Recommended A more sophisticated, purpose-built/renovated establishment with quality furnishings (not domestic-style ) and dιcor, offering professional yet personal service levels. Formal public areas will be a feature of this type of establishment. Breakfast is available although it may not be included in the room rate.
Many guest houses offer additional facilities such as state-of-the-art communication and entertainment media including guest bedroom internet connections, wireless connection hot spot, DVD players and Digital Satellite TV.
Guest House, 10 Rooms
Keimoes, Green Kalahari, Northern Cape, South Africa
The perfect stopover en route from Cape Town and Johannesburg to Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Augrabies, and Springbok. The Ou Skool Guest House is on the R27, 5km out of Keimoes on the Kenhardt road, surrounded by soft green vineyards. Luxurious air-conditioned rooms, dining room overlooking the vineyards, and staff to pamper your every need. Read More...
Highly Recommended Luxurious accommodation. The game experience is central to the guests stay. Generally within a reserve offering game drives and all meals etc, as part of the inclusive rate.
Game Lodge, 4 Rooms
Hoedspruit, Mopani, Limpopo, South Africa
Situated on the banks of the Olifants River in Balule Nature Reserve. Particularly valued for its high personal service, excellent cuisine and beautiful surroundings. The best of 'in the heart of nature' in combination with western comforts, contributes to a unique experience! Read More...
Highly Recommended Self-contained, free-standing cottage (s) or chalet (s) with kitchen (s) in a garden or bush setting. Generally small with limited leisure facilities.
Self-Catering Cottages/Chalets, 1 Cottages
Kaapschehoop, Lowveld Legogote, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Lambourn's is a little gem of a place in the quaint gold rush town of Kaapsehoop. Here you will find yourself surrounded by breathtaking views and strange formations of rock made of sand-stone which are ablaze in color with flowering aloes in June and July. Read More...
Highly Recommended As for Leisure Hotels but usually independently owned with the emphasis on affordable family accommodation . Many leisure facilities are offered.
Family Resort, 46 Units
Mazeppa Bay, Wild Coast, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Set in a beautiful setting of palms, Mazeppa Bay Hotel will enchant you and your family with fishing, hiking and birding being some of the favourite things to do. Read More...
Highly Recommended As for Leisure Hotels but usually independently owned with the emphasis on affordable family accommodation . Many leisure facilities are offered.
Family Resort, 42 Rooms
Qora Mouth, Wild Coast, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Magical Kob Inn, on the Wild Coast, is situated on the rocks, flanked by unspoilt beaches, broad rivers, coastal forests and rolling green hills in the heart of Xhosaland. 3-star accommodation and outdoor activities makes us the ideal family breakaway. Read More...
Highly Recommended This may be self-catering, B&B or guest house accommodation and is usually located on a working farm where guest are invited to view the farm operations or even to participate.
Farm Accommodation, 6 Rooms
Graaff-Reinet, Karoo Heartland, The Karoo, Eastern Cape, South Africa
1 fully equipped house accommodating 4 people. Tours arranged to a wool shed aswell as bushman caves and paintings, museums and fossil works. Read More...
Superior A conservation area, state or privately owned, where an important element of the visit is to experience nature and/or see game. May be a nature reserve where activities such as bird-watching and hiking are major attractions, or a game reserve where game-viewing can be enjoyed. The accommodation and ambience are casual and rela
Game & Nature Reserve, 9 Rooms
Pietermaritzburg, Midlands, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Nestled in Gwahumbe Valley, close to Durban, lies a hidden gem. Luxurious retreat, catered, self-catered, conference or wedding, let us indulge you with our warm hospitality. Our spa, breathtaking views, bird and game-viewing create a soul-revitalising experience. Read More...
Highly Recommended A conservation area, state or privately owned, where an important element of the visit is to experience nature and/or see game. May be a nature reserve where activities such as bird-watching and hiking are major attractions, or a game reserve where game-viewing can be enjoyed. The accommodation and ambience are casual and rela
Game & Nature Reserve, 1 Cottages
Pietermaritzburg, Midlands, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Figtree's décor is fashioned in old-world charm. The comfortable farmstead atmosphere is carried through to the individual service and wholesome food. Air-conditioned, en suite double rooms. Open-plan lounge, bar and dining area. Verandah overlooking watering hole. Conference and wedding facilities. Read More...
