Riviera on Vaal Resort

Hotels
7.8 (4352 reviews)
Mario Milani Drive , Vereeniging , ZA

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Tranquil / serene atmosphere
Great views
Friendly and attentive staff
Good breakfast / buffet
Excellent location
Beautiful establishment and garden
Comfortable beds reported by some guests
Worth the investment for some
Restorative getaway
Exceptional views
Cons:
Uncomfortable or old beds
Dated facilities and furniture
Cleanliness issues (stains, unclean bathtub)
Lack of towels / toiletries in some rooms
Major service failure reported (no water)
Broken or malfunctioning amenities (TV, AC, heater, lifts)
Housekeeping privacy breaches (entering rooms)
Poor reception communication at times
Noise from events or neighbors
Limited breakfast variety / stingy portions
Forced to buy food / no outside food allowed
Worn carpets, bad smells, and tired linens

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Mixed but leans negative: multiple reports of stained toilets, unclean bathtubs, worn towels, and at least one severe incident (no water, very bare rooms).
Service
8.3
Generally praised for friendly and attentive staff in many reviews, but occasional poor communication at reception and failures to assist (e.g., handling water outages, housekeeping privacy issues).
Location
9.5
Frequently highlighted as a strength: great views, convenient location and easy to get around; a few guests noted it is less convenient without a car.
Room Quality
6.5
Many comments about dated, run-down rooms: uncomfortable beds reported several times, old furniture, broken doors, non-working TVs and other maintenance issues.
Amenities
6.8
Amenities are inconsistent or lacking: requests for microwaves, missing towels/blankets/toiletries in some stays, malfunctioning AC/heater and lifts, though grounds and garden are positive features.
Value for Money
8.3
Mixed perceptions: some guests explicitly said the stay was worth the investment, while others felt facilities were too run down for the price.
Food and Beverage
8
Food generally praised (buffet, breakfast) but with criticisms about limited variety, small/limited juice servings and restrictive restaurant policies for outside food.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall mixed: many guests enjoyed tranquility, views and a restorative atmosphere, but serious service/facility failures and noise events caused very negative stays for others.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-16 03:09

Property Description

Tranquil Riverside Escape
Picturesque Setting: Nestled in Vereeniging, Riviera on Vaal Resort offers a serene retreat with a garden, sun terrace, and stunning views of the Vaal River.
Family-Friendly Amenities: Enjoy a children's playground, perfect for keeping the little ones entertained while you relax.
Leisure Facilities: Indulge in a round of tennis, unwind at the bar, or explore nearby golf courses. With a restaurant on-site, every craving is catered to at Riviera on Vaal Resort. Book your riverside getaway today at Riviera on Vaal Resort for a memorable stay by the water's edge.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: JNB

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 4352 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 8.3
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 6.8
Value for Money: 8.3
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8.5
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Elelwani • extended_group • za
3
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Glory • solo_traveller • za
5
Pros:

Spacious

Cons:

I thought breakfast is included but place is not bad

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Simon • solo_traveller • na
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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CARLEY • couple • za
10
My husband and I decided to go back for a longer stay just to refresh. When I say we didn’t even feel the urge to go out
Pros:

Everything about it is exceptional! I went here for my birthday in March and I absolutely had to come back! The views, the friendly staff, the convenience of having a bar and restaurant a few steps from our room?! 100/10! Im definitely coming back again soon

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Kholu • extended_group • za
8
Pros:

The lake view is just amazing.

Cons:

Wish there were fridges in the rooms.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Jabulane • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth Dibuseng • family_with_children • za
10
The last time I was there I had a horrible visit but this visit made up for the last one. Truly happ
Pros:

Everything mostly the views

Cons:

Not being on the 5th floor

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Fourie • family_with_children • za
9
Pros:

The view

Cons:

DST did not work

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Thato • solo_traveller • za
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Myburgh • couple • za
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Chriselda • solo_traveller • im
8
Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

A bit run down but they are busy with refurbishment

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Kananelo • couple • za
7
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Lefu Paul • couple • za
9
Welcomed by friendly staff and there was no noise. The place is beautiful and clean and every is working properly.
Pros:

The view and landscape ❤️🫶🏼🔥 not forgetting to mention restaurant and bar. The prices are reasonable. We booked for massage and when we got there we were welcomed by a friendly white lady at the reception and enjoyed being massaged by too beautiful ladies.

Cons:

Bath is too small for me and it’s understandable. I could fit in properly and bath properly but as soon as I’m done “eish”😔, it’s hard to get out.

We were supposed to enjoy riding the cruise boat but weather was not on our side😭😭😭😭

Please change TVs to smart TVs.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Tshegofatso • solo_traveller • za
10
Pros:

Our room was perfect and the stuff was helpful and friendly.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Devan • solo_traveller • za
5
Great views but outdated rooms needing urgent upgrade!
Pros:

The location is excellent. The views are great.

Cons:

The bath and toilet in the room is old, outdated and damaged. Very untidy and dirty. Plumbling is old and noisy pipes. Taps in one od the rooms we booked we not working and required maintaince. No soap in bathroom. Really in need of urgent upgrade!

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Pillay • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Maistry • solo_traveller • za
7
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Jack • solo_traveller • za
9
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Lentikiel • extended_group • za
4
Very disappointing with your reception after hours.
Pros:

The staff that welcome me at the reception. She was professional and freindly.

Cons:

Your reception is not answering phones after hours.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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thandeka • couple • za
5
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee