Top Lodges in South Africa

The facilities of the unique Cultivar Boutique Stellenbosch include an outdoor swimming pool, relaxing massage and spa therapy.

The smoke-free Dawsons Game & Trout Farm Lodge with an outdoor swimming pool is within 4.8 km of Nelshoogte.

Offering 11 rooms with views of the bay, the Tintswalo Atlantic Villa Hout Bay is set in the Hout Bay district of Hout Bay, 10 minutes by car from Noordhoek Common.

Located 35 km from Pilanesberg International airport, the Kedar Country Lodge Rustenburg provides shuttle service, as well as cars for rent.

Situated 44 km from Hex Valley Golf Club in Breede River, this family venue features a swimming pool.

Overlooking hills, the luxury Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve welcomes guests with a continental breakfast.

The Oceana Beach And Wildlife Reserve Villa Port Alfred features an outdoor pool and 10 rooms facing the sea.

Set 19 km from Swellendam Golf Course, this luxurious villa features a plunge swimming pool and offers Andes Mountains views.

The Gondwana Game Reserve Villa features an outdoor swimming pool with panoramic views of the mountain.

Set 3 km from Hoyo-Hoyo Tsonga Lodge, this exclusive property features a swimming pool.

Every guest at the elegant Botlierskop Private Game Reserve Villa Mossel Bay can enjoy river views from the rooms, and has access to an outdoor swimming pool.

Guests can enjoy a plunge pool at the luxury Tshukudu Bush Lodge Pilanesberg, located in the rural area of the city.

Guests of the Thanda Safari Hluhluwe can relax at an outdoor pool and have their drinks at the wine bar.

Overlooking garden, the family-friendly Ditholo Game Lodge Bela Bela welcomes guests with a buffet breakfast.

You can relax by a plunge pool in the Leopard Mountain Safari Lodge Manyoni Private Game Reserve, located within 3.2 km of Zululand Rhino Reserve.

Located in a historical district, the luxury Buhala Lodge Malalane has a swimming pool with views of garden.

There are a plunge pool and sauna facilities at the elegant Jock Safari Lodge, and some of the 13 rooms offer views of the garden.

Boasting a steam room and an outdoor swimming pool onsite, the African Hills Safari Lodge & Spa features an outdoor swimming pool along with a private location.

The family-friendly Sibuya Game Reserve And Lodge is placed in a rural area of Kenton on Sea, about 5 minutes on foot from Kariega River and at a 2.1 km distance from Shelley Bay.

Thanks to the private location, the award-winning Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge is set right in the very heart of Grahamstown, and also you can enjoy an outdoor swimming pool onsite.

Featuring a swimming pool and 88 rooms, the cosy Le Pommier Country Lodge Stellenbosch is at a 3.6 km distance from Dwarsrivier Valley Tourism.

The Zwartberg View Mountain Lodge overlooks the mountain and boasts a location in a rural area.

Featuring a swimming pool and 6 rooms, the venue is located 3 km from Timbavati Private Game Reserve.

Being within 4.6 km of Madikwe Game Reserve, this lodge features an individual patio.

Features of the Fernery Lodge & Chalets Stormsrivier, located in an entertainment area, include an outdoor swimming pool as well as cots and high chairs.

The Crocodile Kruger Safari Lodge Marloth Park disposes an outdoor swimming pool and is set not too far from Kruger National Park.

Approximately 75 km from George airport, the Buffelsdrift Game Lodge offers a spa salon for guests' enjoyment.

Boasting a swimming pool, the family Karongwe Portfolio- Shiduli Private Game Lodge Hoedspruit is at a 2.5 km distance from Karongwe Portfolio.

Offering a treatment room and an outdoor swimming pool, this villa is situated 5 km from the centre of White River.

Set merely a 14-minute stroll from Berlin Falls, the smoke-free Thaba Tsweni Lodge & Safaris Graskop features 6 rooms with private bathrooms.

Situated in a historic neighbourhood, the romantic Sabie River Bush Lodge features 18 rooms and an à la carte restaurant.