Highly Recommended This accommodation must be on be of the highest standard, set in peaceful surroundings either in town or in the country. Furnishings, ambience, food preparation and service should be of exceptional quality. Can be small or large but whatever the size, personalised service is of the utmost importance.
Luxury Lodge, 11 Rooms
Isimangaliso Wetland Park, Elephant Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Situated within the iSimangaliso Wetlands Park, a World Heritage Site, and one of South Africa's unsurpassed tourism destinations. These lodges are interconnected by raised wooden walkways and cradled high up in the sand forest with spectacular views of the unscathed bushveld and lake. Read More...
Eco A conservation area, state or privately owned, where an important element of the visit is to experience nature and/or see game. May be a nature reserve where activities such as bird-watching and hiking are major attractions, or a game reserve where game-viewing can be enjoyed. The accommodation and ambience are casual and rela
Game & Nature Reserve, 5 Rooms
Tankwa Karoo National Park, Namaqualand (Namakwa), Northern Cape, South Africa
Elandsberg Wilderness Camp offers 5 self-catering cottages. Situated in the hills of the area known as the Elandsberg, with views of Tanqua Karoo plains. The cottages are built with locally made clay-and-straw bricks, with sections of walls built with rocks from the site. Each cottage has a small plunge pool and braai area. "Other accommodation is also available in the Park". Read More...
Highly Recommended A conservation area, state or privately owned, where an important element of the visit is to experience nature and/or see game. May be a nature reserve where activities such as bird-watching and hiking are major attractions, or a game reserve where game-viewing can be enjoyed. The accommodation and ambience are casual and rela
Game & Nature Reserve, 78 Rooms
Leeuwkloof, Dinokeng, Greater Pretoria (Tshwane), Gauteng, South Africa
Luxurious hideaway in a bushveld setting. Spacious accommodation in 3 different lodges. Restaurants, bomas and a variety of dining options. Guided nature drives, walking trails and horse-riding. The perfect venue for weddings, functions and leisure getaways. The colourful Ndebele Village and "Shebeen" are a highlight. Read More...
Highly Recommended A B&B is individually or family-owned and dinner is generally not served. It is unlikely to have a liquor licence. More formal than a B&B Homestay.
B&B/Guest House Style, 4 Rooms
Clarens, Eastern Free State (Thabo Mofutsanyana), Free State, South Africa
Rosewood Corner is situated in the Main street of Clarens in a pretty garden with bomas for relaxing. All rooms are en suite with TV, heaters, electric blankets and have separate entrances. Within easy walking distance to restaurants and shops. Read More...
Highly Recommended A conservation area, state or privately owned, where an important element of the visit is to experience nature and/or see game. May be a nature reserve where activities such as bird-watching and hiking are major attractions, or a game reserve where game-viewing can be enjoyed. The accommodation and ambience are casual and rela
Game & Nature Reserve, 19 Rooms
Queenstown, Friendly N6, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Upmarket lodge offering luxury en suite double bedrooms, self-catering accommodation and thatched Hunters' cottages sleeping 38 guests. Situated in a malaria-free zone and covering an area of 1,500ha. A fully-equipped thatched conference facility, lapa and open boma are ideal for corporate events. Read More...
Recommended A B&B or guest house which also offers self -catering accommodation.
B&B/Guest House with Self-Catering, 12 Rooms
Springbok, Namaqualand (Namakwa), Northern Cape, South Africa
Upmarket accommodation at budget tariffs, set in the heart of Namaqualand. A place to relax and rejuvenate the soul. Your home away from home. Spring flowers, canoeing and the great outdoors. En suite rooms and self-catering accommodation. Read More...
Recommended Self-contained, free-standing cottage (s) or chalet (s) with kitchen (s) in a garden or bush setting. Generally small with limited leisure facilities.
