Five of the most fabulous hotels to stay at in South Africa

As a hotel guest, sometimes you’re looking for a little more than just a place to lay your head for the night – an experience is what you’re after. If that sounds like you, then check out our list of the top five most fabulous and BEST hotels to stay at in South Africa…

1. The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa

If you’re in the Mother City and need a place to stay and an ultimate experience to have, then The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is your BEST bet. Located in Camps Bay with the Atlantic ocean right on its doorstep, the iconic hotel is flanked by the Twelve Apostles Mountain range and fynbos-filled Table Mountain National Park.

Guests of the Twelve Apostles can look forward to beautifully appointed rooms, dramatic ocean views, delicious cuisine and, of course, an award-winning Spa.

For those experiences that you crave, the hotel offers idyllic mountain walks and luxury picnics, a private cinema and trail walks through their fynbos gardens.

For bookings and more information, check out the website here.

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2. The Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa

If you find yourself looking for accommodation up in Jozi (Johannesburg), a stay at the glamourous Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa is a must. The luxury hotel offers guests a unique blend of African hospitality and contemporary luxury, with rooms that are elegantly decorated with African-inspired furnishings and art.

The Saxon also boasts a world-class spa, a top-notch fitness center and award-winning restaurants.

Check here for bookings and information.

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3. The Kruger Shalati Train hotel

Safaris and bush vacations are synonymous with South Africa, and if you’re looking for the ultimate safari accommodation, the Kruger Shalati Train hotel is our top choice. The unique accommodation is an almost 100-year-old train that’s been restored to perfection and sits atop the Selati suspension bridge.

The Shalati offers a superb wildlife viewing deck and an impossibly beautiful swimming pool with a view. There’s also a range of spa treatments available on board.

Check here for bookings and more information.

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4. La Residence

Situated in the heart of the ever-green Franschhoek Valley, La Residence is a luxury boutique hotel completely surrounded by gorgeous mountains and lush vineyards. The property offers luxurious suites with views of the valley that will leave you utterly breathless.

With Franschhoek being the ‘culinary capital’ of South Africa, guests can enjoy sophisticated dining at the hotel’s restaurant, as well as some of the best wine tastings in the Cape Winelands.

Check here for bookings and more information.

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5. The Silo Hotel

Located at the ever-buzzing V&A Waterfront in the historic grain silo complex, the luxury boutique Silo Hotel is famous for its shimmering pillowed-glass windows which offer panoramic views stretching from Table Mountain to the Table Bay harbour.

Guests can find a rooftop bar and restaurant and visit the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (MOCAA), which is just six floors below.

Visit the website here for more details.

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