On the southern edge of the Great Karoo, you’ll find a quaint town called Prince Albert, and in Prince Albert you’ll find a gem called the Swartberg Hotel. Prince Albert is located about five hours’ drive from Cape Town. This makes it a great stop if you’re doing the drive from the Western Cape to KZN over three days and you’re looking for an easy first day. The hotel itself is a breathtaking century-old building…
"Swartberg Hotel Prince Albert"Category: Accommodation
In the opinion of Team #FinishTime, the perfect work trip combines hard work and an opportunity to relax and enjoy being in new places. Staying at Eagle’s Nest Barberton on a recent trip to Mpumalanga was an ideal opportunity to have such a trip. For starters, there’s an outdoor pool that’s open all year round, providing a perfect antidote to the scorching heat that’s so often prevalent in the area. There’s also an outdoor fireplace,…
"Eagle’s Nest"
If you’re looking for a place to stay on a business trip to Mbombela, accommodation for a race in the area or an ideal place from which to explore the Lowveld and all that it has to offer, look no further than Protea Hotel by Marriott Nelspruit. According to our team members who recently stayed here while timing a race, there are many reasons to love this hotel. For a start, each room offers a…
"Protea Hotel by Marriott, Nelspruit"
Farquhar Lodge’s website describes the establishment as “elegance, tranquillity and warmth in the heart of Ladysmith”. Having stayed their while timing an event in the area, Team #FinishTime can confirm that the lodge truly lives up to its claim. With its beautiful garden, friendly staff and prime location, it makes an ideal stop for anyone going to Ladysmith for work, pleasure or a race. One of the factors our team loved most about Farquhar Lodge…
"Farquhar Lodge"
If you’re heading to KZN’s capital of Pietermaritzburg for a business trip, we highly recommend Regal Inn PMB as a place to rest your head. After spending a couple of nights at Regal Inn, members of our team reported five reasons why they enjoyed their time at Regal Inn PMB. Team #FinishTime had a lovely stay at Regal Inn and would not hesitate to return.
"Regal Inn Pietermaritzburg"
After a hard day’s travelling, work or in our case, race timing, Houghton Place offers a welcome respite. With a well-manicured lawn and an inviting swimming pool welcoming you to the property, the scene is quickly set for a lovely relaxing stay. There is also a host of amenities available to make your stay convenient, from free WiFi and laundry to free parking and, for those who need it, an airport shuttle. One of the…
"Houghton Place"
The prestigious estates in Cape Town’s northern suburbs are sought after for an array of reasons. For a start, they offer their residents and guests the highest possible level of security and an idyllic way of life. The beautiful scenery all around the estate is infinitely Instagrammable and, in the opinion of Team #FinishTime, there can be few better places to stay during a work trip. Homestead Villas, a boutique hotel in the heart of…
"Homestead Villas"
Whether you’re sunning yourself by the rooftop pool, working out in the fitness centre or attending a conference at the on-site business centre, one thing is clear: Everything about the Southern Sun Sandton exudes sophistication and elegance. In short, it’s a fitting hotel for Africa’s most prestigious precinct. The rooms exude elegance from every surface, from the high-quality linen to the granite tops in the bathroom. There is an array of room types to choose…
"Southern Sun Sandton"
There are a million reasons to visit Knysna and timing or taking part in a race in one of South Africa’s most scenic locales is just one of them. You could be there to experience the majestic lakes and forests, the cuisine at the region’s outstanding restaurants or the amazing array of adventurous activities that the Garden Route has to offer. Whatever your incentive for being on the Garden Route is, one thing is clear:…
"Aha The Rex Hotel"
If you’re looking for accommodation that offers a wide array of amenities in the Roodepoort area, look no further than Afrique Boutique Hotel Ruimsig. From standard features like air conditioning, electronic safes and flat-screen TVs to added extras like under-floor heating, 24-hour room service and international adaptors, this hotel has your needs covered. There is also an array of options, depending on what type of accommodation you’re looking for. There are six uniquely appointed and…
"Afrique Boutique Hotel Ruimsig"