Self-Catering Cottages/Chalets, 1 Units
Middelburg, Cultural Heartland, Mpumalanga, South Africa
The ideal getaway embraces the beauty of the mountainous surroundings at Leopard's Trail Guest Farm, situated 34km north of Middelburg. We welcome nature lovers who have the opportunity to share in the farm activities. Offering a spacious farmhouse with entertainment area overlooking the farm surroundings. The place you bring your body to free your soul! Read More...
Recommended A conservation area, state or privately owned, where an important element of the visit is to experience nature and/or see game. May be a nature reserve where activities such as bird-watching and hiking are major attractions, or a game reserve where game-viewing can be enjoyed. The accommodation and ambience are casual and rela
Game & Nature Reserve, 22 Rooms
Kosi Bay, Elephant Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
In the far North Eastern corner of Kwazulu-Natal lies one of nature's last frontiers, Kosi Bay. Unique in its people, resources and ecology, the area epitomises the incredible splendour of untouched Africa at its most pristine. Comfortable rustic accommodation. Full board or self-catering. Read More...
Highly Recommended Hotel-style accommodation with extensive public areas and recreation facilities including restaurant (s) and bar (s ), primarily aimed at holiday-makers but also accommodating conference visitors, business travellers and touring groups. May have a la carte facilities.
Leisure Hotel, 55 Rooms
Winterton, Drakensberg Central, Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Set in the scenic majesty of the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg World Heritage Park. Great facilities. Cosy, comfortable rondavels, mountain view bungalows and executive suites, in trim, park-like gardens. Tasty, wholesome country meals of a freshness, quality and variety seldom found. Read More...
Highly Recommended Very similar to Guest House Dinner by Arrangement but dinner is available in a restaurant-style or home-style environment.
Guest House Full Service, 20 Rooms
Polokwane (Pietersburg), Capricorn, Limpopo, South Africa
Exclusive, beautiful lodge in the heart of Polokwane. Experience luxury accommodation in double en suite rooms each with private patio. Sumptuous breakfasts are served in the cosy breakfast room or under the lapa. Enjoy the swimming pools, floodlit tennis court and tranquil garden. Rooms: 25. Conferencing: 50 delegates... Read More...
Highly Recommended This may be self-catering, B&B or guest house accommodation and is usually located on a working farm where guest are invited to view the farm operations or even to participate.
Farm Accommodation, 3 Rooms
Nieuwoudtville, Namaqualand (Namakwa), Northern Cape, South Africa
''...my favourite place to stay in South Africa'' Greenwood Guide U.K.Farm accommodation with self-catering and DBB. This well known conservation-orientated farm offers DE LANDE GUEST HOUSE, comfortable country charm in four en suite double rooms, and privately set stone thatched COTTAGES of historical charm in Fynbos. Romantic, oil lamps, outside showers and fireplaces. Dinner served at the the cottages. 180m Oorlogskloof canyon and waterfall, swimming. Namaqualand flowers, rock paintings. Stopover to Kgalagadi-Kalahari Park or Cape Town. Read More...
Highly Recommended A country-style retreat is located in a peaceful location and offers a tranquil, refined ambience for leisure travellers. The emphasis is on getting away from it all. On-site dining facilities of high standard may be available or the suites may be self-catering. May country-style retreats restrict access to children. A large country-style retreat has 15 or more rooms.
Country-Style Retreat Large, 36 Rooms
Addo, Addo Elephant Park and Surrounds, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Fondly refered to as "The Old Lady", The Zuurberg Mountain Village is a country Hotel with facilities set in true African scenic splendour, with a wealth of history dating back to the 1850's. Read More...
Highly Recommended A B&B or guest house which also offers self -catering accommodation.
B&B/Guest House with Self-Catering, 9 Rooms
Gonubie North, East London, Sunshine Coast, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Experience true Sunshine Coast hospitality at your next stay at the Crowned Crane and The Guinea Feather,where we have one price throughout the year! This landmark B&B, in Gonubie East London, sets the hospitality standard for others to follow. The emphasis is on personal service, and the relaxed atmosphere carries through to the accommodation, where guests make themselves at home in the splendidly appointed B&B and self-catering suites. We invite you to stay at the Crowned Crane, or the Guinea Feather, for a wonderful home away from home experience! Read More...
