The Cape Winelands are renowned as one of the world’s most beautiful holiday destinations. Timeless yet ever-changing, its sweeping vistas attract visitors from all corners of the world, all eager to explore and experience one of the last few unspoilt places on the globe. Unashamed luxury, unmatched comfort and painstaking attention to detail make the Grande Roche special. The 5 star Grande Roche is set against a magnificent mountain backdrop in the heart of the Cape’s historic Winelands in Paarl, this immaculately restored 18th century complex offers the best of everything to the discerning guest. From the time one enters the elegant front door until one’s reluctant departure at the Grande Roche, the impression is one of unhurried good taste. It’s the only Relais & Chateaux – Relais Gourmand 5-star estate hotel on the African continent. The Grande Roche offers guests 29 luxury suites. Each of these luxuries suites has been lavishly designed and decorated for the comfort and pampering of guests. The Bosman’s Restaurant at Grande Roche was one of the first restaurants in South Africa to be accepted for the American Express Platinum Card Fine Dining program which was launched in South Africa in 1999. Since then, Bosman’s Restaurant has won the American Express Platinum Fine Dining Restaurant Award every year, and in 2008 American Express honored Bosman’s Restaurant with the 10-year Platinum Fine Dining Program Award. Photo Gallery

Awards

“Best of Award of Excellence” – Wine Spectator 2008
“Top 10 Hotels in Africa and the Middle East” - Condé Nast Traveller Reader’s Choice Award (US) 2005
“Top 10 Properties in Africa and the Middle East” – Travel & Leisure (US) 2005
“Top 50 Hotels” - World’s Best Awards 2004
“Best of the Best” – Virtuosa (US) 1999
“Top 10 Wine Country Hotels of the World” – America’s Food and Wine magazine 1998
“Worldwide Suburban Retreat” – Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report 1996

The 5 star Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, is set on a 1,000 ha estate in an extraordinary part of the southern coast of Africa, in an area aptly called The Garden Route. On one side the Indian Ocean thunders into the exquisitely beautiful rocky coast. On the other side of this luxurious estate, Knysna’s breathtaking lagoon and the Outeniqua Mountains fill a calmer view. Here guests will find South Africa’s true luxury resort, the Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa. Each of the suites at thePezula Resort Hotel & Spa have been designed to be utterly indulgent and completely private – all with a contemporary African style. The interiors exude warmth, with stone and wooden textures, while wecoming earth tones create an unexpected contrast to the colors of the surrounding landscape. Each suite has spectacular views across the golf course, the Indian Ocean or the beautiful Knysna Lagoon. Guests can choose to relax in their spacious suites, indulge in the award-winning spa or laze at the heated pool or on secluded Noetzie Beach. Or get active and participate in some of the exhilarating activities on the resort. Play a game of tennis at the Field of Dreams, or a round of golf on the Championship Course. Take a guided hike through indigenous forest, learning about the ancient trees and plants with their medicinal properties – you will spot some of the many species of bird and animal life which have made their home here. Canoe along the pristine Noetzie River to one of the most beautiful beaches in Africa where your picnic lunch awaits you. Enjoy local oysters and a glass of bubbly on the terrace of a romantic beach castle before you head back to your luxury suite to dress for dinner. Have dinner at Zachary’s, the gourmet restaurant at Pezula Resort Hotel & Spa, which has been named one of South Africa’s Top 10 Deluxe eateries in the 2008 Dine Awards. This category recognizes restaurants which offer “high-skill, innovative cuisine, exceptional winelists, high levels of wine knowledge, magnificent décor and faultless service. The bustling, cosmopolitan town of Knysna, twice voted South Africa’s favorite holiday destination and recognized as one of the Top 100 Destinations in the World in 2008 TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Destinations Awards, provides numerous attractions and activities. From ferry cruises across the lagoon and visits to the oyster beds, animal sanctuaries, boutique shopping, bungy jumping and award-winning restaurants, the choice is endless. Photo Gallery

