2 Best Hotels in Wilderness, The Garden Route and the Little Karoo

Along a lovely, meandering stretch of river, this camp is divided into northern and southern sections that include a variety of accommodations ranging from log cabins to forest huts. The southern half has several family-friendly cottages that sleep up to six, as well as log cabins and forest huts that sleep up to four, and plenty of campsites. The cabins are prettier than the cottages, but both are bright and pleasant. The forest huts are a bit smaller. The much smaller northern section is more secluded and has a few grassy campsites on the river and a dozen rondavels (round huts). The communal bathroom areas for the campsite are clean and more than adequate.

This tried-and-true hotel is just a short stroll from the golden beaches. Spend your time wandering in the lovely gardens, lounging beside the two swimming pools, or working up a sweat on the tennis courts or the squash court. For something a little more leisurely, treat yourself to a spa treatment. Enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet, a light lunch, or an á la carte dinner at the hotel's Loerie Restaurant.