The Palace of the Lost City
A mythical palace in the African bush, next to Pilanesberg National Park and the Sun City casino.
Overview
The Palace of the Lost City opened in December 1992 as the crown jewel of Sun City, around two hours drive northwest of Johannesburg. It was designed around a legend of a lost African kingdom, with sculpted elephants, domes and 25 hectares of man made jungle.
Guests can game at the main Sun City casino, play the famous Gary Player Country Club course, ride the waves at the Valley of Waves and head out on safari in Pilanesberg National Park, all from one resort.
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Highlights
- Valley of Waves wave pool and Bridge of Time
- Two Gary Player designed golf courses
- Next to Pilanesberg National Park for safaris
- About 25 hectares of jungle gardens
- Hot air balloon flights
Rooms and indicative prices
| Room type | What to expect | Typical nightly rate |
|---|---|---|
| Luxury Room | Classic African palace decor | USD 400 to 600 |
| Junior or Superior Suite | More space and garden or pool views | USD 700 to 1,200 |
| King Suite | Two bedroom suite of around 250 m2 | From around USD 2,500 |
Indicative ranges researched in October 2026 from public listings. Rates vary by date, season and availability, and taxes or resort fees may apply. We do not sell rooms.
The casino
The main Sun City casino, located in the Sun City Hotel a short walk away, offers hundreds of slot machines and a range of table games. The Palace itself has a private gaming salon for invited guests. Minimum age in South Africa is 18.
- Games: Slots and table games at Sun City, private salon at the Palace
- Minimum age: 18+ in this jurisdiction
- Dress code: Smart casual
Restaurants
Grand dining room for breakfast, high tea and dinner.
Seasonal menus with local game and produce.
Wood fired pizza and light lunches by the pool.
Good to know
- Combine your stay with an early morning safari in Pilanesberg
- Golf tee times sell out around the Nedbank Golf Challenge
- ID may be requested at the casino
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We do not take bookings
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