Tozeur
Formerly part of the Sofitel chain, this is a large resort hotel with what looks like a complete oasis in the lobby. It has all the facilities you'd…
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Botswana
Sharing the private concession with (and run by the same owners as) Haina Kalahari Lodge, Brakah has five appealing sites, with plenty of shade, braai…
Simon's Town & Southern Peninsula
This contemporary two-bedroom cottage in a local architect's mountainside garden is all windows and sea views. Accommodating up to four, it has a braai …
Senegal
Old-time elegance meets contemporary luxuries in one of Saint-Louis' most famous old buildings: every room and suite here is unique, though they all exude…
Cape Coast
Like a hip party spot, a night at Oasis is loud, hot and sweaty. Backpackers, volunteers and Cape Coast's beautiful people gravitate towards the…
Hermanus
This is a great place with upbeat decor, good facilities and clued-up staff who can help with activities. The simple, help-yourself breakfast is free, and…
Madagascar
There's an overriding sense of calm at this relaxed place which has 18 cozy, wooden bungalows which are tightly packed together in a pretty tropical…
Botswana
The closest campsites to the park entrance, the 10 Khutse Pan sites are the busiest in the reserve, although they should be fairly quiet from Sunday night…
Protea Hotel Dar es Salaam Amani Beach
Dar es Salaam
Peaceful Amani Beach has 10 roomy, well-spaced cottages set on a low cliff directly above the beach and backed by extensive flowering gardens. There’s…
Tamatave (Toamasina)
An old, but well-kept concrete-box hotel done moderately well, with air-conditioning that is welcome in summer. Rooms are large, and some have decent…
Dakar
Known for its fabulous grill, this place has a hotel floor perched above the restaurant like a half-forgotten afterthought (or your little hideaway). The…
The East
This is an adorable nest with a row of three well-designed Creole bungalows opening onto expansive lawns and a flowery garden. One unit is a chambre d…
Winelands
Rijk’s provides pleasant accommodation in thatched cottages on a beautiful wine estate with manicured lawns. There are tours and tastings at the winery…
KwaZulu-Natal
With eight luxurious rooms, and even a honeymoon suite, this place is a fabulously upmarket coastal spot. Each bedroom suite leads onto a charming central…
Chobe National Park
Given a licence to run the public campsites, cheeky SKL has also taken on the big boys with some beautifully appointed canvas tents overlooking the Savuti…
Malawi
This large house in leafy gardens has eight rooms, a bar-restaurant serving Portuguese and other dishes, and a large and soppy dog to keep you company…
Western Cape
This owner-run guesthouse has large, uncluttered rooms set around an enormous garden with plenty of shady spots. The restaurant (mains R95 to R150)…
Swakopmund
This boat-shaped place, which sits right on the sand about 1km north of town, allows you to watch the sea through your very own personal porthole; not all…
Meknes
Revamped in 2017, the 40-room Palace offers modern style that's minimalist by Moroccan standards. The rooms are large and airy, and many come with a teeny…
Northern Kenya
Twelve absolutely superb riverfront tents that are so luxurious even budding princesses will feel a little overwhelmed by the surroundings. Exactly how…
Zambia
Compared to other choices in town, the Protea is absolutely luxurious. A rather grand lobby and rooms with hardwood floors, an outdoor pool with lounge…
Rodrigues
The furnishings couldn't be simpler, but there's something that we like about this place, out in Jean Tac, east of Anse aux Anglais. There's a relaxed…
Harar
Winta is a quiet, reliable, 12-room venture near the top of the hill in the new town. Rooms are clean and fine, if undistinguished, and despite the out-of…
Cape Town
The lipstick-red marble walkway to the lobby gives an indication of the luxe nature of this hotel, which is built around a soaring atrium onto which some…
Cape Town
This spotless, characterful B&B in a very handy location is a fine alternative to the backpacker lodges along Long St. The simply furnished and spacious…
Cala Iris & Torres de Alcala
A small campsite overlooking the sea with space for cars, campers and tents, it also has accommodation in ecolodges and chalets. There's also a small…
Cape Town
Four-poster beds, giant armoires and creaking floorboards lend terrific atmosphere to this six-room property crafted from a 1812 building. However,…
Casamance
Never mind the tongue-twister of a name – this place ticks all the boxes, with attractive, handsomely furnished rooms overlooking the river, an appealing…
Le Savanna Country Lodge & Hotel
Kisumu
This delightfully calm place is where everyone who's anyone likes to stay when in town. The large, well-dressed rooms have good bathrooms, fast in-room wi…
Okavango Delta
This long-standing wilderness retreat sits amid giant ebony trees next to the heronry at Xakanaxa Lediba and is surrounded by wildlife-rich grasslands…
Praslin
This four-star, suites-only hotel has large rooms, an above-average restaurant and a lovely sunset-facing location on a small stretch of sand. Wood floors…
Entebbe
With a home-like atmosphere, this pleasant midrange option offers 10 smart rooms with canopy beds and an on-site restaurant with a surprisingly good…
Damaraland
Offering a swag of accommodation, upmarket Kashana has luxury bungalows and spare but nicely furnished rooms set around a large shady courtyard. In the…
Ait Ben Haddou
Decent, nicely equipped rooms set around a sparkling pool – book an upstairs one for better views. You can also pitch a tent here, but there's not much…
The Great Reef
The rooms here are attractive and wonderfully central – the newer, more expensive doubles on the 2nd floor are worth the extra price and most have views…
Zambia
Close to the centre of town, this modern and well-run place sees its fair share of conferences, weddings and the like. The rooms are plainly decorated but…
Cape Town
There are just six rooms at this red-wine-coloured lodge with a striking contemporary design, mixing arty photography, African crafts and Euro style…
Southern Ethiopia
This efficient and welcoming hotel is a popular midrange option right in the centre. It offers a broad choice of modern, well-appointed rooms and the…
Windhoek
Styling itself as a boutique hotel, the long-standing White House has good if unexciting rooms – those opening onto the garden are the nicest. They've…
Tunisia
Located near the marina, this hotel is only three storeys high and sits in a beautiful garden. Slightly smaller than many other hotels in the Zone…
