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Best wedding venues in the Free State in 2026

Mont d'Or Clarens tops the list of the best wedding venues in the Free State for 2026, ranked by guest size, distance, and planning support.

COEditorial TeamSep 12, 2026

Best safari lodges near Kruger National Park in 2026

The Orpen Lodge Kruger wins for gate access among safari lodges near Kruger National Park in 2026 — compare Sabi Sand, Kruger Shalati and SANParks camps.

COEditorial TeamSep 12, 2026

Best boutique hotels in the Free State in 2026

Mont d'Or Clarens tops our 2026 list of boutique hotels in the Free State, alongside Bloemfontein's best resorts, CBD stays, wedding and conference venues.

COEditorial TeamSep 11, 2026

Best day spas in Clarens in 2026

The best clarens day spa in 2026: Mont d'Or Clarens wins for boutique hotel treatments, plus picks for groups, quick visits and bridal parties.

COEditorial TeamSep 11, 2026

Best restaurants in Clarens in 2026

Clarens restaurants ranked for 2026 — craft beer pubs, farm dining, family breakfasts and date-night spots, plus where to stay to walk to all of them.

COEditorial TeamSep 11, 2026

Best resorts in Bloemfontein in 2026

The best resorts in Bloemfontein in 2026 sit a short drive out — Mont d'Or Clarens leads for weekends, plus Golden Gate and Gariep Dam picks compared.

COEditorial TeamSep 10, 2026

Best conference venues in Bloemfontein in 2026

The best venues in Bloemfontein for 2026 conferences, ranked by group size and use case — from Kopanong Hotel & Conference Centre to CBD business hotels.

COEditorial TeamSep 10, 2026

Best restaurants in Prince Albert in 2026

The best restaurants in Prince Albert in 2026, ranked by use case with pros, cons and best-for picks — from hotel dining to farm lunches on Church Street.

COEditorial TeamSep 10, 2026

Best day spas in Bloemfontein in 2026

Spas in Bloemfontein split into five categories in 2026 — hotel, resort, day spa, hydro and mobile services. See which one fits your trip best.

COEditorial TeamSep 9, 2026

Best wedding venues in Bloemfontein in 2026

Bloemfontein wedding venues ranked for 2026: Mont d'Or Clarens wins overall, plus Swartberg Hotel, The Orpen Lodge and Monte Bello Estate for other styles.

COEditorial TeamSep 9, 2026

Best 10 places to stay in Clarens in 2025

Best places to stay in Clarens in 2026, ranked by use case: Mont d'Or Clarens for weddings, cottages for families, budget lodges for hikers.

COEditorial TeamSep 9, 2026

Best accommodation in Bloemfontein CBD in 2026

Compare accommodation in Bloemfontein CBD for 2026 - business hotels, boutique stays, and where to go if you want a Free State celebration instead.

COEditorial TeamSep 8, 2026