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Timbuktu Travel curates 6667 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.

The Ivory Haus

Plettenberg Bay

11 Rooms
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From $110 per person/night
Introducing The Ivory Haus, a brand new family-owned boutique hotel nestled in the charming coastal town of Plettenberg Bay, perfectly positioned on Main Street. Formerly known as The Grand, this stunning establishment has undergone a remarkable transformation and offers guests an unrivaled vantage point to soak in the quintessential views of Plettenberg Bay, where the azure waters of the ocean meet the majestic mountains.

Plett Quarter Hotel and Apartments - Lion Roars

Plettenberg Bay

From $160 per person/night

Plett Quarter’s central location allows guests easy access to all the main attractions that this charming town has to offer. Stroll out of our front door to the many cafes, restaurants and shops that surround the hotel. If you feel like walking off your breakfast and enjoying a beach stroll, Plett’s popular swimming beach, Central Beach, is only a one kilometre walk away - but be warned, it is down a very steep hill!

Nestled inside is a gorgeous restaurant open to the public that embraces street facing café culture, with brilliant coffee and smoothies, fresh breakfasts, seasonal lunches, popular dinners and an extensive beverage list. However, the hotels’ most popular destination remains exclusive for guests. The expansive rooftop deck and pool bar on the top floor enjoys panoramic views of the Indian Ocean stretching out over Formosa (‘beautiful’) Bay, where whales are often spotted and watersports abound.

Family friendly, the hotel & apartments welcomes children of all ages.


Walkers Beach

Plettenberg Bay

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From $230 per person/night

Walkers Beach offers an unrivalled experience in the heart of Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. With its luxurious accommodations, stunning uninterrupted beach and sea views, and close proximity to world-renowned attractions, it is the perfect destination for those seeking a unique and unforgettable getaway.


Walkers Beach offers unparalleled vistas of the beach and the sparkling sea. Guests can indulge in the beauty of the natural surroundings from the comfort of the suites and common areas. Step into one of the meticulously designed and furnished suites to be whisked away to an oasis of luxury and comfort. Choose the signature suite for the ultimate retreat, where attention to detail is second to none.

Lookout Villa at The Plettenberg

Plettenberg Bay

From $490 per person/night
Pods of whales and dolphins, darting seagulls and ocean views may all be enjoyed from this special and most exclusive accommodation option at The Plettenberg. At 190m2, and featuring three-bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, The Lookout Villa is the perfect option for families or groups of friends travelling together.

Periwinkle Guest Lodge

Plettenberg Bay

From $190 per person/night
Periwinkle Guest Lodge is a 4 Star Luxury Lodge situated on Beachy Head Drive, Plettenberg Bay, directly across the road from the Robberg blue Flag Beach, a safe swimming beach. The Lodge is on 3 levels and has breathtaking views of the famous Robberg Peninsula, Tsitsikamma Mountains and the sea. All the rooms are very stylishly decorated and reflect the surrounding sea and mountains. Six of the seven rooms have balconies where guests can enjoy the panoramic view from the Robberg Peninsula to the right and the Tsitskamma Mountains to the left. The lodge can accommodate children, if the suitable rooms are available.

Barrington's Small Hotel

Plettenberg Bay

10 Rooms
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From $50 per person/night
The Barrington’s Small Hotel is an intimate 10 bedroom hotel situated directly above the Barrington’s Brewery and a few short strides from the impressive Barrington’s Restaurant and Bar. Expect personalised service and attention to detail which will ensure a stay that is as unique and memorable as the location itself. Barrington’s Small Hotel has four beautifully appointed Deluxe Rooms. Spacious and light, the Deluxe Rooms include private balconies with daybeds overlooking the beautiful Barrington’s kitchen garden or riverbank. Six white on white, light filled compact Standard Rooms overlook the valley behind Barrington’s. The rooms feature pristine linens and locally produced organic amenities ensuring an indulgent stay. Barrington’s is situated in the serenely beautiful Piesang River Valley, a mere 5 minutes away from the golden sands of at least one of Plettenberg Bay’s 6 premier Blue Flag Beaches. The world championship Plett Country Club Golf Course is a short 1.8km drive further up the valley. Quite the “perfect place” to stay & play.

