Accommodation The romantic atmosphere of the spacious and luxurious tented suites, recalls the golden era of safari in the early 1900's; yet with the comfort and excellence associated with Africa's finest game lodges.
The gracious main house, built in 1856, has been immaculately restored and period furnished, recalling the opulence and romance of noble safari.
Lazy colonial verandas spill out onto the African plains, and the luxury tented suites with thatched canopies, comfortable king-sized beds and private terraces perch over the panoramic landscape – personalised, warm and unobtrusive service with meticulous attention to detail, are the hallmarks of a Hunter Hotels property.
The Gorah House - Restored to its 19th century colonial splendour and period furnished, the main house reflects a noble opulence and delivers the meticulous service and attention to detail that characterises Hunter's properties.
At the River Bend Lodge, you can watch herds of Elephants feeding a short distance away, listen to the songs of some 250 bird species, enjoy a personalized game drive into the nearby mountains and discover varying vegetation from thick forested valleys, open savannah plains to hillsides rich in Fynbos.
Enjoy plentiful game activities guided by professional guides who will take you on adventurous game drives and who will reveal the fascinating history of this revitalized wilderness.
Children of all ages are welcome at the River Bend Lodge in the Addo Elephant National Park. Various activities are on offer including a playroom where hours of fun can be had. The team at the River Bend Lodge is geared towards every need and children will be taken on walks with their guide, baking biscuits with the chef or doing mini treatments with the Beauty Therapist. Should children decide not to join a game drive or dinner, the lodge provides trained child minders to take care of them while the parents can relax and enjoy the beauty of the Addo Elephant National Park and make use of the luxury facilities at River Bend Lodge. A specially designed kiddies menu of all-time favourites forms part of the commitment to ensuring a pleasant stay for all guests.
At River Bend Lodge, a small number of individual suites, all of which are tastefully designed, invite you to relax and enjoy incredible tranquillity and privacy - a haven, worlds away from the crowds of modern life. Nestled around beautifully landscaped gardens, the spacious suites at the River Bend Lodge provide endless views of untamed Africa. From the suite, a short stroll along a scenic garden path will take you to the lounge and dining areas. Guests are able to relax at the poolside, enjoy a late afternoon high tea on the terrace, or sip a cocktail in the Polo Bar.
Ballito, which is known as the ‘Pearl’ of the Dolphin Coast, lies in the heart of the Dolphin Coast. Ballito is flanked to the east by golden beaches and the warm waters of the Indian Ocean. Ballito’s friendly, village atmosphere is a welcome haven from the fast pace of the big city life, yet it offers all the modern amenities and services to residents and holiday-makers alike.
The Auberge Burgundy, offering luxurious accommodation and fine cuisine, situated in the historical heart of Hermanus (the hub of the Whale Route), offers spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. Guests will fall in love with the magnificent scenery and the perfect setting between mountains and sea means there are ample opportunities for relaxation and recreation.
Auberge Provence in Hermanus, South Africa, is built around a romantic central courtyard with a cool charcoal and travertine pool. Guests staying at this luxury guest house can enjoy sumptuous breakfasts under a grapevined terrace. The cool interiors and rich colours of this retreat offer a haven of enormous charm and style. Classic decoration, works of art and large stone fireplaces impart a sense of timeless elegance.
Bantry Bay’s magnificent beaches are sheltered from the wind all year round. This makes the area very popular with locals and tourists alike and provides for a lively and cosmopolitan feel. Clifton beach itself has been naturally divided into four separate beaches by large granite boulders. These beaches are known as Clifton First, Second, Third and Fourth beaches.
Guests at The Bantry Bay Luxury Suites are able to hang glide, wind surf and even scuba dive locally. The Bantry Bay Luxury Suites Hotel is also in close proximity to world-class golf courses so bring your clubs along so as not to miss out on all that Cape Town has to offer. Visitors can easily take a trip from Cape Town to the famous Robben Island or visit one of the many museums. Cape Town has much to offer in terms of entertainment, from markets to shopping centers, theatres, cinemas and a vibrant night-life.
Bosavern Guest House has five spacious and luxurious double guestrooms all boast private patios with breathtaking panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, Robberg Peninsula and the Piesangs River Valley. These well-appointed bedrooms have private entrances and patios, TVs with M-Net, telephones, honesty bars, heaters and tea/coffee trays.
The Earl's Dyke Manor was bought by Mr Thomas Earl Skaife from the Cape Marine Suburbs in the year 1911. This private estate in Camps Bay was then sold in 1920 to a gentlemen by the name of Friedrich Wilhelm Knacke. The original house on the Camps Bay estate was demolished in 1929 when the present manor house, which is designed by William Grant, was built.
Cape Grace’s charm lies in its intimate atmosphere, stylish décor and unique personalised hospitality. Here you will find staff warm and flexible with a spirit of unrivalled generosity. The sumptuous elegance begins at the welcoming reception lounge extending to the rich comfort of the spacious harbour and mountain-facing rooms. A series of comfortable spaces, all 121 rooms feature exquisite furniture, luxurious fabric and intriguing detail, providing an immediate sense of place.
The Ellerman House Hotel is a historical landmark located on Kloof Road in the exclusive Cape Town suburb of Bantry Bay. This location is protected by the wind and is unique for its beautiful vistas of Cape Town and the ocean.
Local and international discerning guests will find a truly exclusive home away from home at the Ellerman House Hotel in Bantry Bay who like to indulge in the finer pleasures of life. The historical architecture of this unique building has been preserved while combining it with discreet hospitality, excellent service and luxurious facilities.
The carefully restored Cape Dutch Manor House is set amidst beautiful private gardens where peace and tranquility can be found. The atmosphere throughout the luxurious Erinvale Estate Hotel is one of understated elegance, where the professional team is always present but never intrusive.
Today, the lovingly restored original Manor House is still the centre-piece of a thriving vineyard where export grapes are grown to plump perfection. Yet even though it still retains its discreet intimacy, the Manor House has taken on a new role as the reception and dining area of one of the most outstanding Luxury Estate Hotels in Africa. Step back in time and experience the unhurried elegance of the Grande Roche Hotel.
The Grande Roche of Paarl has become a legend on the local hospitality scene for having won a formidable array of both local and international awards and culinary accolades since its opening in January 1992. This gem of South Africa is set on a gentle slope overlooking vineyards and rugged mountains, the manor house and its sprawl of individually decorated suites are a gentle alternative to the hurly-burly of big city life. It is the hotel's subtle attention to detail that sets it apart.
This exclusive, family owned retreat features manicured gardens peppered with 23 luxury cottages and suites, each individually decorated and designed with an eye for absolute comfort and maximum privacy.
The hotel is next to the Golf Course and we have 16 golf-course facing standard rooms and suites, each with separate lounge area. An additional suite is located within the main building. Conference facilities are available for 50 to 300 people and leisure pursuits include various sporting facilities, from two swimming pools and a kiddies playground to hiking and fishing.
The Knysna Quays Hotel occupies a prime hotel site with breathtaking views, facing the sea through the Knysna Heads. This fantastic hotel development is also an integral part of the vibrant Knysna Quays Waterfront and is a stones throw away from a wide variety of restaurants, bars and speciality boutiques.
Capturing the essence of 5 star luxury, the impeccably appointed Lagoon Beach Hotel in Cape Town, South Africa, offers unequalled views of the Cape Town's most famous landmark – Table Mountain. Whether you choose to stay in one of the comfortably furnished suites at the Lagoon Beach Hotel, sea-facing or courtyard view rooms, you'll be immersed in an atmosphere of sheer luxury and comfort. The Lagoon Beach Hotel also features a magnificent sea-facing restaurant, where you can wine and dine as you take in a glorious Cape Town sunset.
Cape Town is southern Africa's most beautiful, most romantic and most visited city. Indeed, few urban centres anywhere can match its setting along the mountainous Cape Peninsula spine, which slides into the Atlantic Ocean. By far the most striking - and famous - of its sights is Table Mountain, frequently shrouded by clouds, and rearing up from the middle of the city. Table Mountain is clearly visible from the beautifully situated Lagoon Beach Hotel in Milnerton so guests can enjoy Cape Town’s majestic mountain without even leaving the Hotel.
A little French, a little foreign, a little style they like to call Cape Provençal. Le Quartier Français is a splash of style in the heart of the historic village of Franschhoek, a quaint corner of the Cape winelands that is forever a little French.
As the suites at the Leisure Bay Luxury Suites Hotel are located right on the beach, beautiful coastal walks along Cape Town’s world renowned beaches are a must. Guests staying at Leisure Bay Luxury Suites can also enjoy being gently lulled to sleep by the Atlantic’s soothing sound. Wind surfing is popular in Milnerton and for those who prefer excitement more than relaxation, The Leisure Bay Luxury Suites Hotel is in close proximity to world-class golf courses along with the exciting Ratanga Junction Theme Park.
Leisure Bay’s Beach Bistro offers a lavish South African breakfast and a variety of delicious light meals throughout the day, including dinner. It opens out onto the swimming pool and sundeck and is sheltered by the indigenous fynbos-covered dunes overlooking Table Bay. If guests prefer to cater for themselves - a shopping service is conveniently available on request.
On the Cliff Guest House in Hermanus, South Africa, is situated right on the seafront of the "Riviera of the South" on the whale watching route and hosts Hermanus guest house luxury accommodation on the cliffs with panoramic sea views from all rooms. Guests can step out of the front gate onto the cliff path and stroll to the village or the harbour. The cliff path extends past the front gate for about 10km along the coast and boasts beautiful fauna and flora. The cliff paths in Hermanus also offer excellent whale watching opportunities as the whales bask meters from the cliffs below. In season you can often enjoy breakfast with the whales lying in a cove close by.
The Parkes Manor has been a National Monument restored to the ultimate in exclusive elegance and luxury. Parkes Manor offers exquisite suites with stylish décor and wraparound verandahs perfectly suited to relaxing and affording magnificent views across the secluded garden and pool area, where guests can savour the ever-changing colours of the lagoon.
Winding along the Cape Peninsula in South Africa are some of the most spectacular beaches in the world, and none finer than the Blouberg Beach in Table View. This is where you will find the Dolphin Beach Protea Hotel, where modern sophistication and spectacular surroundings combine to offer a world of serenity.
All of Dolphin Beach Hotel's one and two bed roomed apartments include en suite baths and showers, lounge and dining area, spacious patio and a fully equipped kitchen offering the option of self-serving or fully serviced facilities. A restaurant and bar are situated in the Dolphin Beach Protea Hotel for your added convenience and there are numerous fine-dining and family restaurants within the immediate vicinity of the hotel. The splendid Dolphin Beach Hotel looks directly across the sea at Table Mountain, the Cape Town City Bowl and Robben Island.
The Protea Hotel President Cape Town is the ideal base from which to explore the beautiful Cape. Only 10 Minutes from the famous Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, 5 minutes from Clifton Beach and 15 minutes from the Table Mountain Cable Way. Stellenbosch and other Cape Wine Routes are a leisurely drive away, whilst cultural attractions such as the Cape Town Botanical Gardens, Parliament Buildings, SA National Art Gallery, Planetarium and others can be found nearby. For the tourist, Cape Town offers a variety of attractions, such as the Two Oceans Aquarium, Ratanga Junction Theme Park, Canal Walk Shopping Centre, craft markets, the BMW Pavilion, IMAX Theatre and numerous shopping centres. Our energetic guests can take part in varied sporting activities which can be arranged by the hotel. For example, guests can enjoy jet skiing, mountain hiking, shark diving, paragliding, or rollerblading along the seafront promenades. Whatever it is you seek, you are sure to find it at the Protea Hotel President in Cape Town’s beautiful Bantry Bay.
The beautiful rose garden, which gave Rosenhof Country House its name, leads to lavishly decorated bedrooms, each one individually furnished with handpicked antiques. All rooms at the Rosenhof County House in Oudtshoorn provide air-conditioning, satellite television, telephone, mini bar and tea trays. The two Executive Suites each have a private patio, lounge and pool, with peaceful views of the Swartberg Mountain.
Here you will find peace and tranquillity in beautiful natural surroundings. Architecturally designed and individually decorated, the luxurious Silvermist cottages are self contained, comfortable and fully serviced. All cottages have fully equipped kitchens and are thus, self-catering. The comfort and convenience doesn't stop there, each cottage has its own cosy lounge with fireplace and the elegant bedrooms and bathrooms have all the special features required to make this your special Cape home.
The history of the Spier estate in Stellenbosch, South Africa, is very rich. The settlement of this land dates back to the early Stone Age and today implements from that era are still present across the Spier estate.
Towards the end of the 17th century, when the first European settlers reached this particular area of the Cape winelands, the land was already populated by Khoi cattle farmers who migrated seasonally between South Africa’s West Coast and what is today known as Stellenbosch. In the year 1692, the Cape Governor Simon van der Stel granted the farm to a German settler called Arnout Janz. Hans Heinrich Hattingh bought the farm in 1712 who named this estate after his home town Speyer.
In 1993, the South African businessman, Dick Enthoven, bought the Spier estate. Meticulous renovations at Spier have restored the gracious Cape Dutch buildings to their former glory and today the scenic surroundings make the Spier estate an ideal weekend getaway from the bustling city of Cape Town.
All guest rooms at the Arabella Sheraton have been elegantly appointed and designed to meet your every need with the utmost discretion and taste. Most of the hotel rooms at the Arabella Sheraton provide a fully glazed façade, offer floor to ceiling views over Cape Town, the Waterfront, Cape Town's Mountains and the Cape Town Harbour. While mixing in African moments of textures, colours, objects and finishes, clients at the Arabella Sheraton Cape Town find state-of-the art high-tech facilities a main feature of the hotel.
Clients staying at the Arabella Sheraton Grand Hotel can connect to the V&A Waterfront on the hotel's water taxi via the Roggebaai Canal, or relax on the hotel's top floor whilst visiting the AltiraSPA and the unique swimming pool which provides beautiful views over Cape Town.
Situated in the trendy suburb of Tamboerskloof, in close proximity to the city centre and trendy Kloof Street, the Cape Milner is an exquisite luxury hotel offering sophisticated and contemporary ambience. Guests can be assured of the highest stands in style and luxury. Voted one of South Africa's best boutique hotels by acclaimed local magazine House and Leisure, the Cape Milner is renowned for excellent service (making every guest feel like a VIP), stunning interior décor and unrivalled attention to detail.
The Cellars Hohenort is a celebration of traditional values and gracious living and its antique furnishings (and original works of art) are the epitome of understated luxury.
Perfectly suited to the beauty of its natural surroundings, the recreational facilities include a tennis court, two swimming pools and a chipping and putting golf green, designed by Gary Player.
Guests can take in the breathtaking scenic drives around the Cape of Good Hope and keen golfer's will be happy to know that there are eleven world class golf courses in close proximity.
With nine acres of magnificently landscaped gardens and a small vineyard the gardens of the Cellars Hohenort are lovely, featuring roses, herbaceous borders, herbs, indigenous flora as well as a unique Knot Garden.
Pamper yourself in our fully equipped spa, Carchele at the Cellars and the popular D&D Hair Salon.
Guests at the Radisson Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town South Africa, experience a unique relaxed and casual ambience whilst still enjoying the luxury of a top five star hotel in regards to the exclusive hotel accommodation, which is found at the Radisson Hotel Cape Town.
