The hotel was originally built in the 1920s when an American film producer, Mr. Schlesinger, fell in love with this location. Through the years the hotel has retained its romantic style and old-world charm.  The beautiful location on the river, modern facilities and rolling green lawns makes it a sought-after weekend getaway and romantic wedding destination.  

The hotel has 90 stylishly furnished rooms all overlooking the picturesque Vaal River. The facilities include a sparkling blue swimming pool. The piano bar and lounge is ideal for relaxing at the end of a long day. The Matthews Restaurant and Terrace Café serves delectable meals for the discerning palate.  

The chapel situated on the river front is the perfect setting for a romantic ceremony, while the banquet halls provide all the facilities needed for a wedding reception. 

The hotel spa offers an extensive list of blissful treatments to pamper and spoil, while the magnificent 18 hole, par 73 golf course, situated adjacent to the hotel, provides an exciting challenge for golfers. 

Weekends in the Vaal brim with entertainment, as the hotel offers a Dinner Theatre experience every Friday evening, where guests can look forward to world-class shows accompanied by a delicious meal.  On Saturdays and Sundays, there is always live music on the terraces and guests are treated to a scrumptious buffet.

It’s also getting close to that time of the year again when companies start planning their year-end functions. At Lunch's Cyril Viljoen spoke to Amanda Vermeulen, Wedding and Functions Coordinator at Riviera on Vaal Hotel & Country Club, to find out more. Listen here: