Why Thaba Eco Hotel should be your very own African homebase
Let’s set the scene
Sprawling views, sunsets, the roar of a lion, the screech of a fish eagle…nothing comes close to the majesty of Africa. Sparkling azure water, pristine pearly beaches, internationally acclaimed culinary experiences nestled in world-renowned winelands… and don’t forget our world famous photo-op mountain!
If this is your reason for visiting South Africa, why would you spend your in between days in an airport hotel? Why would you swop the serenity of the bush for the bustle of a freeway? Why would you willingly exchange indigenous birdsong right outside your window for the honking of city traffic and windows that can’t even open?
Afro-chic-luxury
Experience the essence of Afro-chic luxury at Thaba Eco Hotel, where every moment of your holiday is filled with style and comfort.
Conveniently located close to, but in no way crowded by, large national road systems, we are hidden but not isolated.
Thaba can be your homebase for exploring the whole of South Africa.
We are close enough to various local and international airports for quick hops to Kruger Park or Cape Town. We are also extremely well connected in terms of bus tours and shuttle services should you be planning a road trip. Even though we pride ourselves on our wild bush vibes, even the skimpiest of rental cars will be able to make the drive up our winding entrance road with ease.
The Thaba difference means that you don’t have to cram yourself into an impersonal city centre hotel just to keep to your travel itinerary. We offer you all the magic of a true bush break, with the convenience of a city stay. You won’t miss your flight just because you woke up in the “wilderness”.
Because of how the Thaba Eco Hotel is built, and thanks to our Eco Park, the only “city” you will have to look at is the far-off cityscape of Johannesburg that gently peaks over the horizon. Notwithstanding this apparent isolation, we are really only a short drive from the very centre of the Jo’burg Tourist scene as well as the airports and train stations.
Thaba is nestled on a mountain side surrounded by the pristine ecosystem of our protected and nurtured Eco Park. Indigenous fauna, flora and skilful xeriscaping allow us to give you the full bushveld experience.
It’s a long haul to get here.
Yes, South Africa is renowned for Vilakazi street , Stellenbosch, wild dogs and the wild coast, however, the only bothersome thing about South Africa is that we are a long flight-time from many of our tourist’s home countries. Coming from Western Europe, the Middle east, the UK and the USA, all require you to spend, at the very least, about 10 hours in transit. Not to mention the true dedication of our Asian tourists who have to endure a fair bit more travel time to come to South Africa.
Be kind to your body!
We suggest you treat yourself to a luxurious massage and spa-day to rub out those travel induced kinks and cricks before you get back on a plane. We suggest you extend your stay with us before heading deeper into South Africa to rest and recuperate, ensuring your African holiday is stress and neck-spasm free.
Sustainable
We have always been ahead of the curve when it comes to responsible living. We take pride in our small environmental footprint and off-the-grid sustainability. From our eco-savvy architecture and land-to-table permaculture gardens to our ingenious waste management systems, doing the right thing is at the heart of our beliefs. And when you stay with us, you become part of this success story too.
The Thaba Experience
We believe that the Thaba experience, is unique in South Africa. We truly offer a serene escape from the city without the traditional travel time and commitment that it takes to get to one of the more famous natural beauty spots in the country.
We are a hidden gem, a place to escape to, and hide from the real world without losing touch… And if you want to you can pretend we don’t have cell phone reception or WiFi, even though we have ample of both!
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