National Zoological Gardens of South Africa - 24 min drive
Getting around
O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 43 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Mamelodi West, Pretoria, Gauteng - 20 min drive
Illy Cafe - 17 min drive
KFC - 13 min drive
Ocean Basket - 11 min drive
Steers - 17 min drive
About this property
The Blades
The Blades is a great choice for a stay in Roodeplaat. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at The Club House, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
46 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Pool loungers
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Turndown service
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
The Club House - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Blades House Pretoria
Blades Pretoria
Blades Hotel Pretoria
Blades Hotel Roodeplaat
Blades Roodeplaat
The Blades Hotel
The Blades Roodeplaat
The Blades Hotel Roodeplaat
Frequently asked questions
Does The Blades offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Blades does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Blades?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Blades?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Blades?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Blades?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Blades?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Blades?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Time Square Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Blades and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Blades?
Yes, The Club House offers local cuisine.
Does The Blades have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around The Blades like?
The Blades is located by the river.
Popular attractions include Kolonnade Shopping Centre, which is 15 minutes away by car.
The Blades Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very good
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
3 September 2024
Stayed for 5 nights. Was pleasant. Staff were very polite & the food was great. I would recommend staying at the Blades.
Thanks to the team. Special shout out to the security lady at the gate, great energy & always smiling.
Jacob
Jacob, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
12 February 2024
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 October 2023
Stay at the Blades
We enjoyed your stay very much. Where so glad that there were no loadshedding
Niva
Niva, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
6 April 2022
Moripp
Moripp, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 December 2021
Portia
Portia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
9 December 2021
Thandeka
Thandeka, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
1 November 2021
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
18 October 2021
Not what is advertised
Absolutely not what is advertised. Waiters service excellent. Food not bad. We were refunded.
Conditions of room is dirty and their were holes in bedding. Old candle with burnt matches lying in the room. The buildings are tired. You may not use the lawn by the river unless a picnic is booked. Bedding not premium. It has so much potential but if not seriously upgraded like broken chairs and hotel carpet in reception filthy it wont be open foe long.
Davin
Davin, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 September 2021
Stacy
Stacy, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 July 2021
Louwrens
Louwrens, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
10 July 2021
Sophie
Sophie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2021
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very clean, helpful staff
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
1 January 2021
My stay was pleasant. I also loved the environment & the scenery.
Mamontsheng
Mamontsheng, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
23 December 2020
Marcel
Marcel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 December 2020
Amazing stay
Felicia
Felicia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
30 November 2020
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2020
Amazing stay relaxed atmosphere
Felicia
Felicia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
28 October 2020
Room for improvement
In all we had a pleasant stay. Lovely setting and staff. Room size was disappointing as I had a different impression from the website booking (photos and price paid).
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 October 2020
A lovely weekend getaway from Johannesburg, only 50 minutes! The view from the rooms was perfect.
Yvonne
Yvonne, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2020
The most amazing place
Felicia
Felicia, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 October 2020
Such great service and location
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 February 2020
Beautiful as always - but now also noisy
We have always stayed at The Blades when we visit Pretoria. This has been once a year for the past 3 years.
The main reasons we loved to stay there was the peace and quiet and it’s riverside location with beautiful river views.
Our room is always spacious and the bed amazing and comfortable. In the past, they included small things like bath salt and candles, which they stopped doing for our recent visit. The breakfast selection is extensive.
A few points of note: they recently built an extremely noisy farm / machine on the hillside directly behind the main building. This is a huge distraction and the only thing you hear after 9am Mondays to Saturdays.
It’s a shame The Blades could not prevent this from happening as the peace and quiet is now completely gone.
, which was one of it’s main attractions.
Other than that, the service is always great and all staff extremely helpful.
Eddette
Eddette, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
30 December 2019
average
They did not inform us that the Spa was closed and that was what we were looking forward to. There were a lot of insects so your room windows and doors had to be closed at all times, and sitting on the balcony was not possible with the amount of flies and insects. Also whilst eating there were numerous flies around. There is not much to do, especially with the Spa being closed. We had to travel out to another hotel to use their Spa facilities.
Thanusha
Thanusha, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 December 2019
super
so good and relaxing
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
22 June 2019
Great stay at The Blades!
We enjoyed a great 3 night stay and we loved our spacious suite. It was serviced well and in good time each day. The service from all staff was friendly and accommodating. We especially enjoyed our terrace lunch and the excellent prices in the restaurant.
We would definitely stay again.