Top-Rated Hotels in South Africa

Located 12 mi from Cape Town, the elegant Steenberg Hotel & Spa offers a unique experience of heritage, fine wine and excellent cuisine. The hotel has a spa center and hosts a championship golf course. The air-conditioned rooms feature an electric kettle, TV with satellite channels and shower. Further facilities include a hairdryer, slippers and free toiletries. Guests can enjoy the fine-dining at Tryn Restaurant or trendy bistro fare at winery restaurant Bistro Sixteen82. Alternatively, guests can try the award-winning wines at the Steenberg Winery. The hotel offers a free shuttle service within 3.1 mi radius and airport shuttles can be arranged for a surcharge. The hotel, nestling at the foot of the Stone Mountain, is surrounded by pristine vineyards. The buildings, dating back to 1682, have been restored to their former glory and are national monuments.

- "Awesome!!" - "The place is a Gem" - "Excellent customer servicex beautiful estate" - "I will definitely stay again." - "BEYOND MY EXPECTATIONS" - "All what we expected, coming back soon" - "Great!!" - "Highly recommend this stunning hotel, we can’t wait to return to this very special place." - "Great property for golfing or otherwise" - "Out of this world, exceptional" - "5 star + in everything we will be definitely going back a very special place to stay"

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
This hotel features 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free valet parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a poolside bar are onsite.
One&Only Cape Town offers 131 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars (stocked with some free items). Rooms open to balconies. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and espresso makers are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This Cape Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "It is one of the best hotels in CT and it gets pretty busy during conferences. " - "We like everything about this hotel... the location, the staff, the accommodation, the dining, the service... all were world class" - "The most amazing customer service I have ever received! Everyone from the front door, the concierge staff to the wait staff! Beautiful property and perfectly appointed rooms! Loved the One and Only..:so aptly named!"

Strandloper Ocean Boutique Hotel offers panoramic views of Paternoster Bay from its restaurant. It offers 5-star, eco-friendly accommodations with air conditioning and solar heating. All rooms and suites have low-energy appliances are furnished in natural tones with organic attributes like hand made stone baths and basins. Each room type has free WiFi, Nespresso Coffee machine, satellite TV and a DVD player. The suites come with a fireplace. Leeto Restaurant serves authentic West Coast cuisine with an innovative twist using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Local activities include swimming, kite surfing and horse riding. All can be arranged by the 24-hour reception on duty. Cape Town International Airport is 99 mi away.

- "One of my favourite hotels ever" - "Love this hotel and have returned." - "A perfect couple of days in a stunning hotel" - "Excellent stay, will be back again." - "So comfortable and the food delicious" - "Food superb." - "Wonderful stay" - "A trip to remember for long"

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Along with 2 restaurants, this hotel has 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include 2 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness center, and a poolside bar.
Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg offers 80 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Premium satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary newspapers. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Room was lovely, staff were lovely, area was lovely and the buffet breakfast was extraordinary. Highly recommend." - "Absolutely stunning hotel, exceptional food and amazing service. The staff are amazing " - "Great service and friendly staff!" - "We had a lovely stay at the Four Seasons Hotel Westcliff. It’s great coming back here and we appreciated the upgrade." - "One of the best Hotels in Johannesburg. Staff were extremely helpful and very courteous. Food was very good and breakfast was amazing. Views of the city from the hotel are amazing. Definitely recommend."

17 miles from Boschenmeer Golf Course, Le Petit Manoir Boutique Hotel is a recently renovated 5-star guest house in Franschhoek, featuring rooms with free Wifi and outdoor swimming pool. Wellness packages and a bicycle rental service are available for guests. There's free private parking, and the property features a paid airport shuttle service. At the guest house, every unit is equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes, and slippers. A minibar is also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the guest house, units include bed linen and towels. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries, and champagne are available. There is a coffee shop, and a mini-market is also available. Guests can also relax on the sun terrace. Stellenbosch University is 19 miles from the guest house, while Jonkershoek Nature Reserve is 22 miles from the property. Cape Town International Airport is 39 miles away.

