Kruger National Park
Khoka Moya has 15 permanent safari tents spread out along an elevated boardwalk in the bush. Each has sitting area, covered deck, polished-cement floors…
Must-see hotels in South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini (Swaziland)
Sunshine Coast
Addo’s main rest camp, at the park headquarters, has myriad cottages, chalets, safari tents and rondavels (round huts with a conical roofs), some…
The Wild Coast
Just steps from the restaurant of the same name you’ll find this airy loft-style cottage with lovely ocean views from its front porch. It features a well…
Sea Point to Hout Bay
The word thulani is Zulu for ‘peace and tranquillity’ – the perfect description of this German-run guesthouse, an African-thatched mansion tucked away in…
KwaZulu-Natal
While it might be a little pricier than your average backpackers, there are million-rand views from the double rooms here that overlook the water. Or you…
Eastern Cape
The social centre of this party hostel is the large bar and restaurant area that opens onto a large fire pit. A range of accommodation is available,…
Garden Route
As well as riverside campsites there are rondavels (round huts), some with shared ablutions and all with rudimentary kitchen facilities. In the southern…
Northern Cape
Based in one of Port Nolloth's oldest buildings, Bedrock is a quirky place crammed with all sorts of eccentric knick-knacks and antique collectables. It’s…
Sunshine Coast
Appropriately, an account of this gracious house's 200-year history is the first thing you see you see upon entering. Rooms are split between the main…
The Wild Coast
This suburban compound is a nice surprise and a bonanza for budgeteers. It shelters three dorms and three standard rooms in wooden cabins. Owner Angus is…
Johannesburg
Owner Conway has turned this villa into a peaceful, welcoming B&B with stylish, large and well-equipped rooms (with private entrances) and great amenities…
Johannesburg
Ginnegaap is a contemporary inner-city townhouse attached to an old-world Melville beauty. You can lounge in the established garden that runs right up to…
Kruger National Park
This 18-person bush lodge on the Timbavati River must be booked in advance and on an exclusive basis. There are no facilities other than equipped kitchens…
Cape Town
This appealing guesthouse and cafe has a central position in De Waterkant. The cafe's tables spill out onto a terrace with good views of the area. Rooms…
Knysna
On the seaward side of the lagoon, the hills drop to Brenton-on-Sea, overlooking a magnificent 8km beach. The chalets have a full kitchen while cabins…
KwaZulu-Natal
It’s a good sign when you see the owner in chef’s garb cooking a full English breakfast. Here six small units of varying shapes and sizes surround a small…
Eastern Cape
Climbing this three-storey castellated tower is like stepping into a fairy tale. The top room has a round double bed, covered with a quilt made at the…
Sea Point to Hout Bay
It's not technically on the promenade, but this trendily monochrome designer hotel is close enough that the (pricier) rooms with balconies have sea views…
Limpopo
Even if you're not the sort to stay at a golfing estate, this place is worth considering. Rooms are an appealing mix of classic safari furnishings (heavy…
Johannesburg
The laid-back Gecko is an attractive and very popular guesthouse right at the heart of the 7th St mischief. The rooms outside the house, in a semidetached…
Western Cape
The national park campground is a lovely spot at the edge of the river east of town, and it’s a 2km walk from the beach. There are clean bathrooms and…
Cape Town
The old wash houses, in a leafy location at the edge of the national park, have been converted into very stylish and spacious self-catering units. They…
eSwatini (Swaziland)
Set in a pristine and secluded setting about 14km from Ndlovu Camp, Bhubesi Camp features tasteful four-person, self-catering stone bungalows that…
eSwatini (Swaziland)
An upmarket experience in the heart of the Malkerns Valley. The manicured garden – there’s not a leaf out of place – gives a good indication of this abode…
Pretoria
This elegant guesthouse in the leafy suburb of Menlo Park is just the ticket for those seeking a stylish home-away-from-home experience. The four self…
KwaZulu-Natal
Rates here are a bit higher than your typical B&B, but it's located in a purpose-built recent construction that offers a comfort level more akin to a…
Kruger National Park
Way up in Kruger's north, tall mopane trees and palms shade this relaxed camp, with a mix of old-style bungalows in circle A and some large, new modern…
Johannesburg
The rooms are big but rather plainly decorated at the Parktonian. However, it offers great facilities, rates are good and it’s handily set if you want to…
Limpopo
These cottages, 33km north of Vaalwater off the Melkrivier road, range from the dual-level ‘Bushwillow’, with its free-standing bath and modern kitchen,…
Western Cape
This delightful place has tastefully furnished rooms and a small pool in the rambling gardens. It’s close to the start of the Boesmanskloof Trail, and if…
Northern Cape
Situated within the dry Nossob riverbed and surrounded by tree savannah, this camp is a good place to spot predators. The chalets vary in size but all…
Cape Town
Found on the fourth floor of the WEX1 building, Stock Exchange is a youthful, trendy hotel decked out in contemporary furnishings. All rooms come with…
Kruger National Park
A great option for groups or large families, this very comfortable five-suite self-catering lodge is rented on an exclusive basis. There is a large braai …
Cape Town
The Italian monastic-order Scalabrini Fathers have provided welfare services to Cape Town’s poor and to refugees since 1994. Housed in a former textile…
Limpopo
After a long day on the N1, this quirky, colourful, mist-shrouded guesthouse’s name seems apt. It has a bar-restaurant (mains R90) with a veranda (ideal…
Johannesburg
It's a sign of the improving security of downtown Jo'burg that a fairly cool backpackers has opened here. Basic rooms have some nice decorative touches,…
Eastern Cape
Just off the main access road into the village from the N2, Armagh is practically hidden from view by a lush and leafy garden. The nine rooms are snug and…
Kruger National Park
Set high among large granite boulders 23km south of Mopani, this five-bungalow self-catering lodge has views over the plains. The lodge must be booked in…
Eastern Cape
Every aspect of this Victorian-era home is tastefully curated by its friendly and professional owners. Inside are high ceilings, cedar and pine floors,…
Johannesburg
Life feels less hurried in this oasis of calm, between Rosebank and Sandton. This secluded country-style home harbours 33 rooms and is perfect for those…
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