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About us
The Riverside Sun, is situated on the banks of the Vaal River. Located a few kilometres away from Vanderbijlpark, the resort is only 40 minutes drive from Johannesburg. The hotel is an ideal destination for both business and relaxation purposes. Both the hotel and Riverview restaurant look out onto lush landscaped gardens sloping down to the Vaal River. An attractive pool deck provides the perfect venue for outdoor dining and is a popular weekend attraction. Guests are spoilt for choice with unrivalled sporting and leisure activities, including sundowner cruises on the Vaal River. Riverside Sun is a wonderful venue for weddings and can host intimate as well as more formal weddings. The accent at Riverside Sun is on comfort and friendly, efficient service. The staff extend a warm welcome from a tranquil and relaxing environment.
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Amenities
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Wheelchair accessible
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Outdoor pool
- Airport shuttle
- Bus
- Taxi
- Dance floor
- Piano
- Staging area
- AV equipment
- High speed internet
- Onsite AV staff
- Concierge services
- Internet access
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Room service
- Onsite gift shop
- Onsite restaurant
- Pet friendly
- Rental car service
- Wheelchair accessible
- AV capabilities
- Business center
- Outdoor pool
Meeting rooms
Meeting rooms

Meeting space
Name | Room size | Maximum capacity | U-Shape | Banquet rounds | Theater | Classroom | Boardroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ball Room | 3,993.4 sq. ft. - | 500 | - | 300 | 500 | 300 | - |
Kite | 678.1 sq. ft. - | 40 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 30 | 20 |
KIngfisher | | 1,054.9 sq. ft. - | 50 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 50 | 20 |
Darter | 731.9 sq. ft. - | 50 | 30 | 25 | 50 | 30 | 15 |
Weaver | 678.1 sq. ft. - | 40 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 30 | 20 |
Bishop | 731.9 sq. ft. - | 50 | 30 | 25 | 50 | 30 | 15 |
Syndicate Rooms | 430.6 sq. ft. - | 20 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 12 | - |
Heron | 1,614.6 sq. ft. - | 150 | 60 | 65 | 150 | 60 | 50 |
Sunbird | 1,614.6 sq. ft. - | 150 | 60 | 65 | 150 | 60 | 50 |
Guest rooms
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Riverside Sun Frequently Asked Questions
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Sustainable Practices
Diversity and Inclusion
Health and Safety
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Has your hotel taken steps to reduce single-use plastics, such as removing plastic straws (except upon request for guests with disabilities), stirrers and cotton buds? If yes, please provide detail as to the steps you have taken to reduce single use plastics?
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Does your hotel engage in activities to protect & restore the natural environment in which it is located (i.e. trees planted, coral reef restored, etc.)?
Will your hotel be imposing any additional fees for cleaning services? If yes, please specify those fees.
Are specific cleaning/disinfection routines in place for pillows, duvets and their covers, headboard, bathrobe etc.? If yes, please describe.
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