- "It was a very comfortable, lovely stay. Perfect in every way!" - "Exquisite boutique hotel in heart of Franschhoek" - "Fabulous!" - "Excellent stay, good food, compliments to Frank and his team" - "Perfect for our 48 hour stay in Franschhoek ." - "Great location fabulous deli highly recommend" - "Amazing hotel in a great location!" - "Perfect hotel" - "Great boutique hotel in the centre of Franschhoek, great for exploring the area."

Suburban hotel with 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa
3 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a restaurant are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are onsite.
The Residence Boutique Hotel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

- "A home-away-from-home in Johannesburg. A beautiful property that will surely impress any traveller. Good bar/restaurant, nice outdoor pool, little boutique shop and awesome spa." - "A home away from home in Johannesburg." - "Very friendly and professional staff. Eager to accommodate your wishes. Dining room is excellent with no innovative menu well executed. " - "A wonderful hidden Gem. Fully recommended " - "From the moment we arrived the staff we amazing. We have continued to get nice little surprises the whole time. Spa and onsite dining is also amazing. A perfect stay. "

The Thatch House Boutique Hotel, Hermanus is located on the banks of the Kleinriver Lagoon. This boutique hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a tennis court. The spacious and elegant suites at The Thatch House offer lagoon, garden or mountain view. They have a seating area and include a luxurious bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Breakfast is served every morning at the property or in the privacy of your room. Light lunches, picnics, dinners, barbecues or wine tastings can be arranged. Guests can cruise or paddle the lagoon on a boat, enjoy a hike, a massage or simply admire the views from across the expansive garden down to the lagoon. There are a jungle gym for kids to explore. Grotto Beach is 3.7 mi away while the center of Hermanus can be reached within 15 minutes' drive.

- "Perfect" - "Hidden gem off the highway - perfect getaway!" - "I will 100% be back." - "Bliss to unwind!" - "The best place to relax and enjoy" - "Fantastic Stay ! We will come back 😊"

Waterfront hotel with a rooftop terrace and spa services
An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a rooftop terrace are available at this hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include spa services, concierge services, and dry cleaning.
Zest Boutique Hotel offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 30-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels.

Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "What a lovely hotel. The staff could not have been friendlier and we received a very warm welcome. Breakfast was wonderful and the rooms large and very clean. We loved it and will definitely be back. " - "Clean, friendly, nothing too much trouble" - "Wonderful stay at Zest! Great hotel, great room, great breakfast. Staff were lovely - hospitable, welcoming and very helpful. Would happily stay again :-)" - "Great little boutique hotel! Clean, modern, lots of great little extras! Lovely and helpful staff.! Would highly recommend and would definitely stay here again !! "

Offering sweeping views over the Mpumalanga Lowveld Valley, this 5-star guest house offers a fine-dining restaurant, a pool in the gardens and individually decorated suites with a fireplace. All suites at Highgrove House Country Hotel, Restaurant, Farm & Spa feature overhead fans, a seating area and views of the valley or forests. Modern amenities include a CD player and free Wi-Fi, and some suites have a private garden with pool. Guests can begin their day with an al fresco breakfast in the Victorian gazebo. During dinner, the Highgrove’s restaurant offers candle-lit meals accompanied by local wine. Highgrove’s spa and wellness center includes a sauna and massage rooms. Tour desk staff can schedule a trip to the nearby game reserve, or provide information on the area’s scenic Panorama Route. Kruger National Park and the Lion Sands Reserve are less than 6.2 miles’ drive from the hotel. Private parking is free.

- "Super attentive staff that made you feel like royalty. Food was second to known. Highly recommended." - "We will be back soon" - "Perfect place for short getaway. We will be regulars." - "One of the nicest places we have stayed at, all down to quality of place and fantastic staff" - "The property provided a great opportunity to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings and to relax away from the exhaust" - "We had a wonderful stay. Definitely coming back"

Luxury hotel with an outdoor pool and a bar
An outdoor pool, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and dry cleaning.
One Marine Drive Boutique Hotel offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. 40-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Outstanding experience, brilliant staff, friendly and helpful. Thoroughly recommend this hotel." - "Beautiful, large, airy new rooms. Wonderfully hospitable staff. Attentive to your needs in advance of your arrival. This property is right by the cliff walk where you can watch for whales. You can grab an afternoon bite and cocktails at a popular bar bayside across the street. Center of town is about 1/2 mile away. " - "Lovely modern boutique hotel, worth getting a superior room for the view. Great location right by the cliff path. "

