The Best Hotels
with Pool in South Africa

CITRUSDAL. Resort with indoor and outdoor pools. Great views. Offering an outdoor pool and heated indoor pool, Piekenierskloof Mountain Resort is located in Citrusdal within the Cederberg Mountains. It has a children's playground and games room. The modern rooms and suites include a TV with satellite channels. Certain rooms have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. A patio or balcony are featured in certain rooms. The Two-Bedroom chalet offers a lounge and a fully equipped kitchen. Kloof restaurant is open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property and conference facilities for up to 150 guests. Free private parking is available and WiFi is offered in public areas. Massages can also be arranged. You can play mini-golf at this resort, and the area is popular for cycling, bird watching and hiking. Citrusdal Golf Course is within 9 minutes' drive and The Baths is located 21 km away from Piekenierskloof Mountain Resort. Show full description

JOZINI. Indoor and outdoor pools. Jozini Tiger Lodge is situated along the banks of Lake Jozini with views of the Lebombo Mountains. It offers luxurious accommodation and some of the leisure activities available include fishing and game cruises. Guests at Jozini Tiger Lodge & Spacan make use of the gymor enjoy a relaxing massage or steam bath at the Mangwanani Spa. Jozini Lodge is just over 30 minutes’ away by car from the Pongola Game Reserve. Mkuze Game Reserve is 15 minutes' drive from the lodge. The restaurant has panoramic views over the Lake Jozini and serves modern South African cuisine. An airport shuttle service is available from the Mkhuze airstrip upon request and King Shaka International Airport is 312 km away. Facilities at this hotel include swimming pool. Show full description

SECUNDA. Indoor and outdoor pools. Offering free WiFi, Umuzi Lodge is located in Secunda and features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pools and a fitness centre. The property is set 3 km from Sasol Main Gate and 2 km from Graceland Golf course. Lake Umuzi Waterfront is located onsite. All chalets in the hotel are fitted with air conditioning in the main bedroom, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. A buffet breakfast is available every morning at the Boesies' restaurant (on-site). Guests at Umuzi Lodge will be able to enjoy activities in and around Secunda, like cycling and fishing. The property offers car hire and features gardens and barbecue facilities. Mediclinic Highveld is 9 km from the hotel, while Sasol Sports Grounds & Recreation Centre is 3 km away. Show full description

LETSITELE. Resort with indoor and outdoor pools. Located in Letsitele, 1.4 km from Tsonga Open Air Museum, ATKV Eiland Spaprovides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. All rooms feature a kitchen, a TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom. The resort offers an indoor pool, entertainment staff and an ATM. At the resort, each room is fitted with a patio. Guest rooms at ATKV Eiland Spa include air conditioning and a wardrobe. The accommodation offers a children's playground. You can play table tennis and tennis at this 3-star resort, and the area is popular for hiking and fishing. Hans Merensky Nature Reserve is 1.5 km from ATKV Eiland Spa, while Modjadji Nature Reserve is 47 km away. Show full description

UMZUMBE. Outdoor pool. Charming. Opened July 2021. Facing the beachfront, Pumula Beach Hotel offers 3-star accommodation in Umzumbe and features an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre and garden. Featuring a kids' club, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The hotel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Pumula Beach Hotel every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving South African cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. Pumula Beach Hotel offers a children's playground. You can play table tennis, darts, and mini-golf at the hotel. Popular points of interest near Pumula Beach Hotel include Umzumbe Beach, Sharks Bay Beach and Wood Grange Beach. The nearest airport is Margate Airport, 37 km from the accommodation. Show full description

JOHANNESBURG. Luxury Hotel with indoor and outdoor pools. Luxurious. Located in Johannesburg, 2.5 km from Observatory Golf Club, The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. With a bar, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel features an indoor pool, sauna and room service. At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe. Certain rooms include a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. Guest rooms at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving American, local and Asian cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. You can play mini-golf at The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf, and car hire is available. The property has an on-site hot tub, hairdresser's and business centre. Speaking Afrikaans and English at the reception, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Johannesburg Stadium is 4.3 km from the hotel, while Parkview Golf Club is 6.9 km away. The nearest airport is O.R. Tambo International, 21 km from The Houghton Hotel, Spa, Wellness & Golf, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

