Gabon
This recently renovated, Kenyan-style beach lodge by the lagoon edge in Mayumba village has expansive gardens, charming chalets and plenty of space to…
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Mahé
The epitome of a luxurious island retreat, this Round Island resort, within Ste Anne Marine National Park, has stunning, spacious villas turned out in a…
Okavango Delta
Eagle Island occupies a stunning concession deep in the waters. The silk-soft tents are suitably luxurious with private plunge pools and vantage points…
Senegal
Step back in time at this elegant 36-room hotel, which first opened its doors back in 1850 and was a favourite with aviator Jean Mermoz and other…
Windhoek
This unique Mediterranean-African hybrid features whimsically decorated rooms complete with original paintings and arty touches. Straddling the divide…
Zanzibar Island
Tucked away on the coast, southeast of Kizimkazi Mkunguni, this is a little gem of a place, with a Caribbean vibe and rooms in simple thatched huts. The…
The Gambia
Perched on a cliff behind Brufut beach, Austrian-run Leo's has five bright, well-appointed rooms and one suite, all attractively furnished. Rooms have…
Namibia
If you've stayed in a Wilderness Safaris lodge before, you know the deal. If you haven't, you're in for a treat. Semiluxurious canvas tents and great food…
Kruger National Park
Ten safari tents, all decked out in classic safari nostalgia style and connected by wooden walkways, make this a wonderful bush experience – as with the…
Nairobi
Owned by the Red Cross, this smart hotel is popular with NGOs and businesspeople alike for its quiet location – equally handy for (if not especially close…
Maputo
This popular place has bright decor, comfortable, good-value rooms (all but one with private bathroom) and a tiny garden. It’s near the British High…
Tetouan
This beautiful medina house with its typical Tetouan architecture has been carefully restored and furnished with a blend of modern and antique pieces. It…
Mahé
Tranquillity: this family-friendly place has 12 sparkling-clean, fully equipped bungalows that are well spaced out; recent furniture and mattresses;…
Zanzibar Town
This hotel was once a palace, built in 1860 for Princess Kholle, favoured daughter of Sultan Said. After meticulous renovation, it now offers bright and…
Kruger National Park
At this pretty camp in a lightly wooded area in the park's north, all but one of the 15 self-catering cottages overlook the Sirheni Dam (avoid No 13, of…
Kenya
Far removed from the tourist lodges in the park itself, this deliciously remote camp inhabits the 748-sq-km Selenkay Conservancy (also known as Eselenkei…
Chobe National Park
Next to the former site of the legendary Lloyd’s Camp, this upmarket retreat consists of 12 large and contemporary thatched chalets with neutral tones,…
Tunis
In an inspired project, this gorgeous 17th-century building replete with original features has been given a chic makeover that respects its history while…
Senegal
In the southern half of Saint-Louis, this grand 19th-century merchant's house has been transformed into a lovely boutique B&B, with three unique rooms,…
Réunion
Run by Christine (hence the name), this boutique-style maison d'hôte (guesthouse), perched on the side of a hill, rejuvenates the weariest of travellers…
Johannesburg
In the upmarket neighbourhood of Dunkeld West, and within walking distance of several nice places to eat and shop, is this sleek hotel with ten spacious,…
Khartoum
A class act all around, this pear-shaped hotel is about as far away from the hubbub as you can get without leaving Khartoum. It has an indoor pool, a gym,…
Tozeur
Secreted in a huge medina house, the six stylish, private suites here are set around an impossibly romantic, lushly planted pool area. There's a quiet,…
KwaZulu-Natal
If you make it all the way to paradise why not splurge a bit? Days at Sea was designed by German photographer Guido Schoeldgen and the European influences…
Johannesburg
Made up of four converted duplex apartment blocks scattered amid a beautifully landscaped garden, the Peech is indeed a peach. The 16 rooms are amply…
Madagascar
If you're after a romantic night, this exquisite 15-room boutique hotel is the place for you. The brick 'pavilions' are an elegant blend of eye-candy…
Etosha National Park
Superb rooms are a hallmark of this beautiful lodge on the private 210-sq-km Epacha Game Reserve. Night drives, great views from its elevated hillside…
Chobe National Park
This quietly elegant and relatively affordable camp, an hour's drive from the Khwai airstrip, is an excellent choice. Appealing if simple tents sit close…
Masai Mara
The name gives things away a little: the look here is classic safari decor, but panoramic views and use of light linens give the whole place a lighter…
Botswana
It's a close-run thing for us to choose between these lovely sites and those of Mabuasehube, around 10km to the north. The Mpayathutlwa sites, on the west…
Botswana
One of the largest private wildlife reserves in Southern Africa is renowned for its big cats and large elephant population. Accommodation is in enormous…
Masai Mara
Nestled nicely in the centre of the reserve and overlooking the Talek River, Mara Intrepids has excellent safari tents that blend safari nostalgia with…
Zanzibar Island
Relaxed, unfussy, cool, stylish. The Nur is this and more. Rooms are in two lines of thatched bungalows; they're straightforward and not massive but…
Accra
The rooms may be snug at this new Osu spot, but they're cool, spotless and pretty good value for the area. Plus there's no need to stay in your room when…
Sierra Leone
Perched on top of a hill, with stunning views out over the city and the ocean, Country Lodge is one of Freetown's fanciest addresses, popular with…
Okavango Delta
Get your khaki and pith-helmet fix from the gorgeous tilted accommodation that hovers over this pretty little corner of the Okavango. Verandas look out…
Kampala
A rare patch of tranquillity with spellbinding views of Lake Victoria and hills that seem to never end. The simple yet tasteful rooms face the lake with…
Namibia
One of the more affordable lodges in the NamibRand, Wolwedans Dune Lodge features an architecturally arresting collection of raised wooden chalets that…
Senegal
Managed by local villagers on the island of Sipo, Keur Bamboung sits in a stunning location in the heart of a 68-sq-km protected marine reserve. Things…
El Jadida
A 16th-century Catholic church has been turned into a one-of-a-kind boutique hotel. The eight rooms mix up church architecture, vintage furniture and…
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