Sun City’s Iconic Palace Beside Pilanesberg
A Sun International flagship, The Palace of the Lost City blends baroque-African fantasy with five-star service on the edge of Pilanesberg National Park. Guests enjoy opulent public spaces, curated dining, a refreshed gym and Royal Spa, and easy access to Valley of Waves, two championship golf courses, and guided game drives that explore one of South Africa’s best wildlife areas.
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From: POA
Highlights & What to Expect
- Signature architecture, mosaics, and hand-crafted interiors.
- Lush, landscaped gardens with water features and viewpoints.
- Direct access to Sun City’s Valley of Waves water park.
- Guided game drives and hot-air ballooning over Pilanesberg.
- Two championship courses: Gary Player and Lost City Golf.
- Royal Spa treatments and a recently upgraded on-site gym.
- Crystal Court breakfasts; Plume, Grill Room, and Tusk Bar.
- Complimentary resort shuttle and free in-room Wi-Fi.
Location & Setting
The Palace of the Lost City crowns Sun City’s tropical gardens, a theatrical setting of sculptures, fountains, and domes with sweeping views across the resort. Bordering the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park, it places wildlife encounters and water-park fun within minutes of your room. The resort is about a two-hour drive from Johannesburg under normal conditions, making it a convenient luxury escape for families, golfers, and safari-minded travelers alike.
Rooms
The hotel offers 326 rooms and suites with refined finishes and full bathrooms. Categories include 4 presidential suites, 6 superior suites, 6 junior suites, 144 luxury rooms, 74 superior luxury rooms, 35 superior luxury pool-facing rooms, 54 family rooms, and 3 paraplegic rooms. Many rooms enjoy garden or pool aspects, with thoughtful amenities and turndown service that reflect Sun International’s five-star standards and recent refurbishments.
Facilities
Public areas are expansive and lavishly detailed, anchored by the Crystal Court for elaborate breakfasts and the elegant Plume and Grill Room for dinner. The Tusk Bar and Pool Deck provide relaxed options. Guests enjoy the Royal Spa, an upgraded on-site gym, a vast Grand Pool, complimentary resort shuttle service, free Wi-Fi, and seamless access to Sun City’s entertainment, casino, Valley of Waves, and the neighboring championship golf courses.
Amenities
Accommodations
326Bar & Lounge
Spa
Restaurant
Swimming Pool
Concierge Service
Fitness Center
Air Conditioning
Wi-Fi
Sauna
Laundry Service
In-room Safe
Gift Shop / Curio Shop
Wheelchair Accessible
In-room TV
Childcare & Kids’ Club
Minibar
Tea & Coffee
Ceiling Fan
Tennis Courts
Connecting Rooms
Hair Dryer
Activities
Game Drives
Mountain Biking
Golf
Hot Air Ballooning
Watersports
Motorized Watersports
