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Reviews of The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!

Sun City Resort, 0316 Pilanesberg, South Africa

Review Score

Based on 207 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.1

  • Staff

    8.4

  • Value for money

    7.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: October 30, 2021

    7.0
    The Palace Mini Break
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We had an incident but management did not contact us. We had to ask for the manager and the feedback given, did not give me confidence it will be corrected.

    Staff, Pool.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: October 26, 2021

    8.0
    Relaxed stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Felt that the breakfast and dining options were a bit bland.

    The service from the staff was exceptional. The resort is a great location for kids since there is a lot to do. If you want some privacy, head back to the hotel and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. All in all, a great experience.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: October 5, 2021

    9.0
    A family break away
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bath and toilet area were a little small.

    We loved the sizes of the room and that we could get an interleading door between our two rooms. The beds were extra comfortable, the bathroom spacious and well appointed. We did not stay in a refurbished suite so it’s understandable that the hot water tap at the basin didn’t work. It didn’t affect the enjoyment of our holiday at all. Room service was amazing and the food delicious. Breakfast was a highlight each day.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: September 25, 2021

    7.0
    The Palace at Sun City
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The rooms and bathrooms are very “tired” are in desperate need of an upgrade.

    All the staff are incredibly friendly and obliging.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2021

    9.0
    Fabulous
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Very clean, tidy, well coming place ever.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: September 19, 2021

    9.0
    Stunning Lost City
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely brilliant place and very luxurious

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: September 9, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Dinner buffet

    Location, service and facilities

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2021

    8.0
    Definitely a must when visiting South Africa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Friendly staff, excellent facilities and cleanliness of rooms. Excellent breakfast. Beautiful pool area.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: September 6, 2021

    9.0
    The Palace Experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not much. Except that our booking was moved up by two weekends apparently due to renovations and were offered to be moved to Cascades but said we will wait as my daughter wanted The Palace experience and because this was my 5th time staying at The Palace and was really looking forward to seeing the 'New Look' rooms. Was disappointed when I was told that the renovations are still on and I only got to find out on the day of check-in when I requested for a pool facing room 🙃. However I plan on bringing my mom, aunt, son and niece next year when I have some money saved up as we'll now be 6 people and hopefully the renovations will be done by then. I came here before with my husband, girls, Royal Escape and alone during Pharmacy Conference and would like my other family members to have an experience of what The Palace has to offer.

    Every September I have a weekend mommy/daughter bondcation during her school holidays. So this year she requested to go to Sun City and specifically wanted The Palace experience. My very first stay inside Sun City was with my husband at the then Sun City Hotel (now Soho) and later in the years had a family vacation with my sister and the kids at Cabannas. Ever since, I've done The Palace either solo, with my husband or with girlfriends. I must say I have grown a new and deeper appreciation for The Palace especially this time around...not sure if it's the lockdown but I got to take in all it's surroundings more...even something as simple as just sitting by the pool side. I enjoyed the activities (Quad biking and Valley of Waves) with her and hope to explore more next time. All me and my friends did was go to the Shebeen and Night clubs and I therefore missed out on the other activities Sun City has to offer. Oh yes big ups to the new Jaquar electric cars...my son would have enjoyed riding in them as he has an obsession about cars generally and for the past years busy building a flying engine in his bedroom....literally 😉. Last but not least I would like to commend your staff for the respect and great service they always offer. I know lockdown has affected businesses generally but please recognize their efforts...even during this time of adversity when most only work on weekends only they still force to give the best service with the outmost respect. And it's them that make us want to keep coming back for The Palace Experience

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: September 5, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Requested room to be decorated for anniversary but there was no response

    Everything

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: September 2, 2021

    9.0
    Excellent place for vacation
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    We couldn’t switch off the lights at night and this disturbed our sleep

    The facilities and the restaurant. The food was just too awesome. The environment is the best. Definitely coming back

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2021

    9.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Luxury Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Need to do some maintenance.

    I feel the room need to do renovation. It looks a little bit old. My shower got no hot water. I reported in house keeping and nobody come and fix.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast at the Palace is always AMAZING!

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Beautiful spaces. Lovely room. Lovely music and superb breakfasts.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: August 11, 2021

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Screaming kids in the hotel, restaurants, bar areas and in foyer echoing through to all the bedrooms. Parents don't care and the hotel staff say nothing.

    Being at Sun City

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2021

    7.0
    Generally enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The corridors in front of the rooms were noisy at night. I had to let the hot water in the shower run for about 5 to 6 minutes before it got warm. The shuttle service to and from other hotels on in the complex is very slow, because there are not enough shuttle vehicles. The vegan options at breakfast and at dinner were disappointing, to say the least. Everything is cooked with dairy cream or butter. No coconut cream or plant based butter / margarine or plant based cheese options were available. At least they had soy milk for my cereal.

    Rooms are comfortable. Staff are quite friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Queuing for breakfast

    All the activities and the dining area at the palace 👌🏾

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double with Pool View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Asked for tea 5 times at breakfast Had to wait over 1 hrvto receive tea

    Location, luxury transfers across Sun city breakfast was excellent

    Stayed in August 2021

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2021

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Norhing

    Breakfast was good

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: July 3, 2021

    7.0
    Used to be ahead of its time but no is falling behind.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Outdated.

    While still an architectural marvel. The rooms are very old and outdated. Staff are always excellent. But lobby, lounge and pool area need a serious compete revamp. I just hope they use a good company to do it as they turned the entertainment centre in a cheap but neat and clean food court.

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: July 2, 2021

    8.0
    Magical experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Lack of maintenance. There are a number of areas where lights or features are dysfunctional with cabling hanging out - it detracts from the magical mystism of the location

    Fantastic massage at poolside, ansolutely lve crustal court, great variety of entertainment experiences for the entire family. Unbelievable beautiful gholf courses.

    Stayed in April 2021

  • Reviewed: June 25, 2021

    9.0
    Felt like a Royal King
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Sharing a shattle

    Breakfast was amazing and healthy

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: June 21, 2021

    8.0
    AWSOME EXPERIENCE
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    BROKEN ELEVATOR

    ROOM, POOL

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: June 21, 2021

    9.0
    Great!!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The fact that it felt like a palace was great. We enjoyed the hospitality.

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: June 21, 2021

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxury Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Breakfast was amazing. Room and pool was exactly as described.

    Stayed in May 2021

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