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A swimming pool with a circular island in the center, surrounded by a brick building with balconies.

1. Emerald Guesthouse

Kempton Park

Elin

฿1,389 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

A modern house with a swimming pool, large windows, and a well-maintained garden.

2. Sunrock Guesthouse

Kempton Park

Maqbool

฿5,497 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A view through a window of a well-maintained garden with palm trees, a brick pathway, and a grassy lawn.

3. Cozy Guestrooms in Midrand

Midrand

Mzwandile

฿957 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

4. Dove's Nest Guest House

Kempton Park

Natalie

฿1,819 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by rocks and plants.

5. Cultivar Guest Lodge

Stellenbosch

Zone

฿3,059 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, steps leading to the entrance, and lush greenery.

6. Hlangana Lodge

Oudtshoorn

Dorothy

฿2,389 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a small table.

7. Stay @ Home Airport Lodge

Ashton Manor

Valen

฿808 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a large window with curtains.

8. Rolem Guest House

Randburg

฿1,030 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A terrace with a view of the ocean, featuring a palm tree, outdoor furniture, and potted plants.

9. Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay

Camps Bay

Kate

฿5,946 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sept - 20 Sept

A building entrance with a brick archway, a door labeled "ENTRANCE," and two potted plants on either side.

10. Miraton Guest Lodge

Johannesburg

Constance

฿735 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a table, a fan, and a wardrobe.

11. Airport Bird & Game Lodge

Bredell

Adam Paul

฿1,738 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A grassy landscape with a mountain range in the distance and a clear sky.

12. Angels View

Graskop

Doron

฿5,748 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A hallway with a chandelier, a white chair, a table with decorative items, and a large window with a view of greenery outside.

13. The Greenhouse Guesthouse

Cape Town City Centre

Omar

฿2,122 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark headboard, and a bedside table.

14. Aqua Guest House

Sandton

Lorna

฿947 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A beach with large rocks and clear water.

15. Boulders Beach Hotel, Cafe and Curio

Simon's Town

Colleen

฿1,194 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

A covered walkway with a wooden structure and a series of doors on the left.

16. Die Herehuis Guesthouse

Beaufort West

Jess

฿3,207 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A modern lounge area with a sofa, chairs, and a table. Large windows offer a view of the ocean and palm trees.

17. Ocean View House

Camps Bay

Ryan

฿7,272 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

A terrace with wicker furniture, a white umbrella, and a view of the ocean.

18. Ocean Watch Guest House

Plettenberg Bay

Maria del Carmen Gonzalez

฿4,489 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A bedroom with a brick wall, a bed with white and purple bedding, a wooden floor, and a painting on the wall.

19. Port Del Mar Luxury Guesthouse

Eastcliff

Harsha

฿4,052 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden bench, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

20. Hornbill House

Hemel En Aarde

Barry

฿2,850 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Top South Africa Hotel Reviews

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent accommodation but there is unfortunately no shuttle service from the airport. A taxi is therefore required. That can be quite expensive."

Taj Cape Town

8/10 Good

"Good stay at Taj Cape Town. Excellent breakfast at Mint. Stayed in a suite. Great view of the mountain. Good bathroom size. Enjoyed the facilities. Only downside was that they didn't make up our room the one day. Called Housekeeping when we got back at 16h30. After a second call, they only sent someone at 18h30. This was a major downer. Expected better service than this."

Kruger Shalati - Train on the Bridge and Garden Suites

10/10 Excellent

"An incredible experience from beginning to end. After the post-booking questionnaire on my favourite tipple, my expectations were high for the upcoming trip to Shalati. Those expectations were exceeded in the superior level of service, quality of food/drink, the room and the overall Shalati experience. The included game drives were great, knowing in advance that luck plays a significant part in what you see or don't see. My thanks and appreciation to Angel, Mzwandile and Tenashe for making the stay so memorable."

MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

8/10 Good

"We stayed in one of the two‑bedroom villas. The lodging and amenities were good but not exceptional. The property certainly delivers an authentic African atmosphere, but given its 4‑star rating we expected a more luxurious experience. The food presentation and service were excellent, though the variety was limited and many dishes were unfamiliar to us, which made it harder to enjoy fully.Some amenities were missing or below expectations — no phone to reception, no TV in the room, weak Wi‑Fi, and occasional bugs indoors (perhaps understandable in the wild). On the positive side, the staff were warm and very helpful, and our safari guide, Prem, was outstanding. We especially appreciated the heated blankets after evening game drives. The wildlife viewing was memorable, though animal density is lower than in some reserves, so visitors should not expect large herds.We didn’t rent a car from the airport, but on a future visit I would — it offers more flexibility for exploring the Panorama Route or Kruger National Park, as the roads are paved, well marked, and renting saves on transfer fees. Overall, we had a good time, with highlights in the hospitality and safari experience."

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Lowest Price	฿735
Highest Price	฿7,272

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Our top choices for South Africa guest houses

1. Emerald Guesthouse

2. Sunrock Guesthouse

3. Cozy Guestrooms in Midrand

4. Dove's Nest Guest House

5. Cultivar Guest Lodge

6. Hlangana Lodge

7. Stay @ Home Airport Lodge

8. Rolem Guest House

9. Sea Castle Hotel Camps Bay

10. Miraton Guest Lodge

11. Airport Bird & Game Lodge

12. Angels View

13. The Greenhouse Guesthouse

14. Aqua Guest House

15. Boulders Beach Hotel, Cafe and Curio

16. Die Herehuis Guesthouse

17. Ocean View House

18. Ocean Watch Guest House

19. Port Del Mar Luxury Guesthouse

20. Hornbill House

Top South Africa Hotel Reviews

Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

AC Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Waterfront

Taj Cape Town

Kruger Shalati - Train on the Bridge and Garden Suites

Kruger Gate Hotel

MILIMA Big 5 Safari Lodge

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