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Arnar G
@Arnar G
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2023
Didn’t know what to expect, but it surpassed anything we could’ve imagined.
"A spacious room, the style, the design - everything so elegant and every little detail was picture perfect."
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#1 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Joanne D
@Joanne D
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2021
South Beach Camps Bay is a fabulous place to stay!
"The suites are spacious, bright and beautifully decorated with large bedroom / living areas, spacious bathrooms and an extremely well equipped kitchenette."
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#2 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Journey47156167720
@Journey47156167720
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2023
Nice hotel
"I came in Manfred lobe Welcomed me amazingly and happy to assist me , the check in was seemingless and the reception lady was lovely and very helpful , the view in my room is fantastic and the room service is amazing"
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#3 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Adventure02243619570
@Adventure02243619570
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2023
We loved it!
"Great location, on a quiet street, close to restaurants and attractions, small cosy boutique lodge, very comfy large room, stunning contemporary artsy decor."
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#4 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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beneschmatthias
@beneschmatthias
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2023
Amazing
"Very good / Friendly and helpful hosts / Very clean / Rooms very nice / Garden wonderful / Very quiet /Breakfast very good, nice fresh fruits / staff very kindly / great view from our room / good restaurants nearby"
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#5 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Emma M
@EmmaM214
Reviewed on 24 May 2023
Fantastic stay - a home away from home
"It is testament to the lovely vibe they have created that all the guests were very chatty and happy to share stories in the beautiful living room."
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#6 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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PhilipCLondon_UK
@PhilipCLondon_UK
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2023
Phil c
"This is 5 star+++++, great room, great place, excellent staff!!! Nothing too much, bar lovely, views great, right by the beach, breakfast great, spa lovely, will definitely be back in 2024, can’t wait to return"
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#7 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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GrandTour19219
@GrandTour19219
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2024
A+ Hotel near the airport
"The accommodations were wonderful with a beautiful, comfortable room and bed and the restaurant and bar offered great options (the Hake for dinner was delicious!)."
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#8 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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RandyNortjie
@RandyNortjie
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2022
Holiday season
"Had a great experience can't wait too go back and experience the friendly staff and world class facilities,the food was great and there was a variety our room nice and clean and very comfortable ,I had a very good..."
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#9 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Voyageur_des_saveurs
@Voyageur_des_saveurs
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2024
Unique experience into the wild life
"Breathtaking experience.
What a wonderful lodge nestled in a beautiful garden.
The rooms are lovely and well decorated.
The homemade diner is just amazing.
The proximity with the wildlife makes this lodge..."
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#10 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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bdeeks2018
@bdeeks2018
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2022
Visit to Hermanus
"Great room, fantastic location if you enjoy the incredible walks along the coast, very welcoming friendly service from everyone at the hotel & wonderful restaurant."
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#11 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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DominiqueP
@Getaway33094802841
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2024
Absolutely Amazing! I will definitely be back!!
"The room was spacious and clean with incredible views of the Atlantic Ocean and Lions Head."
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#12 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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#13 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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AbeLincoln115
@AbeLincoln115
Reviewed on 10 Jul 2023
Memorable stay
"I've enjoyed the standard King bedroom overlooking the beach and found it to be light and airy with a very spacious bathroom (shower only)."
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#14 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Greenshutters16
@Greenshutters16
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2021
Possibly the best resort customer service EVER!
"Our reservation agent Ruwayda organised a room upgrade and many other special touches - we can't thank her enough for her exceptional service and attention to detail."
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#15 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Irene C
@IreneC713
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2022
A beautiful and sensitive restoration of an intimate hotel in the heart of Capetown
"This small intimate hotel is very service focused and our room was spacious and comfortable."
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#16 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Shocking
@Shocking
Reviewed on 11 Sept 2023
Luxury in the middle of Joburg
"Beautiful room with different areas (sitting and a little deck with an outside shower)."
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#17 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Trevor C
@Trevor C
Reviewed on 29 May 2022
You wouldn't think this was an airport hotel!
"Great hotel next to airport, great room and amenities (708), fabulous food in restaurant, well presented, well cooked and very reasonably priced for an airport hotel."
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#18 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Lodge
Bart D
@BartDeCoster
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2021
Superb place to stay ❣️❣️❣️
"* 10/10 * Spotless accommodation * Great, spacious Room (Luxury Family Room 6) * Really Good WifI * Great Restaurant * Really nice, extensive breakfast * Great staff & management, who will do everything to make yo..."
