Rio Muni
While the rooms are fairly plain here, there is a lovely pool by the sea, surrounded by thatched cabanas. There's a restaurant and bar, too. The hotel is…
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Limpopo
Classy and stylish rooms with tiled floors, muted colour schemes and plenty of space make this a good option. It's in town, but doesn't feel like it is,…
Cabo Verde
Offers very clean rooms with quality mattresses and all the mod cons in a central location near the church. Some rooms open onto shared balconies, and the…
Ghana
The ugly concrete building is rather uninspiring, but the rooms are breezy and cool, and some have little balconies overlooking the sea. There's direct…
Northern Tunisia
This lift-equipped three-star hotel with a popular pavement cafe has 16 smart colourful rooms; some also have tiny balconies and good bay views –…
Northern Cape
Sunk into a sand dune and with decks gazing over the vast desert, these gorgeous tented cabins feel like they're in the middle of nowhere, though it's…
Southern Ethiopia
One of Yabelo's most commendable pensions, with a dozen fair-sized, simply furnished rooms opening onto a flowering courtyard, a stone's throw from the…
Western Cape
The rooms at this purportedly haunted hotel are decked out in period style. Dinner is available and guests are invited to join tour guide Johnny for a…
Northern Cape
With sliding doors and dark wood, the self-catering chalets sleep up to six in three comfortable, compact rooms with shared bathroom. There's a swimming…
Daddy Long Legs Hotel Apartments
Cape Town
Daddy's super-stylish apartments – an ideal choice if you crave hotel-suite luxury but want to self-cater – are at the top end of Long St, right in the…
Dadès Valley
This well-maintained guesthouse has electricity and decent mattresses, and the common area covered by grape trellises makes an excellent place to kick…
Mpumalanga
A good choice just off the main drag, Holme Lea has spacious, contemporary rooms with tiled floors and private entrances, set in a palm-filled garden with…
KwaZulu-Natal
Comfortable, well-designed rooms with modern amenities net this place glowing reviews from travellers, but it's the ocean views from the deck and pool…
Garden Route
It gets rave reviews from readers, and we can’t argue: this is a well-run and very friendly guesthouse offering magnificent lagoon views. Delicious…
Northern Tanzania
A base for both independent travellers and large overland trucks, Njake Jambo has a shaded and well-maintained grassy camping area, plus 16 good rooms in…
Toubkal National Park
Privately owned Refuge Les Mouflons' lounge can be chilly but is otherwise a good option, with more facilities than the nearby CAF refuge, a well-stocked…
Kenya
A well-priced tented camp in a good location close to Kanderi Swamp, Ndololo Safari Camp has a tight cluster of tents that are far more reasonably priced…
Ghana
Cosy bungalows with somewhat snug rooms are set in lush landscaped grounds next to the river. There are boats to rent, a good restaurant and even a…
Northern Tanzania
Arguably the most upmarket option in the Machame/Moshi area, this former outpost of the South African Protea chain has good midrange rooms with…
Ghana
The rooms in this new hotel may look as if they were designed in the 1980s, but they are clean and spacious, with plenty of mod cons. There's also a good…
Cabo Verde
One block from the main plaza in Nova Sintra, this good-value option has 20 rooms, clean and comfortably furnished; the best open onto a shared balcony…
Sunshine Coast
Three luxury self-catering cottages among lawns and coral trees on the site of a historic homestead atop Wesley Hill. Offers seclusion, privacy and…
Cabo Verde
Perched on a hill just outside the centre of Nova Sintra, this friendly Italian-owned spot has attractive rooms with fine views over the island. Good…
The East
Set in a modern house, this inn has four functional but clean rooms with sloping ceilings and well-maintained communal facilities above the dining room. A…
Réunion
Up on Le Dimitile. Has basic accommodation in five- to 12-person dorms. It's usually open on weekends only. From the gîte to the viewpoint, it's a 30- to…
Zanzibar Town
Despite its unexciting appearance and dark wood interior, the family-run Abuso is a solid choice with spacious rooms and friendly staff. Triple and quad…
Botswana
This simple campsite has shade and latrines but no running water. The location is everything – Polentswa is in the heart of some of Kgalagadi's richest…
Northern Tanzania
This mountain lodge wouldn't win a style award, and it's a touch overpriced, but it's still a good choice. Rooms are large and comfortable, with tiled…
Knysna
A small, friendly hostel run by two former overland truck drivers. There's lots of info on activities in the area, mountain bikes to rent (R20 per hour)…
Au P'tit Coin Charmant – Chez Hélène Payet
Réunion
Set in an alluring tropical garden, this well-run B&B offers few frills, just a genuine Creole welcome and hearty meals (dinner €27) that get rave reviews…
Plettenberg Bay
Well-run and friendly, Albergo can organise just about any activity in the area and there are free body boards to use. The upstairs dorm has huge windows…
Ceuta
This place is in a charming location and offers a warm welcome. Rooms are airy with nice pine furniture; the best have wrought-iron balconies overlooking…
Sharm El Sheikh
With grand villa styling, superior service and vast landscaped gardens, the Hyatt is a serene retreat. Standard rooms are classically decorated and many…
Dar es Salaam
Straightforward one-bedroom furnished, serviced apartments with kitchen, located about 1.5km north of the Slipway and just east of Chole Rd. Minimum stay…
Pretoria
This delightful property offers well-presented and spacious self-catering rooms and helpful, friendly service. There’s a swimming pool and a shaded…
Senegal
The pick of Joal's lodging options, Keur Seynabou has four nicely designed rooms (three with ocean views) set around a pool and gardens. It's a short walk…
Hermanus
Some of the bright, modern rooms have kitchenettes and all have a balcony or terrace. It's a delightful seaside hotel and the ocean views from the…
Northern Tanzania
In the vicinity of Momella gate are three areas of public campsites, including one with a shower. There are pretty views from here, but the sites can get…
Sunshine Coast
This highly recommended tranquil, shaded park has excellent two-bedroom chalets (sleeping four) as well as fully grassed areas for campers and well…
Senegal
Right on the beach, New Blue Africa has clean, simple rooms and welcoming staff. The backyard with lounge chairs beneath palms is just a coconut's toss…
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