Title: 10 Best Family & Kid Friendly Resorts in South Africa for 2026 - Expedia.ca

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# Kid & Family Friendly Resorts in South Africa

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## Top Cities in South Africa

![Hobie Beach featuring general coastal views, a bridge and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/70000/70418-Eastern-Cape-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Gqeberha

[](https://expedia.ca/Gqeberha-Hotels-Family-Hotel.0-0-d2824-tFamilyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Johannesburg - Gauteng showing a skyscraper, a sunset and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/65000/65140-Johannesburg-Gauteng-Province.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Johannesburg

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![Durban featuring a city, general coastal views and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/44000/44731-Durban.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Durban

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## Check availability on South Africa Family Hotels

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## Our top choices for South Africa family-friendly hotels

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9500/9459/51c1680c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9500/9459/517d0ab4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9500/9459/ace97dd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9500/9459/63c831e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Cabanas Hotel at Sun City Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cabanas-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9459.Hotel-Information)

Moses Kotane

7.8/10

Good

(832)

"Excellent room with lake view. Looks as though the rooms have recently been renovated. Breakfast good"

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Norman

CA $224

CA $259 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Cabanas-Hotel-At-Sun-City-Resort.h9459.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527000/526965/7d0ac846.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, hot stone massages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527000/526965/6169ca65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527000/526965/568fecb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/527000/526965/c416e6db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Bakubung Bush Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Bakubung-Bush-Lodge.h526965.Hotel-Information)

Pilanesberg National Park

9.0/10

Wonderful

(631)

"Excellent service and great place for vacation "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

FILIMAO M

CA $452

CA $530 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Pilanesberg-National-Park-Hotels-Bakubung-Bush-Lodge.h526965.Hotel-Information)

![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4280000/4270200/4270140/76e5cc90.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4280000/4270200/4270140/dff861f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Buffet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4280000/4270200/4270140/98507f3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4280000/4270200/4270140/deb24c12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### ANEW Resort Hunters Rest Rustenburg

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rustenburg-Hotels-ANEW-Resort-Hunters-Rest.h4270140.Hotel-Information)

Rustenburg

7.8/10

Good

(204)

"It was amazing, the environment was so breathtaking, comfortable beds and their breakfast is the best"

![South Africa](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/za.svg)

Vuyiseka

CA $142

CA $166 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Rustenburg-Hotels-ANEW-Resort-Hunters-Rest.h4270140.Hotel-Information)

![Water park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/400000/392100/392096/605525c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![3 restaurants, breakfast, dinner served; international cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/400000/392100/392096/a84ff13c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/400000/392100/392096/aa7e091f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/400000/392100/392096/4c6defef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Palace of the Lost City at Sun City Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Palace-Of-The-Lost-City-At-Sun-City-Resort.h392096.Hotel-Information)

Moses Kotane

8.8/10

Excellent

(658)

"Superb, elegant, family centric hotel.. my little kids loved it!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Lester

CA $619

CA $711 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Sun-City-Hotels-The-Palace-Of-The-Lost-City-At-Sun-City-Resort.h392096.Hotel-Information)

![3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1988100/1988089/904ddf36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily buffet breakfast (ZAR 165 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1988100/1988089/9b1b5008.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1988100/1988089/e8de3d2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Chalet | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1988100/1988089/2a80be10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### aha Alpine Heath Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Jagersrust-Hotels-Aha-Alpine-Heath-Resort.h1988089.Hotel-Information)

Jagersrust

8.0/10

Very good

(97)

"Good for a stopover between Gauteng and Natal/coastal region. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Larno

CA $283

CA $326 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 21 - Dec 22

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Jagersrust-Hotels-Aha-Alpine-Heath-Resort.h1988089.Hotel-Information)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/444804bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/7239274b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/871a2f25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1140000/1138000/1137921/c757d63b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Protea Hotel by Marriott Durban Umhlanga

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Durban-Umhlanga.h1137921.Hotel-Information)

Umhlanga

8.6/10

Excellent

(502)

"Brilliant location. Well run hotel. Excellent stay... thank you."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Peter

CA $166

CA $192 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 18 - Dec 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-Durban-Umhlanga.h1137921.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/558300/558209/f4606bf1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, lunch served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/558300/558209/b9d3ad39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/558300/558209/38ea676f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/560000/558300/558209/c864c02d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Spier Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Spier-Hotel.h558209.Hotel-Information)