An attractive open plan reception area leading to the foyer welcomes you to the Beverly Hills. The reception area's soft pastel colour scheme enhances the fresh atmosphere, adding a magical quality to the sound and sight of the ocean.
The glorious setting and fine range of facilities allow guests to indulge and enjoy all that this hotel has to offer - from the comfort of the guest rooms to the simple joy of basking in the sunshine at the outdoor pool terrace.
The City Lodge Umhlanga compliments the architectural style of the beautiful Gateway Shopping Centre and Entertainment Complex. City Lodge Umhlanga Ridge, Durban, offers a fitness room, a boardroom, an internet usage area and room layouts in keeping with the groups "Millennium Programme".
City Lodge Umhlanga Ridge, KwaZulu-Natal, is arguably one of the best City Lodge's in South Africa and is certainly one of the chain’s most stylish hotel. Bessides a gym, sun deck and terraced cafe the City Lodge Hotel in Umhlanga has a small but beautiful swimming pool. It is also 20 metres away from Umhlanga's best restaurants and shops.
The name eMakhosini can be translated as ‘place of the kings’. As the eMakhosini Boutique Hotel in Durban used to be the home to the French Consulates, its interior décor is a blend of French Colonial and traditional Zulu. These unique characteristics provide the eMakhosini luxury hotel with splendour of royalty which can be seen in its unique accommodation facilities. The eMakhosini Boutique Hotel provides exclusive accommodation and tranquil conference facilities and has therefore become a popular destination for leisure and business travellers alike in the Durban area in KwaZulu-Natal.
The lighthouse, which was built in 1954, enhances the panoramic views of the warm Indian Ocean and the beaches. A unique combination of a lush tropical garden setting with an ocean beach atmosphere can be found at the Oyster Box Hotel.
Shamwari is about conserving a vanishing way of life and is the realisation of one man's dream, and the success of many people's passion. Steeped in Settler history, and dating back to the time when a multitude of game roamed wild and free, the 20 000 hectare reserve boasts five eco-systems, thus enabling the support of many forms of plant, animal and bird life.
A complimentary sherry can be enjoyed in one of the guest lounges alongside a crackling log-fire, creating a welcoming atmosphere in winter. During summer, guests laze at one of the two pools (one heated) with beautiful mountain vistas, visit the boutique wine-farms in Franschhoek, or stroll in the charming town found by the French Huguenots.
At the Irene Country Lodge each exclusive accommodation opens to the patio overlooking the adjoining farm and swimming pool.
Situated among several picturesque ridges, lush fertile valleys and fountains, Pretoria's cosmopolitan, harmonious and vibrant atmosphere is created by the unique mixture of traditions, cultures, languages and architecture. Pretoria is a capital city, a cultural hub, a city of research and learning, but much more than this Pretoria is a friendly city with open streets, and numerous open spaces.
The Courtyard Hotel Sandton offers the discerning guest an exclusive and gracious alternative to an ordinary hotel. Each Courtyard Hotel has its own distinct atmosphere, although they all share an air of elegance and charm not readily found today. There are several accommodation options available, from the studio through to one or two bedroomed units, each of which offers a lounge area with a dining table, a kitchenette with refrigerator and microwave oven.
Please note that the name of the CAESARS GAUTENG has changed to the EMPERORS PALACE and the EMPEROR HOTEL's name has changed to the D’OREALE GRANDE HOTEL
An experience of luxury and elegance, the Emperor Hotel will stimulate your senses and evoke awe and wonder. Marble floors, hand painted murals, frescos and intricate mosaics merge together in an atmosphere of classical elegance and luxury. Sumptuous fittings and décor will make you feel as though you have entered a different world altogether, and all this conveniently located minutes from the Johannesburg International Airport.
Guests enjoy the best of relaxation and entertainment, be pampered in the health and beauty spa or enjoy the magnificent casino, shops and fountains.
The Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa opened its doors in Sandton, Johannesburg in January 1998, with the original 12 courtyard suites, the restaurant and bar.
