Best Hotels & Lodges

Timbuktu Travel curates 6498 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.

Bushmans Kloof Koro Lodge

Cederberg

3 Rooms

From $450 per person/night

Your own corner of the ancient Cederberg, with private chef, guide and rock art galore.

Tucked away in a quiet corner of Bushmans Kloof's 7,500-hectare wilderness reserve, Koro Lodge is a renovated farmhouse turned private sanctuary. Named after the San word for 'open vistas' – and you'll soon see why – this is an all-inclusive family retreat with its own dedicated chef, host and wilderness guide. The Cederberg Mountains provide the backdrop: rust-red sandstone formations, 755 species of fynbos plants and over 130 ancient rock art sites daubed by the San thousands of years ago. It's a place where kids can roam free (the reserve is predator-free), and where the only agenda is the one you set yourself.

Naries Namakwa Retreat

Cederberg

From $120 per person/night

Naries is a beautiful & romantic hideaway on the edge of the Spektakelberg between Springbok and Kleinzee. We offer a unique experience amid spectacular scenery. We are well positioned for exploring the greater Namakwa Region from the Richtersveld in the north to the shipwrecks in the west, and during the wild-flower season, we are right where the action is.

Lazy Lagoon Island Lodge

Dar es Salaam

12 Rooms

From $180 per person/night

Imagine a private island in the Indian Ocean, the waves lapping the white sandy beach just metres from your bed. The day stretches ahead with promises of sun, snorkelling and mangrove exploration, just interrupted by freshly prepared meals. Lazy Lagoon features 12 en suite beach bandas with twin or double beds, and an upstairs ‘loft’ with two twin beds, ideal for older children. Each spacious banda has both an upstairs balcony and a porch with unimpeded sea views and access straight on to the beach. There can’t be many more relaxing ways to start a day than to watch the early morning ngalawas go out fishing, whilst sipping a coffee on your own veranda, or walking down to the beach to look in rock pools in your pyjamas! The main dining and living area is spacious and airy, with high ceilings and cool wooden floors; the perfect escape from the midday sun. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served here, with each table enjoying sea views. Soak up the evening sun in the upstairs sunset lounge, which overlooks the swimming pool and the Indian Ocean beyond. The Swahili-style day-beds are perfect for the quintessentially safari pre-dinner G&T!

Mawimbi Villa

Dar es Salaam

Mawimbi is a private oceanfront retreat on the North Eastern coast of Tanzania. Meaning ‘tides’ in Swahili, Mawimbi takes on a figurative meaning to encompass the natural ebb and flow of life. Developed in harmony with its stunning coastal vistas and the rich nature that surrounds it, Mawimbi has evolved in the pursuit of laid-back luxury into the contemporary villa it is today.

Nashera Hotel

Dar es Salaam

For those who are traveling for business, leisure, adventure, or family our 4-star hotel features an outdoor pool, and is located just over 3km from the centre of Morogoro. It has panoramic views of the Uluguru Moutain and includes free Wi-Fi throughout the property.All of the rooms at Nashera Hotel are air-conditioned and offer a balcony and a satellite TV. Each has an en suite with a bath and a shower.Breakfast is served daily, which can also be taken in the room.

Hotel Blue Sapphire

Dar es Salaam

From $50 per person/night

This 4-star hotel is conveniently located at Pugu Road and is only 3 km from Julius Nyerere International airport. Hotel Blue Sapphire offers you comfortable rooms ensuring that you have a relaxing stay.

Four Points by Sheraton, New Africa

Dar es Salaam

From $140 per person/night

Right in the heart of Tanzania’s capital city, with views of Dar es Salaam Harbour and close to the Central Business District. Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam New Africa Hotel is the premier Conference and Meetings Venue in Tanzania. With 12 Meeting Venues and capacity for up to 300 persons in one venue space, your every business need can be met in comfort. Situated nearby the Zanzibar ferry, our hotel is the perfect starting point for everyone who wants to explore the city and beyond. Soak in the city’s vibrant energy on our rooftop terrace or sample the flavours of the world in one of our 5 restaurants and bars, featuring everything from fresh seafood, Thai cuisine to Indian fare. To refresh, take a dip in our outdoor swimming pool, or work out in our 24-hour gym. We have 174 stylish, modern rooms and suites offering unmatched city and harbour views.