Located 4 km from Chitwa Chitwa Game Lodge, this villa offers 8 rooms.

Located a few minutes drive from Addo Elephant National Park, the family owned Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve features a swimming pool and 7 rooms plus it is 3 km from Kwantu Private Game Reserve.

The luxury Elephant Plains Game Lodge Sabi Sand Game Reserve provides a swimming pool and is 5 minutes' walk from Londolozi Private Game Reserve.

Located at walking distance from Lion Park, the family-friendly Country Estate Villa Lanseria features a seasonal outdoor pool and 16 rooms plus it is within 3.2 km of Eagle Canyon Country Club.

This self-catering property is 4.9 km from Chimp Eden and welcomes its guests to enjoy hiking, cycling and fishing services.

Guests of the Umkhumbi Lodge can relax at a swimming pool or in a herb garden.

The family-friendly Blue Bay Lodge sits in an industrial area and offers 44 rooms and an outdoor pool.

Located around 10 minutes by car from Tshukudu Game Lodge and 3.7 km from Ukuthula Designs, the deluxe Unembeza Boutique Lodge Hoedspruit features a swimming pool and a lounge bar.

The Amafu Forest Lodge is located in the cultural part of Hoedspruit, about 25 minutes' walk from Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre.

Set around 10 minutes by car from Mthethomusha Game Reserve, the Aha Bongani Mountain Lodge features a plunge swimming pool and an English breakfast.

The family-friendly Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Touws River is located in an entertainment area and features facials, entertainment activities and recreational facilities, together with rooms overlooking the landscape.

Set nearly a 10-minute drive from Perry's Bridge Reptile Park, the family-friendly Kruger Adventure Lodge Hazyview offers 16 rooms and an outdoor pool.

You can take a dip in a seasonal outdoor swimming pool at the Koo Karoo Guest Lodge And Self Catering, located in the heart of Montagu.

Located in the mountainous district of Timbavati Game Reserve and within 4.4 km of Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, the Umlani Bushcamp Villa Timbavati Game Reserve features 6 rooms plus a year-round outdoor pool.

Located in a protected area of Oudtshoorn, the family-friendly De Oude Meul Country Lodge & Restaurant also has access to an outdoor swimming pool.

Located 3.6 km from Wonderboom Gate, this villa offers 8 rooms.

Offering a lounge bar, the Destiny Lodge also has an outdoor swimming pool beckoning guests to dive in.

Located less than 5 minutes' walk from KWV Sensorium, the Oak Tree Lodge Paarl offers an outdoor pool and a pool area for guests.

This lodge is a 10-minute drive from Bosman Hermanus and offers hiking, horse riding, and cycling.

There are rooms facing patio and the smoke-free Tourist Lodge is set merely 10 minutes' walk from African Penguin & Seabird Sanctuary.

The property provides a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service and is set 5 km from the city centre.

Situated 2.9 km from Black Rhino Game Reserve, this venue features entertainment activities and billiards.

The Saxon Lodge enjoys a prime location and provides easy access to Danger Point Lighthouse a 15-minute walk away.

Located around 10 minutes by car from The Elephant Sanctuary, the Aan De Vliet Holiday Resort Hazyview features a year-round outdoor swimming pool.

Toro Ya Me is also set nearly a 5-minute stroll from the Kassaboera Lodge.

The property offers a kitchen and spacious rooms with pool views in the Hunter's Home district.

Featuring a swimming pool and 13 rooms, the traditional African Home is a 10-minute ride from Addo Elephant Park.

Situated 2.5 km from Ulusaba Private Game Reserve, the lodge offers hiking and fisheries.

Guests of the Dinkweng Safari Lodge The Waterberg Biosphere can relax in the lounge bar or lounge at a swimming pool.

Offering a lounge bar, the comfortable Xanatseni Private Camp Villa also has an outdoor pool beckoning guests to dive in.

Located just 5 minutes' walk from Umzumbe Beach, the Surf House Villa features 6 rooms with views of the sea.

