The Cascades

Situated 2 hours north west of Johannesburg and approx. 1.5 hours west of Pretoria in the Pilanesberg mountain area.

Region

Sun City, North West Province

General Information

Striking, beautifully coloured birds and fish are at home in the Cascades gardens and lakes which cover the gently sloping hillside.

They are laced with footpaths which wind between tens of thousands of exotic and indigenous trees and flowering plants. Lush gardens, tropical birds and water features give The Cascades its unique and relaxing atmosphere. A sophisticated, elegant hotel.

A cool breeze, a sultry summer's day, an exotic cocktail at the sand bar and a hint of Turkish music, set the scene for a perfect holiday retreat.

The Cascades Hotel, the Grotto Restaurant and the pool area underwent an extensive R60 million refurbishment project, transforming the 1980's themed pool area into a tropical paradise.
The Mediterranean is the deep, blue heart that gives life to the countries that surround it. With this in mind, Sun City has transformed the Cascades Pool and Grotto Restaurant into an area reminiscent of the azure blue of the tranquil Mediterranean.

The original garden area has been transformed into a lake with cascading waterfalls. The pool deck has been extended by about 7 metres and the lawn areas have been converted into a sandy beach complete with a secluded bathing area and sand bar evocative of Tom Cruise's "Cocktail" movie. Guests can enjoy the ambience complete with bikini's and flamboyant barmen. There is a heated pool, a Jacuzzi pool and children's pool.

The Grotto restaurant has been revolutionised. The Mediterranean restaurant now named Santorini, is surrounded by glass windows providing an all season enclave, harbouring guests during winter. Alfresco dining takes place along the island promenade and delightful gazebo's offer shaded areas where guests can relax informally and enjoy a delectable meal.

Restaurants

The Peninsula

Superb International cuisine is on the menu at the Peninsula, the luxuriously elegant lakeside restaurant. A resident pianist entertains during dinner. Dinner for groups (1-70 people), can be accommodated in the Peninsula Restaurant. Should the group be larger than 10 people, a pre-selected set menu is to be chosen. This restaurant offers an exquisite menu selection, whose main focus is on South African Cuisine, with an exciting blend of flavours to stimulate the senses.

Santorini

Santorini is a Greek Meditarainian restaurant situated by the pool. Serves lunch and dinner. Dress: Casual Santorini the Restaurant is synonymous with the island of the same name, "a magnificent setting, bright and sunny weather, delicious cuisine, wine, exciting entertainment and a rich history" The restaurant is divided into 3 sections: Terrace & Island areas can seat up to 86 people and the main restaurant 104. Extra features to the restaurant includes a live pizza station with a classical wood burning oven in which all our pizzas will be baked but also in which the Kleftiko will be done in the traditional Greek way. Of course, the restaurants at the other 3 hotels are also available for guests to dine at.

Rooms

All 243 elegant air-conditioned rooms and suites enjoy spectacular views over the gardens to the golf course and bushveld hills beyond.

In the luxury twin and luxury family rooms, the entire bathroom was reconstructed and enlarged. Amenities now include a separate large shower cubicle which provides an intimate and private experience and a separate bath that is the ideal place to unwind. The bathrooms have double vanity units and are somewhat larger than standard hotel bathrooms.

The luxury rooms at the Cascades Hotel were also given the ultra-superior treatment. Each room has its own dressing room with built in dressing table, cupboards and shoe racks. The furnishings have also been upgraded and are a tapestry of the verdant gardens and tranquil beach pool area.

Please note that it is not possible to have extra beds in any room type.

Luxury Twin Rooms

98 - all with twin beds.

Superior Luxury Rooms

53 - all with king size beds.

Luxury Family Rooms

79 - all with king size beds

Luxury Suite

6 x 1 king size bed, en-suite bathroom and lounge.

Presidential Suite

1 x 1 bedroom with bathroom en-suite, lounge,
dining area and balcony.
1 x 2 bedroom with 2 bathrooms, both en-suite,
lounge, dining area and balcony.
1 x 3 bedroom with 3 bathrooms, all en-suite,
lounge, dining area balcony, jacuzzi and sauna.
1 x 1 bedroom with bathroom en-suite, lounge,
dining room, jacuzzi (indoor & outdoor), private
pool/garden.

