Top 10 Luxury Hotels in Africa: Holiday Guide Magazine, Dubai

Based on feedback from our editors, travel writers, journalists and travellers from the Middle East, the Holiday Guide magazine has compiled a list of top luxury hotels in Africa to help tourists from the Middle East choose the perfect destination for their next holiday.

 

Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp

The award-winning Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp and private Bush Villa are located in the famous ‘seventh’ natural wonder of the world, the Maasai Mara in Kenya. Offering a bespoke safari experience, it’s owned and managed by the oldest established and continuing safari family in Africa.

Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp has its own 7608-acre private conservancy and is situated one kilometre from the famous ‘seventh’ natural wonder of the world, the Maasai Mara in Kenya and the Tanzania Serengeti game reserve. Owned and managed by the oldest established and continuing safari family in Africa it extends an era of luxury and quality and returns to the original spirit and essence of ‘safari’.

The Cottar family provide genuinely stunning wildlife and wilderness experiences, engaging in the original spirit and essence of ‘safari’: an abundance of wildlife, a guarantee of privacy, and the highest standards of professional guiding, in a luxurious and authentic safari environment.

Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp provides the romance of safari under cream canvas tents, the style of the bygone era of the twenties, while at the same time supplying the amenities required by today’s modern world travellers and professional guides whose qualifications are the highest in Africa. Offering an abundance of wildlife, a guarantee of privacy, and the highest standards of professional guiding in a luxurious and authentic camping environment.

Olare Mara Kempinski Masai Mara

Nestled at the heart of its own private conservancy, the Olare Mara Kempinski Masai Mara promises all the luxury whilst delivering a classic under-canvas safari experience.

Surrounded by rolling savannah, across which wanders a glorious pageant of wildlife, this exclusive tented camp blends the welcome, simplicity and vibrancy of Masai culture with the opulence of a five-star experience. Featuring twelve tents, a central lounge and dining area, a tented bar set deep within a forested glade and a shaded swimming pool, the Olare Mara Kempinski Masai Mara delivers the ultimate fusion of untamed wilderness and sophisticated elegance. Meanwhile, action includes campfire cocktails, sundowners on the plains, game drives, guided walks, balloon safaris, horse-riding and a colourful range of cultural interaction.

Constance Belle Mare Plage

Soft white sand, blue sky dotted with white clouds and turquoise lagoon which beckons long soaks…

Stylishly renovated Constance Belle Mare Plage offers comfortable accommodations in a lively and cosy atmosphere, choose from one of the 104 Prestige Rooms, 149 Junior Suites, 6 Deluxe Suites, 18 distinctive Villas or the Presidential Villa for a top-notch island holiday.

Whether it’s relaxing on the beach or at one of the trendy bars, working out at the gym, pampering at the spa or enjoying water sports, Constance Belle Mare Plage is for a True break!

Seven distinctive restaurants and six hip bars situated at prime locations await you.

And if you are staying with your kids, you will be thrilled to know that they will be having their share of adventures and fun too, at the Constance Kids Club.

LUX* Grand Gaube, Mauritius

LUX* Grand Gaube luxury hotel in located in Grand Gaube, Mauritius and overlooks the triple-bay beaches, lagoon and spectacular north islets. It exuberates a romantic atmosphere and its rooms all enjoy incredible views of the ocean. Other highlights include its proximity to the vibrant seaside village of Grand Baie, three swimming pools and access to a world-class golf course nearby.

You’ll find an abundance of places to relax from your generously proportioned room to several beaches and pools or a bean bag strewn lawn. There is also plenty to tempt you from your sunlounger – a seaplane tour, golf driving range, tennis academy, tailored spa treatments, sunset sommelier service, private cinema and unique dining options all make this resort stand out.

Ocean Village Club, Kenya

Set on Diani Beach in Ukunda, Kenya, along the Indian Ocean, this upscale, adults-only hotel with tropical foliage is 8 km from Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest and 47 km from Moi International Airport.

Breezy rooms come with mosquito nets, safes and shaded verandas. Upgraded rooms and 2-bedroom suites add lounge areas, flat-screen TVs, minifridges, ocean views and/or tea and coffeemaking facilities.

Amenities include a spa, an outdoor pool, a tennis court and a fitness centre, as well as a refined thatched-roof restaurant and a poolside bar. An airport shuttle, breakfast and Wi-Fi are available. Water sports and safaris can be arranged. Minimum-stay rules apply.

The new Grand Luxe Tropical rooms have been built around the natural amphitheater created by the indigenous forest by the Indian Ocean shoreline.

Breezes Beach Club, Zanzibar

Set in refined bungalows, this genteel resort on white-sand Bwejuu Beach along the Indian Ocean is 5 km from the town of Bwejuu.

Subdued colonial-style rooms feature terraces, sofas, mosquito nets and safes, plus minifridges and Wi-Fi access (fee). Suites add furnished balconies, ocean views and covered outdoor lounges.

There are 4 dining options, including a beachfront eatery and a private gazebo overlooking the ocean, as well as 3 bars and a cafe. Other amenities include an open-air lounge with a thatched roof and an outdoor pool surrounded by palm trees, plus a luxe spa, a gym, and a dive centre.

Famous for its attention to detail, intimate and private dining, its beautiful Zanzibari decor with stunning carving, glistening brass and rich fabrics creates an elegant and unique atmosphere. 

Breezes lies along a pristine and untouched beach on the South East coast of Zanzibar island, which is the most quiet and untouched part of the Island. For centuries the island of Zanzibar has evoked a mystical and magical dream.

LUX* Le Morne Hotel, Mauritius

LUX* Le Morne, a 5-star hotel in Mauritius located in the southwest of the island, is sheltered by the Le Morne Brabant peak, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site. Flanked by the rugged, majestic Le Morne mountain on one side and miles of sandy beaches on the other, LUX* Le Morne is set on one of Mauritius’ most attractive lagoon-facing spots. Circled by sheltered coves and sparkling aqua-blue waters, this unique part of Mauritius is known for its spectacular sunsets.

Cape Grace Hotel, South Africa

Situated on a private quay between Cape Town’s bustling V&A Waterfront and the tranquil yacht marina, there is no better position from where to soak in the natural beauty of Cape Town than staying a luxurious stay at the famous Cape Grace Hotel.

The elegant and warm atmosphere, evident in every fine detail, begins at the welcoming reception lounge and extends to the spacious harbour and mountain-facing rooms.

Stories of the Cape’s colourful past present themselves in the exquisite furniture, rare fabrics, intriguing artefacts and original antiques. Local paintings and sculptures lend a contemporary flair to the hotel’s décor and feel, while fresh displays of Proteas that hint at the wonder of its natural botanical kingdom enrich each room.

Enjoy a tailor-made experience that includes sumptuous tasting menus, pairings, luxurious spa treatments, and indulgent Afternoon Teas – all thoughtfully created to enhance your journey in the Cape area.

Oyster Box Hotel, South Africa

Standing majestically on Umhlanga’s beachfront just 15 minutes from the airport, overlooking the Indian Ocean and the iconic lighthouse, Oyster Box is South Africa’s most cherished hotel and a national treasure.

Discover timeless elegance and enjoy a multitude of dining options, including the famous curry feast and High Tea, and indulge in the hotel’s award-winning spa amid tropical gardens.

Constance Prince Maurice, Mauritius

Romantic hideaway, stunning architectural design, luxurious setting;  choose from one of the 64 Junior suites, 12 Family suites, 12 Villas or the lavish Princely Villa at Constance Prince Maurice.

Designed by architectural mastermind Jean Marc Eynaud and designer David Edwards, Constance Prince Maurice is where style, space and architectural designs create the perfect hotel lifestyle.

Peaceful by day, the hotel is amidst lush tropical greenery. Our infinity pool and natural reserves add to the décor by instilling a sense of tranquillity.

Picturesque at night, the structure of the hotel is enhanced by warm lights positioned to harmonise with the environment.