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The Blades

4.0 star property
4-star guestrooms with balconies

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Executive Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Reception
Aerial view
Executive Double or Twin Room | Terrace/patio
Luxury Room | View from room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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Plot 75 Zeekoegat, Kameeldrift Road, Kameeldrift East, Roodeplaat, Gauteng, 2060
  • Place, Roodeplaat Dam
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Pretoria
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Loftus Versfeld Stadium
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Luxury Room

  • 431 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Family Room

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Double or Twin Room | Terrace/patio

Executive Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 538 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Double Room

  • 377 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Roodeplaat

On river.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Roodeplaat hotel, you'll find Roodeplaat Dam Nature Reserve and Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve. Roodeplaat Dam is within 6 miles (10 km) and Kolonnade Shopping Centre is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Roodeplaat Dam - 13 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Pretoria National Botanical Garden - 19 min drive - 12.7 miles
  • University of Pretoria - 21 min drive - 13.6 miles
  • Time Square Casino - 22 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Loftus Versfeld Stadium - 23 min drive - 15.0 miles

Getting around

  • O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mamelodi West, Pretoria, Gauteng - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Illy Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Padlangs - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬20 min drive

About this property

The Blades

4-star guestrooms with balconies
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Blades. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Roodeplaat hotel.

  • 46 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Blades offers 46 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. This Roodeplaat hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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 accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is 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

How close is The Blades to the airport?

The Blades is 39.4 mi (43-min drive) away from the O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blades?

As of Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blades on Sep 28, 2025 start from $110.49, 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 The Blades have an airport shuttle?

The Blades offers an airport shuttle.

Does The Blades offer free breakfast?

The Blades offers free full breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at The Blades?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Time Square Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Blades?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at The Blades?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Blades have a pool?

The Blades features an outdoor pool.

Does The Blades have a restaurant?

The Blades is home to The Club House, which features local cuisine.

Does The Blades have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Blades to downtown Roodeplaat?

The Blades is 0.3 mi away from Lavenir.