The Peech Boutique Hotel
Located in Melrose, a chic suburb of the bustling and vibey city of Johannesburg, The Peech is an exquisite boutique hotel with rooms and suites spread throughout two acres of lush gardens Whether it’s for a pit-stop on the way to Cape Town or before/after a safari, The Peech epitomises style and comfort. Spacious and snug,…
Garonga Safari Camp
Garonga Safari Camp is one of the best-valued bush experiences in our mind. Offering safaris in the 22’000ha Greater Makalali Private Game Reserve, a secluded corner of South African bush, away from the crowds of Kruger National Park. There are 3 options at Garonga – Garonga Safari Camp, Little Garonga and MCH Tented Camp, each…
Ellerman House
Ellerman House is the crème-dela-crème of boutique hotels in Cape Town. Set high in the exclusive suburb of Bantry Bay, Ellerman House offers spectacular views across the Atlantic Ocean and quite often, guests will be able to see whales in the harbour right from their rooms! With only 13 individually-styled bedrooms, attention to detail and…
Birkenhead House
Set atop a rocky outcrop in the quaint seaside town of Hermanus, Birkenhead House enjoys a fantastic seaside location and great access to the secluded Voelklip Beach. Rooms at Birkenhead are designed in a quirky Louis XIV-meets-Nantucket style, lending an unusual sense of seaside luxury. The sister properties of Birkenhead House include the Silo Hotel…
Babylonstoren
While many visitors to the Western Cape’s famed Winelands will know about the sprawling gardens of Babylonstoren – which are indeed well worth a visit and exploration, only a few know about the stunning, small hotel located on the estate. Options include a range of cottages (one, two and three-bedroom cottages) as well as the…
Tintswalo Atlantic
Situated right on the edge of the ocean, Tintswalo Atlantic is aptly named. Guests will fall asleep to the sound of the waves crashing on the shore mere meters below their luxurious suites and in the shadows of the iconic Chapman’s Peak Drive. Each of the 8 suites offer a unique design and theme –…
Peponi Hotel
Welcome to island paradise! Situated in the Indian Ocean off the North Kenyan coast, on the remote island of Lamu this small boutique hotel breaths laid back island living. It is surrounded by lush, tropical gardens, and full of Swahili history. The Lamu archipelago is steeped in history, intertwining cultures from across the globe for…
Arathusa Safari Lodge
Arathusa Safari Lodge is one of the best value properties in the famed Sabi Sands region, and therefore is highly sought after. Booking early is important to secure space! Each of the 12 suites are uniquely designed though all have a ‘red-thread’ of fresh interiors and a focus on light and space. Each has both…
Thonga Beach Lodge
Located in one of South Africa’s most pristine wilderness beach locales, the iSimangaliso Wetland Park (which is recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Thonga Beach is the perfect place for those seeking a secluded coastal experience. With 12 thatched eco-rooms, dotted along the hillside overlooking the stunning shore below, Thonga Beach Lodge offers basic,…
Fundu Lagoon
This secluded and peaceful resort – only accessible by boat – is set on a beautiful beach in the south west of Tanzania’s Pemba Island, near some of the world’s top dive sites and surrounded by a mangrove which can also be explored by canoe. Wooden walkways and sandy paths lead to 18 Makuti thatched…
Akademie Street
Located in the heart of the charming Winelands town of Franschhoek, Akademie Street is a quaint, boutique hotel which is the perfect base for guests to explore the stunning region. Walking distance to the town’s many cafes, galleries, boutique shops and restaurants, Akademie Street is an ideal option for those looking to explore the historic…
La Cotte Farm
La Cotte Farm is uniquely situated a stone’s throw from the charming village of Franschhoek. It offers close proximity to the fun and bustle of the main street with all the quiet, privacy and rural charm of a working wine farm. Guests have the choice of a range of self-catering cottages which are perfect for…