Fodor’s Finest: The 100 Most Incredible Hotels in the World in 2025

Contributor for The Best Hotels in Africa 2025: On a continent brimming with stunning safari lodges and unique hotels, how does one choose where to stay in Africa? In Kenya’s Maasai Mara, there’s Angama Mara, where the iconic 1985 Oscar-winning Out of Africa was filmed. In South Africa, the historic “Nellie”—as it’s lovingly nicknamed—has played host to global celebrities. In Marrakesh, there’s the hotel award darling La Mamounia (the famed hotel that Anna Delvey tried to scam). Whether you’re craving a romantic getaway with private access to Boulder Beach and its penguins or are looking for a safari lodge that is a cut above the rest, here is our pick for the 10 best hotels across Africa.

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa

By Amanda Calnan Vowels