The 5-star Turbine Boutique Hotel and Spa situated on Thesen Islands, Knysna – one of the country’s most unusual hotels housed in what was once an old power station offers luxury and standard hotel rooms, self-catering and semi-self-catering suites, a honeymoon suite, exceptional facilities – the elegant Island Café restaurant, the cosy Gastro Pub, the Turbine Spa and the Turbine Water Club which offers various water-based activities. 

Its two Valentine’s Specials: the Two-Night Special at R5 190 per room – valid for Friday 11 and Saturday 12 February only – includes Bed and Breakfast, a 45min couples back, neck and shoulder massage at Turbine Spa, and a romantic turndown platter and the One-Night Special  at R2 850 per room – valid for Saturday 12 February only, includes breakfast and a 45min couples  back, neck and shoulder massage. Ts & Cs apply. Booking is essential. To book call Reservations on 044 302 5746 or email reservations@turbinehotel.co.za and for further information visit www.turbinehotel.co.za  

Thanda Safari, in the heart of Zululand in KwaZulu Natal is the perfect place where couples can experience the bush, the Big Five, Valentine sundowner cocktails, romantic meals and a special Valentine’s event in the bush on Saturday. Romance with a capital R! Thanda’s Valentine’s Weekend of Romance Package from R6 500 per person sharing (only valid for the Valentine’s weekend) includes two nights’ accommodation (Friday 11 and Saturday 12 February) at the luxurious Thanda Tented Camp (safari-style tents with private viewing deck and en-suite bathroom), four game drives with expert guide and tracker, all meals and selected local beverages. 

A conservation levy (R220 per person per stay), gratuities and all items of a personal nature are not included. Rates for a bush suite at Thanda Safari Lodge and the exclusive-use, five-suite Villa iZulu are available on request.  There’s always something special at Thanda Safari – a proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World and a multiple award-winner most recently at the World Travel Awards for World’s Leading Luxury Private Villa 2021 (Villa iZulu) and World’s Leading Safari Lodge 2021 (Thanda Safari Lodge).  Ts & Cs apply. Thanda Safari – reservations@thanda.co.za, +27 (0) 32 586 0149, www.thandasafari.co.za

Walkersons Hotel & Spa, near Dullstroom in Mpumalanga – this exclusive 5-star, 27-room boutique hotel located on 800 hectares of peaceful countryside is ideal for exclusive weekend breaks, weddings or business conferences and of course Valentine’s. Along with the surrounding pristine scenery and fly-fishing in Dullstroom’s famous trout dams its delicious cuisine is one of its biggest attractions – The Flying Scotsman and The Terrace restaurants cater for both guests and day visitors. 

Walkersons Hotel & Spa invites you and your valentine to a romantic Valentine’s weekend with a great 35% discount for a two – night stay (Friday 11 and Saturday 12 February 2022).  Enjoy a special Valentine’s menu, a complimentary glass of champagne at dinner and a small gift to celebrate.  The 35% discount for a two-night’s booking is valid for the month of February (but without all the ‘romantic trimmings’).  Bookings – reservations@walkersons.co.za or 013 253 7000,  www.walkersons.co.za

Eendracht Hotel & Apartments, in the heart of the oldest part of Stellenbosch – for its romantic One Night Stay for TwoValentine’s Day Package at R2 929 (Bed and Breakfast for two). With arrival on Saturday 12 February and departure on Sunday 13 February, this package includes Bubbly at the pool on arrival, a three-course Dinner at Senobia’s; on Sunday the choice of one ‘activity’ (after check-out, depending on availability and self-drive) – a Russian Tea Ceremony at Hazendal, or a Couples massage, or a Picnic Brunch (skip the breakfast and sleep in a bit) at Stellenbosch Botanical Gardens or a Wine tasting and Chocolate pairing at Blaauwklippen. T

his package is only available for overnight on Saturday 12 February – enquire for a special rate to stay a second night. Ts &Cs apply. Eendracht is a member of Cape Country Routes. Enquiries: Tel: +27 21 883 8843, Email: reservations@eendracht-hotel.com,www.eendracht-hotel.com

De Hoop Collection in the De Hoop Nature Reserve one of the Western Cape’s largest and most beautiful nature reserves, offers not only world-class whale-watching, accommodation options designed to suit all budgets and outdoor activities in abundance but also a great ‘Valentine’s Day’ weekend Special.

Spend the Valentine’s weekend with your valentine at De Hoop in a suite for two nights, enjoy romantic dinners at The Fig Tree Restaurant and breakfasts on the verandah watching the birds on the vlei at only R4 450 per couple per night (R2 275 per person per night) on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis, a complimentary bird walk is included. Valid for the month of February 2022. De Hoop Collection is a member of Cape Country Routes. Ts & Cs apply. Booking is essential – phone 021-422 4522 or email res@dehoopcollection.co.za, www.dehoopcollection.com