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Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort

3.5 star property
Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Property grounds
Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine
Lobby
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free airport shuttleFree airport shuttleFree airport shuttle
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the neighborhood

Map
Erf 1, Golf Course Road, Keidebees, Upington, Northern Cape, 8801
  • Popular LocationUpington Golf Club1 min walk
  • Popular LocationKalahari Mall8 min drive
  • Popular LocationOrange River Cellars15 min drive

Room options

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Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, rollaway beds

Superior Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room | Living area | 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV

Standard Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Upington

In suburbs.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this hotel, you'll find Kalahari Mall and Kalahari-Oranje Museum. Orange River Cellars is 7.9 mi (12.8 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Upington Golf Club - 1 min walk
  • Kalahari Mall - 8 min drive
  • Kalahari-Oranje Museum - 9 min drive
  • Orange River Cellars - 15 min drive
  • Orange River Wine Cellars - 68 min drive

Getting around

  • Upington (UTN) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dros - 9 min drive
  • Mugg & Bean - 9 min drive
  • Cafe Zest - 8 min drive
  • Molinari Caffé - 9 min drive
  • KFC - 9 min drive

About this property

Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort

Family-friendly 3.5-star hotel with outdoor pool
Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A casino, a terrace, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Upington hotel.

  • 60 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Casino
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort offers 60 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Upington hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 135 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 169 slot machines
  • 18 holes of golf
  • 24-hour gym
  • 6 gaming tables
  • Arcade/game room
  • Casino
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Racquetball/squash

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub or rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 150.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 135 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 150.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort to the airport?

Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort is 6.2 mi (11-min drive) away from the Upington (UTN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort?

As of May 2, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort on May 7, 2024 start from $58.61, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort have an airport shuttle?

Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, on request.

Does Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of ZAR 135 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort?

During your stay you can enjoy the onsite casino, featuring 169 slot machines and 6 gaming tables.

What time is check-in at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort have a pool?

Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort features an outdoor pool.

Does Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort have a restaurant?

Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort is home to Bella Roma, which features Italian cuisine and brunch.

Does Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort to downtown Upington?

Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort is 4.4 mi away from Upington.

Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 26 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mr d

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
recommended
easy to find from airport, quick friendly check in. nice room with fridge a/c and balcony comfortable beds not noisy and very good food in Italian themed restaurant- recommend
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Rasheda

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dr N K Kirimi

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hubert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very friendly.big bed big room. View to the Golf court
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jacobus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Peter

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

KOKETSO IGNATIOUS

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Michele

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021