Try your luck at the casino when you stay at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort in Upington. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy Italian cuisine at Bella Roma, which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, an outdoor pool and a free airport shuttle.
Languages
Afrikaans, English
At a glance
Hotel size
60 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Transfers
Free airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee/tea in a common area
Shared fridge
24-hour room service
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Mini golf
Playground
Local/corner shop
Children's menu
What to do
Racquetball/squash
Mini golf
Working away
Computer station
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
24-hour fitness centre
Adjacent to a golf course
An outdoor pool
Arcade/games room
Casino
6 casino gaming tables
169 casino slot machines
Casino VIP room
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep-soaking bath
Bath or shower
Rainfall shower heads
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Electrical adapters/chargers
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Special features
Dining
Bella Roma – This restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Casino Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 135 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for ZAR 150.0 per night
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Desert & Casino Upington
Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort Hotel
Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort Upington
Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort Hotel Upington
Frequently asked questions
Does Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort?
Yes, there's a casino, featuring 169 slot machines and 6 gaming tables.
What is there to do at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort and nearby?
On-site recreation at Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort includes racquetball/squash. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a casino. Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort also has a 24-hour fitness centre and an arcade, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort?
Yes, Bella Roma offers Italian cuisine.
Does Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep-soaking bath.
What's the area around Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort like?
Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort is located a short 2-minute walk from Desert Palace Golf Course & Casino.
Desert Palace Hotel & Casino Resort Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
21 November 2024
fine place to stay
friendly efficient check in, nice room with A/C already working well. comfy bed, fridge & tea& coffee making facilities. only complaint was restaurant closes at 15.00 on Sundays (I was pre warned of this but it was still a bit of a pain!). would still stay there in future (but not on Sunday!)
Mr d
Mr d, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
9 November 2024
Earl
Earl, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
25 July 2024
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2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
17 July 2024
Laurence
Laurence, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 March 2024
Julian
Julian, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
29 September 2023
Peter
Peter, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 September 2023
Yolanda
Yolanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 April 2023
recommended
easy to find from airport, quick friendly check in. nice room with fridge a/c and balcony comfortable beds not noisy and very good food in Italian themed restaurant- recommend
Mr d
Mr d, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
21 April 2023
Rasheda
Rasheda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 March 2023
Dr N K Kirimi
Dr N K Kirimi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 January 2023
Staff was very friendly.big bed big room. View to the Golf court
Hubert
Hubert, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 November 2022
Jacobus
Jacobus, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
22 June 2022
Peter
Peter, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
14 December 2021
KOKETSO IGNATIOUS
KOKETSO IGNATIOUS, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
25 October 2021
Michele
Michele, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
30 September 2021
Average stay
Got to the venue and the WiFi, phone in the room and tv channels all was not working, moved us to another room after we unpacked as only found out then these things not working, room was better but WiFi still problematic as signal very poor
Veranise
Veranise, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2021
Super stay
Super stay, already booked again for the return trip
Tinus
Tinus, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
7 September 2020
It was bad. Poor service and unfriendly staff
Sifiso
Sifiso, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 July 2020
Molefi
Molefi, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 April 2020
The staff made this a wonderful trip and the hotel is very clean and all is helpful. Will definitely return soon and wont stay anywhere else.