Set against views of the picturesque Franschhoek Valley, only 1 hour by car from Cape Town, Mont Rochelle Hotel and Vineyard is a tranquil retreat featuring a gym, hot tub and outdoor swimming pool. There are 2 restaurants at Mont Rochelle Hotel and Vineyard; guests can either dine al fresco at the informal Country Kitchen or enjoy gourmet meals at Miko, the main restaurant. The Mont Rochelle Hotel and Vineyard Hotel bar serves a variety light bites throughout the day, and offers a terrace where you can soak up the sun. The hotel’s swimming pool is surrounded by a terrace with sun loungers and includes panoramic mountain views. Guests can also relax in the sauna, enjoy a soothing massage in one of the 2 dedicated treatment rooms or make use of the Hammam. Horse riding, hiking and fishing are just a few of the leisure activities Mont Rochelle Hotel and Vineyard offers nearby.

- "Beautiful hotel with fantastic staff in a picture perfect setting" - "A dream stay …" - "One of the nicest hotels we have stayed in" - "Fabulous" - "Amazing place in the winelands - Highly recommended" - "stunning and magical" - "Very relaxing g and beautiful stay, don’t hesitate, just book you will not regret it" - "The best place for a milestone celebration where we were made to feel very special" - "The most relaxing stay!"

Luxury hotel with a marina and a full-service spa
This smoke-free hotel features a marina, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. Free English breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free valet parking, and a free area shuttle. Additionally, a restaurant, 2 bars/lounges, and a 24-hour fitness center are onsite.
Change of towels is available on request.
Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel offers 112 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 42-inch Smart televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "It was like stepping back in time, a luxurious stay with the exemplary service of a bygone era. Loved the hotel, the location and the charming nature of the staff, especially the chauffeurs!" - "We stayed 3 nights in the Cape Grace Hotel and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. This hotel has got the balance of elegance and efficiency just right. Professional and extremely helpful staff, excellent and comfortable facilities combined with a superb location on the V&A Waterfront. Faultless."

Located in Rhodes, 17 miles from Tiffindell Ski resort, Tenahead Lodge & Spa has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers room service and luggage storage space. Guests can use a bar. The rooms at the hotel come with 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. Rooms have a coffee machine, while certain rooms contain a patio and others also feature mountain views. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Guests at Tenahead Lodge & Spa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Rhodes, like hiking and cycling. Mthatha Airport is 107 miles from the property.

- "Fantastic lodge - staff amazing, food superb and comfort personified." - "Best for Nature lovers. Great Lodge" - "We had the run of Tenahead. The staff were attentive & kind. Special mention of Franco & Jean- Marie" - "Fantastic stay. The staff were incredibly friendly." - "Excellent stay" - "Has lots of potential"

Luxury hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa
2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and a restaurant are available at this hotel. Free full breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, massage/treatment rooms, and concierge services.
The Robertson Small Hotel offers 10 accommodations with iPod docking stations and free minibar items. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Coffee/tea makers and minibars are provided.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Beautiful property with swimming pools, well-landscaped gardens, and large, comfortable rooms. In a quiet neighborhood yet walkable to and around the town. Great on-site restaurant with delicious fresh food, wine selection, and breakfast. The staff was super pleasant and helpful. Would visit again! " - "Wow - nothing was too much. The team at Small hotel just always surprised us from treats in our rooms to my car being washed (which I’m still in absolute shock and wow - that’s a memorable moment - thank you Wright). The team are all friendly - Noami, Chanti, Charles, Wright and rest of the team are incredible. The actual hotel is beautiful, it’s like a sanctuary. We got an upgrade to pool suite ( try and boom these rooms just beautiful). I can keep going on but it’s a 10/10. Loved our stay and the food was good too. "

Located in Cape Town, 2.7 miles from Table Mountain, Camissa House provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. With a bar, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property has room service, a concierge service and organizing tours for guests. Every room has a desk and a flat-screen TV, and certain units at the hotel have a balcony. A buffet, à la carte or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property. Robben Island Ferry is 3.6 miles from Camissa House, while CTICC is 4.2 miles from the property. Cape Town International Airport is 14 miles away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

