Superior 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 small country-style retreat has fewer than 15 rooms.
Country-Style Retreat Small, 9 Suites
Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands, Western Cape, South Africa
An authentic Winelands experience blended with superior wines and true hospitality! Situated amongst vineyards, in beautifully landscaped gardens with spectacular mountain views, this is where space comes in abundance, choices are both numerous and exciting, and quality is felt as well as seen. Read More...
Superior Usually small (30 rooms or less), offering intimate individuality, fine cuisine and stylish accommodation with privacy and absolute comfort paramount. Rooms and public areas are decorated with unique interior designs which may be themed, ultra-modern or classically
traditional.
Boutique Hotel, 16 Rooms
Parkwood, Randburg, Greater Randburg, Greater Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
The Parkwood features 16 spacious, luxuriously decorated double suites. Sumptuous breakfasts are included and fully-catered dinners, cocktail parties and launches can be arranged for guests who book the house in its entirety. Close to restaurants, African craft markets, designer shops, galleries, nightspots and entertainment at Rosebank, Sandton City, Nelson Mandela Square and Melrose Arch. Read More...
Superior An establishment with anything between 2 and 20 rooms, where dinner is available by prior arrangement. Public areas are solely for the use of the guest. The owner/manager may/may not live on site. May also serve meals to non resident guest.
Guest House - Dinner by Arrangement, 9 Rooms
Margate, South Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Wake to the sunrise over the Indian Ocean. Easy access to golf courses, fabulous beaches and numerous restaurants. Feel the stress evaporate as you enter light and airy bedrooms which are tastefully decorated in earthy tones. We are a popular choice with honeymooners or those wanting a romantic getaway is our luxurious and private Honeymoon Suite. 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, 12 Rooms
Colesberg, Karoo, The Karoo, Northern Cape, South Africa
The Lighthouse offers families, tourists and business clients something special in luxury, reasonably priced overnight accommodation. Expect a warm welcome, friendly personal service and distinctive style. Read More...
Superior A more sophisticated, purpose-built/renovated establishment with quality furnishings (not domestic-style ) and décor, 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, 11 Rooms
Franschhoek, Cape Winelands, Western Cape, South Africa
A romantic delight overlooking plum trees and the mountains of Franschhoek. Eleven rooms, all uniquely designed. Delicious alfresco breakfasts in a secluded picturesque garden. Laze around 1 of 2 saltwater pools soaking up the African sun. Attention to detail and personal service. Read More...
Highly Recommended A resort with both hotel-style and self-catering accommodation. Many leisure facilities are offered and families including children are welcome.
Resort with Varied Accommodation, 177 Rooms
Port Alfred, Sunshine Coast, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Makweni Beach Resort situated on the water's edge, is surrounded by white sand dunes. The endless unspoilt beach and a tranquil lagoon, offers the perfect beach resort getaway for the whole family. Numerous activities available. Whatever you do, relax and unwind - that's what Mpekweni is all about. Read More...
Highly Recommended A hotel where the accommodation and facilities are geared to business travellers. The bar and/or restaurant is usually an important element of the hotel. Recreational facilities may include a pool and gym. Families including children are welcome.
Commercial Hotel, 30 Rooms
Middelburg, Cultural Heartland, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Nexbed Hotel is situated in the middle of the Cultural Heartland of South Africa in Middelburg, Mpumalanga. Less than 1½ hours drive from Pretoria, Johannesburg and OR Tambo International Airport and 2 hours drive from Nelspruit - on route to the Kruger National Park. Read More...
Superior 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 Units
Wilderness, Greater Knysna Area, The Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa
Wilderness Manor is an elegant and stylish colonial Guest House overlooking the beautiful Wilderness Lagoon, within easy and safe walking distance to golden beaches, restaurants and village shops. Owners, Gerald and JD provide upmarket, luxury accommodation in a refined environment. Read More...
Highly Recommended Comfortable, homely ambience, serving home –cooked meals and operating a friendly local pub.
Usually fewer than 45 rooms– ideal for the business executive away from home.
Small Hotel/Inn, 11 Rooms
Annlin, Pretoria, Greater Pretoria (Tshwane), Gauteng, South Africa
Offering a harmonious blend of classical style and modern day conveniences in a peaceful setting. Rooms offer a spectacular view of the Wonderboom Airport runway and guests can continue to enjoy the view by merely stepping down for breakfast. Within easy reach of various attractions and shopping amenities. 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
BUSHMANS RIVER MOUTH, Sunshine Coast, Eastern Cape, South Africa
River's Rest is the place to visit for an unforgettable 'riverside village' experience. Situated in the delightful old village of Bushman's River Mouth, the house is warm and friendly. Fully-equipped with an open braai set under a beautiful Milkwood tree where visitors can relax around a braai fire, whilst sipping sundowners. 7 bedrooms accommodating fourteen people. Read More...
Highly Recommended May be small or large. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available together with all the expected hotel services, in very comfortable, well-designed en suite rooms and public areas including (cocktail) bar facilities. For leisure or business travellers and may have conference and/or banqueting facilities.
Full Service Hotel, 43 Rooms
Mossel Bay, Greater Mossel Bay Area, The Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa
The accommodation at this luxury 4-star hotel has been designed to meet the needs of todays traveller and all 43 bedrooms including 2 presidential suites are sea facing and overlook parts of the renowned Pinnacle Point golf course. Facilities include a spa and wellness centre, restaurant, cosy bar and conference facilities that can cater for 200 delegates. Read More...
