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Founders Lodge by Mantis
Founders Lodge by Mantis
3.5 star property
Paterson
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
10/10
Exceptional
(3)
"From arrival to departure, the stay at Founders Lodge was superb. The Pod room has an amazing view over the Game Reserve (even from the shower!).
Food is exceptional, and serving lunches and dinners from different locations within the Lodge/grounds was a nice touch.
All staff are friendly, polite and good at what they do!
The grounds are well maintained. The uninterrupted view of the waterhole allowed for lots of animal spotting.
If you're thinking of going to an Eastern Cape Game Reserve,...
The price is NZ$2,200
NZ$2,200
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
African Safari Lodge
African Safari Lodge
3.5 star property
Makhanda
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
10/10
Exceptional
(1)
"The scenery and wildlife was really welcome to relax after a busy day driving and seeing clients."
The price is NZ$193
NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Shamwari Bayethe
Shamwari Bayethe
5.0 star property
Paterson
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
10/10
Exceptional
(16)
"The game drives was excelkent!!"
The price is NZ$3,946
NZ$3,946
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve
Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve
4.0 star property
Sidbury
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
10/10
Exceptional
(22)
"Our stay at Woodbury Lodge was nothing short of spectacular. The lodge offers breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere that truly immerses you in the beauty of the Eastern Cape.
From the moment we arrived, the staff’s warm hospitality made us feel right at home. You can tell the staff take great pride in ensuring every guest has a memorable experience. Our stone-and-thatch suite was incredibly comfortable, with private deck where we could enjoy the stunning scenery and wildlife. The game...
Pumba Private Game Reserve
Pumba Private Game Reserve
5.0 star property
Makhanda
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (38)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(38)
"Excellent stay with great staff always ready to provide an excellent service "
The price is NZ$2,304
NZ$2,304
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Milner
The Milner
4.0 star property
Makhanda
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
10/10
Exceptional
(20)
"Only one words describes our stay “AMAZING “"
The price is NZ$284
NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Royal St. Andrews Hotel, Conference Centre & Spa
Royal St. Andrews Hotel, Conference Centre & Spa
4.0 star property
West Bank
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (85)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(85)
"Very nice quiet hotel with good beds and good food facilities"
Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve
Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve
5.0 star property
Paterson
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(21)
"Exceptional property, design, and experience with top hospitality. The common areas are picture-perfect overlooking small waterholes frequently visited by playful warthogs, curious antelope, and brightly colored birds while you eat breakfast and lunch. The villa interior surprised us in every corner from little aesthetic details, unexpected offerings in the cupboard, local bedtime stories at turndown, or staff leaving wine and glasses by the bathtub our first night. The private pools are...
Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve
Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve
5.0 star property
Paterson
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
8.6/10
Excellent
(19)
"Bukela is a beautiful stay, facilities are great, friendly staff and our ranger (Sim) was very knowledgeable. Foodwise is really below average, just not good especially for a 5* resort. It felt like diner was prepared during the day and heated up in the evening, just not fresh. Breakfast was really poor. Only meal that was good was the lunch. No snacks during the day. Due to this matter i will not likely to visit Bukela again nor reconmend to anyone which is regretful as the staff and facilities...
Shamwari Long Lee Manor
Shamwari Long Lee Manor
5.0 star property
Paterson
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(52)
"Amazingggg "
The price is NZ$3,737
NZ$3,737
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Woodbury Tented Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve
Woodbury Tented Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve
3.0 star property
Sidbury
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(34)
"This was a fabulous safari park, with superb rangers and game drives!!!
Fodd and service was top class!
Saw the big 5 and many more each day
Would recommend this with top points"
My Pond Hotel
My Pond Hotel
3.5 star property
Port Alfred
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (50)
8.2/10
Very good
(50)
"Lovely hotel close to the Main Street "
The price is NZ$81
NZ$81
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Panorama Guest House
Panorama Guest House
3.5 star property
West Bank
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
10/10
Exceptional
(7)
"Rob & Marianne are wonderful hosts. Very welcoming & made us feel at home. Fantastic breakfast. Large room with lovely view which we would highly recommend"
The price is NZ$78
NZ$78
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
First Group Kowie River Chalets
First Group Kowie River Chalets
3.0 star property
Port Alfred
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (12)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(12)
"Thank you for a great weekend at the Kowie Chalets. It was nice to see that the chalets looks like it does on the website photos. We can recommend this place to any of our friends and family."
The price is NZ$210
NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Amabwe Guest House
Amabwe Guest House
3.5 star property
Makhanda
The price is NZ$139
NZ$139
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Bartholomew's Loft
Bartholomew's Loft
3.0 star property
Makhanda
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (35)
8.4/10
Very good
(35)
"It was amazing I enjoyed my stay."
The price is NZ$110
NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Kariega Game Reserve - Ukhozi Lodge
Kariega Game Reserve - Ukhozi Lodge
4.0 star property
Kenton on Sea
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(17)
"Fantastic stay, not to be missed.
Great safari, excellent food lovely view and very luxurious room."
