The Kimberley Club, Kimberley
The Kimberley Club is an unquestionably unique hotel experience. When you step into this 4-star accommodation offering set in the heart of Kimberley, the feeling of being ushered into that by-gone era when pioneers and fortune seekers came to the new territories during the diamond rush is hard to miss.
What happened in this town shaped its traditions and history as well as for the rest of the Southern African region – and The Kimberley Club was at the heart of the action. The hotel was founded in 1881 by Cecil John Rhodes himself.
Over its 120 years of history, it has provided a place of rest for weary travellers and renowned personalities, who included business tycoons, sovereigns, princes and princesses, Governors and high commissioners – the men and women, who shaped the future of the region.
The famed Kimberley diamond rush of the 19th century is now history, but this historic hotel remains and continues to provide stately and spacious accommodation as well as a top-class bar and restaurants to a new generation of visitors to the town.
The Kimberley Club has since been renovated and refurbished. Spending a night at this living monument is a must!
Accommodation at The Kimberley Club
There are three different types of rooms to choose from at The Kimberley Club; the Standard Rooms, Luxury Rooms and the Executive Suites. Each room is spacious and gracefully decorated to make your stay comfortable and memorable.
The Standard Rooms come with twin beds or Queen-sized beds, an en-suite bathroom with a shower and some with a bath, a writing desk, air-conditioning, TV with DStv, an electronic safe and coffee and tea-making facilities. Some rooms open to the charming courtyard or a large balcony.
There is a disabled room situated on the ground floor with a shower facility and a custom-designed handrail for your safety and comfort.
You will find that the Luxury Rooms have an old-world charm. You can choose from the single luxury rooms or the double luxury rooms. These rooms are larger than the Standard Rooms and have a more spacious lounge and en-suite bathroom with slipper baths and marble vanities.
The Executive Suites are perfect for guests, who prefer spacious accommodation. These suites are grand and distinctively styled, decorated with dining rooms, plush sofas and armchairs, renovated bathrooms with slipper baths. Some suites have their own fireplace.
Facilities & dining at The Kimberley Club
The Kimberley Club has two different restaurants in their hotel; each one has its own unique atmosphere and menu to suit your preferences. Café Vitello is a more casual dining area that serves up a light Mediterranean menu mixed with Asian dishes. The Rhodes Grill Restaurant is a culinary treat for all visitors and has an exquisite combination of dishes.
Free uncapped Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel so you can always stay connected, free and secure parking is available onsite for your peace of mind. Rooms are serviced daily and a laundry service can be provided upon request.
There are different function venues available at The Kimberley Club namely; the Barney Barnato Room, two Dining Rooms, the Library and Bridget Oppenheimer Lounge. The venues can accommodate between six to 180 people depending on the room.
Their conference package allows you to utilise their conference facilities, catering and use of the overhead projector, portable projection screen and adjustable flipchart.
What do people say about The Kimberley Club
“What a hidden gem in the centre of Kimberley. Colonial style charm where you are surrounded by amazing history. This old Gentleman’s Club has been turned into a boutique hotel without taking away anything of its charm and ambience of days gone by. It would not be far-fetched to imagine bumping into Cecil John Rhodes or Barney Barnato while you have a drink in the original pub or on the veranda. Both restaurants have great menus and the food is of very high standard. Don’t miss this gem when you are in Kimberley!” – Ace TripAdvisor.
“Despite being in an old part of town,
I will never pass through Kimberley and not stay here!
One can imagine what it was like in the early days of South Africa when the
pioneers arrived on horseback, shovels in hand, and diamonds on their minds.
The service is brilliant and the staff wonderful, cold nights by the fire in
the Rhodes dining room with a good red wine before we head off once again into
the Karoo. Highly recommended!” – Von TripAdvisor.
“We stayed at the Kimberley Club as a friend recommended it. A really good tourist spot in the Free State/North West area, where on a road trip we battled to find charming tourist spots. If you like old fashioned good manners and want to step back into history this is for you. Staff treat you like a king, but also as though you are at your own home. Loved playing the piano.” – Gina TripAdvisor.
Top reasons for staying at The Kimberley Club:
- The rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated.
- The hotel is situated in the heart of Kimberley.
- You can choose from two restaurants to eat at in the hotel.
- The staff are helpful and friendly.
- The facilities at the hotel are top-class.
To find out more about The Kimberley Club, give them a call on 053 832 4224 or email info@kimberleyclub.co.za. Visit their website at www.kimberleyclub.co.za. Find them on Google Maps.
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