Namibia
Wabi is a private luxury set-up almost 30km from Waterberg Plateau on the D2512. The Swiss owners have imparted their heritage on the design and…
Must-see hotels in Southern Africa
Okavango Delta
Eagle Island occupies a stunning concession deep in the waters. The silk-soft tents are suitably luxurious with private plunge pools and vantage points…
Windhoek
This unique Mediterranean-African hybrid features whimsically decorated rooms complete with original paintings and arty touches. Straddling the divide…
Namibia
If you've stayed in a Wilderness Safaris lodge before, you know the deal. If you haven't, you're in for a treat. Semiluxurious canvas tents and great food…
Kruger National Park
Ten safari tents, all decked out in classic safari nostalgia style and connected by wooden walkways, make this a wonderful bush experience – as with the…
Maputo
This popular place has bright decor, comfortable, good-value rooms (all but one with private bathroom) and a tiny garden. It’s near the British High…
Chobe National Park
Next to the former site of the legendary Lloyd’s Camp, this upmarket retreat consists of 12 large and contemporary thatched chalets with neutral tones,…
Kruger National Park
At this pretty camp in a lightly wooded area in the park's north, all but one of the 15 self-catering cottages overlook the Sirheni Dam (avoid No 13, of…
Johannesburg
In the upmarket neighbourhood of Dunkeld West, and within walking distance of several nice places to eat and shop, is this sleek hotel with ten spacious,…
KwaZulu-Natal
If you make it all the way to paradise why not splurge a bit? Days at Sea was designed by German photographer Guido Schoeldgen and the European influences…
Johannesburg
Made up of four converted duplex apartment blocks scattered amid a beautifully landscaped garden, the Peech is indeed a peach. The 16 rooms are amply…
Etosha National Park
Superb rooms are a hallmark of this beautiful lodge on the private 210-sq-km Epacha Game Reserve. Night drives, great views from its elevated hillside…
Chobe National Park
This quietly elegant and relatively affordable camp, an hour's drive from the Khwai airstrip, is an excellent choice. Appealing if simple tents sit close…
Botswana
It's a close-run thing for us to choose between these lovely sites and those of Mabuasehube, around 10km to the north. The Mpayathutlwa sites, on the west…
Botswana
One of the largest private wildlife reserves in Southern Africa is renowned for its big cats and large elephant population. Accommodation is in enormous…
Okavango Delta
Get your khaki and pith-helmet fix from the gorgeous tilted accommodation that hovers over this pretty little corner of the Okavango. Verandas look out…
Namibia
One of the more affordable lodges in the NamibRand, Wolwedans Dune Lodge features an architecturally arresting collection of raised wooden chalets that…
Northern Mozambique
The Quilálea offers delicious Robinson Crusoe–like tranquility, but rather than Man Friday to keep you company you get butler service, exquisite meals,…
Kruger National Park
Beautiful, spacious suites here are for those who like four walls between them and the African night. And those walls are beautifully decorated with Afro…
Kruger National Park
As you'd expect from a lodge that's the plaything of Sir Richard Branson, Ulusaba is an extravagant place, with marvellous views out over Sabi Sand from…
Limpopo
If it’s a touch of luxury you’re after and you don’t mind being out of town, this ranch offers four-star rooms that feature varnished wooden furniture and…
Franschhoek
If there's anywhere in South Africa that you're going to blow the budget, Franschhoek might as well be it. The luxurious rooms at this quiet hotel are a…
Kalahari Anib Lodge & Campsite
Namibia
Gorgeous wood-floored rooms here have a more contemporary look than your average safari lodge and we love it all the more for it. There are also three…
Damaraland
The sites at this camp are dotted around the base of the Spitzkoppe and surrounding outcrops. Most are set in magical rock hollows and provide a sense of…
Gauteng
Dark woods, tan linens, sandy-coloured walls and a few kitschy touches give this spacious guesthouse an air of early-'80s post-disco chill. However,…
Chameleon Backpackers Lodge & Guesthouse
Windhoek
With a chilled vibe and a considerable range of accommodation options, this Backpackers offers decent-sized, luxurious African-chic rooms and spick-and…
Okavango Delta
The favourite campsite for many self-drivers, Third Bridge has sites away from the main track – set on the edge of a lagoon (watch out for hippos and…
Botswana
The cheaper, family-friendly version of Uncharted Africa's trio of camps, Camp Kalahari is nonetheless luxurious. Beautiful safari tents brimful of old…
Namibia
Named after a common French expression that translates to ‘it is good’, this charmer of a hotel takes its moniker to heart, blending Namibian design with…
Cape Town
Once has a great vibe and location, and every room has its own bathroom. While the rooms are pretty compact, they are all pleasantly decorated. There's a…
Northern Mozambique
This Portuguese-owned B&B is heavy with antiques and redolent of the exotic flavours of northern Mozambique. The six rooms, nay suites, are doused in…
Namibia
Removed from the main lodge area and hence quieter and more discreet, the Bush Camp and nearby Bush Suites are beautifully turned out. The camp rooms are…
Victoria Falls (town)
One of the best spots to splash out; the luxurious ‘tents’ have a classic lodge feel and are set on a private concession within the Victoria Falls…
Mozambique
If you're feeling isolated in Songo, head to one of the Montebelo group's newer acquisitions (formerly Hotel Girassol), a small but select place with…
Botswana
The Khumaga Campsite sits high above the Boteti River and is an attractive site with good shade, braai pits and an excellent ablutions block with flush…
Namibia
Community-run Ngatutunge campsite is perched along the Hoarusib River 2km from Purros village, and surprisingly has hot showers, flush toilets, well…
Namibia
This upmarket lodge appeals to travellers of all budgets by offering manicured campsites and rustic A-frame huts alongside its polished rooms. An…
Livingstone
With a good location in the centre of town, Olga's offers clean, spacious rooms with cool tiled floors, teak furniture and slick bathrooms just a few feet…
Winelands
Highly recommended by readers is this friendly home with well-appointed rooms and family-friendly self-catering units (from R1200). Owner-chef Gunther…
KwaZulu-Natal
For chic, ocean-facing luxury you can't do much better than this renowned hotel next to the lighthouse. Rooms have special amenities such as on-demand…
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