Since then another 6 premier suites and a presidential suite, a conference centre, a large fully equipped gym and a spa have been added to this exclusive property. Once the private home of John and Anna Thacker, the current owners, the property was bought from the Little Brenthurst Trust of Oppenheimer fame, (hence the Oppenheimer Suite), and consisted of a 10 acre property with horses and stables and rolling lawns (hence the name Fairlawns).
Portions of the property have unfortunately been sold off, but it has managed to retain its stately, park-like ambience with ancient trees and prolific bird-life. The external architecture is Palladian, but there are a variety of styles in the bedrooms, one to definitely suit every discerning taste.
Apart from the exquisite High-end surroundings, which without exception seem to elicit the response “one would never say one is in Johannesburg”, the warm, homely ambience at the Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa is unerringly remarked upon as is evidenced by the comments in the visitors’ book. As one visitor commented “a home away from home, only better
Staying in a truly stylish 5 star hotel can redefine a travel experience, and Melrose Arch Hotel succeeds in doing just that. The Melrose Arch Hotel has become, through its inventive architecture and dazzling design, an exclusively unique destination attracting the discerning guest who takes pleasure in chic urban sophistication. Whilst staying at Melrose Arch Hotel one can feel the rhythm of urban Africa and whether for business or absolute pleasure, the Melrose Arch Hotel combines outstanding facilities and service excellence to ensure a truly unique Hotel experience in Johannesburg.
The urban traveler who visits the smart new Melrose Arch Hotel for business will find that the hotel has work-hard/play-hard ambience echoed in Johannesburg's own pulse. Do a deal over lunch or dinner, then down a Scotch before heading out on foot, to one of the many nightclubs on the hotel's own doorstep. Melrose Arch is Johannesburg's newest neighbourhood, a gated urban community purpose-built to ensure safety on the streets. It is popular and busy and it is the place to gauge what's new and happening in this incredible City.
The Park Hyatt Johannesburg, Park Hyatt Sandton, captures the spirit of modern day Africa for the international and local South African traveller.
Johannesburg South Africa is acclaimed as the city of gold, home to the rainbow nation, where civilisation & sophistication move to the rhythm of the wild. Indulge in the rich and colourful splendour of South Africa at the Park Hyatt Johannesburg, a bold landmark in tree-lined cosmopolitan Rosebank, where the rooms offer unrivalled luxury, space and comfort.
Designers at the Park Hyatt Sandton have interpreted local cultural traditions and handcrafts and elevated them to art, paying endless attention to detail in the rooms and public areas at the Park Hyatt Gauteng.
"Classical elegance and warmth" are the guests first impressions of the hotel. A tranquil, relaxed atmosphere, combined with friendly efficient service, are all trademarks of our hospitality.
The hotel has a 4 star grading along with an outstanding reputation.
We'll go the extra mile to ensure that our guests enjoy every minute of their stay with us, and want to return again and again …..
The welcoming entrance with stately staircase sweeps around a central glass dome, permitting natural light to blend with and enhance the contemporary African decor and handcrafted ethnic art effects.
Leading off this area is a boutique shop, piano lounge, smoking library and the dining room. Set in six acres of lush landscape gardens, the Saxon has been designed to capture and embrace its natural environment. One of the design themes is the extensive use of water. The central point of the water theme is the magnificent nine hundred and twenty square metre swimming pool.
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The Michelangelo Hotel is also a flagship in the Legacy Hotels & Resorts' portfolio of superior four and five star hotels, bush lodges and resorts, offering superb service and excellent cuisine.
The four star service which is provided at the Sunnyside Park Hotel makes this hotel a popular retreat for discerning guests and business executives. Stylish accommodation is complemented by the Milner’s restaurant as well as the conference and banqueting facilities.
Kwandwe aptly means “Place of the Blue Crane” in Xhosa (South Africa’s highly endangered national bird) and is home to a population of these rare birds. It offers an exceptional safari experience in a region steeped in history and culture.
