There is a wide range of hotels in Southern and East Africa. Most of them are located in or near the main city gateways of Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban and Nairobi. Our favourite full service hotels in Cape Town are located centrally in the city and Waterfront district and have mountain and sea views. There is a handful of luxury hotels that we like to use in Johannesburg, notably within easy access of the airport. Many travelers need to overnight in Nairobi en route to their East Africa safari circuit. Here too, there is a selection of hotels to suit most travel styles.
Situated just a boat ride from the coastal town of Pemba in Northern Mozambique, the exclusive Londo Lodge has jaw dropping views of the Indian Ocean and boasts a private beach, excellent boating and water activities and privacy par excellence – it’s ideal for those looking for a luxury island escape away from it all.
A beautiful ivy-clad manor with giraffes roaming the grassy meadow before visiting guests for breakfast, Giraffe Manor isn’t a Disney animation, but a luxury guesthouse in the green suburbs of Nairobi. Set in 12 hectares of private land within the indigenous Langata forest in the upmarket suburb of Karen, the property is home to a…
At an altitude of 857 metres above sea level and nestled in 10 acres of pristine riverine forest on the western bank of the Samburu National Reserve’s Uaso Nyiro River, Samburu Game Lodge is one of the jewels in Kenyas wildlife crown. The area is a true wilderness paradise with abundant wildlife and some of…
Situated only 3 kilometres from the centre of Dar es Salaam and 16 kms from the airport this 4 star all suite hotel offers a selection of studio to three-bedroom apartments in a garden setting. 48 apartments in a 2 acre beautifully landscaped plot means one thing for sure – lots of open space! Protea…
The ultimate way to unwind from the stresses of a fast-paced city life is to escape to a tropical island where the most pressing decision of your day is whether to bask in the sun on the beach all day, or simply sip cocktails by the pool. If this is what you’re looking for in…
The grande dame of Nairobi, Fairmont The Norfolk has been at the centre of the city’s high life for 110 years now. Today it offers an oasis of peace in the middle of the bustling city that has grown up around it, welcoming safari and business travellers alike with professional and dedicated service and all…
The iconic ‘pink diamond’ of Johannesburg’s prestigious hillside suburb, Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff re-opened in December 2014 after a major renovation by new owners Four Seasons. The fabulous views looking over the Johannesburg zoo, the green leafy suburbs and city skyline to the Magaliesberg hills remain unchanged, while the majestic interiors have been completely…
Zimbali Lodge has long lured in visitors making their way up the north coast of KwaZulu-Natal. With leaning palms, subtropical gardens, and a classy resort style, this is just the place to lean back and let nature soothe your soul.Zimbali, meaning “valley of flowers” in isiZulu, perfectly captures the iconic Zimbali Coastal Resort in which…
One of Johannesburg’s most prestigious hotels, The Saxon is known for its discreet elegance and subtle glamour. Set in ten acres of beautiful tropical gardens in the quiet suburb of Sandhurst, a short drive from Sandton, the boutique hotel has been patronised by Nelson Mandela and by Oprah among other luminaries who enjoy the sanctuary…