For invaluable intimacy and breathtaking settings, South Africa's guest houses offer great value for money.
131 On Herbert Baker offers affordably style and luxury a few minutes from the Pretoria CBD. The guest house is located in a gated security community in Groenkloof. It provides nine sumptuous bedrooms with views of the city skyline.
Adley House is a Victorian-style guest house in Oudtshoorn in the Little Karoo. The four-star establishment offers comfortable overnight accommodation on tours that visit the Garden Route region or pass through the Karoo en route to the Winelands.
Ashbourne House is a charming four-star guest house in the Cape Winelands town of Franschhoek. With vine-shaded patios and manicured gardens, it offers the ideal base for exploring South Africa's award-winning vineyards.
Auberge Clermont is an inviting guest house on a historic vineyard and fruit farm in the Franschhoek Valley. The rural surroundings and the fine wine estates in the region will provide both a tranquil and titillating experience.
Avondrood is one of the top four-star luxury guest houses in Franschhoek. Just a short stroll from the town's main street with its variety of gourmet cafes and restaurants, It is the ideal base to explore the captivating Cape Winelands.
Beach Villa Wilderness commands a tremendous setting with unobstructed beach and ocean views in the heart of the Garden Route. Here, you will enjoy luxury accommodations and various outdoor and family pursuits.
Bosavern is a welcoming family-friendly guest house in the popular Garden Route town of Plettenberg Bay. It is perched high on a hilltop with spectacular views of the Indian Ocean. Enjoy easy access to fine beaches and a wealth of adventurous activities.
Buhala is a luxurious five-star lodge overlooking the Crocodile River on the southern boundary of the Kruger National Park. The lodge also offers access to the exclusive Gary Player-designed Leopard Creek, one of South Africa's finest golf courses.
Castello di Monte is a five-star guest house perched on a hill in the exclusive Waterkloof suburb of South Africa's capital, Pretoria. Enjoy sprawling views of the 'Jacaranda City' and luxurious Tuscan-style accommodation.
Chez Pierre offers an intimate stay on Leisure Island in the coastal town of Knysna on South Africa's Garden Route. The region is one of the most beautiful in the country, with towering mountains, fine beaches, and indigenous forests.
There is a variety of accommodation options at the De Hoop nature reserve. The collection of accommodation options range from basic but comfortable en-suite rooms to very luxurious rooms. In all cases, meals are enjoyed at the Fig Tree Restaurant.
Dennehof Guest House is the oldest homestead in the tiny town of Prince Albert in South Africa's Karoo region. Accommodations provided are intimate, with personal service of the highest standard.
Situated in the Eastern Cape, this colonial farmhouse is the perfect base for safari trips to the Addo Elephant National Park. Nine en suite bedrooms offer comfortable yet deluxe accommodations in a tranquil garden setting.
Escape to the Beach in Wilderness is an esteemed establishment steps from the ocean. Each thoughtfully designed room is a luxury reprieve with glorious ocean views in the heart of the South African Garden Route.
Fynbos Ridge is a family-friendly guest house a short distance from Plettenberg Bay in the ancient forests of the Garden Route. The five-star property is an excellent base for exploring the beaches and attractions of this much-favored slice of South Africa.
Gaikou Lodge is a guest house in Swellendam in South Africa's Overberg Region. The family-friendly four-star lodge can accommodate twenty-four people in this beautiful area at the foot of the Langerberg Mountains. The region is home to national parks and nature reserves.
Panoramic views of Langebaan Lagoon can be savored when staying at the 4-star graded Glenfinnan guest house on South Africa's West Coast. It is near the main beach, and the West Coast National Park is only 5 minutes away.
Hartford House is an exclusive five-star boutique hotel in the picturesque Midlands Meander of the KwaZulu-Natal province. The property forms part of Summerhill Stud, which hosts the First Family of Dubai's stallions.
Relax and unwind in Knysna on the Garden Route. Boutique luxury and elegance make Kanonkop House an ideal 5-star graded property to explore the natural treasures and enjoy activities in this beautiful region of South Africa.
Khaya Ndlovu Safari Manor is built in pristine bushveld in Rietspruit Game Reserve near Hoedspruit. It offers a luxury stay and Big 5 game viewing near the Kruger National Park.
Maison Chablis is an intimate four-star guest house in tranquil gardens a block and a half from Franschhoek's main street. The service is warm, friendly, and personal, while the accommodations are stylish and sumptuous.
Melkboomsdrift Guest House overlooks the Olifants River between Ludzville and Vredendal on South Africa's West Coast. It offers various accommodation options ranging from 4-star bed and breakfast to self-catering.
All Mes Amis Beach Guest House rooms offer spectacular views across Wilderness Beach and the Indian Ocean. It is an intimate four-star property with intimate service in an area with lakes and indigenous forests.
When staying at Naries Namakwa Retreat, you can choose between luxurious and romantic Namakwa Mountain Suites, rooms in the Manor House, and Family Cottages. The property offers splendid scenery between Springbok and Kleinzee in the Northern Cape.
Ocean View House is a four-star guest house in Cape Town's Camps Bay suburb. With idyllic views of the Atlantic Ocean and only a few minutes outside the city, the guest house offers affordable accommodation in a convenient setting.
Oliver's is in a secured residential estate with a quality golf course near White River in the Lowveld region of South Africa. It is a luxury boutique hotel near the Kruger National Park and Panoramic Route.
Built on the edge of the Orange River in the Northern Cape town of Upington, River Place Manor is an oasis in arid land. Its fifteen luxurious rooms and friendly, professional staff will make your stay unforgettable.
In Swellendam, the historic town in South Africa's Overberg Region, the five-star Rothman Manor offers trendy luxury accommodation, ideal for a halfway stop between Cape Town and the Garden Route.
Schoone Oordt is a stunning five-star hotel that dates back to 1853. It is set in South Africa's third-oldest town - Swellendam - a charming Overberg hamlet established in 1743. The town is a stone's throw from the Bontebok National Park.
Skitterland Guest House is a fine four-star property located in the sleepy town of Sutherland in the Greater Karoo - the finest star-gazing destination in South Africa. All the comfortable en suite rooms have been named for constellations.
Experience barefoot luxury at Summerfields Rose Retreat on the banks of the Sabie River near Hayzieview in Mpumalanga. Guests are accommodated in luxury tented suites just ten minutes from the Kruger National Park.
Swellendam Country Lodge has a unique setting in a large exotic garden. Luxury accommodations meticulously managed by the owners will surely enhance your stay in the Overberg region.
The Boathouse is a nautically themed guest house on South Africa's North Coast in the bustling seaside town of Ballito, with easy access to the beach and lovely views across the Indian Ocean.
The Oyster Catchers Haven is only steps from the beach in Paternoster, the picturesque West Coast fishing town with its whitewashed houses and peaceful atmosphere. You will have a delightful stay and experience genuine hospitality.
Villa Castellini is a fine, four-star guest house with a prime position on Knysna's western head. It overlooks the emerald waters of the Knysna Lagoon and the town itself - known as 'the jewel of the Garden Route.' The rooms are airy and plush.
Wetlands Country House is a birder's haven in the sleepy Mpumalanga town of Wakkerstroom. The four-star guest house overlooks Martin's Dam, which draws many wetlands bird species to its shores. The guest house is known for its warm and inviting accommodations.