• The Palace of the Lost City

Kingdom Of Pleasure

Conceived as the splendid ruins of an ancient but mythical African tribe who once supposedly ruled the surrounding Pilanesberg mountains and fertile savannah, The Palace of the Lost City is the premier hotel in the action-packed Sun City resort complex.

A legendary destination designed by dreamers for luxury-seekers. Since inception in 1992, The Palace of the Lost City has enthralled visitors from all over the globe. Its unique setting in South Africa, on an extinct volcanic site among the Pilanesberg mountains, is matched by the inspired architecture and passionate attention to detail for which The Palace of the Lost City is renowned.

Sun CIty

Home to the Valley of Waves and sprawled along the border of the Pilanesberg National Park, Sun City Resort enjoys the fine distinction of being the only surf-and-safari destination within a two-hour drive of landlocked Johannesburg. Whether you’re looking for a romantic stay with your partner, a fun weekend getaway with friends or a North West holiday with the whole family, Sun City Resort has it all.

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LUXURY AND COMFORT

BE TREATED LIKE ROYALTY

The Palace is a sophisticated 5-star hotel that has redefined African luxury and elegance. The entrance hall of The Palace sets the precedent, with its intricately painted ceilings, mosaic artworks and golden zebra-hide upholstered furniture. Set within verdant gardens, each luxurious room in the hotel boasts handcrafted furniture, befitting royalty.

FIND YOURSELF IN THE LOST CITY

FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES

 From the swimming pool to safari, we invite you to experience distinctive African activities at The Palace of the Lost City. Set in the world-renowned Sun City resort and bordering the Pilanesberg National Park, the wide variety of things to do at The Palace of the Lost City runs the gamut between classic luxury and thrilling adventure. From sunrise hot-air balloon rides to sundowner cocktails, this is a destination made for lovers. Discover romantic things to do at The Palace of the Lost City, such as lounging beside our swimming pools, dining out at our five-star restaurants, or enjoying bespoke spa treatments in the privacy of your room. Don’t miss the chance to toast the rising sun on an early morning hot-air balloon ride over the plains of the Pilanesberg National Park or discover the Big Five up close on a game drive or rhino-tracking safari.

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