2 with king size beds - equipped with disabled facilities on the lobby level.

Facilities

The Pool

The Cascades Hotel has a heated and a cold swimming pool with lifeguards on attendance daily.

Tennis

11 tennis courts, 5 of which are floodlit. Coaching is available from the resident tennis professional.

Tennis Pro Shop and refreshments available at the Tennis Club House.

Squash Courts & Spinning Studios

There are two squash courts and a spinning studio adjacent to the Gary Player Country Club.

Bird Aviary

Situated next to The Tennis Courts, a must visit for the bird enthusiast.

THE VALLEY OF WAVES

The Valley of Waves is the central feature of the Lost City at Sun City. Part of the magical legened of the Lost City.
It is one of the most advanced water parks in the world, dominated by the Roaring Lagoon, a 6 500 square metre (7560 square yards) wave pool with a palm-fringed beach. Hydraulic mechanisms can generate a 1,8 metre (6 feet 8 inches) wave every 90 seconds. When waves are not generated, a bobbing cycle is generated in a diamond pattern.
All Resort residents enter the park free of charge by presenting their resident cards. For all day visitors there is an entrance fee to the park.
The water park has five exhilarating flume rides: From the aptly named Temple of Courage, swimmers drop a heart-stopping 17 meters (57 feet) down a 70 meter (233 feet) chute, hurtle under a bridge and splash into a small pool at the foot of the slide. The Tarantula and the Scorpion are body slides, and the Viper and the Mamba are flume rides where the swimmers float on large inflated tubes. The Lazy River is a gentle tube ride that flows endlessly round a kidney-shaped island.On the island is an ethnic village with a clothing store, a sweet shop and a fast food outlet, as well as a pool and playground for children.The Royal Bath is a swimming pool that is also open to both day visitors and Resort residents. The large pool is adjacent to an amphitheatre, which can accommodate an audience of over 800. On the pool deck the Observatory Bar offers exotic cocktails and is covered by an antique dome.
Facilities at the Valley of Waves include well-equipped changing rooms, a locker service and a clinic for treating minor medical emergencies. In spite of the breathtaking nature of some of the rides, safety is paramount and lifeguards are on duty in the park throughout the day.
The Valley of Waves is open daily from 10h00 until 17h00 in winter and 09h00 until 18h00 in summer. However, the park will be closed for annual maintenance between 07 May and 20 June 2008 (both days inclusive).

The Bridge of Time

is the route to and from the Valley of Waves, through the magnificent Kong Gates onto the Monkey Spring Plaza. This bridge which erupts every hour in a display of Volcanic activity.
The Botanical Garden Trails go around and through the different forests surrounding the Valley of Waves, a Rain Forest, Baobab Forest, the Jacaranda and the Tropical Forest. All contain rare plant varieties. The Sway Bridge, Adventure Paths, Hidden Cave Water Falls and other exciting walkways are in the Garden.

THE GOLF COURSES

The Sun City Resort proudly boasts 2 world class 18 hole championship golf courses.

The Gary Player Golf Course

The Gary Player Golf Course needs no introduction, this world renown course was designed by Gary Player, and is the home of the Nedbank Golf Challenge, an annual golf tournament with total prize money of US $4 385 000. This is an 18 hole, par 72 walking course, with a 5km running trail along the course.
The Gary Player Country Club overlooks this magnificent golf course and incorporates a Pro Shop, a Health spa and gymnasium, two squash courts and a spinning studio. At the Health Spa you can indulge in hair and beauty treatments, hydro bath, Vichy Shower, spa-pool and steam room. The fully equipped gym also offers personal trainers.

The Lost City Golf Course

The Lost City Golf Course was also designed by famed South African golfing figure, Gary Player. This spectacular par-72 course is a cart course, complete with a state-of-the-art clubhouse, and is a short stroll from The Palace of the Lost City. It features a water hazard of 20 live Nile crocodiles on the 13th hole and offers facilities such as a driving range, and a Golf Pro Shop.

Child policy

Children of all ages are welcome at The Cascades. If sharing with adults, there will be a minimal charge depending on age.

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