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Dadès Valley
This family-run guesthouse gets full marks for its spacious traditional rooms, complete with pisé (rammed-earth walls), beamed ceilings and juniper wood…
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Pretoria
Concealed behind high walls down near the university, this bright, contemporary B&B has lots of personality. The nine rooms, including two self-catering…
Cameroon
Definitely the best-value accommodation in Douala, the German Seaman's Mission is a literal oasis of tranquillity in the city centre. It's set in a…
Nuweiba
The Nakhil is a cosy compromise for those who want hotel comforts without the crowds. The studio-style wooden cabins exude simple beach chic, while guests…
El Gouna
This friendly hotel is a favourite home-away-from-home for divers and kitesurfers in town for thrills on the water rather than fancy rooms. The location,…
Cairo
This sophisticated customer has been shaking up the Downtown hotel scene since it opened in early 2017. From the vast, modern minimalist lobby with casual…
Diani Beach
This small, stylish kitesurfing lodge is one of our favourite places to stay in Diani. The gorgeously rustic rooms are simple but lovely, with painted…
Cape Town
This arty new boutique hotel and spa has been created from combining several formerly separate properties. Rooms differ depending on what part of the…
Algeria
The grande dame of Annaba hotels opened for business in 1876, and for many years it was the place to stay. Eventually it fell into disrepair, but today,…
Southwestern Uganda
In the owner's family for generations, this hillside set of bandas (thatched-roofed huts) provides a peaceful and welcoming retreat surrounded by coffee…
Northern Madagascar
Set in magnificent gardens, this hotel is the town's best. It has a colonial air with wide verandas back and front. Rooms are spacious and well appointed…
Draa Valley
This bijoux guesthouse has just four spacious rooms, all brightly decorated in local crafts and fabrics. They lead on to a pretty patio garden with plenty…
Winelands
Tucked away along a dirt road 10km east of the centre, this place will make you feel like you're far from anywhere, although it's an easy drive back to…
Southern Ethiopia
Popular with weekending families, this well-managed resort is widely praised for its attractive setting – in large manicured gardens that open onto a…
Sudan
This brightly painted Nubian house is real eye candy. Besides being a charmingly decorated place, this guesthouse has unadorned but clean rooms. It's…
Lomé
Seeking a relaxing cocoon in Lomé with homely qualities? This champ of a guesthouse, run by a Frenchman who fell in love with Togo, has all the key…
Southern Ethiopia
This supercentral multistorey abode is regarded as the best option in Dilla. It is well arranged and has tidy rooms filled with light. Freshen up in the…
Western Desert
This small, delightful hotel was built by the Farafaruni brothers, with domed rooms all equipped with TV, air-con, wi-fi and bathrooms. The rooms are set…
Essaouira
Swiss traveller Jack came to Essaouira to windsurf and stayed, opening a business renting apartments and suites. In various locations around the medina,…
Kilifi
On gorgeous Takaungu beach and off the electricity grid, this eclectic, relaxed three-bedroom house makes a great escape. Catch the sunrise from the top…
Midelt
This elegant 1940s villa in central Midelt overlooks a park and has a lovely garden and large pool. It's beautifully furnished with very comfortable beds…
Rio Muni
Even the standard rooms here are enormous, with a lounge area and good bathroom. It's all dark wood with leather armchairs. There are larger apartments…
Réunion
You wouldn't guess it from the main road, but this efficiently-run B&B is one of the most atmospheric and relaxing places along the west coast. It…
Aswan
By far the best midrange hotel in town. The Philae's modern, minimalist-style rooms are decorated in fabrics with Arabic calligraphy and elegant local…
Lamu Island
This five-storey house rises above the sleepy, donkey-filled alleyways of Shela. Apart from the warm welcome and plenty of advice from owner Thomas and…
Réunion
If you want to do Mafate in style, look no further than this well-run B&B on the northwestern outskirts of Marla. It features five surprisingly modern…
Southern Ethiopia
Dorze’s original lodge is set in an attractive family compound in Hayzo village, making it ideal for those looking for cultural immersion. The 15 huts are…
Republic of Congo
Formerly the Hotel Mindongo, this is the smartest place in Ouesso, and has a labyrinth of rooms centred on a superb pool complete with sun loungers.
Dahab
This friendly hotel is centred on a garden with traditional-style Bedouin tent chill-out area. It offers bright, spacious rooms kitted out with lashings…
Limpopo
The bungalow rooms at this German-run guesthouse are some of the most spacious and appealing in town. Standard features are high ceilings, lounge areas,…
Côte d'Ivoire
Run by the wonderful and energetic Cheryl, the KBH has been redecorated to perfection – it's all African wood sculptures and white, pristine walls. The…
Lomé
The Napoléon Lagune is not in the centre but its perch on a lively stretch of the Bé lagoon is outstanding. It offers a range of well-equipped (if…
Algeria
Easily one of the better hotels in Algeria, the Colombe has exceptionally good service and bright rooms dressed in deep purples and slate grey, which…
Rwanda
On the main road in Gisakura, this zesty number is a solid option with efficient staff and good facilities. Rooms are practical with no flouncy…
Togo
Down a dirt track in the stadium's neighbourhood you'll find this cosy bird's nest in a proudly maintained and flowered little compound; rooms are…
Safi
One of only two B&Bs in Safi medina, this traditional house has been tastefully restored, with just eight rooms decorated in local fabrics and crafts and…
Rwanda
This adorable guesthouse run by a helpful Italian resident is one of those whispered secrets that are passed around by word of mouth. The nine rooms in…
Khartoum
Deservedly popular with tour operators, the Plaza has a central location, large rooms with pleasant bathrooms, efficient wi-fi, a decent restaurant and a…
Eastern Cape
The tastefully decorated cottages and garden rooms are strung out along a dramatic plateau edge. The cottages, some with sensational valley views, vary in…
Malindi
Venture 25km from Malindi, and you can have Mambrui North Beach almost to yourselves at this intimate and relaxed camp, run by fantastic hosts. Glamp in…
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