Mount Meru Climb

Arusha

From $310 per person/night
Mount Meru is located in the heart of Arusha National Park, an area home to giraffe, buffalo, antelope and an array of birdlife. As the seventh highest mountain in Africa (third in Tanzania), expect a moderate to tough climb with technically difficult sections. Starting in the lowlands of Arusha National Park, the scenery changes from verdant forest and lush savannah to desolate rocky slopes, when approaching the summit. Your nights will spent in designated climbing cabins also know as a 'bunk houses.' These have a simple but comfortable setup, providing solace from the elements during the colder nights.

Gran Melia Arusha

Arusha

From $260 per person/night
A coffee plantation hotel with Mount Meru on the doorstep and the Serengeti within reach.

Eighteen acres of coffee and tea plantation in the heart of Arusha — not the setting you'd typically expect from a city hotel, and that's precisely the point. The property rises up from its own working organic farm, with Mount Meru commanding the horizon and a water stream threading through the gardens below. It's a genuine gateway hotel, sitting midway between the Serengeti and Kilimanjaro National Parks, but it earns its keep long before you board a safari vehicle. The infinity pool set against Mount Meru, the rooftop restaurant supplied in part by the farm below, the spa, the glass-blowing workshop, the staff who regularly get singled out in reviews as among the best in East Africa — there's enough here to justify arriving a day early. Which you probably will.

Koroi Forest Camp

Arusha

8 Rooms
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From $580 per person/night

Koroi Forest Camp is nestled in Arusha National Park, a quilt of natural habitats puzzled together between the towering peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro and Meru, playing host to a unique blend of biodiversity and wildlife. This dramatic landscape is shaped by the ash cone and cliff faces of Mount Meru that frames the park’s volcanic crater lakes and calderas.

Siringit Villa

Arusha

6 Rooms
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From $260 per person/night
Luxe privacy in Siringit Villa’s serene hideaway
A luxury escape perfect for families or friends. With six opulent bedrooms, it matches the privacy of elite tented camps. Every room features expansive views and top-notch amenities. From the chic living spaces to the tranquil gardens and refreshing pool, this villa is all about upscale comfort and seclusion.

Laba Mama Simba

Arusha

8 Rooms
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From $250 per person/night

Much more than just a luxury hotel, Laba Laba offers the unique experience of a walking safari in the heart of Arusha. This is complemented by a host of other activities, including day safaris in the Tarangire and Serengeti National Parks, spectacular panoramic flights over Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Meru, and horseback riding.

Greenside Hotel

Arusha

From $50 per person/night
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Greenside Hotel.

Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of nature, Greenside Hotel invites you to experience a harmonious blend of luxury, comfort, and serenity. Located in the heart of Arusha City, this hotel is a haven for those seeking a peaceful retreat without compromising on modern conveniences. Escape to Greenside Hotel and immerse yourself in a world of luxury and natural beauty. Whether you're here for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, let this be your retreat.

Lake Duluti Lodge

Arusha

From $210 per person/night

Lake Duluti Lodge is made up of 19 spacious contemporary African styled romantic chalets ideally positioned for maximum privacy and view inside a thirty acre active coffee farm located in a safe and exclusive area on the outskirts of Arusha. All chalets are positioned to face the coffee farm and each has a private deck with an amazing view of the ancient indigenous trees found in big number within the farm. The lodge has been designed in a way that you will feel like you are staying at home rather than at a top end hotel. Lake Duluti lodge prides itself on its finest cuisine, first class exclusivity, five star personalized excellent services, top class amenities and the ecofriendly architecture and operations.

Mount Meru Hotel

Arusha

From $170 per person/night
Located in Arusha, an oasis of tranquility on Tanzania's gateway to major tour tourist destinations regardless of the season, the hotel comprises of 178 well-appointed guest rooms and suites, 2 restaurants, 2 bars, 24-hour In-Room Dining service, an outdoor swimming pool and a well-equipped gymnasium. Mount Meru Hotel provides the perfect venue for meetings and events with more than 1500 sqm of meeting and banquet space, perfect for seminars, large conferences, cocktail events and corporate dinners, an ideal mix of categories to meet the needs of corporate and MICE visitors to the country.

MIMARU Osaka Shinsaibashi North

Osaka

49 Rooms
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From $280 per person/night

Come together with friends and family at MIMARU. During your stay, your room will feel like a comfortable home, and you'll find the staff always ready to support you. Traveling through Japan, you'll feel closer to your travel companions, become closer to those you encounter, and your connections will become special and memorable.

