Mokuti Lodge Location: Just outside the Von Lindequist gate of the Etosha National Park. Rating: 4-star Mokuti Lodge boasts unique African charm combined with international standards of luxury, situated on the eastern edge of the Etosha National Park, renowned as one of the most spectacular game viewing areas in Africa. Each chalets, set under cool thatch, is equipped with en-suite bathroom, air- conditioning and ceiling fan, telephone, fridge, hairdryer, safety deposit facilities, electric shaver plug and satellite TV. [CLICK on photo for more information]

Sossusvlei Lodge Location: Directly adjacent to the Sesriem gate of the Namib-Naukluft Park, which is a sanctuary to the highest dunes in the oldest desert. Rating: 4-star The rooms are bungalow-style. Adobe walls are shaded by canvas roofs, almost Berber-like in their covering of the slate floors beneath. The property features a swimming pool, bar, curio shop. Warm beverages and cold water are available at no cost to guests 24 hours a day. [CLICK on photo for more information]

The Swakopmund Hotel Location: Swakopmund city centre, Namibia Rating: 4-star Built in and around the old Station Building the hotel combines architectural beauty with first-world comfort. The rooms are all decorated in a Victorian-style reminiscent of a bygone era of grace and civility. Rooms have individual air conditioning, television, tea/coffee making facilities, bathroom with bath, shower and toilet, direct dialling phones, electronic safes, electric razor plugs, fully stocked mini bars, hair dryers, eight channel TV. [CLICK photo for more information]

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]

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]