The Last Word Long Beach Hotel, 2 nights from R4 400 pps

Set right on a stretch of powdery, white sand beach in the picturesque lobster fishing village of Kommetjie, The Last Word Long Beach has panoramic ocean vistas from each of its ultra luxurious rooms - even the bathrooms enjoy a sea view. But the real beauty here is in the delicious pleasure of doing nothing, sitting on the sun deck mesmerised by the glittering surf, taking a cool dip in the pool, watching whales rolling in the deep from the comfort of your private patio. If you're feeling more energetic, the bright lights of Cape Town are just 30 minutes away, and the hotel offers a chauffeur service for restaurant transfers or city tours.