Hotel Vischio Osaka

Osaka

400 Rooms
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From $90 per person/night

A polished city hotel from JR West's Vischio stable, sitting five minutes on foot from Osaka Station — which in Osaka terms means you're essentially attached to everything. The name means mistletoe in Italian (good luck charm, apparently), and the hotel leans into that with considered touches: Simmons mattresses, natural bathroom amenities, and a first-floor restaurant serving a Japanese-Italian fusion breakfast that sounds odd but works. Drip-X-Café handles your morning coffee one cup at a time. No frills, no pretensions — just a reliably comfortable base for one of Japan's most exhilarating cities.

Voco Osaka Central

Osaka

From $70 per person/night

Japan's first voco brand, voco Osaka Central, shines with its attractive design, friendly service filled with smiles and natural energy, dining where you can enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of being invited into your own home and carefully prepared dishes, and its attention to sustainability.


Through the large glass windows surrounding the lobby, restaurant, cafe and bar area, this premium hotel connects guests with the local community, its vibrant energy and colors drawing people in. Guests are welcomed by the warm design, including art linking the past and present of Kyomachibori, interior décor made from recycled materials actually used in houses, and a spiral staircase, all welcoming them with the smiles of their hosts.

Cross Hotel Osaka

Osaka

229 Rooms
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From $90 per person/night

Enjoy an irreplaceable moment spent in this city, at this hotel. Cross Hotel values ​​the experiences unique to this city. A hotel that loves this place, deeply explores the best of this city, and proposes experiences that can only be found here. And even the time you spend inside the Cross Hotel should be typical of this city. In order to make the time spent by their guests during their stay an irreplaceable time that cannot be found in other cities or other hotels, each staff member constantly considers ``the uniqueness of this city and this hotel'' and strives to provide the best service to our customers.

Patina Osaka

Osaka

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221 Rooms
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From $280 per person/night

Inspired by kisetsukan, the rhythm of the seasons, Patina Osaka is an urban sanctuary that honours tradition with the elegance of modern luxury. Connect to transformative experiences that move with you, right where you belong

Moxy Osaka Shin Umeda

Osaka

288 Rooms
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From $40 per person/night

Designed for fun, Moxy Osaka Shin Umeda offers everything you need to work, play and relax. Their dog-friendly hotel boasts a sought-after location in Umeda, Japan, one of the main hubs of Osaka City. They're only a five-minute walk from JR Fukushima station; enjoy easy access to key attractions such as Universal Studios Japan, Osaka Castle and more. Settle into chic, cozy and dog-friendly lodging, filled with all the amenities you’d expect from a lifestyle hotel. Fun facilities include the Moxy Hotels brand’s signature Bar Moxy, with its outdoor terrace and bustling atmosphere, the quiet Library Zone to plug in and tune out, an exclusive 24-hour fitness center and furiously fast and free Wi-Fi for ultimate connectivity. Create, connect and energize in our stylish common areas.

ART HOTEL Osaka Bay Tower

Osaka

458 Rooms
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From $140 per person/night

ART HOTEL Osaka Bay Tower allows you to enjoy a dynamic view from 200 meters above ground. With 51 floors, the hotel has earned high praise for its beauty as one of the foremost sights of the Osaka night sky. Directly connected to Bentencho Station on the JR Osaka Loop Line and the Osaka Metro, it is conveniently located within a short distance of Universal Studios Japan, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, Osaka Port, Sakishima and more.

Four Seasons Hotel Osaka

Osaka

175 Rooms
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From $340 per person/night

Embodying Osaka’s rise as a global city, the luxury Four Seasons Hotel Osaka forms the core of a new lifestyle destination at the heart of western Japan’s biggest city and the region’s hub of commerce and culture. As the city’s new icon of luxury and style, Four Seasons provides a pitch-perfect modern take on the quintessential ryokan (traditional Japanese inn) with a range of unique, immersive experiences that deliver a true sense of Japan. From the entire floor of meticulously designed Japanese-inspired guest rooms to the private ofuro (traditional baths), Four Seasons is a contemporary portal to the authentic heart of Osaka, immersing you in the city’s intriguing blend of heritage and modernity.

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