Awards

Member “Leading Small Hotels of the World”
“Best Hotel in South Africa” – Welcome Awards 2009
“Africa’s Leading Spa Resort” – World Travel Awards 2009
“Best Luxury Boutique Hotel in Africa and the World” – World Luxury Hotel Awards 2008
“Best International Property” – CNBC International Property Awards 2008
“Top 100 Ultimate Escapes in the World” – Robb Report Luxury Resorts 2008
“One of the Best Hotels in the World for Leisure Facilities” – Condé Nast Traveller (UK) Gold List 2007
“Top 20 Overseas Leisure Hotels in Middle East, Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands” – Condé Nast Traveller (UK) Reader’s Travel Awards 2006
“25 of the Sexiest Spots on the Planet” – GQ Magazine 2006
“One of 15 Hotels to watch in the World’s Best Awards” – Travel & Leisure (US) 2006
“2nd Best Overseas Hotel Spa” - Condé Nast Travellers Reader’s Awards 2008
“One of the Top Three Outstanding Golf Resorts Worldwide” – VIP International Traveller 2008
“The World’s 100 Best Spas” – Condé Nast Traveller Reader’s Award 2008

The Palace of the Lost City at the Sun City Resort is situated in the North West Province of South Africa, adjacent to the Pilansberg National Park and is part of “The Leading Hotels of the World.” Fabled to be the royal residence of an ancient king, the Sun City Resort is a fantasy world conjured out of African myth. Guests Staying at the 5 star Palace of The Lost City are invited to enjoy luxurious accommodation, gourmet dining, many different activities including game drives and safari, golf on both the Gary Player and Lost City Golf Courses, spa treatments, cliff tumbling gardens, sparkling streams, waterfalls and several swimming pools. Luxury in every aspect of its architecture, The Palace of the Lost City is adorned with exquisite mosaics, frescoes and hand painted ceilings. The Palace of The Lost City is one of the “Leading Hotels of the World.” Each room is exclusively appointed and fitted with individually crafted furniture. In its position at the head of the Lost City, The Palace is set amid lush vegetation in beautiful landscaping which has achieved its Botanical Garden status in South Africa. Guests at The Palace of the Lost City will discover an oasis of abundance in the rugged African landscape. Each of the luxurious 338 rooms and magnificent suites offer wonderful views over the water or the jungle, and is furnished in a contemporary African style with minute attention to detail. Fine dining is offered in the Crystal Court or the Villa del Palazzo, and you may choose to relax after a day in the gracious Tusk Bar. The Palace is a celebration of the African experience, an opulent creation of carvings, mosaics, textures and views, a world as rich in drama and grandeur as the continent itself. The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City is set like a gem as the centerpiece of the Sun City resort, a world of entertainment and leisure with every facility imaginable. Days may be passed relaxing by the Grand Pool, indulging in 5 star pampering at The Gary Player Health Spa or exploring the attractions of the Valley of Waves. Nightfall might find you in one of the many bars or fine restaurants, or dance the night away at Silhouette Nightclub. Safari & Wildlife The Sun City Resort has a unique heartbeat and African rhythm of its own and is unlike any other Resort destination in the world. This is pure fantasy and your every desire is met. Adjoining the Resort, is the beautiful 55,000 hectare Pilansberg National Park, which will delight game viewers as it is a malaria free zone and home to the Big Five. Personalised game viewing emphasizes locating the Big Five. Guests can enjoy viewing Rhino’s wallowing in cool mud baths and Bull Elephants fighting for supremacy in the clarity of daylight. Be a silent witness to a Lion kill, as antelopes graze unsuspecting of the danger lurking in the volcanic landscape. Catch a glimse of the elusive Buffalo as they wander unrestricted and free. Experience the night adventure of nocturnal wildlife when Leopards are spotlighted beneath the stark moonlight of this arid landscape. Photo Gallery

Awards

“Leading Hotels of the World”
Condé Nast Award Winner
Travel & Leisure Award Winner
“Top 100 Hotel” – Travel & Leisure (US) 2008
“Africa’s Leading Resort” – World Travel Awards 2008
“South Africa’s Leading Resort” – World Travel Awards 2008

