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"A cute and contemporary house (for 2-4) in the heart of foodie Franschhoek, with a private pool among leafy gardens, and gourmet restaurants galore"
Boutique Cottage: 2 bedrooms
iescape+ extra: flowers and locally made biscuits
from 272 GBP
per night
"A stylish and quirky 2-3 bedroom cottage in a quiet, fashionable Cape Town suburb, situated on the slopes of Table Mountain (sleeps up to 6)"
Boutique Cottage: 2-3 bedrooms
iescape+ extra: a bottle of wine
from 112 GBP
per night
"Luxurious lodges and family-friendly safaris in the Little Karoo between Cape Town and the Garden Route - a wildlife reserve with some surprising discoveries"
Safari Lodges: 27 rooms
from 706 GBP
per night
"A sleek seaside apartment for 4-6, with stunning views, mountain backdrops and private plunge pools in a fantastic location"
Penthouse Apartment: Apartment for 4-6
iescape+ extra: a free bottle of wine on arrival
from 60 GBP
per night
"A spacious and stylish beach house right on the dunes of Britannia Bay - an idyllic seaside escape for 10"
Beach Villa: 6 bedrooms
iescape+ extra: bottles of local wine: one red, one white
from 396 GBP
per night
"An intimate, stylish and supremely comfortable hotel an easy stroll away from the restaurants and shops of historic Franschhoek"
Boutique Guesthouse: 9 rooms
iescape+ extra: a complimentary bottle of award-winning South African Cap Classique sparkling wine
from 360 GBP
per night
"A charming homestead and villas in malaria-free Addo Elephant Park - fab for families and just an hour from Port Elizabeth"
Safari Lodge: 8 rooms and 2 villas for 4-6
iescape+ extra: a complimentary room upgrade, subject to availability
from 400 GBP
per night
"A luxury hotel and wine estate with stunning views, just 5 minutes' drive from Franschhoek's main street, the Cape's gourmet hotspot"
Boutique Hotel: 22 rooms
iescape+ extra: a complimentary wine tasting
from 252 GBP
per night
4 NIGHTS FOR 3
"Cool, Cape and very More-ish apartments (for 2-8) with boutique hotel services, in a quiet cul-de-sac in one of the city's hippest downtown areas"
Boutique Apartments: 27 apts for 2-4, 1 house for 6-8
iescape+ extra: welcome drinks and a surprise gift, plus a free room upgrade subject to availability on arrival
from 401 GBP
per night
"The ultimate contemporary beach villa on Clifton's 4th Beach - stunning location and brilliantly equipped (sleeps 5)"
Boutique Villa: 3 bedrooms
iescape+ extra: a welcome hamper and bottle of wine
from 999 GBP
per night
"Funky art, palatial bedrooms and gourmet dining at one of South Africa's most seductive oceanside hotels"
Luxury Hotel: 11 rooms
iescape+ extra: a bottle of South African sparkling wine on arrival
from 559 GBP
per night
"A chic hotel in the Garden Route National Park, with to-die-for views, a dreamy pool, excellent food and epic beaches nearby"
Boutique Hotel: 8 rooms + 1 cottage
iescape+ extra: a bottle of house wine
from 161 GBP
per night
2024 Hotlist: Runner-up
"Luxe beach-meets-bush lodge on endless sands, with world-class snorkelling and diving, great wildlife, fine dining and secluded forest suites"
Luxury Beach Lodge: 12 rooms
iescape+ extra: a welcome drink
from 511 GBP
per night
"A quirky, characterful yet tastefully decadent retreat with soaring city views, located in Cape Town’s colourful Bo Kaap district"
Boutique Hotel: 27 rooms
iescape+ extra: a bottle of sparkling wine
from 188 GBP
per night
"Excellent game and walking safaris at a pair of good value and authentic tented camps"
Safari Camp: 30 luxury Tents
from 439 GBP
per night
"A historic villa with lawned grounds, a pool and a prime location by Hermanus' endless beach, 90 minutes from Cape Town (sleeps 5-10)"
Beach Villa: 1 villa with 5 bedrooms
from 320 GBP
per night
3 NIGHTS FOR 2
"Swish villas, private plunge pools and a prime river frontage set this above all other Sabi Sands lodges, with game viewing to match"
Safari Lodge: 9 rooms
iescape+ extra: a free bird book & pair of binoculars per couple
from 2625 GBP
per night
"A pair of award-winning lodges in the heart of malaria-free Madikwe Game Reserve, imbued with the spirit of their colourful and innovative creators, Jaci and Jan"
Safari Lodge: 20 rooms
iescape+ extra: free house wines (red and white)
from 845 GBP
per night
"Ritz, glitz and an extraordinary collection of top South African art at Franschhoek's most flamboyant boutique hotel"
Luxury Hotel: 16 rooms and suites
iescape+ extra: a free bottle of South African sparkling wine on arrival
from 823 GBP
per night