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Best Hotels & Lodges

Timbuktu Travel curates 6488 handpicked hotels and lodges across Africa, the Indian Ocean islands and beyond — from classic bush camps in the Serengeti and Okavango Delta to barefoot-luxe beach retreats in Zanzibar, Mozambique and the Maldives. Our collection spans iconic safari destinations including Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana and South Africa, alongside island escapes, mountain gorilla hideaways and Indian subcontinent retreats. Every property has been personally assessed by our consultants, who can match you to the camps, lodges and hotels that fit your style and travel rhythm. Browse the full collection below, or speak to a Timbuktu specialist to start planning.

Grand Gato Hotel

Harar

This great collection of 14 stylish suites – at what is possibly the first hotel with an ounce of character in Harar – is perfect for well-heeled travellers who are after some sophistication. Spacious rooms with pristine bathroom and balcony are awash with calming tones, boldly accented by carpet or laminate floors and lavish furniture.

Winta Hotel

Harar

Located in Hārer, Winta Hotel features a bar. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi. Ras Mekonnen Statue Father of Haile Selassie is 2.7 km from the property. At the hotel, each room comes with a balcony. The private bathroom is fitted with a bath. All units will provide guests with a fridge. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the property. Babile Camel Market is 35 km from Winta Hotel. This property also has one of the best-rated locations in Hārer! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Harar Ras Hotel

Harar

From $10 per person/night

Harar Ras Hotel, arguably the most well known in the Ethiopian hotel sector, has been, for decades, the landmark of the town. It has also longer history in customer service than most hotels in city. The legacy is still present with its Hararian charm (relaxed atmosphere) and attention from its service employees. The hotel has decent size rooms with air condition and spacious shower, clean bathroom as well as nice restaurant with amazing local and international dishes. Employees are friendly and one can't help but notice the management is right behind most operations too. It is one of the best hotels located in Harar city, the best tourist center and world heritage. Coming to the Hotel, you will find a traditional yet royal reception with best service you can get.

Rewda Guesthouse

Harar

Rewda guesthouse Harar is named after the owner who converted her traditional Harari home into a guest house. Although a small guest house in terms of capacity, Rewda guesthouse Harar is a popular accommodation in the old Harar that anyone can point you the direction to. Rewda guesthouse has 4 rooms in total available for guests. As the place has a couple of bathrooms only shower is common to all occupants. Unlike other small accommodations, Rewda guest house has water tankers to keep reserves making hot shower available even when supply is not available in the city. Breakfast is complementary at Rewda guesthouse.

Hartford House

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

From $160 per person/night

Peering through one teakwood door at Hartford House, you face the splendour of the 1800s. Opening another, the distant sounds of an ancient people at work lilt across the silent landscape, a country of great space, spectacular mountains and big skies. This place commands a headland between the world of traditional cultures and the gracious style of a bygone era. Hartford is the resolution of all South African safaris, the journey's exclamation point. A retreat from the hubbub where you make sense of a fast life and its senseless details, and where we learn to redress ourselves on a first name basis. There are too many luxury hotels in the world offering the same: a chocolate on the pillow, canned romance, and cuisine called "haut" because it's spelled in French.

Umzinyathi Farmhouse

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

3 Rooms

From $70 per person/night

This farmhouse is a charming stone and corrugated iron roof building built in the 1920’s. It was the home of George Buntting, who was an expert on the Anglo Zulu War. The farmhouse is at the top of the reserve and has a wonderful view of Isandlwana. After major renovations, it now has 3 ensuite bedrooms, sitting room with a fire place, dining room, kitchen and large veranda.

Zulu Rock Lodge

KwaZulu Natal Battlefields

7 Rooms

From $290 per person/night

Designed for those desiring an intimate and serene retreat, Zulu Rock Lodge can accommodate a maximum of 16 guests, ensuring a personalized and exclusive experience. With no fences to hinder the connection with nature, guests at Zulu Rock Lodge are invited to fully immerse themselves in the stunning natural surroundings, embracing a true sense of oneness.

Koyasan Shukubo Fudoin

Mount Koya (Koyasan)

9 Rooms

From $120 per person/night

A shukubo — temple lodging — on the sacred mountain of Koya-san, where monks have slept for over a thousand years and guests are very much welcome to do the same. Fudo-in dates to 906 and is dedicated to Fudo Myoo, the fierce, flame-backed deity of spiritual protection. Conveniently positioned in the southern part of Koya-san's central Yamauchi district, it's a brilliant base for exploring the mountain's cedar-shrouded temples and graveyards. A Japanese garden, birdsong, and the option to try sutra copying round out an experience that's as far from a hotel as Japan gets.

Eko-in Temple (Pilgrim's Lodging)

Mount Koya (Koyasan)

25 Rooms

From $110 per person/night

A gorgeous temple stay.

Experience the history and traditions of Koyasan, and enjoy a special time of peace through the unique experiences and hospitality of Koyasan’s temple lodging. In addition to participating in morning religious services and Goma prayers, they also provide various experiences that only a temple lodging can offer, such as ajikan meditation and sutra copying

Lakutaia Lodge

Punta Arenas

24 Rooms

From $190 per person/night

Located just 2km from the centre of Puerto Williams, this lodge welcomes you with a warm atmosphere and a privileged view. Here, you'll find tranquility, good rest, great activities, and exceptional service. Bicycles are available for guests.