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#19 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Moshibudi M
@Zoe_moshibudi
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2021
One if the most beautiful stays in Cape Town
"We had a wonderful bubbly welcome by Allan who was so kind even on the phone prior to booking - we got a beautiful room with a personal welcome note and a rose (how beautiful?)."
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#20 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Boutique Hotel
mike w
@mikew5514
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2023
Excellent quality and value
"was handled with ease. the welcome by Coco was warm and friendly, A room free upgrade was offered and the suite was impressive with lovely light and views."
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#21 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Lodge
#22 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Lodge
Nicky G
@movingc2020
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2023
Holiday of a lifetime
"The room was clean and beautifully decorated, we even saw Zebra from our little patio, and shared a night with a squirrel who must have snuck in."
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#23 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Courtney Young
@alltheplacesyoullgo
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2023
Come for Hazel, stay for the food!
"The hotel is beautifully decorated and the room was clean and spacious."
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#24 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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mzuyle732526
@mzuyle732526
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2023
Great hotel with beautiful view and very good staff
"This hotel was above all our expectations, we got an upgrade to a beautiful room, everything was lovely in the hotel, the staff is so friendly and helpfull and the location is great! the beds are very comftable an..."
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#25 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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p128658
@p128658
Reviewed on 7 May 2023
Definitely recommended
"Everything is set up to make an airport stopover run smoothly, with efficient prior communication and shuttle service, immaculate and comfortable room, super-helpful staff."
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#26 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Lindie V
@LindieV19
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2021
Well worth it
"Room facilities are excellent and staff are of the most friendly and efficient we have ever come across."
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#27 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Lade O
@LadeOmisore
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2022
A really great honeymoon stay!
"The hotel room was clean and comfortable, the grounds were lovely, the breakfast offered was delicious (credits to the chefs, Tracy and Jimmy) and the restaurant staff were great, especially Oscar."
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#28 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Villa
ColmV
@ColmV
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2022
Birthday bash
"Truly felt like we were important The room was clean and easily accessible The pool lovely and the meals at the restaurant was superb."
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#29 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
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Guesthouse
jamieeC2118VJ
@jamieeC2118VJ
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2023
We loved our stay!
"Personal and friendly service, the room was clean and comfortable, and we loved the complimentary breakfast/happy hour."
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#30 Best Value of 2,920 places to stay in South Africa
South Africa Hotels Information
Hotels in South Africa | 3,154 |
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Hotels Prices From | £30 |
Hotels Reviews | 1,080,048 |
Hotels Photos | 715,205 |
Travel high season | Dec - Feb |
Travel low season | Mar - May |
High season avg price | £332 |
Low season avg price | £76 |
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Popular Places in South Africa
- Cape Town CentralCape Town glistens at the southern toe of the African continent. Tourist brochure-views at Blaauwberg Beach and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens are within easy driving distance of "The Mother City." The Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve provides sweeping sea vistas, hiking trails and wildlife encounters. On a more somber note, travellers can visit Robben Island, the prison where Nelson Mandela was held for 27 years.Read more
- DurbanThe Indian and colonial influences in this South African beach city can’t be missed, and the blend of cultures and architecture makes Durban unique in South Africa. Durban’s Golden Mile is a destination for surfers, families and fisherman, due to its blend of natural beauty and modern resort. Major-city attractions abound, making this a good destination for families and couples alike.Read more
- Sun CityNow that casinos have spread in South Africa, Sun City is no longer the only gaming hotspot in the country, but it's still visually dramatic. Located two hours from Johannesburg, it's a sprawling complex of luxury hotels, restaurants and Vegas-style shows on the edge of Pilanesberg Game Reserve.Read more
- Bela BelaRead more
