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"A funky boutique hotel in the leafy suburb of Melrose with eye-catching contemporary design and its own restaurant, bistrot and champagne bar"
Boutique Hotel: 32 rooms
iescape+ extra: a bottle of Cap Classique (South African champagne) if staying 2 or more nights
from 174 GBP
per night
"An old Cape Dutch guesthouse in central Cape Town, restored with an eye to modern Africa"
Boutique Guesthouse: 5 rooms
iescape+ extra: a bottle of South African wine at time of stay
from 78 GBP
per night
"A light, uplifting and fabulously friendly boutique hotel on a quiet backstreet in Tamboerskloof"
Boutique Hotel: 10 rooms + 1 apartment for 2-4
iescape+ extra: a free bottle of wine
from 136 GBP
per night
"An Eco-chic retreat and private nature reserve with far-reaching sea and fynbos views: a great stop-off between Cape Town and the Garden Route"
Eco Suites: 4 suites
iescape+ extra: a seasonal, local product, such as honey from the farm
from 100 GBP
per night
"Cape Cod meets the Med in Cape Town: a simply scrumptious boutique hotel overlooking breezy and beautiful Camps Bay"
Boutique Hotel: 7 rooms
iescape+ extra: a bottle of sparkling wine with fresh strawberries or chocolates at time of stay
from 154 GBP
per night
"A superbly crafted eco-lodge at the heart of the Kosi Bay Nature Reserve, close to the Indian Ocean and the enchanting waterways of the iSimangaliso Wetlands"
Eco Lodge: 8 rooms
iescape+ extra: a welcome drink by the boma
from 281 GBP
per night
"One of Cape Town's most stylish small hotels, an ultra-chic townhouse set on the slopes of Table Mountain"
Boutique Hotel: 8 rooms
iescape+ extra: 2 tickets for the Table Mountain cable car (for stays of 3+ nights)
from 181 GBP
per night
"A stylish, homely Cape Dutch country manor and wine farm close to Stellenbosch and Cape Town"
Boutique Guesthouse: 16 rooms
iescape+ extra: a bottle of Hawksmoor own wine
from 97 GBP
per night
2025 Hotlist: Runner-up
"A super-spoiling Hout Bay hideaway on the slopes of Table Mountain prioritising romantic luxury and wellness, within easy reach of Cape Town"
Boutique Hotel: 9 rooms
iescape+ extra: A cheese board on arrival and a curated garden tour
from 303 GBP
per night
"A holistic, stylish, heavenly retreat (and safari camp)"
Safari Camp: 13 rooms
iescape+ extra: a half bottle of champagne on arrival
from 853 GBP
per night
4 NIGHTS FOR 3
"A stylish trio of camps offering some of the best malaria-free 'Big Five' safaris in South Africa; perfect for families and couples"
Safari Lodge: 20 rooms + a villa for 6
from 1222 GBP
per night
"Five luxury serviced cottages for 2-6 in a magical setting on the southern slopes of Table Mountain, ideal for exploring the Cape Peninsula"
Boutique Cottages: 5 cottages for 2-7
iescape+ extra: a welcome bottle of wine and fresh flowers
from 92 GBP
per night
"A beautifully decorated 1930s-style Art Deco guesthouse set in a lush garden near Cape Town"
Boutique Guesthouse: 4 bedrooms
iescape+ extra: welcome drinks and fresh flowers
from 121 GBP
per night
"An outstanding collection of affordable rental properties with adventurous décor in picturesque Franschhoek: perfect for foodies, explorers and families"
Boutique villas: 5 houses for 2-10
iescape+ extra: Flowers and locally made biscuits
from 130 GBP
per night
3 NIGHTS FOR 2
"An awe-inspiring lodge on the banks of the Sabie river, with some of southern Africa's best game viewing, top rangers and the finest gourmet cuisine"
Safari Lodge: 18 rooms
iescape+ extra: a free bottle of wine
from 1450 GBP
per night
"A luxury guesthouse and restaurant on an award-winning vineyard beneath the stunning Franschhoek mountain range"
Boutique Guesthouse: 5 rooms
iescape+ extra: a free bottle of Holden Manz wine
from 183 GBP
per night
5% OFF
"A peaceful hilltop retreat offering a fascinating insight into local wartime history, with simple yet stylish period cottages, guided walks and great food (included in rates)"
Boutique Lodge: 9 rooms
from 322 GBP
per night
"A wonderful wilderness retreat between Cape Town and the Garden Route, with pristine beaches, whale-watching and horse riding"
Luxury Nature Lodge: 27 suites
from 924 GBP
per night
"A friendly, comfortable and stylish lodge with delicious food, between the Tsitsikamma Mountains and the Indian Ocean"
Luxury Lodge: 16 suites
from 264 GBP
per night
10% OFF
"A spoiling small hotel overlooking the sea in a charming fishing village, with an outstanding restaurant plus two separate villas (sleeping 4)"
Boutique Hotel & Villas: 23 suites + villas (for 2-4)
iescape+ extra: a bottle of wine at time of stay
from 84 GBP
per night