Cape Grysbok Self-drive Safari: Day-by-day

The Cape Grace is set right in the heart of Cape Town's Victoria and Alfred Waterfront, on its very own quay. It's an ideal location if you want to be very close to the shops, restaurants and nightlife to be found in this area.

"..perfectly situated.. One of my favourite hotels anywhere in the world.."

Mr & Mrs HfromUK

Arrived 14 Jan 2022, 3 nights

See our full report on Cape Grace

The Marine is a stylish hotel, perched on the cliffs overlooking Walker Bay and just a two-minute walk from the centre of Hermanus. It is a beautiful seaside spot, especially good for land-based whale watching between about June and November.

"Amazing Hotel.. Beautiful views of the bay.. Whale watching was fantastic.."

Mr and Mrs AfromUK

Arrived 26 Jul 2023, 2 nights

The Marine is a luxurious, elegant yet unpretentious five-star hotel set in a beautiful seafront location with very friendly staff. It makes an excellent base from which to explore Hermanus and the surrounding area. See our full report on The Marine

Schoone Oordt Country House is located in the historic town of Swellendam, at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains. A beautiful Victorian house dating back to 1853, it is a convenient halfway stop between Cape Town and the Garden Route. The house is set in landscaped gardens and has been lovingly restored by its current owners as an upmarket guesthouse.

"Lovely guesthouse in a pleasant town."

Mr P & familyfromDublin

Arrived 28 Jun 2019, 1 night

Schoone Oordt Country House is a beautifully restored guesthouse with friendly staff, an inviting atmosphere and good-quality accommodation. It offers a convenient base to explore Swellendam and the surrounding area. See our full report on Schoone Oordt Country House

Tsala Treetop Lodge is set on a private forested estate between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay, on South Africa's scenic Garden Route. Tsala Treetop Lodge is a romantic and luxurious lodge, privately owned by the Hunter family.

"Beautiful tree top location"

Mr & Mrs HfromMiddlesex

Arrived 8 Apr 2022, 3 nights

Tsala Treetop Lodge offers high quality accommodation with lavish, luxurious suites and villas within a lush forested setting. The lodge caters particularly well for couples of all ages seeking privacy and tranquility. It’s great for exploring the Garden Route’s Plettenberg Bay and Knysna area with its many activities on offer. See our full report on Tsala Treetop Lodge

The elegant Rosenhof Country House occupies a mid-19th-century single-storey homestead on the outskirts of Oudtshoorn, in South Africa’s Little Karoo. It is well placed for visits to the Cango Caves and several ostrich farms in the region. During our last visit, the rooms were being renovated and refurbished.

"We enjoyed a really excellent evening meal ..."

Prof & Dr MfromSheffield

Arrived 9 May 2019, 1 night

Rosenhof Country House offers high-quality accommodation in peaceful surroundings. See our full report on Rosenhof Country House

Just 3km from Montagu, on the scenic South African Route 62, the Galenia Estate is encircled by the Langeberg Mountains, and enjoys beautiful views from its guesthouse across the Klein Karoo. The estate is predominantly covered by indigenous fynbos and renosterbos, along with a large olive grove, but it also features the Boontjiesrivier and five picturesque dams, which attract an array of birds. Please note Galenia will be closed for the winter between 16th May until 14th August 2020 inclusive.

We are delighted to see a new high-quality guesthouse in this area, promising a welcoming and charming atmosphere, a high level of service and food, and stylish and comfortable accommodation.

"Galenia is nicely appointed & comfortable... evening meals all very good..."

Mr AfromSt Albans

Arrived 9 Nov 2021, 4 nights

We are looking forward to visiting Galenia ourselves and will post further details here as soon as we have them – but meanwhile just ask us for the latest information. See our full report on Galenia Estate

Often known as simply ‘The Franschhoek’, The Last Word Franschhoek is a small, smart boutique hotel with just ten rooms, in the town of Franschhoek, in the heart of the Cape’s winelands. It’s a very short walk from restaurants, shops and art galleries – and a great base from which to explore the surrounding vineyards and countryside.

"This is a lovely boutique hotel in the heart of Franschhoek."

Mr&Mrs HfromWinchester

Arrived 15 Jan 2020, 3 nights

The Last Word Franschhoek is a smart little boutique hotel in the heart of the lovely village of Franschhoek. It offers the high levels of service and comfort that we’d hope for from a good boutique hotel – and we believe that it delivers these. It’s not inexpensive, but we have no hesitation in recommending it enthusiastically. See our full report on The Last Word Franschhoek

Set in the quaint fishing village of Paternoster, the privately owned Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotel is 145km north of Cape Town. It has beautiful views over the vegetated dunes to the sea, and is only steps away from a seemingly endless sandy beach. There is a nature reserve right on the doorstep and the West Coast National Park is about 60km away.

"A great place to stay ..."

Mr A.fromHertford

Arrived 6 Apr 2019, 2 nights

With its first-class location and high levels of comfort, Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotel is a lovely place for a tranquil holiday or secluded beach retreat. The nearby nature reserve and proximity to the West Coast National Park makes it a super choice for those who like the great outdoors; it’s the perfect spot both for birdwatching and walking, and also for seeing the spectacular Namaqua flowers which bloom late August / early September. See our full report on Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotel