Title: 10 Best South Africa Luxury Resorts & Hotels for 2025 | Expedia.ca

  

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## Top Cities in South Africa

![Victoria and Alfred Waterfront which includes a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/197000/197898-Cape-Town.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Cape Town

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d6046820-tLuxuryHotel.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

[](https://expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d6051471-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![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

[](https://expedia.ca/Durban-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d1073-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Nelspruit showing a small town or village and shopping](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/61000/61122-Nelspruit.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Mbombela

[](https://expedia.ca/Mbombela-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d2575-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![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-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d2824-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Knysna Quays](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/198000/198298-Knysna.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Knysna

[](https://expedia.ca/Knysna-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d601501-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![Santos Beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/198000/198354-Mossel-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Mossel Bay

[](https://expedia.ca/Mossel-Bay-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d6034482-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)

![](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/23031cc64608d0f67c1a63dc9beac17f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium)

#### Bloemfontein

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## Top South Africa Luxury Hotels

![Reception hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2811200/2811153/w654h1014x4y4-f79c927d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2811200/2811153/w650h557x0y4-43d5a1d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2811200/2811153/2f659df4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2811200/2811153/8358a132.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Monarch Hotel

Rosebank

9.8/10

Exceptional

(205)

"What a Gem hidden in the heart of Johannesburg! "

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

Dimitri

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-Monarch-Hotel.h2811153.Hotel-Information)

![Couples treatment rooms, sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4860000/4850400/4850353/44c07c28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4860000/4850400/4850353/b2325026.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Room, 1 King Bed | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4860000/4850400/4850353/0ab6dc3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4860000/4850400/4850353/eb7ad2ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Residence Boutique Hotel

Houghton Estate

9.8/10

Exceptional

(296)

"excellent property which met all our needs "

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

melanie

CA $400

CA $464 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-The-Residence-Boutique-Hotel.h4850353.Hotel-Information)

![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2940000/2939964/1e4d1beb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Presidential Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2940000/2939964/c77c2e8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Luxury Sea Facing Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2940000/2939964/0dc949d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Presidential Suite | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2940000/2940000/2939964/063eb474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Oyster Box

Umhlanga

9.6/10

Exceptional

(299)

"Despite a dismal booking and check-in experience the rest of the stay was wonderful. Direct feedback with the booking and front desk team has been shared but no attempt at amends were made. "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Michelle

CA $591

CA $692 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-The-Oyster-Box.h2939964.Hotel-Information)

![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/380000/375700/375613/5ac5f169.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sports facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/380000/375700/375613/9538d7ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Mountain view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/380000/375700/375613/f4a0c4a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/380000/375700/375613/199d16b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Intercontinental Table Bay Cape Town by IHG

Victoria and Alfred Waterfront

9.2/10

Wonderful

(800)

"Beautiful hotel in a great location. "

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

Ray

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Intercontinental-Table-Bay-Cape-Town-By-IHG.h375613.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1981600/1981542/ca9791cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1981600/1981542/61f0b09f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1981600/1981542/5e5083b7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea Facing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1990000/1981600/1981542/ebbb5bff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cape Royale Luxury Suites

Green Point

9.0/10

Wonderful

(534)

"Se condicionado só desliga na chave geral Seria melhor poder desligar por cômodo Assim quem quer liga"

![Brazil](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/br.svg)

Anonymous traveller

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Cape-Royale-Luxury-Suites.h1981542.Hotel-Information)

![Indoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/664600/664568/aae9ba04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/664600/664568/b95d949a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/664600/664568/75d798e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily full breakfast (ZAR 320 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/664600/664568/f56041e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### InterContinental Johannesburg O.R Tambo Airport by IHG

O.R. Tambo

9.4/10

Exceptional

(1011)

"the people were absolutely fablulous as was the hotel. Rooms were a bit small, but saving that, a wonderful stay."

