Chandelier Game Lodge

After a brief stay at Chandelier Game Lodge in Oudtshoorn, Team #FinishTime’s consensus was that this was far more than just a place to stay – it’s an idyllic holiday destination. We asked our team members why they loved this lodge so much and their response was that it’s the perfect blend of comfortable accommodation and amazing things to do. From an accommodation perspective, Chandelier Game Lodge offers luxury tented chalets and log cabins. The…

"Chandelier Game Lodge"

The Cellars Hohenort

If you’re looking to add a touch of luxury to your next visit to the Mother City, look no further than The Cellars Hohenhort in the lush Constantia Valley. Over and above its 51 sophisticated guest rooms, the hotel offers jaw-dropping views of Table Mountain and the hotel’s lush gardens. There’s also a wellness spa, two swimming pools, a tennis court and a gym. The hotel boasts various room types, including double rooms, suites or…

"The Cellars Hohenort"

Swartberg Hotel Prince Albert

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…

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Homestead Villas

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…

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Aha The Rex Hotel

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"

Tranquility Lodge

Team #FinishTime spends a lot of time travelling around Southern Africa in the course of their work, and the first thing that grabbed our attention about Tranquility Lodge was the description on their website of “a haven of ocean and forest”. What better place could there be to unwind after a hard day’s race timing or route scouting? We can confirm that this lodge absolutely lives up to its statement of creating a tranquil haven.…

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Newlands Peak Aparthotel by Totalstay

The thing our team loved most about Newlands Peak Aparthotel by Totalstay is that it offers the best of both worlds: everything luxurious that you’d expect from a hotel stay and everything comfortable that you’d expect from home. Rather than staying in a room as you would at a hotel, Newlands Peak Aparthotel offers, as the name implies, apartments. All apartments are equipped with comfortable queen-sized beds, smart TVs and seating, offering a perfect place…

"Newlands Peak Aparthotel by Totalstay"

SunSquare Cape Town Gardens

Several members of Team #FinishTime stayed at SunSquare Cape Town Gardens when in the Mother City to time one of our bigger events, and the general consensus was that this is an outstanding place to stay, whether you’re on a work trip or a holiday. The first of many reasons for this was the comfortable rooms. Each has an en-suite bathroom, aircon, a mini fridge and a flatscreen TV. Also (and this is always a…

"SunSquare Cape Town Gardens"

Die Herehuis Guesthouse

Beaufort West is a common stopping point for Team #FinishTime on the road between Cape Town and our home base just outside Durban. Die Herehuis Guesthouse has joined the list of one of our favourite spots to stay in this area of the Western Cape. For those staying longer than just one night between long days on the road, you’ll be perfectly situated to visit the Karoo National Park, which is just 6km from Die…

"Die Herehuis Guesthouse"

Mountain View Ladismith

If you’re looking for a great time in the Little Karoo, then Team #FinishTime recommends that you make Mountain View your home base. Whether you’re here for work, pleasure or a race, you’ll find the tranquillity and great hospitality that you need for a memorable experience. The first thing we loved about this spot is its location. It’s situated in a quiet residential area, but it’s also within easy walking distance of the centre of…

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