Lulu has searched high and low for the best in boutique hotels in South Africa and found some real gems, from romantic countryside villas and the most stylish of urban hotels, to stunning luxury safari retreats.

All of the Chic Retreats boutique hotels in South Africa have been hand-selected with an eye for great service, individuality, charm, design and luxury and you are guaranteed an unforgettable experience in each and every one. So browse our fabulous selection from boutique hotels in Cape Town and stunning countryside manor houses in the Cape Winelands to safari retreats in Kruger National Park and find your perfect Chic Retreat.

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La Residence - Cape Winelands, South Africa

Country Chic Retreats

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a stunning honeymoon suite crowns this romantic hideaway

La Residence is the smartest, chicest and most luxurious boutique hotel in Franschhoek. Marble beds, exquisite art, an infinity pool, fantastic service, sumptuous bathrooms..the list is endless.

5% off room rate
per room per night  ZAR 8200
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Royal Malewane - Kruger National Park, South Africa

Safari Chic Retreats

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Colonial splendour next to the Kruger National Park

The smallest of the Royal Portfolio properties, the Royal Malewane is one of Africa's most luxurious wildlife lodges, renowned for providing the pinnacle of luxury Big-5 game viewing.

5% off room rate
per night  ZAR 11250
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Sugar Hotel and Spa - Cape Town, South Africa

City Chic Retreats

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a small hotel that has it all

Sugar Hotel is a sleek, chic, boutique hotel perfectly located near the V & A Waterfront, walking distance of shops, restaurants and the city centre. This hip hotel has everything; pool, spa, restaurant and 7 gorgeous rooms.

5% off room rate

R200 spa voucher

per night  ZAR 1350
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The Peech Hotel - Johannesburg, South Africa

City Chic Retreats

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a small private boutique hotel experience in Jo’burg

The Peech is a small, chic boutique hotel with a great restaurant and a team of excellent staff. With just 16 contemporary rooms guests are looked after beautifully and can take either relax by the pool, explore the area or visit the nearby gym.

5% off room rate
per night  ZAR 1750
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Ulusaba Private Game Reserve - Kruger National Park, South Africa

Safari Chic Retreats

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one of the best family safari holidays available

Ulusaba Private Game Reserve is a child-friendly luxury safari retreat near Kruger National Park in the Sabi Sands Game Reserve. Spot the Big Five before returning to the luxurious lodges for a spa treatment and great cuisine.

Fruit bowl, nuts and snacks in the room & room upgrade (subject to availability)

per person per night fullboard  ZAR 4750
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Villa Afrikana - Garden Route, South Africa

Mini Chic Retreats

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a re-charging stop on a 'garden route' tour

Villa Afrikana is a small boutique hotel in the Western Cape offering far-reaching views over the famous Knysna Heads and lagoon. The minimalist contemporary interiors create a cool ambience while outside guests can relax by the pool.

A 10% discount on room rates for stays of 3 nights or more.

A welcome drink and room upgrade (subject to availability).

per suite per night  ZAR 1360
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