Morukuru Beach Lodge

This brand-new lodge is grounded in exceptionally smart design that makes ecofriendly both look and feel good. With clean lines, broad open-plan spaces, wide sea-facing windows, natural-rock fireplaces and loads of nature-inspired details, the lounge, restaurant and bar areas are seductively tranquil retreats. Curl up in a cosy chair or cushioned window-seat to read and scan the ocean, and enjoy relaxed, delicious meals. The sheltered swimming pool and patio have sea views, and there's a fire pit for convivial evenings.

Four Ocean Suites tucked into the fynbos hillside have magnificent ocean views through their floor-to-ceiling glass doors; the Dune View Suite makes the most of the dune landscape. All suites are beautifully furnished in minimalist style, with a king-sized bed (or two doubles) and a large window-seat. The floors are of wood (with underfloor heating!), the furniture is superbly comfortable, and there's a fireplace for chilly nights. The en-suite bathrooms have walk-in rain showers, stand-alone baths and double basins.

In the vein of safari lodges everywhere, Morukuru offers two complimentary guided activities a day. But here they accommodate the easygoing pace of a beach holiday. Explore life in the rock pools on a leisurely marine walk – a great option for kids. Take a fynbos walk, a mountain-bike excursion, or a 4x4 drive to get close to the local wildlife (the resident 86 mammal species include bontebok, Cape mountain zebra, eland, and seabirds). Snorkel the shallows or go sandboarding.