mail, typing and word processing, facsimile and photocopying.

Attractions

Whatever your leisure or travel plans, there is plenty to see and do at the 4-star Protea Hotel The Ranch – From enjoying a game of golf on our magnificent 12-hole, par-3 Executive golf course, academy,and Pro shop with a resident professional in-house, offering coaching at any level.  Awaken to the sounds of roaring lions from our lion park and enjoy daily lion tours, game drives horseback safari ,or the extreme adventure experience “Walk with lions” a one of its kind experience offered in Limpopo.

Kolobe tented camp offers teambuilding facilites and in tucked away within the 1000 hectare conservancy to ensure complete privacy. It is designed totally appropriately to its bush surroundings, and includes a fully equipped kitchen and canteen facilities, ablution block, camp fire lapa area and ample space to enjoy outdoor activities.

The tents are built on raised cement slabs, with their own groundsheets and natural airflow design for maximum comfort and protection from the elements. There is a combination of large dormitory type tents and smaller 2 or 4 person tents.  This selection makes Kolobe the ideal setting for church groups, school groups, 4x4 enthusiasts, team building events and sporting groups.  A Camp Manager is always on hand for the duration of any camp to assist guests in gaining full value from their stay.  Large tents sleep 10 people and Medium tents sleep 2 to 4 people. At full capacity, the Camp can sleep 76 people.When the day of departure arrives, you will take fond memories and a longing to return with you.

On-site activities include
o 12-hole, par 3 Executive golf and academy
o Daily game drives and lion tours  - see more than 29 lions, from six-week old cubs to adults, as well as a hyena call "Schizo
o 4 x 4 vehicle track
o Mountain Bike Trails
o Jogging trail
o Children's playground and animal farm
o "Kolobe" tented camp
o Teambuilding High and Low Rope Course

Rooms

Protea Hotel The Ranch is situated within a 1000 hectare “malaria free” nature conservancy and is Limpopo’s most highly acclaimed superior 4 star Hotel, and easy access to the property is from both the N1 highway and the R101 main road.

The Hotel offers 142 rooms which include Presidential suites, executive suites, family suites, spacious deluxe rooms and self-catering chalets. The rooms are designed with large cottage style windows (all with mosquito netting) to ensure maximum natural light, and the opportunity to see the expansive views onto the colourful and tranquil surrounding gardens. 

The addition to the list is the 12-hole, par-3 Executive Golf Course and Academy, where 32 five star self-catering deluxe cottages have been built, overlooking the expansive views of the lush green course, and attractive small dams. 

The luxurious 5-star chalets , sleeping up to 6 people, comprises of a fully equipped kitchenette, open plan lounge and dining area, undercover patio & built-in braai.  There are 2 inter-leading en-suite bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and the other with 2 x three-quarter beds.  There is also an L-shaped sleeper couch in the lounge, suitable for two adults. 

All Hotel rooms are safe, secure and en-suite, with:
o satellite TV
o tea/coffee making facilities
o writing desk
o adapters
o air-conditioning and fans
o Room service, 18 hours a day

Conferencing

Protea Hotel The Ranch just 25 kms south of Polokwane, with its ease of access and undisturbed atmosphere, is undoubtedly one of the most popular conference venues in the Northern Province (Limpopo). With our superior 4-star range of business facilities, well-appointed venues and personal attentive service, you can be assured that your meeting, conference or function at Protea Hotel The Ranch will make a lasting impression on your GUESTS and clients.

Protea Hotel The Ranch is acknowledged as Limpopo’s most highly acclaimed superior 4 star hotel and conference venue. On offer are 13 conference venues of various sizes, which include highest quality facilities. With 50 years of experience and expertise, Protea Hotel The Ranch is fully geared to accommodate all meeting requests. There is ample parking at all venues for conference delegates.

Our dedicated and experienced function, banqueting and conference staff will make every event a success. We cater for conferences, small and large meetings (up to 900 delegates), exhibitions, executive board meetings, summits, banquets, weddings, and any other special function requests. Our superior culinary team offers quality, creativity, flair and proficiency for both local and international dishes.

The terms “your home from home” and “enjoy our warm hospitality” are held in high esteem by the management and staff. We are committed to offering the personal touch, great hospitality and a true understanding of our guests’ needs. You can be assured of uninterrupted power supply during conferences and functions, as Protea Hotel The Ranch has its own back-up generator system. In addition there is a state of the art computer training centre equipped with 24 laptops, and wireless connectivity is available throughout the hotel property.

The unique secluded outdoor venue The Bushwillow is tucked away within our own 1000 hectare conservancy. The conservancy is home to over 29 magnificent lions that can entertain guests with a private Lion show against the backdrop of bonfires at sunset, and dining under the velvet African starlit skies. Magic memories!

Centrally located within the province, the hotel boasts a private 1 200m landing strip, while courtesy transport can be arranged from Polokwane's Gateway International airport. Accommodation comprises 4 suites with private courtyards & spa pools, deluxe rooms, family rooms and self catering chalets.  Each room has its own undercover parking.

Golf Course

EXECUTIVE GOLF COURSE AND ACADEMY

The latest development at Protea Hotel The Ranch in May 2010 is the addition of a magnificent par 3 Golf Course and Academy. This 12 hole Executive Course overlooks expansive views of the surrounding countryside. A 1000 hectare conservancy and the Ranch Lion Park border the golf estate.

The whole development includes a Golf Clubhouse, with a Pro Shop, and the Golf Academy offers coaching to established players and beginners. This concept is unique and the first of its kind in Limpopo. Protea Hotel The Ranch with its wide range of recreational and business facilities is conveniently and centrally situated within Limpopo and there is easy access from both the N1 and the R101 roads.

On either side of the main Clubhouse are 32 beautifully appointed five star self catering accommodation chalets, comprising 2 fully en-suite double bedrooms and a central living area. The design of the chalets and the range of equipment available will make your stay pleasurable and comfortable. The lounge has 2 sleeper couches for a total sleeping capacity of 6 persons per unit. All units have wide covered patios with built-in braai overlooking the lush green course and attractive dams.

The resident Golf Pro is Sean Pappas, and bookings should be made directly at the Pro-shop for individual and group tuition and coaching. Both total beginners to the game of golf, and seasoned players needing to fine tune their game, are welcome

Specials

Polokwane

Weekend Pricebreakers

Rate is room only.

Valid until 30 September 2010

Terms & Conditions:

Minimum 2 night stay. Valid Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights only. Subject to availability. Full prepayment required.

R 330.00
per person sharing