Category: Accommodation

I recently won a 2 night stay in one of Cape Town’s most affluent suburbs – 2 nights that would have cost more than my monthly salary. Maybe it was my fault for having high expectations (isn’t that the normal response for this situation?), or maybe I’ve just been spoilt by exceptional stays at less […]

Believe it or not, it’s not too late to plan your December holiday. We’ve found over 50 stays across South Africa where you can enjoy a summer getaway. If you don’t happen to find the right spot below, there are still loads more available! WESTERN CAPE Impangele, Swellendam You’ll feel right at home at Impangele, […]

With the year drawing to a close, now is when everyone is feeling the  need to get away to a tranquil accommodation, where you can find your inner peace and motivation, and reclaim your waning joie de vivre. The following accommodations offer beautiful views and serene atmospheres that make them ideal for relaxation.   Western […]

We South Africans love our Jacuzzis. They make holidays that much more luxurious. It’s hard not to feel like you’ve got blue blood buzzing through your veins when sipping on cocktails in your own bubbling throne. Here are the best places to stay KwaZulu-Natal that have a Jacuzzi on-site.   1. Manaar House, Umhlanga Rocks […]

After 33km of navigating a bumpy dirt road in our tiny Fiat Palio, I was left feeling a lot more like a martini being shaken – not stirred – than an excited first time visitor to one of the most beautiful parts of the Cape: De Hoop Nature Reserve. We finally arrived at our destination […]

Hotel. Tick. Guest house. Tick. Campsite. Tick. You’ve tried them all, and you’ve got the T-shirt. Now you’re aching to try something different. Something to brag to your friends about on Twitter, Instagram, and Flickr. A place you may never have dreamed you could sleep in. Well, it’s your lucky day! We’ve stumbled across some […]

It’s not every day you get to watch whales from your bathtub. Unless you’re staying on the cliffs of De Kelders, that is. De where? It’s likely you’ve never heard of this little suburb on the northern end of Gansbaai, despite the fact that De Kelders is one of the world’s best whale watching destinations. […]

If you’re seeking a restful getaway with beautiful views and opulent touches, far from the bustling crowds, consider staying at the following lodges: 1. Sabella Private Retreat, Marble Hall, Limpopo Sabella Private Retreat is part of a Wildlife Sanctuary so you can expect to see species like zebra, gemsbok, leopard, buffalo, giraffe, blue wildebeest, and […]