Best of Best in Leisure honoured

THE leisure business recently honoured the best South African lodge, spa, hotel and restaurant, as voted for by House and Leisure magazine readers

THE leisure business recently honoured the best South African lodge, spa, hotel and restaurant, as voted for by House and Leisure magazine readers The winners were honoured at a stylish cocktail party in Johannesburg. "Our readers have voted and the winners in this year's Best of SA Awards represent the best South Africa has to offer," says editor Naomi Larkin.

Best Lodge:

The Homestead, Phinda Private Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal . Each exquisite suite has its own ranger, tracker and 4x4 vehicle to help guests spot the Big Five . Guests also have their own butler and chef. The Homestead is the winner in this category for a second year.

Best Spa:

Fordoun in Nottingham Road, KwaZulu-Natal Midlands. For a second year running, Fordoun has won this category. This lavish spa offers many luxurious treatments and facilities.

Best Hotel:

15 on Orange Hotel, Orange Street, Cape Town. This opulent, design-savvy hotel is known for its unbelievable service.

Best Restaurant:

Hartford House, Mooi River, KwaZulu-Natal. Visitors continue to flock there to experience chef Jackie Cameron's superb food. Cameron only uses the best locally-sourced ingredients. It is no surprise that Hartford House is the best restaurant for the second year running.