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Hemingways Watamu

Hemingways Watamu

Watamu Beach

This lovely boutique hotel sits along the pristine white sands of Watamu Beach. It’s about 120 km from Mombasa and around 25 km to Malindi, which is where the closest airport it. This elegant hotel seamlessly blends modern comfort with the natural beauty of its surroundings. With a history dating back to the 1980s, the hotel is named after the famous American author Ernest Hemingway, who was an avid adventurer and big-game fisherman.
The hotel offers a range of accommodation options, from spacious, ocean-facing rooms to luxurious private residences. Each room is designed with a traditional Swahili theme and private balconies allow you to soak in the breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean and the lush tropical gardens.

There’s a swimming pool, a choice of restaurants, a bar, a spa, and big game fishing can be organised, as well as exploring the nearby Watamu Marine National Park, which is claimed to be one of the best snorkelling and diving spots in the world. The hotel manages to blend comfort, and adventure, making it an ideal destination for travellers seeking a relaxing retreat in one of Kenya's most beautiful coastal locations.

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Amenities

Activities, Bar, Beach, Diving, Resort, Restaurant, Spa, Swimming Pool

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Situated in Oranjezicht, this stylish boutique hotel has been created from a number of heritage buildings. With just 18 rooms it's has a small and friendly feeling that makes it a popular choice with travellers from far and wide. You're just a 15-20 minute walk away from the vibrant nightlife of Kloof Street and the central location means that many of the city sights are literally on your doorstep. A few minutes taxi ride will take you further afield to the sparkling beaches of Sea Point, Camps Bay, the Waterfront or to the cable car station to explore Table Mountain. Bedrooms are spacious and have air-conditioning, fridge, coffee maker, television and free Wi-Fi available throughout. There's also a small swimming pool, sundeck, roof terrace, lounge and bar. 

The Three Boutique Hotel

Cape Town

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The hotel is situated on Thesen Island and is a clever reinvention of a former power station. Throughout the hotel, you'll find reminders of its past, and clever use of architecture and design has transformed the building into a very comfortable place to stay.  There is a cafe and bar, swimming pool, spa, a gym close by, parking and of course, there are plenty of things to do in the surrounding area including boat trips, nature reserves, nature walks and much more besides. A sunset cruise is not to be missed and if you're in the right season whale watching can also be arranged.  The bright and comfortable rooms are all air-conditioned and have a balcony/deck, WiFi, minibar and television.

The Turbine Hotel

Knysna

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Set right on the promenade in Sea Point, this beautiful old hotel is something of a local landmark. This splendid 1920's Cape Dutch building sits between the mountains and the sea. The terrace is the ideal please to sit with a coffee, or something stronger, and watch the world go by and enjoy the vibrant beach scene which is right in front of the hotel.  There's an excellent restaurant and popular courtyard bar, there's also a beautiful spa which is very welcome after a busy day shopping or sightseeing. The rooms all have air conditioning, television, minibar and safe, loft rooms overlook the courtyard or table mountain and classic rooms are equally spacious although do not have a view of the sea.

The Winchester Hotel

Sea Point (Cape Town)

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How our Tent Ratings work

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These are based on our personal experience of the hotel, camp or lodge and should not be compared against ratings you find elsewhere. We intend to guide you and don’t be put off by a low tent rating as some of our favourites fall into the 2 and 3-tent categories.​

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It is also important to bear in mind that standards vary from country to country and a 4-tent hotel in South Africa cannot be compared with a 4-tent hotel in another part of the world. 

To summarise our grading system, we have considered the following.

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High in both quality and luxury of experience, and property must have ‘wowed’ us on many levels.

This is our benchmark for excellent service and experience, location and /or activities. 

Good relative value, excellent location and/or experience, and offering an ideal base for exploring the area.

Budget-focused stopover property, sometimes it’s the ideal location on a driving itinerary.

Don’t be put off, these stays are comfortable and a perfect pit stop on a journey where the choices may be limited. 

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