Misty Hills Country Hotel, Johannesburg

Set in more than 25 hectares of lush botanical gardens about 30 minutes from Johannesburg airport, Misty Hills Country Hotel is situated in the Cradle of Humankind, at the foot of the Swartkop mountains. The 219 stone-built thatched rooms here, divided into eight villages, are very spacious and decorated with brightly coloured African fabrics, artworks and handmade furniture. Facilities include a large spa and the well-known Carnivore restaurant where guests can feast on up to 10 different types of game meats.