eSwatini (Swaziland)
In search of an authentic rural experience in a wonderfully scenic location? Beeline for this community-run lodge perched high on the edge of a gorge in…
Must-see hotels in South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini (Swaziland)
The Wild Coast
Power down and disconnect at this ecologically minded coastal retreat, which offers accommodation (six doubles and one eight-bed dorm) in traditionally…
The Wild Coast
On the isolated northern bank of the beautiful Mtentu Estuary, just across from Mkambati, is this lodge. Six comfortable wood cabins and a dorm with ocean…
Eastern Cape
About 15km south of Hogsback, located in Elundini village on the gravel road to Seymour, this backpackers offers total immersion in a Xhosa village…
Lesotho
In a suburban estate-like gated village, this property initially looks rather bland, but it improves when you see the terrace's stunning dam view…
Lesotho
Set in neat grounds with mountain views, this old trading post is located about 40km southeast of Roma, off the tar road to Semonkong and the south. The…
Maseru Backpackers & Conference Centre
Lesotho
Linked to a British Anglican NGO and run by locals, this hostel has sparse, clean four- to eight-bed dorms and four-bed dorms and private rooms in a six…
Blyde River Canyon
This rambling resort has a wide choice of accommodation. The solid brick chalets on the canyon's edge are well set up, with TV, kitchenette, shower and…
Eastern Cape
Get way off the grid at this unique and inspiring mountainside farm retreat situated at 1350m. The DIY aesthetic and philosophy of the owner (bareback…
Limpopo
If you don’t mind roughing it a little, this unique property offers accommodation in climbers’ huts beneath rocky escarpments. The glass-walled huts have…
Johannesburg
There are 12 loft-style rooms, each one designed by a different artist and inspired by a particular era in the city’s history, at this art-themed hotel in…
Sunshine Coast
A cool spot for budget-conscious travellers, this no-frills venture has a prime beachfront location despite being 500m south of the centre. It has a wide…
Kruger National Park
This modern brick-built camp, 12km from Malelane Gate, lacks the old-school bush feel but its location in the Malelane Mountains' shadow makes up for it,…
Northern Cape
Occupying a series of beautifully restored townhouses, Hantam is the perfect place to soak up Calvinia’s country quiet and old-world charm. Die Dorphuis,…
Durban
After opening a hit backpackers in Johannesburg, Curiocity turned its sights on Durban. Accommodation here is in a perfectly charming colonial building…
Kruger National Park
Although more town than camp, Kruger's largest camp is unobtrusive and has a great location on the Sabie River. There’s an extensive range of…
KwaZulu-Natal
Dundee is not known for its wildlife viewing, but Ingundlane is an excellent private reserve that features a superb lodge with upmarket accommodation. Its…
Cape Town
Set in expansive gardens, this handsome Cape Dutch Revival homestead dating from 1908 was designed by Sir Herbert Baker. The rooms and suites are spacious…
Cape Town
A stay at this boutique hotel-cum-art installation is anything but boring. Thirteen artists were given free rein to design the boudoirs of their dreams;…
Cape Town
A glitzy makeover has transformed this historic estate into a bling-tastic property with 19 suites offering features such as 'his and her' bathrooms…
The Wild Coast
An enduringly popular option for travellers looking to surf, hike and party, situated off the main drag. The complex is rather labyrinthine, with bright…
KwaZulu-Natal
Dripping with character, this grand old hotel (1902) is a good midrange option. Rooms are a bit old and rickety (and water pressure can be hit-and-miss),…
KwaZulu-Natal
This old dame exudes a slightly faded, late-19th-century charm, and its English-style flavour is perfect for a spot of post–Rorke’s Drift R&R. The rooms…
Cape Town
Perfectly located in the middle of the city's restaurant and bar action, SunSquare offers stylish if compact rooms, some with excellent views of Table…
KwaZulu-Natal
For the best view in the Battlefields area check out the common areas and restaurant of this hotel. A large rotunda with walls of windows, massive sofas…
Gauteng
Kloofzicht is on a small nature reserve featuring elands, warthogs, blue wildebeests, red hartebeests, gemsbok and zebras. There’s also a fly-fishing…
Johannesburg
We're not sold on the metallic animal print upholstered chairs in the lobby, but otherwise it's a big thumbs up for this new, efficiently run business…
Johannesburg
This quirky hostel is set in a rambling mansion that looks like a miniature castle and was once the home of a 1970s drugs baron. The wide assortment of…
Johannesburg
Best described as 'urban chic', this sexy number is a short amble from Rosebank's shopping malls. The 75 rooms are spacious and elegantly restrained, and…
Johannesburg
One of the latest projects of Propertuity, the developers of Maboneng, is this hip hotel with rooms on floors four and five of a renovated 1970s building…
KwaZulu-Natal
This delightful spot on a working farm oozes with urban style and country charm: chic designer fabrics, cozy bathrobes and lots of trimmings, plus a…
Northern Cape
Molopo is a traditional safari lodge offering excellent value. Accommodation includes rondavels (round huts), simple chalets and more luxurious versions,…
eSwatini (Swaziland)
This is a wonderfully relaxing option with six tastefully designed rooms, a pool and a terrific sculpture garden. Each room has a different theme and…
The Wild Coast
This venerable hotel offers a great mix of old-fashioned charm and modern elements, with generous buffet meals, a lovely thatched beach bar and chalet…
Mantenga Cultural Village & Nature Reserve
eSwatini (Swaziland)
These digs within the Mantenga Nature Reserve offer something different, with a cluster of offbeat bungalows, many of which overlook a river, set in lush…
Lesotho
Signposted from the main road near the Letseng Diamond Mine, roughly halfway between Mokhotlong and Oxbow, is this wilderness getaway in the pristine…
KwaZulu-Natal
Right next to the entrance to the Umtamvuna Nature Reserve, Vuna Valley Lodge is an old standby in the area. It came under new ownership in 2017 and has…
The Wild Coast
This smart hotel overlooks an amazing coastal ecosystem, in which two rivers share a mouth and dune forest meets the world's southernmost mangroves…
eSwatini (Swaziland)
Hidden 27km southwest of Mbabane in picturesque hills, Foresters Arms has a haunting but beautiful remoteness. The air is clean, the views suggestive, the…
Kruger National Park
Just south of Olifants, this atmospheric camp has just six huts and 15 campsites. There’s no electricity, but lanterns are provided for huts (a torch is…
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