Eastern Cape
This fenced campground near the dam of the same name has 15 gravel sites beneath thorn trees, each with a barbecue, a power point and a self-catering…
Must-see hotels in South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini (Swaziland)
Garden Route
A self-contained house with two double bedrooms. There's modern decor throughout and the open-plan kitchen opens onto a deck with braai (barbecue)…
Northern Cape
This rustic cottage tucked away in the west of the park sleeps four. There is a well-equipped kitchen and a braai area, but no restaurant, bar or pool.
eSwatini (Swaziland)
In a quiet neighbourhood close to the main road, this family-run venture is an acceptable plan B. The seven rooms are unmemorable but get the job done.
Garden Route
It’s about 6km from the centre, but this is a decent budget option with en-suite rooms in a quiet, residential area. Staff can arrange activities.
Lesotho
A simple, well-run guesthouse with friendly staff and hearty meals (book ahead). Rooms are in cute thatched cottages with marvellous views.
eSwatini (Swaziland)
Camping is available at the well-equipped main site near the reserve's reception, with ablutions (hot shower) and braai (barbecue) areas.
Northern Cape
The gardens at this friendly, family-run guesthouse with two cosy rooms are a fairy-tale creation, and run all the way down to the river.
Limpopo
Provides cramped self-catering chalets or B&B rooms. There’s also a bar on site. It’s signposted on the way to/from Vaalwater.
Cape Town
This small guesthouse with offers good-value, fan-cooled rooms decorated with antiques, plus a self-catering unit sleeping up to six.
Knysna
You’ll find mainly double rooms at this large Victorian house a few blocks up from Main St. It's a fairly quiet, family-run hostel.
Sunshine Coast
Fifteen well-equipped self-catering cottages close to the Matyholweni gate, at the southern end of the park, just 3km off the N2.
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Western Cape
Beside the beach on the western side of town. You can hear the waves breaking from your tent. Follow the signs from Rte 44.
Sunshine Coast
Over 20 homestays are offered by Xhosa women in Grahamstown's townships. Meals are available.
Cape Town
Classy villas and apartments in De Waterkant, sleeping from two to eight people.
Cape Town
Rents luxury apartments atop the Cape Quarter and at the Waterfront.
eSwatini (Swaziland)
A basic campsite that offers shared ablutions and shady trees.
Port Elizabeth
Sure, it's located on a quiet street, only a block from the beach, but the neighbourhood is not that enthralling – think a few high-rises and anonymous…
Eastern Cape
Somewhat grand and institutional-looking, almost like an embassy, the aptly named White House has glass windows for panoramic views of cliffs and sea –…
Northern Cape
As close as Kimberley gets to a backpackers, this former convict station occupies leafy grounds off Rte 64, 5km northeast of the centre. Rooms are…
Limpopo
Lodge is something of a misnomer here, and you’ll receive curt service at this red-brick motel on the main road. It has basic, serviceable rooms with…
Sunshine Coast
This beautifully renovated 19th-century house right in the thick of things has spacious rooms behind a tranquil garden. Alas, it charges way too much for…
Stellenbosch
Above an antiques shop in the centre of town, the accommodation here is a little worn but there is a nice cafe downstairs where breakfast is served. Some…
Sunshine Coast
Distinctly unimpressive for the price, the Graham is not quite the three-star heavyweight it thinks it is, but it's right in the thick of things.
Sea Point to Hout Bay
This 1960s landmark received a massive overhaul in 2017 after years of neglect but it seems the hotel is doomed and it closed once more in June 2018. New…
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