Sun International has announced the opening of the newly refurbished Lesotho Casino and Hotel following a R140m upgrade that was sponsored by the hotel group and the Lesotho Government.

The upgrade started last May and includes refurbishment of the casino, 158 guest rooms, the conference area, reception foyer, bars, buffet restaurant, kitchen and pool area, as well as the gym and spa.

The 158 air-conditioned rooms include two royal suites, four duplex rooms and 14 luxury rooms. All guest rooms feature en-suite bathrooms, flat-screen televisions, and digital safe and high-speed Internet access.

Facilities at the hotel include a laundry, dry-cleaning service, car rental and business lounge.

Dining options consist of a buffet restaurant, two walk-up bars and room service.

For business guests, the property offers conferencing facilities for up to 320 people.

The 120-slot casino uses a cashless gaming system and also has eight tables.