Stellenbosch

9.2/10

Wonderful

(556)

"Excellent hotel & staff with lovely grounds and facilities. Loved the pool and the delicious breakfast every morning. Great location for exploring the surrounding region. A hotel I’d definitely return to."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Meenal

CA $532

CA $612 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 14 - Dec 15

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Spier-Hotel.h558209.Hotel-Information)

![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4630000/4623700/4623642/6f5b60f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4630000/4623700/4623642/3f3ba8ef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4630000/4623700/4623642/4c77d11f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4630000/4623700/4623642/cc955ab8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Radisson Hotel Cape Town Foreshore

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Cape-Town-Foreshore.h4623642.Hotel-Information)

Cape Town City Centre

8.6/10

Excellent

(985)

"Great spot to shopping areas. Friendly and helpful staff. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Cristina

CA $158

CA $183 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Cape-Town-Foreshore.h4623642.Hotel-Information)

![Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4837100/4837039/ce7e9522.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4837100/4837039/0ed25c69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Suite (B+B)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4837100/4837039/b0159a3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4840000/4837100/4837039/8ccfedc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Rouge on Rose Boutique Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Rouge-On-Rose-Boutique-Hotel.h4837039.Hotel-Information)

Cape Town City Centre

9.8/10

Exceptional

(312)

"Everything was beyond our expectations. The room was very comfortable and the breakfast was amazing! Will definitely stay again if we come back."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Bryan

CA $186

CA $215 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Rouge-On-Rose-Boutique-Hotel.h4837039.Hotel-Information)

![Two Bedroom Villa with Splash Pool | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6800000/6792700/6792618/ebe0564a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Three Bedroom Chalet | Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6800000/6792700/6792618/44311568.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Four Bedroom Villa with Splash Pool | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6800000/6792700/6792618/37855a20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6800000/6792700/6792618/51a966c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Kingdom Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Moses-Kotane-Hotels-The-Kingdom-Resort.h6792618.Hotel-Information)

Moses Kotane

8.6/10

Excellent

(725)

"The grounds are beautiful and the family friendly environment is wonderful."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Dr. Felicia

CA $181

CA $208 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Moses-Kotane-Hotels-The-Kingdom-Resort.h6792618.Hotel-Information)

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## Top South Africa Hotel Reviews

![Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6160000/6159200/6159101/b0b53c1b_y.jpg)

### Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel great shuttle to airport and back very friendly staff"

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Hotel-Verde-Cape-Town-Airport.h6159101.Hotel-Information)

![Taj Cape Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3020000/3016400/3016361/457d7663_y.jpg)

### Taj Cape Town

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service as always"

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Taj-Cape-Town.h3016361.Hotel-Information)

![Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18650000/18644300/18644202/1a4c78a9_y.jpg)

### Radisson RED V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and really nice hotel "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Radisson-RED-Hotel-VA-Waterfront-Cape-Town.h18644202.Hotel-Information)

![City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8403600/8403573/7cfaa0a7_y.jpg)

### City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable and convenient "

[](https://expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-City-Lodge-Hotel-At-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h8403573.Hotel-Information)

![Premier Hotel OR Tambo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3850000/3843900/3843897/3f4075ad_y.jpg)

### Premier Hotel OR Tambo

10/10 Excellent

"Airport shuttle very easy to work."

[](https://expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-Premier-Hotel-OR-Tambo.h3843897.Hotel-Information)

![Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003400/3003373/c1c8158d_y.jpg)

### Protea Hotel by Marriott O.R. Tambo Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, friendly staff, beautiful surroundings good food, and wonderful cocktails by the pool in the afternoon. Right next to the airport, you can actually see the planes. Would come back again."

[](https://expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-Protea-Hotel-By-Marriott-OR-Tambo-Airport.h3003373.Hotel-Information)

![Southern Sun O.R Tambo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/48900/48843/29878d44_y.jpg)

### Southern Sun O.R Tambo

10/10 Excellent

"Yes it was"

[](https://expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-Southern-Sun-OR-Tambo-International-Airport.h48843.Hotel-Information)

![Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1320800/1320739/44189984_y.jpg)

### Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Lagoon-Beach-Hotel-Spa.h1320739.Hotel-Information)

![Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8410000/8404400/8404390/1f0fe700_y.jpg)

### Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Huge rooms and bathrooms, everything was perfect, the sux gentle "

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Road-Lodge-Cape-Town-International-Airport.h8404390.Hotel-Information)