When it’s time to leave the stresses of everyday life behind – whether for a race or just a relaxing getaway – one of the best places to do so is somewhere you’re overlooking the water. Marina Martinique B&B, with its location on a canal, peaceful setting and friendly hosts is the perfect spot to relax if you happen to be in Jeffrey’s Bay. One of Team #FinishTime’s first comments about this bed and breakfast…
"Marina Martinique B&B"Author: Steph Müller
As people who love cycling, friendly people and comfortable accommodation, we are obsessed with Trails End Bike Hotel. There are trails to be ridden, some of the country’s finest beverages to be sampled and plenty of unwinding to be done – what’s not to love? If you’re taking part in a race in or around Grabouw – or if you just want a chilled break from your everyday life for you, your family and your…
"Trails End Bike Hotel"Whether you’re looking for somewhere to stay on a business trip, a place to rest your head before or after a race, or just a sublime setting for a holiday, Radisson Blu Hotel in Gqeberha has your needs covered. It is located just 300 metres from stunning blue flag beaches and it’s also close to an array of restaurants, Instagram-worthy views and things to do. Each of the hotel’s 173 rooms boasts beautiful sea views…
"Radisson Blu Gqeberha"Cascade Villa Guest House in Secunda opened its doors in 2001 and has been delighting visitors ever since. The tranquillity of the neighbourhood, the friendliness of the team and the convenience of the location make it a truly outstanding place to stay. In the opinion of Team #FinishTime, if you’re in Secunda on business, for leisure or for a race, you won’t find a better place to rest your head. One of the things that’s…
"Cascade Villa Guest House"At Cape Palms, the motto is “feel at home away from home” and Team #FinishTime certainly felt as though this was the case. Whether you’re looking for a holiday spot, somewhere to stay when you go to Cape Town on business, or somewhere to stay for your next race in the Mother City, you’ve come to the right place. Situated at 33 De Grendel Road in Parow North, Cape Palms offers a garden, outdoor swimming…
"Cape Palms"If Team #FinishTime were to be asked to paint a picture of paradise, they may very well paint a picture of Shore’s Edge Guesthouse in Hermanus. However, since we are race timers and definitely not painters, our words will have to suffice. As the name implies, Shore’s Edge is located right on the Hermanus seafront, offering an outdoor pool as well as a wrap-around balcony from which to enjoy the majestic 180-degree sea views. The…
"Shore’s Edge Guesthouse"One of the many things that Team #FinishTime loves about Cape Town Lodge Hotel & Conference Centre is its location. Being in the very heart of Cape Town means that it’s super easy for members of our team to get to any meeting or any race. If you’re there on holiday, rather than for work, you have the major advantage of having easy access to a wide range of tourist attractions including the V&A Waterfront,…
"Cape Town Lodge Hotel & Conference Centre"In the words of members of Team #FinishTime, the Ammazulu African Palace in Kloof is nothing short of “legendary”! The palace has been designed to reflect parts of our province’s history, and an entire collection of Zulu arts and crafts have been incorporated into the hotel’s design. Each of the 10 magnificent suites features a private collection of Zulu Art, and the décor of this stunning hotel is matched only by its gorgeous surroundings and…
"Ammazulu African Palace"On their annual trip to Moshi, Tanzania to bring runners their #FinishTime at the world-renowned Kilimanjaro Marathon, members of our team have the privilege of staying at the Keys Hotel. Keys is a hotel with a uniquely African twist, and making this trip is an annual highlight for our staff. Each room boasts air conditioning and free WiFi, and the accommodation on offer consists of premium rooms in the main hotel building as well as…
"Keys Hotel"Just outside Zimbabwe’s breathtaking Rhodes Nyanga National Park, in an area which has been likened to the Scottish highlands, there is a stunning hotel called Troutbeck Resort, at which Team #FinishTime recently spent a weekend while timing a race in the area. According to our staff, there is much to love about this hotel, and the positive reviews which is has received are well deserved. Being equipped with a stunning garden and a terrace, as…
"Troutbeck Resort"