Riverside Sun

Riverside Sun is a Southern Sun resort hotel on the banks of the Vaal River in Vanderbijlpark, less than an hour from central Johannesburg. With 169 rooms, large landscaped gardens and a country setting, it is a popular choice for conferences and team building, holding events for 10 to 500 guests. It holds a Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice award.

Venues and Capacities

• The Ballroom (371 m²): 500 cinema, 300 schoolroom, 300 banquet or 400 cocktail.
• Heron and Sunbird (150 m² each): 150 cinema, 60 schoolroom, 65 banquet or 150 cocktail each.
• Kingfisher (98 m²): 90 cinema or 50 banquet.
• Kite, Weaver, Darter, Bishop and Swift: 40 to 50 cinema-style each.
• Harrier, Kestrel and Falcon: boardrooms for 15.
• Outdoor: the Island Area (200 banquet) and the Lower Lawn (300 banquet).
• Liquid Lounge: a river boat for 120.
• Wine Cellar: seats 40.

Events Hosted

Conferences, team building, private celebrations, corporate functions, year-end functions, private dinners, and wine, whisky, brandy and beer tastings.

Facilities

• Standard conference equipment: data projector, screen, whiteboard, lectern, flip chart and stationery.
• Day conference and accommodation packages, with themed functions and menus.
• In-house banqueting (outside food and drinks are not permitted).
• Riverview Restaurant and Le Bourbon Bar.
• Backup power during load-shedding, secure parking, free Wi-Fi, gym and pool.

Fun Casino Evenings at Riverside Sun

Fun Casino Entertainment has entertained at Riverside Sun in 2024, at corporate functions and awards evenings for 91 to 100 guests. After a day of sessions by the river, a casino evening is an easy way to bring a conference group together.

Location and Contact Details

Riverside Sun, corner Wenning Street and Emfuleni Drive, Vanderbijlpark. Phone 016 982 7300. Requests for proposals can be made on the hotel's page on the Southern Sun website.