Now in its third century and host to Royalty, Prime Ministers, men of letters and captains of business, the exclusive Lynton Hall was the sanctuary of sugar baron Sir Frank Reynolds and is still owned by his direct descendant. It is built on a hill overlooking the Indian Ocean to catch the sea breezes.
With the Empire to choose from, this gracious property was selected by King George VI and his family for his recuperation in 1952. The property lies in 15 hectares of garden and rests at the head of Umdoni Park, the lands most picturesque golf course, meandering through pristine coastal forest and spilling down to the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.
While pleasure is The Royal's business, business itself receives expert attention too. For your convenience, the Royal Hotel has also introduced a Business Centre. Equipped with the latest in telecommunications and computer technology, it is the ideal venue for the serious businessman. The conferencing and banqueting facilities are comprehensive and offer a span of venues from glittering ballroom to intimate boardroom.
Five star sophistication is the keynote throughout your Royal room or suite, where a subtle blend of yellowwood and royal blue colour schemes, graciously complemented by rich, sophisticated decor, create an atmosphere of comfort and splendour. Breathtaking panoramic views of Durban add to the overall ambience of the bedroom, and the exquisite finishes of your adjoining bathroom ensures you remain in the height of luxury.
Dine around a campfire at night with background music played by the crickets and nightjars, lunch in the shade of the trees and enjoy a hearty breakfast beside the river! A field guide will not only take you tracking some of the Big Five, but also share his vast knowledge of the fauna and flora in this reserve! Plains game is abundant and birders will be kept busy from dawn to dusk with more than 340 species of birds to identify whilst on expedition.
Bakubung Bush Lodge has been awarded "Best Bush Conference Venue" at the 2000 Venue Finder Awards due to its service excellence. It was also voted the ASATA/Diners Club “Best South African Game Lodge" based on its high levels of service provided to guests. Bakubung Bush Lodge is an ideal safari destination for families as the rooms at Bakubung accommodate a maximum of 2 children under the age of 18 sharing with the parents in the same room. The lodge offers early morning and late afternoon game drives into the Pilanesberg National Park, which are conducted with professional game rangers. The Pilanesberg National Park can also be accessed with private vehicles.
Guests will relax in the refreshing laid-back atmosphere and with the excellent service, focusing on the needs of families, this is an ideal location for a family vacation. This affordable family accommodation is the perfecting setting for a holiday to remember.
With dramatic views of the pounding Indian Ocean, Plettenberg Park's Lake House also overlooks the calm lake shore of an inland wild duck sanctuary, offering privacy and tranquillity that knows no parallel. It is situated within the most exclusive private nature reserve in the Cape and is set high on the majestic cliffs of this dramatically beautiful coastline. Plettenberg Park is an all-weather hotel, swathed in sunshine during the summer, equally splendid in winter, with log fires ablaze, keeping you cosily at the centre of the wild and spectacular surrounds.
Wide open spaces play an important role at Plettenberg Park's Lake House, not only in terms of the panoramic vistas across the Indian Ocean and the sprawling savannah behind, but also within the hotel itself. The Lake House architecture is refreshingly simple, with high ceilings and a skylight running the length of the extended entrance hall, wall-to-wall windows and wide terraces. The decor - airy understated Afro-Colonial - uses only natural materials in neutral earthy tones and crisp whites. The rooms are large and well appointed, offering spectacular views.
The palate is there to be tantalised and indulged, which is why Plettenberg Park specialises in world-class cuisine, treating guests to good food, good wine and personal hospitality. Our chef and catering staff will happily create a menu around your specific tastes. In fact, the real beauty of spending your vacation at Plettenberg Park lies in the unique concept of having your entire holiday planned solely around your needs. All of our staff are here to indulge you and have been chosen for their natural willingness to be of assistance.
Activities, which can be enjoyed while staying at the Brookes Hill Suites Hotel, are tennis, cycling, golfing, squash, surfing, sailing and canoeing. A children’s playground, a trampoline and a swimming pool are also accessible for guests.