Serenity Eco Forest Reserve Lodge is situated in a densely forested valley surrounded by the ancient Southern Mpumalanga mountain ranges on the southern border of the world famous Kruger National Park. The lodge is surrounded by 1300ha of biologically diverse eco systems, a combination of true forest vegetation and mountain grasslands define the Serenity landscape. Some of the forest trees date back to more than a 1000 years and with that comes an abundance and varied bird species, rare butterflies, tree orchards, dragon flies and natural roaming game found in this reserve. Serenity has been nationally classified as a unique and distinct true forest biome, one of its kind in South Africa. Every effort is made to preserve and protect the sensitive eco systems by minimizing our ecological footprint, conserving water, saving energy, using only bio-degradable products and continuously eradicating alien plants. Experience chandelier waterfalls, well demarcated walking trails through the forest or partake in romantic picnics, wellness treatments or a spectacular sundowner drive overlooking Swaziland, Mozambique and Kruger Park, or just relax in the privacy of your deck and enjoy the symphony of forest ambience. Serenity Eco Forest Reserve Lodge has 9 luxury suites with six forest view dome thatched suites nestled into the forest overlooking the mountain stream and three lake view thatched suites overlooking the large picturesque body of water and all the fauna and flora that accompany it. All suites are spacious and luxurious with en-suite bathrooms and private balconies. Exclusive, romantic and secluded, each suite is set amidst the forest foliage giving one the unique opportunity to feel a part of the rainforest. Pure luxury. The smell of giant forest trees, soothing sound of the cascading water and the vast plateaus of mountain grassland complete the texture of this unique and soul enriching experience. Serenity Eco Forest Reserve Lodge is a place so pristine and ancient that all who experience it, leave soul enriched, completely relaxed and yearning to return. Unparalleled naturally beautiful landscapes, luxurious accommodation and only the highest standards of cuisine and service ensure a truly unique experience. Photo Gallery Photo Gallery

Mala Mala Game Reserve is considered to be the most exclusive private reserve in South Africa. The game rich Mala Mala Game Reserve adjacent to the Kruger National Park in South Africa, is the oldest and most historic private game reserve in South Africa, in existence since 1927. Sound conservation management, sheer size of land (it is the largest private Big Five game reserve in South Africa) and a 12 mile unfenced border shared with the Kruger National Park contribute to Mala Mala’s reputation as the finest game viewing destination in the world. At a massive 13,200ha, Mala Mala is not only the largest private Big Five game reserve in the country, it also features the largest piece of land in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve – South Africa’s oldest conservancy of private game reserves. But perhaps of strongest allure to wildlife is the perennial Sand River of which 8 miles flow through the reserve. Activities offered at the Mala Mala Game Reserve range from walking safaris to 4x4 safaris which may include sumptuous bush breakfasts, picnic lunches and the opportunity to savor sundowners as the sun sets behind the dusty horizon. Safaris areled by highly qualified rangers and to optimize game viewing experiences, trackers from the Shangaan tribe collaborate closely with their rangers. These Shangaan trackers have a fabled understanding of the bushveld passed down through the ages by their fathers and their fathers’ fathers.Mala Mala’s thrilling game viewing is a prime draw-card for some of the world’s most renowned wildlife photographers and filmmakers. It should therefore come as no surprise that Mala Mala has also provided the subject matter for many a celebrated wildlife book, such as long-time Mala Mala ranger Nils Kure’s Living with Leopards, currently one of the most in-depth scientific studies of this elusive cat. Mala Mala offers 8 luxury suites and 9 luxury rooms. The ochre colored buildings of Mala Mala Main Camp are clustered amid shady trees and manicured lawns overlooking the Sand River. The individually decorated, spacious and luxuriously comfortable rooms under traditional thatching offer spectacular views of the river and the wild and bird life that are attracted to the water for refreshment and refuge from the hot African sun. The rooms are equipped with ‘his-and-hers’ bathrooms, 24 hour temperature control, insect proofing, direct dial telephones, mini bar, to name but a few comforts offered. Dinner is another highlight of the Mala Mala experience and is served around log-fire in the grand old African manner, under star-punched skies and in a reed boma – a Mala Mala tradition for 60 years. The delectable dinner fare features a smorgasbord of bush cuisine, including venison specialties and outstanding South African wines. The spacious, beautifully adorned Buffalo Lounge, which displays bronzes, works of art and wildlife trophies, leads onto an expansive wooden deck that provides an elevated view of animals congregating at the Sand River. Mala Mala Main Camp offers luxury and comfort in breathtaking, untainted wilds, where exhilarating game drives and guided walks engender close encounters with Africa’s game – big and small. These features – and Mala Mala’s famous ‘X-factor’ – conspire to make for a bushveld safari experience that is world-renowned and routinely recognized in the world’s top tourism awards. Photo Gallery