Situated 1.2 km from Klipgat Caves, the lodge offers windsurfing, diving and canoeing.

Situated just 10 minutes' walk from Coney Glen Beach Knysna, the venue has 6 rooms and a swimming pool.

Cape Vidal is 1.2 km from the Marlin Lodge and Fruit Market is a 15-minute walk away.

Don't miss a chance to stay at the Emily Moon River Lodge in a green-covered area overlooking the patio.

The Marion Lodge Johannesburg is situated near the entertainment district of Johannesburg, 450 metres from Rivers Church.

Guest can also use a business centre available at the family-friendly Thunzi Forest Chalets And Hot Tubs.

The boutique Blackheath Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool and 14 rooms facing the sea.

Located a 25-minute walk from Ukuthula Designs, the spectacular venue consists of 8 rooms and a kitchen.

The Mansfield Private Reserve Villa offers a private pool and the possibility of trying canoeing, hiking and fishing services.

The smoke-free Serondella Game Lodge is located in the cultural part of Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, within 3.6 km of Timbavati Private Game Reserve.

Approximately 50 km from Arathusa Safari Lodge airport, the exclusive Tintswalo Safari Lodge Manyeleti Game Reserve offers a spa salon for guests' enjoyment.

Located in Marloth Park and 2.6 km from Lionspruit Game Reserve, the La Kruger Lifestyle Lodge features whirlpool baths and an outdoor swimming pool for guest's pure relaxation.

The Elephants Footprint Lodge has a seasonal outdoor pool, while boasting a prime setting in a touristic area.

The Mohlabetsi Safari Lodge Balule Game Reserve has a swimming pool, while boasting a prime setting in a touristic area.

You can take a dip in a swimming pool at the Shumbalala Game Lodge, located in the heart of Thornybush Game Reserve.

The Bush House Villa Madikwe Game Reserve in the historic district of Madikwe Game Reserve features an outdoor swimming pool and a gym.

Jukani Wildlife Sanctuary is also set within 4.1 km of the Stanley Island Villa Plettenberg Bay.

The Kariega Game Reserve River Lodge Kenton on Sea featuring 10 rooms also has an outdoor swimming pool and lounge bar, therefore guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or at the swimming pool.

Set a 10-minute drive from Longhill Private Reserve, the Kudu Ridge Game Lodge Addo features 14 rooms with private bathrooms.

Rooms of the Tamodi Lodge The Crags face the hills and there is also an outdoor swimming pool on the premises.

Set just a pleasant stroll away from Kempton Park, the pleasant Willow Inn features 7 rooms with gorgeous views of the surroundings.

Situated at a 3 km distance from Spioenkop Battlefield, the Three Tree Hill Lodge offers an outdoor swimming pool near a bus stop.

Guests at this luxurious venue, located 2.6 km from Brackenburn, can enjoy diving, canoeing and hiking.

The exquisite Premier Resort Mpongo Private Game Reserve features an outdoor swimming pool and 53 rooms facing the garden.

Located 1.3 km from Monkeyland quite close to Plettenberg Bay, the comfortable Hog Hollow Country Lodge The Crags offers 16 rooms together with sauna facilities and an outdoor swimming pool.

Featuring an outdoor pool and 22 rooms, the family Lalibela Game Reserve Villa is a 5-minute stroll from Lalibela Private Game Reserve.

Set in a rural area, the Tala Collection Private Game Reserve By Dream Resorts Silverton features a swimming pool and 29 rooms with patio views.

Guests of the luxurious Kings Camp Timbavati Game Reserve can relax in the lounge bar or lounge at a plunge pool.

The family-friendly Kariega Game Reserve Main Lodge has a swimming pool along with a lounge bar and boasts a location a stroll from Addo Elephant National Park.

The Nkambeni Safari Camp Villa is set 2.6 km from Kruger National Park Numbi Gate and around 10 minutes' drive from Mestel Dam.

Only 650 metres from Blackwater Tubing, the tranquil Storms River Guest Lodge Stormsrivier offers spa therapy and horse riding facilities plus a swimming pool.

Bordered by Helderberg Mountains, this 12-room the smoke-free Eikendal Lodge has patio views and features entertainment activities and wine-tasting sessions.

The luxury Amakhosi Safari Lodge & Spa Magudu boasts a prime setting and features a swimming pool along with views of the river.

Placed nearly 5 minutes on foot from District Six Museum and in the very heart of Cape Town, the Ikhaya Lodge offers 7 rooms.

Set in a rural area overlooking the Crocodile River, the Rio Vista Lodge offers 27 rooms and a swimming pool.

Being within 2.4 km of Addo Elephant Park, this lodge features a patio.

This lodge is a 10-minute drive from Winterton Museum and offers canoeing, hiking and horseback riding.

Overlooking patio, the Garden Route Ilita Lodge Great Brak River welcomes guests with an English breakfast.

Set in the heart of Knysna, the sumptuous Candlewood Lodge offers 7 rooms overlooking the lagoon.

Located just a short drive from Silver Lake, the Sherewood Lodge Pretoria offers a swimming pool and a lounge bar.

Guests of the comfortable Karongwe Portfolio - Kuname Lodge Karongwe Game Reserve can relax at an outdoor pool or in a private garden.

Featuring fitness classes, massage therapy and barbecue, the Acra-Retreat Mountain View Lodge Waterval Boven is within 3.6 km of Rockydrift Private Nature Reserve as well as near a train station.

Guests at the lodge, set 3 km from Sterkfontein Dam Nature Reserve, can enjoy windsurfing, hiking and horse riding or an infinity swimming pool.

The River Lodge Hluhluwe features an outdoor swimming pool and 13 rooms.

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool and 16 rooms, the luxury Hitgeheim Country Lodge Addo is 4.7 km from Longhill Private Reserve.

The Madi A Thavha Mountain Lodge Louis Trichardt features an outdoor swimming pool and 13 rooms.

The African Game Lodge featuring 9 rooms also has a swimming pool and lobby bar, therefore guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or at the swimming pool.

Guests can have a continental breakfast and enjoy visiting Sulina Fairy Sanctuary, set approximately 5 minutes by car from the A Hilltop Country Retreat Villa.

Situated in the heart of Oudtshoorn and a 10-minute drive from Cango Wildlife Ranch, the Riverside Guest Lodge offers 6 rooms.

Located 45 km from Port Elizabeth International airport, the Dungbeetle River Lodge Colchester provides shuttle service, as well as bicycles for rent.

Boasting a location 350 metres from Lesidi Cultural Village, the Aha Lesedi Cultural Village Broederstroom offers 15 rooms together with a lounge bar onsite.

A buffet breakfast is served daily at the family Zebra Nature Reserve Villa Cullinan.

Featuring an outdoor pool and 28 rooms, the smoke-free Mopane Bush Lodge is at a 3.9 km distance from Mapesu Private Game Reserve.

Boasting a private location relatively close to Lion Park, the Mziki Safari Lodge Vaaldam offers 9 spacious rooms along with archery and fishing on the premises.

At the Zwahili Game Lodge, guests can use spa therapy and recreational facilities or spend the day lazing by a year-round outdoor swimming pool.

Featuring a swimming pool together with hiking, horse riding and fisheries available on-site, the Emdoneni Lodge Hluhluwe boasts a setting in the heart of the city.

While staying at the perfect Spion Kop Lodge Winterton, which is located in a historical neighbourhood, you can enjoy the pool bar and an outdoor swimming pool.

The luxury Moditlo River Lodge featuring 16 rooms also has a swimming pool and poolside bar, therefore guests can enjoy a drink at the bar or at the swimming pool.

The Leopard Hills Private Game Reserve Villa offers fitness classes and spa therapy in a rural area of Sabi Sand Game Reserve, at 850 metres of Ulusaba Private Game Reserve.

Located only a short drive from Kruger National Park, the Elephant Walk Retreat features a swimming pool and 9 rooms plus it is only 1.1 km from Krokodilbrug.