Kruger National Park   Located in a private concession in the Kruger National Park, Singita Sweni Luxury Lodge is nestled beautifully amongst hundreds of trees at the edge of the Sweni River.  With its proximity to the river, guests at Sweni Luxury Lodge are treated to up-close sightings of the incredible wildlife. Visit the hotel website.

Sabi Sand   Singita Ebony Lodge, located on the Sand River, is a fresh interpretation of the classic safari lodge, combining tented camp and bush lodge style. The lodge has 12 suites, each with its own private plunge pool. Outdoor pavilion decks are suspended off the river banks as if hanging in the trees. Visit the hotel website.

Kruger National Park, South Africa Chitwa Chitwa is more than just a luxury private game lodge in the bush. The luxury lodge basks in the sun on the banks of one of the largest waters of the exclusive 63,000 hectare Sabi Sand Private Game Reserve, which forms part of the greater Kruger National Park.  

Timbavati, Greater Kruger National Park, South Africa Tanda Tula Safari Camp is positioned amongst enormous trees on the banks of the Nhlaralumi Riverbed, in the heart of Big Five country. Visitors are welcomed into this picturesque camp which exudes “elegance with African roots”. The camp is completely unfenced merging luxury with the natural environment. 

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa  Cape Town’s iconic resort hotel is a tranquil hideaway just moments from the city’s buzzing heart. Enjoy imaginative cuisine in our restaurants and soothing bliss at the spa. Just beyond our gates lies the pulsating city, with stunning beaches and historic hotspots. Visit the hotel website.

Cape Town, South Africa  Situated in the heart of Bantry Bay, the Ellerman House, Member of Relais & Châteaux, is an elegant mansion just ten minutes away from the city center and within walking distance of Clifton and Camps Bay beaches. Visit the hotel website.

Cape Town, South Africa One&Only Cape Town rises seven stories above the marina and offers sublime views of Table Mountain from its prime waterfront location. One&Only Spa is located on a private island in the middle of the waterway, as are 40 one- and two-bedroom Island Suites. Visit the hotel website.

Franschhoek, Western Cape, South AfricaSet in South Africa’s wine country, amid tranquil vineyards and against a majestic mountain backdrop, La Residence is an extraordinary retreat designed in the style of a French country manor. Swing open the terrace doors of your suite and admire mountain views. Dine alfresco on the rose terrace. Visit the hotel website.

Franschhoek, South AfricaGrande Provence Estate wears her 300-year history with dignity. Sitting in the magnificent Franschhoek Valley in South Africa’s Western Cape, her lush vines spread across 47-acres with gentle vistas over the valley floor, with the rugged mountains beyond. This is heartland South African wine country at its finest. Visit the hotel website.

Paternoster, Cape Town & The Western Cape, South Africa.  Looking for an unspoiled ocean getaway? The Strandloper Ocean Hotel, one of our favourite little finds in South Africa, is an airy seaside escape that exudes beachy minimalism. The 14 rooms are a fusion of beach style and contemporary luxury and each has its own terrace or private courtyard that open out onto breathtaking views. Paternoster is a seafood and lobster Mecca and the hotel creates inspired cuisine with a local and organic slant. Visit the hotel website.

Riebeek Valley near Cape Town Bartholomeus Klip is a restored Victorian homestead on a wheat and sheep farm, an hour and a half’s drive from Cape Town. The main farmhouse has only four luxury rooms and a suite, so exclusivity is guaranteed. Highlights of a stay are game drives through the nature reserve. Visit the hotel website.