The Christmas holiday is just around the corner and many people will certainly be planning an escape down the coast.
Peek into some of the continent's luxurious resorts.
And what better way to enjoy a truly stress free holiday than an all-inclusive resort?
We have compiled a list of some of Africa's top resorts according to World Travel Awards. Peek into some of the luxury resorts that the continent has to offer:
- Sun City Resort,South Africa
One of Africa’s premier vacation destinations, Sun City in South Africa is internationally recognized for its superb resort offering of hotels, attractions and world-class events. Sun City was recently recognized as Africa's Leading Resort 2017 in the World Travel Awards.
- Breezes Beach Club,Tanzania
Breezes Beach Club is situated along a pristine and untouched beach on the South East coast of Zanzibar island. It is famous for its attention to detail, intimate and private dining, its beautiful Zanzibari decor with stunning carving, glistening brass and rich fabrics creates an elegant and unique atmosphere.
- Conrad Pezula Resort & Spa,South Africa
The stunning Conrad Pezula Resort & Spa is located in Knysna, on the picturesque Garden Route of the Western Cape, South Africa. It offers sweeping views of the famous Knysna Lagoon and beyond to the majestic Outeniqua Mountains.
- Dream of Zanzibar,Tanzania
Dream of Zanzibar is a superb 5 star all inclusive resort nestled in the midst of exotic gardens on the beach front at Pwani Machangani. The resort boasts of a beautiful blend of contemporary and local Afro-Arabic design of solid woods and luxury materials with an architectural style that recalls the African-Arab Palaces.
- Fancourt hotel,South Africa
As Africa's leading golf resort, the property boasts three Gary Player-designed championship courses, including the world renowned Fancourt Links. Fancourt has a holistic spa, four restaurants and many indoor and outdoor leisure facilities on-site.
- Four Seasons Resort,Marrakech,Morocco
Four Seasons Resort is a place where Moorish gardens surround silvery swimming pools, where jasmine and roses perfume the air and where exotic experiences are part of daily life.
- Hideaway of Nungwi Resort & Spa,Tanzania
Peek into Hideaway of Nungwi Resort & Spa and get treated to a breadth of gardens, bursting with exotic blooms, slope gently down to powder white sands of Nungwi Beach, lapped by the clearest blue seas.
- Karafuu Beach Resort & Spa,Tanzania
This four star resort is located in Pingwe on the north-east peninsula of Zanzibar and offers comfortable and hassle free accommodation on the Indian Ocean without the worries that a trip to Africa can arouse.
- Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech,Morocco
Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech is a five-star luxury resort that seeks to offer the ultimate Moroccan escape thanks to its excellent facilities and world-class dining.
- Meliá Zanzibar,Tanzania
Hotel Meliá Zanzibar is an all inclusive luxury resort on an amazing beach of white sands. It has romantic rooms and private villas overlooking the Indian Ocean.
- One&Only Cape Town,South Africa
An oasis of serenity in the heart of a bustling city, One&Only Spa is Cape Town's most comprehensive spa situated on its own 1,000m² private island in the midst of the resort.
- Hotel Pullman Marrakech Palmeraie Resort and Spa,Morocco
The 5-star Pullman Marrakech Palmeraie Resort & Spa hotel is surrounded by 42 acres of palm trees and olive trees. Ideal for incentive trips and exploring the red city thanks to the free daily shuttles.
- Royal Savoy Sharm El Sheikh,Egypt
Located in the “Pearl of Egypt,” Sharm El Sheikh, The Royal Savoy Villas provide a haven of serenity, peace and relaxation at the tip of the Sinai Peninsula. The Villas offer a scenic escape from the modern pace of daily life.
- Sultan Gardens Resort, Egypt
Sultan Gardens Resort boasts 220 meters of private sandy beaches, a breadth of beautiful coral formations, and an unrivaled view of the stunning Tiran Island.