The price is NZ$2,049
NZ$2,049
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Seven Fountains Farm
Seven Fountains Farm
3.0 star property
Makhanda
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (6)
8.8/10
Excellent
(6)
Kwantu Private Game Reserve
Kwantu Private Game Reserve
5.0 star property
Sidbury
7.4 out of 10, Good, (6)
7.4/10
Good
(6)
"Amazing weekend, staff go out of their way to ensure you are happy and they will try their upmost best to ensure you get game sightings during the stay.
food is amazing, benefit if you are Muslim it is 100% halal
accommodation is very luxurious and comfortable.
Definitely a 5 star experience.
"
The price is NZ$855
NZ$855
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge
Kariega Game Reserve - Main Lodge
4.0 star property
Kenton on Sea
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(22)
"One of the most incredible experiences of my life. Exceptional tour guide that found us all the animals close up."
The price is NZ$1,540
NZ$1,540
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
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Top Salem Hotel Reviews
Woodbury Tented Camp - Amakhala Game Reserve
10/10 Excellent
"This was a fabulous safari park, with superb rangers and game drives!!!
Fodd and service was top class!
Saw the big 5 and many more each day
Would recommend this with top points"
Hlosi Game Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve
10/10 Excellent
"Nice staff. Well managed. Rooms clean, but not perfect "
Royal St. Andrews Hotel, Conference Centre & Spa
10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful bedrooms, friendly and helpful staff, fantastic hot and cold buffet for breakfast, great chef in the Highlander Pub too, and conveniently located. I enjoyed waking to the Bygones Bookstore and Handmade Coffee (Ciabatta loaves were delicious). Also walke down to Kelly's Beach and then along the beach to Guido's Restaurant. Rosehill Mall is also a short drive away.
We went in winter and the days were around 20 degrees. The hotel is in a lovely setting, close to the golf club, which includes pickleball courts. Beds are very comfortable and bedrooms spacious. "
Shamwari Bayethe
10/10 Excellent
"The game drives was excelkent!!"
Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve
10/10 Excellent
"Our stay was incredible. Desmond, our guide, gave us some incredible sights and we were really lucky to see 4 out of the big 5 alongside various other interesting animals.
The reserve is vast and there is plenty to see, the fact that there are various lodges across the reserve means even if you have a fairly quiet hotel, there are plenty of rangers out doing drives which helps your chances of animals being spotted and your ranger making their way there.
The accomodation is lovely, a perfect room with comfortable bed and a view of a watering hole from your private plunge pool. This includes a free mini-bar which is perfect for dipping in to to spend time on the patio.
The food was fantastic, very generous and well cooked portions and the service at dinner from Sheldon and Thambo was perfect.
We weren't renting a car so got a private transfer from Martin who gave us some great info on the drive from PE and it felt like our trip started early!
All in, a perfect stay and I wouldn't hesitate to return. My only regret was only booking two night.
All in all, a faultless stay"
My Pond Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"Everything was perfect"
Woodbury Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve
10/10 Excellent
"The highlight of our holiday to South Africa!
A beautiful lodge with comfortable air con and tranquility (and yes a few necessary spiders) but providing the most incredible authentic experience of the wildlife, animals, birds, flora and fauna of this game reserve. Food and wine were excellent and plentiful, the service was superb, including gin and tonics during our afternoon game drive!
We had an excellent guide, Greg, with such a knowledge and passion for his work as a guide, and he led us to observe over 60 species over the course of 2 days and 4 game drives, starting with a wake up call at 5.30am for the pre-dawn game drive til 9.30am, then a second at 4pm lasting til nearly 8pm. He drove us through a fantastic storm, thunder and lightning and an impressive downpour which had us soaked but we saw so much! Listening to him explaining the habits of turtles, giraffes, buffalo and rhinos was an education, and will stay with us for life.The memories of elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, lions, ostriches fighting a jackal, a spotted eagle owl capturing a frog at night, secretary birds stalking their prey, a brown hyena and a family of bat-eared foxes… and the white rhinos and hippo, it was all simply wonderful!
Many many thanks for the best experience ever. We hope very much to return one day."
Pumba Private Game Reserve
10/10 Excellent
"Excellent stay with great staff always ready to provide an excellent service "
More cheap accommodation in Salem
More cheap accommodation in Salem
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N2, Paterson, Eastern Cape
Sunshine Modern Retreat
Port Alfred
Blue Skies Backpackers
Cradock Road R350, Makhanda, Eastern Cape
Woodlands Cottages & Camping
Grahamstown Road R343, Kenton on Sea, Eastern Cape
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to stay in Salem?
Burlington Bush Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This lodge offers private balconies and a terrace. Two other options for your trip to the area are Safari Lodge - Amakhala Game Reserve and Bukela Game Lodge Amakhala Game Reserve. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Salem.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Salem has to offer?
The Boat Shed: This holiday home rental outside of Salem is located near the beach, and has an outdoor pool, a terrace and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and a selection of games. See all vacation rentals in Salem.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Salem, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Salem.
How is it staying in Salem?
Visitors will definitely enjoy all that Salem has to offer. There are 79 hotels and other accommodation options in the surrounding area. Find out more about Salem.
What is there to see in Salem?
Places to visit in the wider area include African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve, Settlers Garden 1820 and Lalibela Game Reserve. You'll also find Kenton on Sea Beach and 1820 Settlers National Monument in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Salem guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Salem?
The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 16°C. Average annual precipitation for Salem is 483 mm.
