Harare
Harare does charming guesthouses as well as anywhere in the world, and Jacana is one of its best. The tasteful interior designed by the friendly Dutch…
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Madagascar
Peaceful, and set in a beautiful rural location 8km south of Ambalavao on the RN7, the Betsileo Country Lodge basks among glorious landscapes and enormous…
La Digue
Maison Charme de L'île offers home-style comfort, friendly staff and a super-quiet location for an affordable price. A two-minute bike ride from the…
Cape Coast
All profits from this charming guesthouse go to the Baobab Children Foundation, which runs a school for disadvantaged children. The simple rooms are…
Mahé
No, you're not hallucinating, the view is real. Poised on a greenery-shrouded hillside, the five villas overlook Anse Royale – full frame. They're…
Mpumalanga
Perched right on the park boundary, this cracking gay-friendly lodge is a great place to relax pre or post Kruger, perhaps with views of wallowing hippos…
Pretoria
Friendly and relaxed service combined with chic, sandstone-colour-scheme rooms make the Menlyn a hit. Even though it's near a busy highway, calm prevails…
Ghana
Bright and cosy bungalows, some handcrafted using traditional techniques, sit on a beautiful lawn with views down to the lake. A wonderful place to relax…
Rwanda
Now here’s something really special – one of the most atmospheric places to stay in Rwanda. The location is among the best in the country, with incredible…
Zimbabwe
One of Bvumba's best budget traveller picks is this attractive country house (known as Hycroft Cottage) with homely rooms, a calm pastoral setting,…
Santo Antão
In the last roadside village (Chã de Manuel dos Santos) up the valley road from Vila das Pombas is this adorable Spanish-run option housed in an orange…
Arusha
The deservedly popular African Tulip inhabits a quiet green side street and successfully combines a safari theme with a genteel ambience. The large rooms…
Matobo National Park
Tucked away in Matobo's granite, the 10 thatched chalets here are carved and seamlessly blended into the boulders and have bulging rocks as in-room…
Lusaka
Lusaka's best accommodation is this fashionable hotel with an architecturally designed building that resembles a chic contemporary gallery. Its rooms are…
Tafraoute
Located above a mountain valley, expat French owners Bernardette and Jean have crafted a beautiful Moroccan guesthouse with six stylish rooms. Shared…
Tunisia
Situated between the kasbah and the medina, its position alone would make Dar Boumakhlouf a good choice, but it's also one of the most beautiful…
Sal
In a very local neighbourhood 500m from the beach, Sal's most atmospheric B&B has stylish rooms that come in different sizes and pretty colours, and with…
Northern Madagascar
Built in 1902 and once home to Marshall Joffre, this exquisite house was painstakingly restored by French owner Hervé Dumel. Its elevated position…
Zambia
Bayama's Lodge is a real gem for a backwater like Mpika. Under German-Zambian ownership, it is just off the Great North Rd and offers budget rooms or…
Dar es Salaam
With its Afro-Islamic decor, popular restaurant and professional service, the Southern Sun punches way above its weight. Rooms are furnished with plush,…
Kruger National Park
High atop a bluff, this camp offers fantastic views down to the Olifants River, where elephants, hippos and numerous other animals roam. Bungalows 10 to…
Windhoek
Refined elegance is the order of the day at this boutique hotel in Klein Windhoek, which features 10 individually decorated rooms and two suites awash in…
Réunion
Your heart will lift at the dreamy views over the coast; your body will rejuvenate with the Valatchy family's healthy meals (€27, certain evenings); your…
Réunion
Swap stress for bliss at this enticing venue in a splendid property five-minutes' walk from the centre. Handsome, well-thought-out and practical, the…
Namibia
One of Namibia's most opulent and remote safari experiences, Serra Cafema is a breathtaking place. Stunning desert scenery, combined with a special…
Mauritius
What a find! The Bay comes pretty darn close to boutique chic while still keeping prices relatively low. The thoughtfully decorated rooms (bright pillows,…
Kampala
With an excellent location in upmarket Kololo, this Italian-owned designer hotel has smart, well-priced rooms that balance tasteful North African decor…
Zanzibar Island
Demani Lodge is a delightful budget option with neatly constructed cabins and bungalows. There's a seven-bed dorm and double rooms; some have private…
Rif Mountains
The Portuguese owner of this charming mountain refuge some 20km from Chefchaouen is a keen environmentalist and rock climber who works with locals…
Bizerte
This guesthouse is about 5km west of Bizerte and is set above the main road with a commanding – and gorgeous – view of the coast. Rooms are subtly…
Mindelo
In a pretty yellow building near Praça Amilcar Cabral, Kira's earns rave reviews for its well-equipped, handsomely furnished rooms and kind-hearted…
Southern Ethiopia
Kanta Lodge is a friendly, comfortable place with lovely valley views and two types of rooms. The tightly packed tukuls are simply designed but…
Zambia
The Thorn Tree is family-run, homey and very popular, so book ahead to avoid disappointment. Rooms are either in the main house sharing spick-and-span…
Western Tanzania
This comfortable, well-run camp has a prime setting overlooking Katisunga, making it the best place for in-camp wildlife watching. The six tents have…
Okavango Delta
Stylish rooms on slightly elevated wooden decks have a refreshingly contemporary look that you just don't expect to find in this dusty, nondescript border…
La Digue
Loungers, hammocks and other areas of quiet respite are just a few of the treats found in this pension's lovely garden. And set between the flowers,…
Pemba
If you're a romantic with a penchant for luxurious beachside hotels that have an Arabian bent, then this five-star establishment is the business. Sitting…
Rwanda
This is the best top-end option in Musanze and the best value in this price range. While it's certainly very pricey, you do get attentive and efficient…
Selous Game Reserve
Impala Camp has eight well-spaced, nicely appointed tents in a prime setting on the river near Lake Mzizimia. Its restaurant overlooks the river and has…
Ghana
This pretty, ecofriendly haven gets rave reviews from travellers, and rightly so: spotless huts are set beneath palm trees on a gorgeous stretch of beach,…
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