SIMONDIUM. Boutique hotel with indoor and outdoor pools. Lovely property. This historic Cape Dutch farm has been elegantly renovated and features a garden full of fresh produce used in the restaurant. Babylonstoren also contains a spawith a massage service and Turkish bath. There is an indoor pool as well as an outside pool featuring a sun terrace with views of the mountains. Each of the air-conditioned apartments retains historic details, such as wooden farm doors, fireplaces and thick stone walls. They are also equipped with modern kitchens, designer bathrooms and cable TVs. Free WiFi is provided. A fresh breakfast is provided daily and guests can order a packed lunch to explore the area on a bike, borrowed for free from Babylonstoren. The property also offers tea rituals, available via reservation at a surcharge. Babylonstoren offers free private parking and a shuttle services can be arranged at a surcharge upon request. Cape Town International Airport is 50 km away. Show full description

MAKULEKE CONTRACT PARK. Boutique hotel with rooftop pool. Unique. Situated in Makuleke Contract Park, 10 km from Pafuri Gate, The Outpost & Pel's Post features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. The hotel also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service. All rooms are fitted with a fridge, minibar, a coffee machine, a shower, free toiletries and a desk. Featuring a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer, some units at the hotel also feature a river view. At The Outpost & Pel's Post the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving African, American and French cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. Guests at The Outpost & Pel's Post will be able to enjoy activities in and around Makuleke Contract Park, like hiking. The nearest airport is Louis Trichardt Airport, 201 km from the hotel. Show full description

WINTERTON. Boutique hotel with indoor and outdoor pools. Charming. Opened December 2020. Set in Winterton, 3.1 km from Monks Cowl Country Club, Dragonview Lodge offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers a kids' club, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The accommodation offers an indoor pool. The hotel has a terrace and mountain views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. All guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Dragonview Lodge all rooms have bed linen and towels. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. You can play billiards at Dragonview Lodge, and the area is popular for fishing and cycling. Speaking Afrikaans, English and Zulu, staff at the 24-hour front desk can help you plan your stay. Winterton Museum is 29 km from the hotel, while Spioenkop Nature Reserve is 45 km from the property. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 149 km from Dragonview Lodge. Show full description

WILDERNESS. Boutique hotel with rooftop pool. Trendy. Situated in the heart of the Garden Route, Views Hotel offers luxury suites with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. It features indoor and outdoor pools, and free Wi-Fi access. Views Wellness Emporium offers a full range of beauty treatments, and features a hammam, a sauna and a vitality pool. The guest rooms at Views have ceiling-to-floor windows and are furnished in a modern, eclectic style. All rooms have a balcony, a flat-screen satellite TV, and a private bathroom with under-floor heating. A full English breakfast is provided in Views Restaurant, which serves cuisine made from only the freshest local produce. The restaurant features arguably the best view on the Garden Route – a dramatic Indian Ocean panorama. Guests can relax in the library, and there are plenty of local sites of interest within a short distance of Views. Wilderness National Park is 5 minutes’ walk away, and Mossel Bay less than an hour’s drive. Views Hotel is a mere 20 minutes from George Airport. Free parking is available on-site .  Show full description

PAULPIETERSBURG. Resort with plunge pool. Great value. Set in the scenery of the Bivane River, Gooderson Natal SpaHot Springs Resort offers an outdoor pool with water slides and 2 spa baths. Free private parking is available. The hotel includes a large dining room with a terrace overlooking the garden and pool areas. The spa facilities include a sauna, a plunge pool, 2 steam rooms, a hydrobath and a fully equipped fitness centre. The resort offers spacious rooms with tasteful decor. Each room has a private bathroom and a TV. In-room coffee and tea making facilities are provided. Buffet breakfast is served every morning. For dining options, guests are welcome to visit the on-site restaurant and bar. Activities available for guests include quad biking, squash, tennis, hiking, mountain biking and fishing. Indoors, guests can play snooker, table tennis or darts. Other facilities include a supertube, volleyball and paintball obstacle course on site. Gooderson Natal Spa Hot Springs Resort is situated on the road between Vryheid and Paulpietersburg on the Battlefields Route. Show full description

