Best hotels in Eastern Cape

This newly renovated 4-bedroom house is perfect for families or groups of friends. Bordering the Supers greenbelt, the back yard is peaceful, sunny and warm, bustling with bird-life, and is just a walk away from Supertubes beach and surf spot. Imagine ocean meets forest. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs, and the living areas downstairs, the house provides everything you need for the perfect getaway. Care has been taken to provide a mutlitude of sitting areas suitable for work or play, with views of the garden or the ocean. 7 Pepper St is beachfront accommodation perfection.

This contemporary 3-bedroom house is suitable for groups of friends, couples or families and provides both privacy and location. With three bedrooms and two bathrooms upstairs, and the living areas downstairs, the house is the perfect holiday home. The garden and braai area are perfect for family time and provide a safe space for children or furry family members.

Sprawled across a wide valley with front-row seats to one of the reserve's busiest waterholes, this family-friendly lodge proves that safari doesn't have to mean sacrificing comfort or peace of mind. The vibrant Pan-African décor creates a warm, welcoming atmosphere that immediately puts everyone at ease, whilst the discreet fencing means parents can breathe easy knowing little ones can explore safely. Accommodating up to 18 adults and 8 children, it's designed for those multi-generational adventures where everyone from toddlers to grandparents can enjoy the magic of the African bush. The abundant birdlife and roaming wildlife provide constant entertainment, often visible right from your suite's private deck.

Perched within the wilds of the Lalibela Wildlife Reserve, this five-star retreat proves that sometimes the best view in the house belongs to the hippos. Built from local stone and thatch, the lodge sits beside a bustling waterhole that serves as nature's own theatre. Elephants lumber down for their evening tipple whilst you sip yours at the cocktail bar, and the hippos provide a rather unconventional but thoroughly entertaining soundtrack to dinner. The interiors strike that delicate balance between safari nostalgia and contemporary comfort - think carved wooden sculptures alongside plush sofas that invite you to sink in and stay awhile.

Located near Haga Haga on South Africa’s magnificent Wild Coast. They specialise in weddings, corporate functions, special events and accommodation on the distinctive farm – Mtwentwe Estate – with its stunning location near Haga Haga on the Eastern Cape Wild Coast in South Africa.

Perched majestically on elevated ground with sweeping valley views, this exclusive-use villa proves that some properties age rather gracefully indeed. Built a full century ago when afternoon tea was the height of sophistication, the manor has been lovingly converted into a private retreat that accommodates up to 10 guests in considerable style. The Edwardian architecture – complete with noble gables and soaring ceilings – creates an atmosphere that's part English country house, part African adventure, and entirely captivating. With your own private safari guide, dedicated chef, and attentive staff, it's rather like having your own wildlife-watching estate, minus the inheritance tax.

Get the old romantic African experience at the Orlando Tented Camp. There are 3 private tented camps with a total of 4 tents. The tented camps offer complete freedom as every encampment is safely nestled in private clusters of bush, leaving guests surrounded by luscious greenery, trees, singing birds, antelope and the roaring of the lions giving its natural uninterrupted feel.

Bush Lodge gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in nature while indulging in a 5 Star luxury! The glass enclosed chalets provide the illusion that there is nothing separating you and the bush surrounding it, ensuring a true African Safari feel. On a still day, open up all of the doors and listen to the sounds of nature.

This beach house boasts uninterrupted views of the ocean and mountains. Due to its prime location, some of the world’s top surfers choose to stay here, right on Jeffreys Bay’s infamous surf spot, “Supertubes”. Whilst a delicious full breakfast is included at the restaurant every morning, self-catering facilities at African Perfection 2 combine luxury beach accommodation and the comforts of home.

The ethos of Sederkloof Lodge is the tranquil enjoyment that the spectacular Baviaanskloof, World Heritage Site, in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, offers. The lodge consists of 6 luxury stone-and-glass hideaways in the mountains, with communal lounge and dining areas, pool and bar facilities. Guests can enjoy complete privacy in their chalet and a view of the gorge and mountain unimpaired by other human artifacts. The Lodge is situated a short walk from the luxurious mountain chalets, spectacularly located on the edge of another gorge with glorious views of the Baviaanskloof mountains.

Situated within the very exclusive Bellevue Forest Reserve, Elephants Lodge is a thatched safari lodge offering outdoor activities such as game drives, romantic picnics, sleep outs under the stars, guided giraffe walking and buffalo feeding tours. Crowning the ridge among magnificent age-old indigenous Milkwood Trees, Elephants Lodge overlooks the endless valleys of the Bellevue Forest Reserve. Teeming with wildlife, a world of intrigue awaits you.

Samara's latest ecotourism offering embodies the philosophy of a technology-free escape. The camp's four deluxe tents, which can accommodate up to 8 guests, provide a unique explorer-style adventure with an emphasis on luxurious elements such as time and space. Situated in a secluded area of the reserve with stunning views and an abundance of wildlife, including the Big Five, this unassuming eco-conscious camp relies on the natural landscape to create a peaceful atmosphere that encourages guests to disconnect from their hectic lives and bask in the tranquility of the surroundings. There is no Wi-Fi, no electricity, and no high-tech distractions at Plains Camp; rather, it offers a grounding, humbling experience in nature.