Awards

“Top Ten Hotels Worldwide” - FODOR’S CHOICE 2006 – “According to Fodor’s, this designation is reserved for hotels, restaurants, sights and experiences so wonderful and so special that words don’t do them justice – you just have to experience them to know.”
“Top Ten Hotels Worldwide” – Fodor’s 2005
“2nd Worlds Best Service” – Travel & Leisure 2005
“3rd Best Safari Camp” – Condé Nast Traveler 2004
“7th Best Hotel in the World” – Travel & Leisure 2004
“1st Worlds Best Service” – Travel & Leisure 2003
“Best Hotel in Africa and the Middle East” – Travel & Leisure 2002
“6th Best Small Hotel in the World” – Travel & Leisure 2000
“19th Best Hotel in the World” – Travel & Leisure 2000
“World’s Leading safari and Game Reserve” – Travel Trade Gazette 1997

Situated on a private quay between the working harbor of Cape Town’s bustling Victoria & Alfred Waterfront and the serenity of an international yacht marina, the luxurious 5 star Cape Gracel, exudes the atmosphere of unpretentious elegance. The gentle elegance of this luxurious small hotel, combined with all the allure of one of the world’s most beautiful cities, provides a unique experience of hospitality, which can be found at the 5 star Cape Grace. The five star Cape Grace enjoys an unrivalled location, in the V&A Waterfront, surrounded by water on three sides with the majestic Table Mountain as a backdrop. The Cape Grace’s charm lies in its intimate atmosphere, stylish décor and unique personalized hospitality. You will find staff warm and flexible with a spirit of unrivalled generosity. The sumptuous elegance begins at the welcoming reception lounge extending to the rich comfort of the spacious narbor and mountain-facing rooms. A series of comfortable spaces, all 121 rooms feature exquisite furniture, luxurious fabric and intriguing detail, providing an immediate sense of place. Located on the top floor of the hotel, the panoramas of Table Mountain, the city and yacht marina, the African-influence Spa is owned and operated by Cape Grace and is exclusive to hotel guests. Offering spectacular views of the yacht marina and Signal Hill, one waterfront restaurant is a vibrant combination of friendly, seamless service, relaxed atmosphere and adventurous culinary flair, reflecting strong classical foundations with a modern South African influence. Bascule whisky bar and wine cellar on the water’s edge has a selection of over 420 whiskies of the world and the finest of Cape wines. Enjoy the African sun as you laze around the outdoor heated swimming pool embraced by trellised gardens. Photo Gallery

Awards

“World’s Best Hotels in Africa for Families” – Travel & Leisure World Awards (US) 2009
“Most Stylish New Business Hotel around the Globe” – Wallpaper & Fortune Magazines (UK) 2009
“Best City Hotel in Africa & The Middle East” – Travel & Leisure World Service Awards (US) 2009
“Hot List” - Condé Nast Traveler (US) 2009
“Best City Hotel” – Travel & Leisure World Service Awards (US) 2008
“Best Independent Hotel” – Luxury Travel (UK) 2008
“Top 10” - in TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice Awards (US) 2008
“Best Hotel in the World for Service and Staff” - Condé Nast Traveller (UK) 2007
“Gold List” – Condé Nast Traveller (UK & USA) 2007
“Best Business Hotel in Africa & The Middle East” – Travel & Leisure (USA) 2006
“Best Hotel in the World” 2000 & “Best Hotel in Africa” – Condé Nast Traveller (USA) 2001, 2003, 2008