Africa Accommodation

Fringed by white beaches and shaded by coconut palms, the silver ribbon of the Swahili coastline offers the ultimate tropical paradise.Bright white against the blue sky, set in extensive tropical gardens, the architecture of the Serena Beach Resort and Spa replicates the winding lanes and colourful market places of a traditional 13th-century Swahili town.The resort is situated on Shanzu Beach, 30 kilometres from Mombasa, and accommodated guests in our ...

Situated in the heart of the secure Constantia Valley in Cape Town, The Cellars-Hohenort unifies two great traditions: the magnificent restoration of The Cellars of the 18th century Klaasenbosch wine estate and the splendid Hohenort Manor House previously owned by the Spilhaus family. In its renaissance as one of the great Country House Hotels of the Cape, The five-star Cellars-Hohenort is a member of the international Relais & Chateaux Association. ...

This sheltered oasis is clustered around a waterhole and is set in the private Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Sweetwaters Serena Camp offers a charming blend of 'under canvas' ambiance and safari luxury.The camp features 39 luxury en-suite tents, 14 of which are on raised platforms. Each tent has a furnished, private veranda or balcony overlooking the waterhole. The tents are furnished with king-size or twin beds and mosquito nets; extra beds and cots can also ...

Sailing like an ark amid the primeval forests of Kenya's highest mountain, Mount Kenya, this timbered tree hotel offers clear mountain air, sweeping views across the tree canopies, sparkling trout streams and gentle forest walks.Raised on stilts above the forest canopy, a timbered drawbridge leads from the forest and up onto the wooden decks of the lodge. Inside, the impression of having boarded a ship is perpetuated by a combination of log panelled ...

The Ol Pejeta Conservancy, which is host to all the members of the Big 5, has a higher wildlife-to-area ratio than any Kenyan national park and is one of only four private game conservancies to have been founded in Kenya.Set in extensive grounds with glorious views of Mount Kenya, this opulent mansion features a series of reception rooms, including an elegant drawing room with baronial fireplace and a series of scenic verandas which extend right around ...

Serena Elmenteita is uniquely situated on the shoreline of Lake Elmenteita where hundreds of thousands of birds congregate. This area of breathtaking beauty, also home to many rare species of animals, is less than two hours' drive from Nairobi. Evocatively styled to echo the area's rich history, the camp blends aristocratic elegance with modern luxury and will offer cuisine and service of fittingly high standards.We have 24 luxury tents with views of ...

Oxford Lodge is situated in centre town of Vryheid KZN, and is privately owned. It is situated close to most shops and supermarkets, post office and police station. A very tranquil atmosphere with lovely gardens is part of the Lodge. The Oxford Lodge is seen as part of the best accommodation In Vryheid.Most of our staff have worked for the Lodge in excess of ten years and are very proud of the Lodge so the service is first class.We are proud to have the ...

Scenically located in a glade, known as The place of the Klipspringer, and guarded by three million year-old granite towers, this luxury tented camp is unique. Cleverly located on one of the main annual migration corridors for over one million wildebeest, half a million zebras and gazelles, and their accompanying cast of predators, it is also located at the very epicentre of one of the world's most famous national parks.The camp is located in the Western ...

Set amidst dense indigenous forests, the Selous Serena Camp is the ultimate wilderness retreat. With 360 degree views over the surrounding bush, the widely spaced tents are presented in time-honoured safari style with natural thatch roofs, elegant Victorian-style bathrooms and private viewing decks. Luxuriously presented, each tent features an engaging mix of canvas walls, crystal chandeliers, opulent rugs and elegant rosewood furniture.The camp ...

Serena Mivumo River Lodge stands high on the banks of the slow, brown Rufiji River, with glorious views down to the plunging torrents of Stiegler's Gorge. The Serena Mivumo River Lodge offers just 12 luxurious rooms, each of which is housed in a timbered chalet with private viewing deck and plunge pool. Traditionally thatched, with high vaulted ceilings and picture windows, each room features an engaging mix of classic safari antiques and ultra-modern ...