South Africa · Mpumalanga, South Africa
Lion Sands Ivory Lodge: A Highly Rated Safari Stay
Public reviews point to an intimate, high-end safari lodge in Mpumalanga, South Africa, with standout guides, meals and game drives.
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May to September for game viewing; November to March for Cape Town beaches.
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South Africa
Tintswalo Safari: A Refined Base for Big-Game Drives
Public reviews praise Tintswalo Safari for attentive service, accomplished cooking and well-organised drives in South Africa’s Manyeleti game reserve.
South Africa · Vanderkloof
Waterfront Boutique Hotel: A Quiet Vanderkloof Dam Stay
Public reviews consistently praise the clean rooms, welcoming staff, generous breakfasts and calming views across Vanderkloof Dam.
South Africa · Port Alfred
The Beach House, Port Alfred: A Welcoming Base by the Sea
Public reviews point to a meticulously kept guest house with sea views, attentive hosting and easy access to Port Alfred’s outdoor attractions.
South Africa · Wilderness
Dune Villa Wilderness: Ocean Views and Thoughtful Hosting
This highly rated Wilderness guest house suits travellers seeking polished rooms, direct beach access and a slower coastal stay.
South Africa · Brenton-on-Sea
Brenton Breakers: Sea Views Above Brenton-on-Sea
Public reviews point to a clean, self-catering stay prized for panoramic ocean views, with steep beach access and occasional practical limitations to consider.
South Africa · Gqeberha
Casa Seaviews: Quiet Rooms Above Gqeberha Beach
Public reviews point to a peaceful guest house with strong sea views, clean rooms, comfortable beds and a short walk to the beach.
South Africa · Margate
Wailana Beach Lodge, Margate’s Ocean-View Guesthouse
Public reviews highlight quiet rooms, attentive hosts, ocean views, strong breakfasts and occasional whale sightings from the property.
South Africa · Hermanus
Whale Coast Ocean Villa: A Welcoming Hermanus Guesthouse
Public reviews point to a spotless, comfortable guesthouse near the beach and Cliff Path, with warm service and a notably good breakfast.
South Africa · Herold's Bay
Makarios On Sea: A Quiet Herold's Bay Beach Stay
Public reviews point to clean, spacious self-catering accommodation with strong ocean views, direct beach access and attentive hosting in Herold's Bay.
South Africa · Plettenberg Bay
Singing Kettle Beach Lodge: Views, Care and Beach Access
Public reviews highlight warm hosting, bright modern interiors, a peaceful beach and a convenient restaurant downstairs in Plettenberg Bay.
South Africa · Margate
Tropical Beach, a Peaceful Stay on the Margate Coast
Public reviews praise Tropical Beach for its ocean views, beach access, welcoming hosts and well-prepared breakfast.
South Africa · Hermanus
Mosselberg on Grotto Beach: a quiet luxury stay in Hermanus
Public reviews describe a small, polished beachfront guest house where attentive service, generous breakfasts and ocean views define the stay.
South Africa · Wilderness
Escape to the Beach: A Refined Seaside Stay in Wilderness
Public reviews describe a beautifully designed guest house where ocean views, thoughtful details and warm service shape the stay.
South Africa · Herolds Bay
Waves of Grace Seafront Villa: A Herolds Bay Stay
Public reviews consistently praise this seafront guest house for its ocean views, polished rooms and genuinely welcoming service.
South Africa · eMdloti
Umdloti Letting and Sales: Beachside Apartments with Caveats
Public reviews praise clean, well-located apartments and helpful staff, but also flag inconsistent stays, maintenance problems and late-night noise.
South Africa · Hermanus
Hermanus Beachfront Lodge: Sea Views and Warm Hosting
Public reviews highlight a small, welcoming lodge with ocean-facing rooms, thoughtful hosts, strong breakfasts and a walkable seaside setting.
South Africa · Wilderness
Wilderness Beach Views: Beach Access and Warm Hospitality
Public reviews point to a quiet Wilderness stay defined by ocean views, welcoming hosts, satisfying breakfasts and a steep route down to the beach.
South Africa · Knysna
Ocean Views and Quiet Nights at Brenton on the Rocks
Public reviews highlight dramatic sea views, welcoming service and a peaceful Brenton setting close enough to Knysna for restaurant outings.
South Africa · Langebaan
Langebaan Beach Towers puts the ocean first
Public reviews praise the beachfront setting, sea views and considerate service, while housekeeping details draw some criticism.
South Africa · Mossel Bay
African Oceans Manor: A Front-Row Stay on Mossel Bay Beach
Public reviews point to a peaceful oceanfront guest house with memorable breakfasts, friendly service and a few practical inconsistencies.
South Africa · Beach
Haus am Strand: A Quiet Oceanfront Stay in Wilderness
Public reviews describe a warmly hosted guest house with direct beach access, polished apartments and striking ocean views in Wilderness, South Africa.
South Africa · Wilderness
SEASENSE Boutique Beach Villa, Wilderness, South Africa
A highly rated beachfront stay with polished interiors, ocean views, attentive hospitality and direct access to Wilderness beach.
South Africa · Elysium
Sugar Beach Resort: A Peaceful South Coast Stay
Public reviews point to a calm, family-friendly beach resort in Elysium, with ocean views, warm service and a private beach.
South Africa · Knysna
Brenton On Sea Cottages for Quiet Beachside Stays
Public reviews consistently praise the clean cottages, friendly service and peaceful setting near the beach in Brenton-on-Sea, Knysna.
South Africa · Cape Town
Camps Bay Village: A Convenient Base Near the Beach
Public reviews praise the location, caring staff and pools, while one detailed complaint urges guests to check the cottage condition before booking.
South Africa · Paternoster
Abalone Hotel & Villas for a Restful Paternoster Stay
Public reviews highlight spacious rooms, thoughtful service, strong dining and a convenient walk to the beach in Paternoster.
South Africa · Langebaan
Crystal Lagoon Lodge: Quiet Views in Langebaan
Public reviews point to a peaceful Langebaan stay with strong lagoon views, welcoming service and a few practical details to check before arrival.
South Africa · eMdloti
Umdloti Resort for Ocean Views and Beach Access
Public reviews highlight a strong seaside location, walkable essentials and memorable ocean views, with older apartments and uneven check-in noted.
South Africa · Port Edward
Secret Sands Glenmore Beach: A Scenic Port Edward Stay
Secret Sands Glenmore Beach pairs beach access and a sociable on-site venue with uneven accommodation experiences, according to public reviews.
South Africa · KwaDukuza
Canelands Beach Club: Sea Views and Relaxed North Coast Dining
Public reviews highlight Canelands Beach Club’s beachfront setting, friendly service, breakfast and lunch, with a few practical cautions for visitors.
South Africa · Mbazwana
Mseni Beach Lodge puts Sodwana Bay’s beach within easy reach
Public reviews consistently praise this peaceful beach lodge for its national-park setting, diving access, pool and well-regarded restaurant.
South Africa · Knysna
Brenton Haven Puts Knysna Beach Life at the Door
Beachfront apartments, broad sea views and a well-regarded restaurant make Brenton Haven a strong base for a relaxed Knysna stay.
South Africa · Hout Bay
Tintswalo Atlantic: A Special-Occasion Stay on Hout Bay
Public reviews describe Tintswalo Atlantic as a romantic coastal retreat with memorable food, attentive service and expansive bay views.
South Africa · Hibberdene
Pumula Beach Hotel: A Relaxed Family Stay in Hibberdene
Public reviews consistently praise Pumula Beach Hotel for its attentive staff, generous food and strong family focus, with some reservations about the kids club.
South Africa · Peddie
Mpekweni Beach Resort for Food, Views and Family Time
Public reviews point to a welcoming resort near Peddie, with ocean-view rooms, generous meals and a memorable river cruise.
South Africa · Port Edward
TO Strand Beach Resort: A Relaxed South Coast Base
Public reviews praise TO Strand Beach Resort for its beachfront setting, family-friendly facilities, clean ablutions and welcoming service.
South Africa · Cape Town
Dolphin Beach Hotel Review: Table Mountain Views by the Shore
Public reviews praise Dolphin Beach Hotel’s beachfront setting and Table Mountain views, while room upkeep, breakfast and city access draw criticism.
South Africa · Southbroom
San Lameer Resort Hotel & Spa: Beautiful Setting, Mixed Stay
A scenic Southbroom resort with a golf course and extensive facilities, though public reviews flag room condition, damp smells and inconsistent dining service.
South Africa · Scottburgh
Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape: A Relaxed Scottburgh Base
Public reviews point to a scenic, family-friendly resort with strong facilities, welcoming staff and service that can move slowly.
South Africa · Kaapstad
Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa: views with mixed upkeep
A large beachfront hotel praised for friendly service, cleanliness and Table Mountain views, though some rooms and systems draw sharp criticism.
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