The Blades Hotel
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The Blades Hotel

Dinokeng, north of Pretoria, Gauteng 2–300 guestsRRR · Premium
4.3
1,151 Google reviews · Strongly Positive

Overview & Capacity

The Blades gives you a bushveld escape without the full safari commitment - Dinokeng riverside, boutique suites with stunning decor throughout, and event spaces that scale from a meeting for 2 up to a banquet for 300.

Seated
120
Banquet
300

B&W Production Notes

  • Standard AV in indoor venues
  • outdoor rigging for riverside events
B&W Verdict

The bushveld boutique play. Perfect for the 'get executives properly out of the office' brief.

Suitable For

Executive strategy retreatsboutique launchesincentive weekendscorporate off-siteswildlife-brand corporate

What we like

  • Bushveld escape feel without full safari logistics
  • Indoor + outdoor riverside options
  • Beautiful suites with stunning decor - strong photography backdrop
  • 24-hour service
  • Different from Sandton ballrooms - clients remember it

What to confirm

  • Dinokeng distance (~1 hour+ from Sandton)
  • Max 300 caps banquet scale
  • Weather backup for outdoor components
  • Not built for tech-heavy production

Real Google Rating

4.3
1,151 reviews
Guests love
  • Stunning sunset and river views
  • Excellent and friendly staff service
  • Delicious food and breakfast
Watch for
  • Mixed breakfast quality reviews
  • Limited menu snack selection

Amenities & Facilities

Dinokeng bushveld setting
riverside lawns
upper deck restaurant
boutique suites
gardens
24-hour service
stunning decor
The Blades Hotel

Quick Facts

Dinokeng, north of Pretoria, Gauteng
2–300 guests
Bushveld Boutique Hotel + Riverside Event Venue
RRRPremium
R R850-R1900
Yes
Yes - boutique hotel suites
🏠 Both

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