Upington, the unofficial capital of the Green Kalahari, is a town of beautifully landscaped gardens, many rose beds and large, graceful trees - all wrapped in an atmoshere of genuine peace and tranquillity.
It is here, on the banks of the majestic
Orange River, where you will find the Protea Hotel Upington.
Set on the banks of the Orange River, the Protea Hotel Upington is an ideal base to visit the Namaqualand springtime wild flower displays or the
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park and
Augrabies Falls National Park.
Experience first-class accommodation in newly renovated and spacious rooms and suites, with air-conditioning and colour satellite TV.
Laze around the pool and relax over sun downers or pre-dinner drinks in Scotty's Bar before strolling across the road into the Totem Creek Spur for dinner.
4x4 twin cab vehicles are available for hire, ideal for exploring the surrounding areas.
Protea Hotel Upington - Peace and Tranquillity on the banks of the Orange River
Accommodation58 comfortably appointed bedrooms, of which 4 are self-catering delux suites and 12 superior have views of the Orange River, are fully air conditioned with en-suite bathrooms, satellite TV, four DSTV channels and touch-dial telephones.
Hairdryers and tea/coffee making facilities are also available.
Private, secure parking is available.
FacilitiesScotty's Restaurant is open daily from 07h00 to 09h30 for breakfast and Scotty's Lounge Bar is open from 17h00 onwards (Monday - Saturday).
Four restaurants are available within walking distance of the hotel for dinner.
Sporting and leisure facilities
These include a swimming pool with stunning views over the Orange River, while golf, tennis and squash, canoeing and watersports, as well as River Boat cruises, are available nearby.
Conference and Banqueting Facilities
Four state-of-the-art venus are available, seating up to 200 delegates, while banqueting facilities can cater for up to 250 GUESTS.
Free broadband wireless internet access is available in all public areas, as well as in all conference rooms. Complimentary airport transfers available on request.
AttractionsLocal wine cellars OWK have guided tours and wine tasting available, while another wine route lies on the outskirts of Upington.
The vista of a dazzling array of Namaqualand flowers in July, August and September are a very popular local attraction and attract GUESTS from all over the world.
Game drives - experience the Green Kalakari in comfort with a guided game drive only 35kms from the hotel. Self-drive option available only 15km away.
Other attractions nearby include
The SAD factory - day visitors welcome, with a shop for all local products
Date Palm Avenue: longest line of date palms in Southern Hemisphere
Museum and tourist information centre
Spitskop Nature Reserve just 15 km outside Upington
Bar on the Premises
Restaurant
Swimming Pool