PRETORIA. Boutique hotel with outdoor pool. Cool. Located across the Menlyn Shopping Centre in Pretoria, Menlyn Boutique Hotel features an outdoor pool, a casual-dining restaurant, massage spaand conference facilities. The centre of Pretoria is a 15-minute drive away. With free WiFi access, the air-conditioned rooms and apartments all come with an electric kettle, a smart TV and some have a balcony. Each has a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Menlyn's in-house restaurant makes for casual-style dining and reservations are advised. Guests can work out in the fully equipped gymwith free access. The hotel’s conference facilities offer state-of-the-art equipment and can accommodate a variety of group sizes, from small, intimate groups to medium sized boardrooms and spaces comfortably holding up to 80. Function and event facilities are available as well. The O.R. Tambo International Airport is 45 km away. Show full description

JOHANNESBURG. Luxury Hotel with outdoor pool. Highly elegant. Featuring luxurious and spacious suites, Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spaincludes a spa and outdoor pool. It is located in Johannesburg’s suburb of Sandhurst and includes 3 restaurants, free WiFi, and free parking. Each room has a balcony overlooking the garden and the pool. Each elegant room at the Saxon Hotel, Villas & Spa incorporates African art. They also include a satellite TV. The dining areas include Qunu and The Terrace. Guests can relax and enjoy the massages at the spa. A steam room and a fitness centre are also available. The Saxon is located 5 km from Sandton’s city centre and 10 km from the Rosebank Mall. Johannesburg International Airport is 40.5 km away and Lanseria International Airport is 29 km away. The Gautrain high speed train runs from OR Tambo International Airport to Sandton Gautrain Station, a transfer can be pre-booked with the hotel for collection at the Sandton Gautrain Station. Show full description

PRETORIA. Boutique hotel with outdoor pool. Beautiful. Set in Pretoria and with University of Pretoria reachable within 18 km, MINT Resorts The Blyde features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. Among the various facilities of this property are a bar, water sports facilities and a private beach area. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, evening entertainment and room service. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Some rooms also offer a kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. At MINT Resorts The Blyde all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. An à la carte, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available every morning at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving African, Brazilian and Cambodian cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested. Guests at MINT Resorts The Blyde will be able to enjoy activities in and around Pretoria, like canoeing. Speaking Afrikaans, English, Xhosa and Zulu, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical information on the area at the 24-hour front desk. Pretoria Country Club is 19 km from the hotel, while Union Buildings is 19 km from the property. The nearest airport is Wonderboom Airport, 30 km from MINT Resorts The Blyde. Show full description

MAGALIESBURG. Luxury Hotel with indoor and outdoor pools. Located at the top of Magaliesburg, Mount Grace Hotel & Spaoffers panoramic views of Magaliesburg Mountains. This country style hotel features an outdoor pool and lush gardens. For relaxation, The Mount Grace Spa offers a floatation pool, steam room, outdoor hot tub and reflexology walkway. The rooms reflect modern and contemporary decor. Each is equipped with a flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning and en-suite bathroom with heated towel rails. A full buffet breakfast is served daily at Twist Restaurant. À la carte specialities prepared with organic vegetables and free-range meat are served in the evening at Rambling Vine. For mountain bike and trail running enthusiasts, The Cog & Sprocket, is the hotel's mountain bike activity centre, offering a access to tracks and a wide range of facilities. Massage treatments are offered and should be booked at least 48 hours in advance. The hotel also has a kids club, catering for all ages over weekends, long weekends and school holidays. Johannesburg and Pretoria are within a 1-hour drive. Free private parking is available at Mount Grace Hotel & Spa. Show full description

POTCHEFSTROOM. Boutique hotel with indoor and outdoor pools. Luxurious. The Feather Hill Boutique Hotel has a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Potchefstroom. Among the facilities at this property are a concierge service and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property features a year-round outdoor pool, indoor pool, sauna and garden. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Some rooms will provide you with a kitchenette with a microwave. At The Feather Hill Boutique Hotel every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. Potchefstroom Country Club is 11 km from the accommodation, while Abe Bailey Nature Reserve is 50 km away. The nearest airport is Lanseria International Airport, 137 km from The Feather Hill Boutique Hotel. Show full description