Highly Recommended A B&B or guest house which also offers self -catering accommodation.
B&B/Guest House with Self-Catering, 7 Rooms
Newlands, North Western Suburbs, Cape Town, Southern Suburbs, Greater Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
The Oak and Vine Guest House is a Cape Dutch character house set in the secure and leafy suburb of Newlands, Cape Town. Catering for up to 12 guests and offers four luxurious en suite rooms in the main house and two separate self-contained cottages on the estate.... Read More...
Highly Recommended May be small or large. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available together with all the expected hotel services, in very comfortable, well-designed en suite rooms and public areas including (cocktail) bar facilities. For leisure or business travellers and may have conference and/or banqueting facilities.
Full Service Hotel, 131 Rooms
Rustenburg, Bojanala, North West, South Africa
Just 145km from Johannesburg and 45km from Sun City/Pilanesberg. Situated in the foothills of historic Rustenburg Kloof, lies the lush, subtropical paradise of the Orion Safari Lodge. Surrounded by undulating hills and its own private nature reserve, this family resort is a breath of fresh air away from city life. Read More...
Highly Recommended Comfortable, homely ambience, serving home –cooked meals and operating a friendly local pub.
Usually fewer than 45 rooms– ideal for the business executive away from home.
Small Hotel/Inn, 26 Rooms
Wartburg, Midlands, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
The picturesque Orion Hotel Wartburg is ideally located 30km from Pietermaritzburg and 1 hour from Durban in the sugarbelt of the Natal Midlands. The town of Wartburg with its German influence dates back to 1881 when it was founded by Lutheran missionaries. Read More...
Highly Recommended
Backpackers, 35 Rooms
Tamboerskloof, Cape Town, City, Greater Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
A luxury backpackers, straddling the line between hostel and hotel with its dignity intact. The pool is huge, the food is good, the activities are many, the staff are friendly, the location is central and extremely popular, so book ahead! Read More...
Highly Recommended A B&B or guest house which also offers self -catering accommodation.
B&B/Guest House with Self-Catering, 5 Rooms
Benoni, Far East Rand, East Rand (Ekurhuleni), Gauteng, South Africa
Reminiscent of Victorian splendour this gracious double-storey guest house in large gardens with classical gazebo, is located close to OR Tambo International Airport, Korsman lake/nature reserve, restaurants, shopping centres, cinemas, gym, freeways, golf courses and casinos. Read More...
Superior 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, 7 Rooms
St Lucia, Elephant Coast, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Leopard Corner is a new guesthouse which has just arisen as a sister house to Lalapanzi Guest House, which is just down the street. Facility Info Leopard Corner features 3 (soon to be 6) spacious, en suite rooms, a full, made-to-order Continental and English breakfast menu, a pool with a beautiful fountain, which borders a lush subtropical garden, and safe parking. Leopard Corner borders the St Lucia Wetlands, which starts right beside the house. Often our guests are lucky enough to catch sight of monkeys and bird life, which abound in the area which Leopard Corner shares with the wild. The name Leopard Corner came from leopard sightings occasionally occurring along the outer edge of the forest which is on the other side of the street corner where the guesthouse is situated. Leopard Corners staff take hospitality, a warm feeling of a home away from home, and professionalism to new limits as they provide a very personal and engaging service to all of their guests, no matter what the race, creed, or background is of their many international and South African visitors. Leopard Corner is owned and operated by a close knit Afrikaans family and tries to share the same homespun values with all of the guests who come through. Read More...
Superior Comfortable, homely ambience, serving home –cooked meals and operating a friendly local pub.
Usually fewer than 45 rooms– ideal for the business executive away from home.
Small Hotel/Inn, 13 Rooms
Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands, Western Cape, South Africa
This (perfectly located) village hotel - ambiance of a Stellenbosch house - in the historic centre - Stellenbosch. Walk to 60 restaurants, antique shops, museums, art galleries and the university. All en-suite rooms - designed to give you a good night’s rest - are equipped with hi-speed Wi-Fi, top quality linen, minibar etc. Read More...
Superior Self-contained units including a fully-equipped kitchen. May be a high-rise building . Generally do not have a restaurant or many recreational facilities.
Self-Catering Suites/Apartments, 2 Units
Umhlanga Rocks, North, Greater Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
8 Wedgewood Terrace is situated directly across the road from the access to the main bathing beach (Bronze Beach) in Umhlanga Rocks. This luxury self catering apartment consists of a lounge, dining area and a fully fitted modern kitchen. There are two double bedrooms with a main en suite. Read More...
Recommended A more sophisticated, purpose-built/renovated establishment with quality furnishings (not domestic-style ) and décor, 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, 5 Rooms
Amanzimtoti, South, Greater Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Low rates. Free wireless Internet. Free transport in 5km radius. Low cost Airport transfers. Credit Cards accepted. We cater for travelers, holiday makers, contractors and corporate clients who need a clean, homely and informal place to overnight at low rates. Although we do not provide 5 star luxuries, we are recommended by the AA and are members of Sapphire Coast Tourism, Amanzimtoti Accommodation Association as well as KZN Tourism. Read More...
Superior 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, 6 Rooms
Franschhoek, Cape Winelands, Western Cape, South Africa
Lovely cottages situated on a boutique wine farm, 2km from the village, enjoying both mountain and valley views. Each cottage has 2 double bedrooms, 1 en suite and 1 single bedroom, open-plan lounge/kitchen, fully equipped with all the mod cons, TV, cosy fireplace, private patio, braai area and use of pool. Read More...
