Hotels in South Africa

Lions Place is in the middle of a game preserve, so it is remote, but that is essential to its charm. You are in the middle of the habitat of African wildlife. Nevertheless, JB has managed to create a really high-end lodge. The building is lovely, the rooms are very comfortable, and the meals are exceptional. We went on four safaris and they were magical.

Like a dream come true. Starting from the warm welcome from staff (Patience and Lloyd) to the decadent breakfasts our stay was delightful. All views from the suite (number 2) were exceptional. The fire in the fireplace each night warmed us and our hearts. Great gift shop. Housekeeping was amazing. And the lighted walkway was enchanting.

Me and my wife had an amazing stay here. We were impressed by the beautiful surroundings and the peaceful atmosphere. The villa itself is really spacious, beautiful stylish, and impeccably clean, offering everything needed for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The views were absolutely breathtaking, overlooking mountains—perfect for enjoying a morning coffee, breakfast or a glass of wine in the evening. The location is great, providing escape while still being close to the heart of Franschhoek. The staff is warm, attentive, and always ready to assist with any request, making sure everything was perfect. Special thanks to Esme! Overall, I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a luxurious, tranquil, and memorable getaway in Franschhoek. We loved it so much that we decided to go back to it for our last night in South Africa!

Our stay at the Motswari Retreat was amazing! The rooms were beautiful, so thoughtful decorated and well equipped, the meals were delicious, and the staff went above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable and memorable as possible. Desmond, the manager, is extremely friendly and was always going above and beyond to make us feel welcomed. Marius, our guide, and Erick, our tracker, were excellent as well and we appreciated how passionate and experienced they were. Our chef, Eva, and her team were fantastic and every meal was outstanding, especially the outdoor bonfire/grill night. We cannot say enough great things about the Motswari retreat!!

Clean, convenient, and a very accommodating staff.

we stayed at the Thatch house flamingo suite for our honeymoon and the place was fantastic . Everything was perfect , staff very friendly . Definitely will visit the place in future .

Everything. Exceptional stay.

A very unique boutique hotel. The staff were amazing and very helpful. Our family suite felt like a little cottage with its own kitchen and dining area. There was extreme attention to detail in everything in the room. The food there was delicious

I simply loved my stay at this gem of a place. A peaceful tranquil beautiful oasis away from the daily hustle of life. The rooms were beautiful with very comfortable beds, staff is super friendly and helpful with tips and the breakfast was an amazing experience with a variety to choose from. The surrounding area is just awesome. The perfect get away for a weekend to re-charge. I'll be back.

Our stay at Ivory Wilderness River Rock Lodge was the highlight of the holiday. Danell and Wienand were wonderful guides and hosts and made us feel very welcome at this beautiful Lodge. Andrew and Siphiwe looked after us at the Lodge and we enjoyed every meal. The team at Ivory Wilderness work well together and make sure that you are well looked after.

An amazing experience! The hosts were absolutely wonderful - so kind, welcoming, and attentive. The food was incredibly tasty and fresh. Highly recommended!

Amazing stay, beautiful property and fantastic staff! They made our stop over during the honeymoon so memorable! Thank you 🙏🏻