The historical town Vereeniging just over 58 km from Johannesburg offers equally historical Gauteng hotel accommodation at the prestigious five star Riviera on Vaal boutique hotel.
Background of Vereeniging
The city was founded in 1892 and became famous as the place where the Treaty of Vereeniging would be signed by British and Boer forces. The treaty ended a devastating war and marked the start of a new era in the history of South Africa.
History of Riviera on Vaal
Two years after the establishment of Vereeniging, a young man from New York arrived in South Africa going by the name of Schlesinger. He soon became famous for his role in moviemaking between 1916 and 1922. More notable however, was his interest in hotels. He bought the Carlton Hotel and later also built the majestic Riviera on Vaal Hotel. The Riviera on Vaal opened its doors in 1936 just after the Great Depression. Within two years the newspapers would sing its praises and the Riviera on Vaal has ever since been on the lips of people who enjoy comfort and style. With a history that goes back almost a century, the authentic Gauteng hotel accommodation offered by Riviera on Vaal is still the best in the province.
Present day Gauteng hotel accommodation
Gauteng hotel accommodation has been upgraded to world class status with the revamping of the Riviera on Vaal in 2004. This can also be seen as the introduction into a new era of splendour and magnificence in Vereeniging.
The Riviera on Vaal continues to amaze visitors through its 89 well equipped rooms and suites overlooking the Vaal River. The child friendliness of the establishment ensures that families can enjoy wonderful and exciting in-land weekend getaways and vacations.
World class function facilities
It has also become a prime location for the hosting of functions ranging from New Year's Eve parties and romantic weddings to large summits. Three banquet halls which are fully equipped to ensure seamless functions, a garden venue, and the floating Petit Verdot make this the perfect location to host functions.
Healthy and beauty spa
Few other hotels can boast the facilities and excellence offered through the Riviera Zorgvliet beauty spa offering an array of beauty, health and relaxation treatments. Treatments range from detoxification, massages to skin rejuvenation and anti-ageing treatments.
Dining at its best
The five star floating Petit Verdot is well worth a visit for a light refreshing lunch or a sunset cruise. In addition, the Matthews Restaurant offers traditional cuisine and sumptuous Sunday buffets. For an informal setting and evenings of sport watching, you are invited to join the patrons of the Inyama Grill House where kids also have tremendous fun. For light lunches and buffets you should visit the Matthews Terrace.
Sport facilities
The Riviera on Vaal Hotel & Country Club Gauteng hotel accommodation is once again part of history through the development of a training facility for World Cup 2010 soccer players. The facility can also be used for corporate team building events. Sport lovers flock to the establishment because of its unique location on the Vaal banks. It offers a wide variety of water sport and also water fun for the whole family. Golfers can play a few rounds at the historic Country Club while cardio workout facilities ensure that you can keep fit while on holiday.
Contact us through the central reservations on 0861 967 485 to book your Gauteng hotel accommodation.
SOURCE:
http://www.planetware.com/south-africa/vereeniging-saf-gp-ve.htm
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