- Camps BayShaded spots go early at Cape Town's crowded Camps Bay, where locals picnic and play in the strong Atlantic waves. Look for the flagged bathing areas for safer swims for all the family. Festive cafes sit adjacent to the sands, which are dramatically set at the foot of the Twelve Apostles Mountains.Read more
- PretoriaPretoria is a vision of purple, thanks to its plethora of blossoming trees that gave the South African metropolis its nickname: Jacaranda City. Give in to the animal magnetism of the National Zoological Gardens of South Africa, then get up close and personal with the big, bad kitties of the Cheetah Research and Breeding Centre. The buildings of Pretoria reflect diverse architectural styles and influences, creating a unique urban landscape.Read more
- LangebaanRead more
- Umhlanga RocksRead more
Hotels near the sights
- Table MountainThe mountain in the middle of Cape Town offers many hikes and magnificent views in all directions.Read more
- Table Mountain Aerial CablewayThe best views of Cape Town are seen from the top of Table Mountain. The Cableway takes you to the summit in under 5 minutes and the cable car's rotating floor ensure that all visitors get a 360 degree aerial view of the city. The 65-passenger cable car runs from Tafelberg Road to the top of Table Mountain. To date the Cableway has transported more than 28 million visitors to the summit. A million visitors from all over the world use the Cableway annually.Read more
- Kirstenbosch National Botanical GardenSituated on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch is internationally acclaimed as one of the seven most magnificent botanical gardens in the world. The 528 hectares estate includes a cultivated garden and a nature reserve. The developed garden displays collections of southern African plants including many rare and endangered species. There are also visitor facilities in the garden including restaurants, a nursery, a gift shop, a bookshop and a permanent Zimbabwean stone sculpture exhibition.Read more
- Victoria & Alfred WaterfrontThe V&A Waterfront is a 123-hectare mixed-use destination, and one of Africa’s most visited cultural and historical hubs. Set on the edge of a natural, historic working harbour with the iconic Table Mountain as its backdrop, it offers local and international visitors a cosmopolitan mix of experiences ranging from leisure, shopping and exclusive entertainment. It also offers prime residential and commercial property. The prime positioning of the V&A Waterfront boasts sweeping views of the ocean, city bowl and mountain peaks. Up to 100 000 people visit every day during peak season. Contributing R259.1 billion in nominal terms to the South African economy over the last twelve years, the V&A Waterfront’s cumulative contribution to the provincial GGP since 2002 was over R227 billion. The property also reported a 19% increase in retail trade sales for 2014, marking four consecutive years of consistent growth since 2011. By end 2014, total visitor numbers to the property had grown to 24 million a year. Although the V&A Waterfront remains South Africa’s favourite attraction for international visitors, they account for only 23% of all visitors. Visits by locals increased to 63%, while 14% of visitors were from upcountry. With 22 official landmarks on-site, it is also part of South Africa’s historical legacy. Jointly owned by Growthpoint Properties Limited and the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF), represented by the Public Investment Corporation Limited (PIC), the V&A Waterfront was developed in 1988 by the state-owned transport corporation, Transnet Limited, while official commercial trading commenced in November 1990.Read more
- Boulders Beach Penguin ColonyThe sheltered inlet of Boulders Beach is located in the Cape peninsula near Simon's Town. Here exists a protected colony of African penguins which can be viewed in their natural habitat via wooden walkways. There is also an excellent beach for swimming nearby.Read more
- Cape of Good HopeRead more
- Knysna Elephant ParkThe Knysna Elephant Park (est. 1994) was the first facility in South Africa to house and care for orphaned African elephants. Over the last 25 years, the park has cared for and raised more than 40 elephants. These animals include relocated animals, orphaned calves, elephants rescued from culls and ex-circus animals. Some have become part of the resident herd, others have moved onto other reserves and facilities in the Western and Eastern Cape, depending on their personalities, bonds with other animals and welfare needs. The present KEP herd numbers ten – the largest domesticated matriarchal herd in the country. Our style of management offers guests the opportunity to get up close and personal with our elephants, on elephant terms. Responsible and educational interactions allow guests to appreciate the awe-inspiring presence of these animals, but still give the elephants the space and freedom to choose where they want to move, what they want to eat and who they want to interact with.Read more
- Lion's HeadLion's Head in Cape Town is a peak situated at 669 meters above sea level. The hike up Lions Head takes approximately 90 minutes at a moderate pace. Lions Head trail is steep but do-able, while the 5.5km trail packs a punch (Both ways). The views from Lions head are amazing. Take a look around you and see the beauty. Lions Head hike is the preferred route for mountain enthusiasts, the easiest of the routes in Cape Town.Read more
- Apartheid MuseumThis museum is architecturally interesting and packed with thoughtful, often brutal, reminders of South Africa’s history.Read more
- The Cango CavesThough damaged through shortsighted tourism schemes in the 1960s, these caves are still worth a visit for their eerie dark tunnels and stunning limestone formations.Read more