LESOTHO

Maseru, the capital (population 80,000) is in western Lesotho, on the border with the South African province of Orange Free State.It is a peaceful mountain town on the banks of the Mohokare river.

CLIMATE: Summers are hot with temperatures reaching 32?c (90?F).Winters are cold with temperatures dropping to below freezing.

Hilton Rd., Private Bag A68, Maseru 100, Lesotho.

Tel: (09266) 313111.

Fax: (09266) 310104.

Type: Modern first class resort hotel & casino.

Location: On 100 acres of Parkland and gardens, 10 km / 6 miles to Maseru Airport & Train Station.

Casino Clientele: Nationals & Tourists.

Casino: Las Vegas Style Casino.

Casino Games: 71 slots (250 - R 5), Largest Jackpot Paid: R 257,000.14 tables 10 blackjack (R 10 - 5,000), 4 roulette "0" (R 5 - 500).

Open: Slots 10am-2pm, Tables 7pm-close.No entrance fee.ID / Passport not required.Casual to proper dress.

Casino language: English.

Casino currency: Rand.Free gaming lessons.Junkets available.

Hotel / Amenities: 226 rooms, 6 suites, restaurants, bars, tennis, bowling, table tennis, gym, sauna, jogging trails, cinema, conference facilities, Credit Cards: AEI DC / MCNISA.

Rates: R 309 - 1,095.

Description: The Lesotho Sun is set on a hill overlooking the capital Maseru.A sportsmen's paradise during the day, it becomes a glittering casino complex at night.

Affiliation: owner / operator Sun International.

12 Orpen Rd., Private Bag A84, Maseru 100.

Tel: (09266) 312434 or 312968.

Type: 108 room first class hotel & slot casino.

Location: Overlooking the Caledon River downtown Maseru, 2 km / 1 mi.to Maseru AirportTrain Station.

Casino: 70 machine slot casino.

Affiliation: owner / operator Sun International.