African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Superior Suite | Exterior
Restaurant
Terrace/patio
Luxury Apartment | Living area
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym

Explore the area

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48 de Villiers Avenue, van Riebeeck Park ext 9, Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1619
  • Emperors Palace Casino
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Mall of Africa
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Apartment

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Executive Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Kempton Park

A luxury stay in the heart of Kempton Park awaits you at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort". You'll be 4.6 km (2.9 mi) from Festival Mall and 5.8 km (3.6 mi) from Kempton Park Golf Club. Highlights at this boutique hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with detox wraps, body wraps and aromatherapy. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers as well as access to aerobics classes and yoga classes. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free cooked-to-order breakfast is offered between 6 AM and 10 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 5-property class Kempton Park hotel, attractions include Melrose Arch Shopping Centre and Nelson Mandela Square.

What's nearby

  • Emperors Palace Casino - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Mall of Africa - 14 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Melrose Arch Shopping Centre - 19 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Nelson Mandela Square - 20 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Sandton City Mall - 20 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Rhodesfield Station - 16 min drive
  • Johannesburg Park Station - 24 min drive
  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Duty Free O.R. Tambo International Airport - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Barcelos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tomato Pizza - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Flame Fast Foods - ‬4 min drive

About this property

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"

Luxury hotel with full-service spa and free breakfast
African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and limo/town car service are available. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort". You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. An area shuttle within 2 kilometres and A roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are free. Free self parking and valet parking are available. A complete renovation of African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" was completed in January 2021.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Kempton Park hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2009
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" offers 11 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Kempton Park hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free area shuttle up to 2 kilometres
  • 24-hour train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free secured self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 6 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2009
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - January 2021

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for ZAR 1000.0 per day.

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: ZAR 1000.0 per day

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
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to midnight
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

African Rock
African Rock Hotel
African Rock Hotel Kempton Park
African Rock Kempton Park
African Rock Hotel
African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Yep, African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Is there a spa on site at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort". You'll enjoy heaps of services like detox wraps, body wraps and body scrubs, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" have a pool?

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 6:00 AM to midnight.

What luxury perks are available at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" features a full-service spa, a health club and an outdoor pool.

What makes African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort".

Does African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort" serve breakfast?

Yep, free cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 6 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at African Rock Hotel & Spa, a "Boutique Lifestyle Resort"?

No, pets are not allowed.