The Blades, Pretoria
About the Hotel
Rooms with Bushveld views
The Blades Hotel provides rooms with views of the Bushveld or Roodeplaat Dam. Accommodations include double rooms with king-size beds, en-suite bathrooms with bathtubs or showers, and complimentary toiletries. Each air-conditioned room has Wi-Fi, a hairdryer, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. Rooms feature a private lounge area and open onto patios overlooking the swimming pool and indigenous bush. Family rooms accommodate up to four guests, featuring a king-size bed and two single beds. Executive Suites include a king-size bed, a fireplace, a private lounge, an open patio, and views of the bush and dam.
Restaurant and Picnic Service
The Blades Restaurant offers local cuisine and international wines. The restaurant seats up to 120 guests and is open to non-hotel guests. The chef prepares dishes using fresh ingredients, with organic herbs and vegetables from the gardens. The Clubhouse bar screens sports events. The hotel offers room service. Guests can collect a picnic basket with treats and choose to picnic on the lawns overlooking Roodeplaat Dam, at the poolside, or in the bushveld.
Events and Relaxation
The Blades Hotel provides spa services, including massages and express facials. Several indoor conference and function venues are available, along with outdoor entertainment areas like the upper deck and pool area with a bar. The Row like a Pro team-building event is a signature offering. Bonfire Boma evenings and stargazing experiences can be arranged.
Location near Pretoria
The Blades is 25 km from Pretoria and 20 km from Wonderboom. It is a 20-minute drive from Pretoria's central business district and 40 minutes' drive from OR Tambo International Airport or Lanseria Airport. Nearby landmarks include Roodeplaat Nature Reserve and Roodeplaat Dam, both 2.5 km away.
Services for events
The Blades Hotel offers venues for meetings and banquets for up to 300 guests. The team assists with planning conferences and team-building events. Wedding packages include a bridal suite and customized menus. The hotel also caters for birthday celebrations, anniversaries, high teas, engagements and baby showers.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Fireplace
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Golf course
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
