Accommodation

South Africa Accommodation

South Africa offers a diverse range of accommodation options to suit every traveler's taste and budget. From luxurious game lodges nestled in the heart of the bush to budget-friendly backpacker hostels, there's something for everyone. For those seeking comfort and convenience, hotels and guest houses provide a comfortable stay. Alternatively, self-catering apartments and holiday homes offer greater flexibility and privacy. If you're an adventurous spirit, camping and caravan parks allow you to immerse yourself in nature.

Hostels

Hostel in Cape Town

Backpacker and hostelling accommodation often has a basic, no frills and no fuss connotation attached to it, but in South Africa the standard of backpacker accommodation can be unexpectedly high.

Backpacker hostels in South Africa are graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa and are mostly 3- and 4-star establishments. There are also a number of 5-star backpacker venues, among them some international award-winners.

Hostel Johannesburg

These lodges often cater to the so-called 'flashpacker', young, hip backpackers that travel the world with their iPads, smart phones and laptops, and enjoy comfortable accommodation where they can stay connected.

The 'flashpacker' hostels are located in destinations around the country, with luxury double and twin en suite rooms; spacious communal entertainment areas with indoor fireplaces, outdoor braai facilities, swimming pools and satellite TV, and WiFi access.

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Hotels

South Africa has world-class hotels. Personally, I think the best way to get an idea of the many choices you have is BOOKING.COM.

Cape Town accommodation

The Western Cape province and Cape Town in particular, is where the best accommodation is to be found.

Cape Town: The Mother City

Cape Town is the crown jewel of South Africa, offering a captivating blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and outdoor adventure. With its iconic Table Mountain as a majestic backdrop, the city boasts stunning beaches, world-class vineyards, and a thriving art scene. Whether you're seeking relaxation, exploration, or adrenaline-pumping activities, Cape Town has it all. Its cosmopolitan atmosphere, coupled with warm hospitality, makes it a truly unforgettable destination.

Cape Town bed and breakfast

Game Lodges

South Africa has many 5-star luxury game lodges, especially in the east of the country. Some examples:

Singita

Singita's luxury safari lodges provide restorative sanctuaries and encounters in the bush that guests won’t find anywhere else. Sought-after locations, intuitive attention to detail and the utmost privacy underpin every stay.

Singita

Singita lions

Singita Lions

Singita Spa

Singita website.

Lukimbi Safari Lodge

Lukimbi Safari Lodge is one of only 7 private concessions in the Kruger National Park, South Africa.
Experience a unique private safari in this vast protected reserve where the Big Five and a wide variety of other animals and birds roam free in their natural habitat.

Lukimbi Boma

Lukimbi Safari Lodge

Lukimbi website.

Inyati

Inyati Game Lodge is situated in the western sector of the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve which is a private game reserve sharing a common unfenced boundary with the Kruger National Park. It spans 50 000 hectares and is renowned for providing some of the best game viewing in Africa. The reserve is not open to the general public with each private lodge having exclusive traversing rights over their area.

Inyati wine cellar