CAPE TOWN. Boutique hotel with outdoor pool. Hip. Located in Sea Point in Cape Town, The Glen Boutique Hotel & Spaoffers luxurious rooms and free Wi-Fi. The hotel features an outdoor pool with sun loungers and spa facilities. Some rooms overlook the pool or have a balcony with views of the mountains or the Atlantic Ocean. In the day time food can be enjoyed at the poolside or terrace, dinner can be enjoyed at the terrace overlooking the swimming pool or at the restaurant. This hotel offers stylish rooms with modern furniture and a satellite TV. All rooms have private bathrooms equipped with double volume showers. Guests can enjoy or breakfast buffet, and an á la carte menu for a complementary warm breakfast item. We offer informal lunch and dining. A good selection of fresh juices, teas and coffee's is available throughout the day. The hotel’s spa offers a variety of massage treatments, a spacious steam room, a traditional Swedish sauna, and a hot tub. Cape Town International Airport is only 20 km from The Glen, and the hotel offers free private parking on site. An airport shuttle service is available on request. Show full description

LANGEBAAN. Small hotel with outdoor pool. Comfortable beds. Windtown, a resort situated in Langebaan along the West Coast, features a water sports centre providing SUP boards and kite surfing equipment rentals and lessons. Each air-conditioned room has a pool view. The beach is located 150 metres from the property where guests can enjoy a variety of water sports or they can relax around the pool at the resort. It comes equipped with a TV and the private bathroom has a shower and free toiletries. The TVs come equipped with satellite limited channels and you can also use a HDMI & USB if you want to view your own programs. Breeze Restaurant serves healthy and natural food including local delicacies in a relaxed atmosphere. A number of restaurants serving a range of cuisines can be found within 1 km from Windtown. The spaoffers guests relaxing massages and beauty treatments. Free Wi-Fi and private parking is available. Cape Town is 126 km from the property and the Cape Town International Airport is a 1-hour and 30-minute drive away. Show full description

MONTAGU. Resort with indoor and outdoor pools. Avalon Springs offers rooms with free WiFi in Montagu, ideally set a few steps from the resort. The property is close to Montagu Springs and Montagu Winery. Guests can enjoy mountain views. At Avalon Springs, the rooms are fitted with a desk, a TV and a private bathroom. The accommodation provides certain units that include a balcony, and the rooms include a kettle. All units at Avalon Springs have air conditioning and a wardrobe. Guests at the resort can enjoy a buffet breakfast. At Avalon Springs guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot spring bath and a hot tub. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Montagu, like hiking. Staff are available to help at the 24-hour front desk. Hick's Art Gallery is 4.2 km from Avalon Springs, while Montagu Museum is 1.1 km from the property. Montagu Golf Club is 1.6 km away and the nearest airport, Cape Town International Airport, is 187 km away. Facilities at this hotel include swimming pool. Show full description

FRANSCHHOEK. Boutique hotel with outdoor pool. Delightful property. Just 300 metres from the Franschhoek monument, in the heart of the Franschhoek Wine Valley, Akademie Street Boutique Hotel offers luxurious suites and traditional cottages, some with their own private swimming pools. All of the accommodation at Akademie Street is set in lush gardens and many have views of the mountains of the Cape Winelands. Gelatenheid Oortuiging and Vreugde each have their own sun-kissed swimming pool and shady, private garden. Uitsig and Twyfeling share a large, heated pool and garden. Each suite or cottage has its own theme and the property boasts with wood fired hot tubs and fragrant landscaped gardens. The fourth building, Uitsig is a separate, large, luxurious upstairs suite with balcony and lovely views. The fifth building, Twyfeling is a gracious Cape Dutch style house with large living rooms and two large bedroom suites. A full English breakfast is served each morning and the hotel’s concierge desk is open 24/7 to help you with restaurants, wine tours, hikes and advice on what to see and do. Akademie Street Boutique Hotel is just 30 minutes drive from Stellenbosch and hour from Cape Town. Show full description