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"Category: Accommodation
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"
Team #FinishTime’s adventures often take us out of the country and into various parts of Southern Africa. On one such trip, members of our team found themselves staying at Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, which they described as a fantastic place to go if you’re looking for a way to relax and enjoy some wildlife spotting. Located just 27km from Mbabane and 30km from Manzini, it’s an accessible way to experience some of the very best that…
"Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary"
If it’s laid-back country-style vibes you’re after, we can highly recommend Masada Guest House in Langebaan, which offers every imaginable creature comfort and luxury. Being situated just 120km north of Cape Town, it’s within easy reach, whether you’re travelling for business or for pleasure. Langebaan is situated in close proximity to a number of the towns for which the West Coast is famous, including Paternoster and Velddrift, and it’s an ideal base from which to…
"Masada Guest House"
Accommodation meets art at Stumble Inn, which is a guesthouse that you’ll find in a quiet cul-de-sac in Nahoon Beach, East London. “So what makes this guesthouse arty?” we hear you ask. Every piece of furniture and décor item was individually handcrafted by local artists, and the owners of Stumble Inn are recognised as movers and shakers in the field of “pop art” design and décor. If you’re looking for a room that’s decidedly different,…
"Stumble Inn"
Picturesque surroundings, friendly service and a comfortable stay can all be found at Bateleur Guesthouse, which is in the heart of Wilkoppies in Klerksdorp. This guesthouse is a beautiful stately home that has been renovated, and now provides 11 en-suite bedrooms, together with reception and dining areas, and a conference centre. Seemingly endless green lawns and an inviting pool make the gardens of Bateleur Guesthouse extremely inviting, and our team expressed disappointment that, seeing as…
"Bateleur Guesthouse"
If you’re looking for grand scenery and experience of the great outdoors then, according to members of Team #FinishTime, Swadini, A Forever Resort is the place you need to go. Our race timers were mind-blown by the breathtaking beauty of the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, and have vowed to go back in a non-working capacity the first chance they get to check out some of the natural wonders of the area, such as God’s…
"Swadini, A Forever Resort"
If you’re looking for a spot to go and get some peace and quiet, Team #FinishTime would argue that one of the best places that could be is Harburg Retreat Centre. As the name implies, this spot is about taking a step back from the stresses of everyday life and enjoying some quiet, relaxing time. Surrounded by beautiful forests, sugarcane plantations and breathtaking views of the Valley of 1000 Hills, the Centre offers a wide…
"Harburg Retreat Centre"
Fern Hill Hotel is described as one of the leading hotels in the KZN Midlands, and it was very quick for Team #FinishTime to see why! Being located in close proximity to venues where our clients hold their races, Fern Hill offers the perfect blend of convenience and serenity. Members of our team agreed that if it was not a working weekend, this would be the perfect “home-away-from-home” from which to explore everything that the…
"Fern Hill Hotel"