Timbavati's most design-forward camp: striking canvas-and-glass suites, food a level above most camps, and easy family access, plus a few service gaps to know about.

The V&A Waterfront's grande dame, now under Fairmont: beautifully renovated public spaces, personal five-star service, and an honest look at the rooms.

A perfect 5/5. Beach and bush on a private 5,000-hectare stretch of the Wild Coast, with waterfall jumps, kayaking, and a lodge that feels like home.