Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge Location: Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya Rating: 5-star Located on the slopes of Oloongams Hills, it is one of the first lodges to be built in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Guests are drawn to this lodge built in an ethnic design, surrounded by a rich landscape, covered in fauna, from huge desert cacti to sweet smelling jasmine flowers, all within the fabled Maasai Mara game reserve. 50 traditional round buildings with thatched roofs, each with 2 rooms with private bath. [CLICK on photo for more information]

Sarova Lion Hill Lodge Location: Lake Nakuru National Park Rating: 5-star Set on a plateau above Lake Nakuru, the lodge has 67 chalets all overlooking the lake. It is the perfect place to experience one of the world's largest ornithological spectacles, the pink flamingo, or a rich concentration of wildlife including black and white colobus monkey and black and white rhino. Private shower, verandah, tea / coffee making facilities. [CLICK on photo for more information]

Serena Sweetwaters Camp Location: Mt Kenya Highlands Rating: 4-star [CLICK on photo for more info]

City Lodge Waterfront Location: At the gateway to the V&A Waterfront, Cape Town. Rating: 3-star A centrally located hotel at the gateway to the vibrant and dynamic V&A Waterfront, within walking distance of Cape Town’s CBD, 15 minutes from the international airport. A nautical theme runs through the hotel and a spa-pool is available for guests to relax in the warm Cape weather. [CLICK on photo for more information]

Elephant Lake Hotel St Lucia Location: St Lucia, KwaZulu-Natal Rating: 3-star The hotel boasts 56 en-suite, air-conditioned rooms, all sharing a westerly view across the St Lucia Estuary. All rooms are equipped with TV, tea/coffee making facilities, electronic wall safes; hair dryer and full range of bathroom amenities. [CLICK on photo for more information]

Garden Court Sandton City Location: Northern Johannesburg suburb of Sandton. Rating: 3-star Spend time relaxing in the beautiful gardens with outdoor pool, or taking a short stroll to the city's most upmarket shopping complexes, all with an exciting range of designer boutiques, restaurants, banks and entertainment facilities. All modern conveniences. [CLICK on photo for more information]

Hazyview Hotel Location: Hazyview, South Africa, 20 minutes from Kruger National Park Rating: 3-star The Hazyview Hotel prides itself on warm, friendly service and promises an effortless tranquility that will restore your soul and soothe your senses. The unique location ensures guests of exceptionally good weather and a malaria free environment. En-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, satellite television, personal tea and coffee making facilities. [CLICK on photo for more information]

Riempie Estate Location: In the heart of the Klein Karoo, Oudtshoorn, South Africa. Rating: 3-star Embraced by the spectacular views of the Swartberg & Outeniqua Mountains, lies the Riempie Estate, offering 3-star accommodation in 40 tastefully decorated chalets and thatched 'rondavels'. All rooms are en suite with bath and/or shower, air-conditioning, TV, tea and coffee facilities and a hairdryer. [CLICK on photo for more information]

Forester's Arms Location: About one hour from Mbanane, Swaziland. Rating: 3-star This country-style hotel is situated on 90 ha of beautiful Swaziland highlands in the heart of the Kingdom. Spoil yourself with our wonderful nine-course dinner by candlelight and choose your wine from our imaginative wine list. All 30 bedrooms are tastefully decorated, with bathrooms en suite, telephones and TV. [CLICK on photo for more information]

Lake Manyara Serena Lodge Location: Lake Manyara, Tanzania Rating: 5-star Standing high on the bluff above Lake Manyara's gleaming alkaline waters, the Lodge commands panoramic views across the volcano-studded floor of the Great Rift Valley. The circular, closely-thatched rooms echo the traditional Maasai 'Boma' style of construction. Each room has a private veranda and breathtaking views of the shimmering lake. [CLICK on photo for more information]

Serengeti Sopa Lodge Location: Serengeti National Park, Tanzania Rating: 5-star Nestled in the acacia woodland on the edge of the escarpment overlooking the plains of the south-western Serengeti. 69 standard rooms, all with 2 queen size beds, carpeted, and tastefully furnished with local fabrics and pictures. The rooms have en-suite bathrooms and hairdryers. [CLICK on photo for more information]