- "The best stay in Cape Town!" - "Fantastic house and top service"

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a winery
2 restaurants, an attached winery, and a full-service spa are available at this hotel. Free English breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free area shuttle. Other amenities include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge.
Mont Rochelle Hotel & Vineyard offers 22 accommodations with free minibar items and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Franschhoek hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; local and international calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Gorgeous hotel in stunning location, staff offer good customer service. Breakfast a bit underwhelming in terms of scope & quality. Hotel bar lacked atmosphere as very quiet. " - "Wonderful experience after the last hotel we stayed at. Friendly welcome, and the room and pool were as described. The photos were an accurate representation, unlike Steenberg Hotel and Spa hotel in Constantia. View of mountains from room is spectacular. " - "Great stay. Friendly and helpful staff. The hotel was exactly as pictured and described. "

Located in Ballito, a few steps from Thompson's Bay Beach, Sala Beach House has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a restaurant. Each room at the 5-star hotel has garden views, and guests can enjoy access to a sauna. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms have an electric tea pot, while some rooms also feature a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. All rooms have a closet. An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property. Umhlanga lighthouse is 21 miles from Sala Beach House, while Kings Park Stadium is 30 miles from the property. King Shaka International Airport is 11 miles away.

- "What an amazing stay we had at Sala Beach House. Everything was absolutely amazing. The staff, the food, the hospitality" - "Beautiful Gem" - "It was beautiful and peaceful" - "Heavenly"

Waterfront hotel with a full-service spa and a fitness center
This smoke-free hotel features a full-service spa, a restaurant, and a fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a sauna are onsite.
Dock House Boutique Hotel & Spa by NEWMARK offers 6 accommodations with minibars and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Cape Town hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Can’t recommend this hotel enough. We had such a lovely stay. The rooms were huge and the balcony was a huge added plus. Everyone working there was so friendly and went out of their way to help us. The location is beyond perfect- it’s super safe and walkable to the V&A and Oranjezicht market. Some reviewers negatively compared it to the neighboring Queen Victoria hotel, but we actually preferred how close the Dockhouse is to the pool area. We’ll definitely stay again on our next trip to Cape Town. "

Set between two of Hermanus's best swimming beaches, Birkenhead House offers luxury accommodations in individually decorated suites. This premium hotel is short drive from the Hemel-en-Arde Valley where guests can visit top class wine estates. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV and DVD player. Some units include a seating area for your convenience. Certain rooms have views of the sea or mountains. The rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. The hotel features free WiFi throughout the property. Enjoy lunch and a selection of wines on the patio while taking in the best views of the Atlantic Ocean, and spot some whales during whale season. There is also a spa and 2 swimming pools at the hotel. Your stay includes all meals, local beverages, snacks, a full mini-bar, laundry and transfers to and from Hermanus town center. Village Square is 2.2 mi from Birkenhead House, while Hamilton Russel Vineyards is 3.1 mi away. Cape Town International Airport is 50 mi from the property.

- "Exceeds expectations every time ." - "A unique atmosphere in a stunning setting!" - "All has been superb"

Luxury hotel with 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa
Along with 2 outdoor pools, this hotel has a full-service spa and a restaurant. Free English breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a hot tub are onsite.
Angala Boutique Hotel offers 12 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and free minibar items. Rooms open to patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium satellite television is provided. Espresso makers and minibars are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Fantastic Hotel. Beautiful and the staff were excellent. Great Food. Highly recommend visiting! " - "This family-owned boutique hotel is a hidden gem in the Winelands. The property is immaculately maintained, and the staff go above and beyond to ensure you feel welcomed and at ease. The tranquil setting, surrounded by nature, offers a natural pool (complete with frogs), a treated pool, a hot tub, and both wet and dry saunas. The gardens and balcony provide the perfect space to relax and take in the serene views. It’s wonderfully secluded, offering peace and quiet, away from any distractions. For improvement, I’d suggest addressing the internet connectivity, which was the only letdown during our stay. However, this small issue didn’t diminish the overall experience, which was exceptional. Highly recommended for those seeking relaxation in a beautiful, private setting."