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

michael

CA $404

CA $538 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 2 - Dec 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-InterContinental-Johannesburg-OR-Tambo-Airport.h664568.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994800/2994790/d26d4d37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994800/2994790/3f846531.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Tapas bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994800/2994790/e4ca28d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Room (Balcony) | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/3000000/2994800/2994790/5ddb7f72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Davinci Hotel And Suites On Nelson Mandela Square

Sandton

9.2/10

Wonderful

(725)

"I thought the Da Vinci is a nice place, offering very good value THE absolute differentiation is the quality of the people across all aspects of the hotel - they are superb "

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

David

CA $234

CA $273 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-Davinci-Hotel-And-Suites-On-Nelson-Mandela-Square.h2994790.Hotel-Information)

![Penthouse, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915100/e86e8c1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915100/44c62376.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915100/aa92892a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Daily buffet breakfast (ZAR 280 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/915100/915100/923f3737.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### African Pride Melrose Arch Hotel, Autograph Collection

Birnam

9.2/10

Wonderful

(424)

"Hotel has excellent staff and the breakfast is superb"

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

Patricia

CA $216

CA $251 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Johannesburg-Hotels-African-Pride-Melrose-Arch-Hotel.h915100.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor banquet area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9860000/9852300/9852284/95118ede.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9860000/9852300/9852284/f093a5d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9860000/9852300/9852284/ff600652.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily cooked-to-order breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9860000/9852300/9852284/5e5b80d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Forest Manor Boutique Guesthouse

Umhlanga

9.4/10

Exceptional

(100)

"What a lovely guesthouse. Host and staff were excellent. Our room was clean and spacious. Great breakfast, easy access to all restaurants and shops. We will return on our next visit to South Africa"

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

Peter

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Umhlanga-Hotels-Forest-Manor-Boutique-Guesthouse.h9852284.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2475500/2475421/cc277a68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premier House, 6 Bedrooms, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2475500/2475421/7869c9a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2475500/2475421/27402696.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2480000/2475500/2475421/bea57fa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### St James Guesthouses

Kalk Bay

9.8/10

Exceptional

(100)

"This manor is a spectacular gem. Safe , luxurious and very traditional.. Staff were amazing and hotel is a must! We loved it!!"

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Diana

CA $320

CA $372 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-St-James-Manor.h2475421.Hotel-Information)

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## Top South Africa Hotel Reviews

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

### City Lodge Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport

10/10 Excellent

"The staff is excellent and they sang as a choir at breakfast and it was beautiful "

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

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

### Hotel Verde Cape Town Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Good basic room but a very strange layout with shower not in separate room. Airport shuttle on time. Restaurant horrible for dinner. Bad food and service."

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

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

### Premier Hotel OR Tambo

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, convenient shuttle times and the buffet was amazing "

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

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

### Taj Cape Town

10/10 Excellent

"Warm welcome from Taylor, who was extremely helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Food was good and spa facilities excellent. "

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

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

### Road Lodge Cape Town International Airport

10/10 Excellent

"We checked in quite late after a flight. The evening staff were amazing. So friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back. "

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

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

### Lagoon Beach Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The balcony was scenic! "

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

"Close to JNB, frequent shuttles with friendly drivers. "

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

![The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28830000/28825200/28825118/b0c14ae3_y.jpg)

### The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK

10/10 Excellent

"Overall, I truly enjoyed my time at this property. The staff was friendly, attentive, and very helpful. They always made me feel welcomed and were very helpful. The room was phenomenal too - especially my view of table mountain. This place was well worth the money!"

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-The-Onyx-Apartment-Hotel.h28825118.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Sky Cape Town](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63500000/63494700/63494685/b04f17c4_y.jpg)

### Hotel Sky Cape Town

10/10 Excellent

"This property was a nice location to stay."

[](https://expedia.ca/Cape-Town-Hotels-Hotel-Sky-Cape-Town.h63494685.Hotel-Information)