At the centre of the transformation of Alicedale is the Bushman Sands Hotel. Named after the historic Bushman's River, Bushman Sands has provided the impetus for new investment and the sustainability for ongoing growth and development of the town.
Situated on nearly 4000 hectares of former farmland, the Bushman Sands game reserve offers malaria free sightings of a myriad of animal species. Working with Shamwari's conservation team, Bushman Sands have reintroduced indigenous animals to the reserve, restoring the environment to its natural state. Animals that once roamed freely over 200 years ago have been reintegrated into their natural habitat. Among lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino, other species present include cheetah, black wildebeest, red hartebeest, zebra, giraffe, hippo, kudu, eland, springbuck and waterbuck.
The 200ha New Years Dam in the Bushman Sands Reserve provides the ideal platform to watch the mesmerising effect of an Africa sunset with the opportunity to view big game at the waters edge. Accompanied by a qualified game ranger, visitors could easily bump into hippo, see antelope cautiously sipping or elephant bathing, whilst enjoying their favourite drink from the cocktail bar.
The Bushman Sands Hotel is a multi-faceted experience offering something for everyone. The 4-star hotel is a delightful blend of rich heritage and modern luxury. The Gary Player designed Golf Course is perfect for the keen golfer. There are thrilling adventure options and prospects of viewing Big Game. Those wanting relaxation, pampering and tranquility will find alternatives at the spa or at the poolside or even on a tranquil sunset boat cruise. Rewarding for families and satisfying for visitors interested in the turbulent & fascinating history of the area, Bushman Sands has won wide acclaim as a forerunner of sustainable ecological and community tourism.
The Castello di Monte Luxury Guest House, Pretoria, extrudes excellence when it comes to luxury, elegance and attention to detail. The dramatic staircase of elegant granite glitters by the light of the chandeliers. The Juliet balcony whispers of romance. A vista of art adorns the walls and silk curtains float in the breeze. Whether you are attending a business meeting, celebrating a happy event or relaxing at the pool, the quaint Castello di Monte Guest House provides the perfect setting.
For bedtime comfort guests staying at Castello di Monte Guest House are spoilt for choice. Which of the luxuriously appointed and individually decorated rooms would you choose? Will it be the presidential suite, complete with fireplace and four-poster bed; or the honeymoon suite with hand-painted murals; or a freshly made-up classic bedroom, fit for royalty?
The City Lodge Courtyard Hotels offer the discerning guest an exclusive and gracious alternative to an ordinary hotel. Each Courtyard Hotel has its own distinct atmosphere, although they all share an air of elegance and charm not readily found today. There are several accommodation options available, from the studio through to one or two bedroomed units, each of which offers a lounge area with a dining table, a kitchenette with refrigerator and microwave oven.
Kievits Kroon Country Estate is a Boutique Hotel that offers a range of luxurious and standard rooms, a restaurant, ladies bar and cigar lounge. Those guests who wish to unwind and soak up the peace of the Kameeldrisft Valley can do so at our splendid health hydro. Kievits Kroon is a distinctive hotel offering guests style, exceptional service and a richer, more sensual experience than traditional hotels.
The Country Estate offers personalised service, a superior location and distinctive architectural designs. The gracious residential quality makes it the address of choice for leading corporate travelers, designers, entrepreneurs, media and executives, as well as leisure guests.
The Sheraton Pretoria, Pretoria South Africa, exudes an atmosphere of elegance and sophistication, from the impressive marble lobby to the exclusive Towers reception desk and lounge. Guests can relax in luxury in the Sheraton Pretoria hotel's exclusive hotel accommodation and be sure that their every need is catered for.
The Sheraton Pretoria is a sister hotel of the Arabella Sheraton Grand Hotel in Cape Town and the Western Cape Hotel & Spa (Arabella Golf & Country Estate) which belong to Sheraton South Africa. Sheraton South Africa is affiliated with the exclusive international Sheraton Hotel Group which features luxurious hotels and accommodation worldwide.
