Miarestate Hotel & Spa has opened on the east coast, outside Haga Haga.
The five-star boutique hotel offers panoramic views of its surrounds from nine guest rooms, including two executive rooms with private plunge pools. Executive conferencing is available for small groups. In addition, helicopter transfers are available from East London airport, which is 65km from the hotel.
Daily game drives are offered in an open 4x4 vehicle to spot a variety of wildlife.
Other activities offered at the hotel include hiking and mountain biking, horse riding and Polaris off-road vehicle trails. Guests also have private access to the beach and lagoon as well as hiking trails. Whale and dolphin sightings are common between July and December. Deep-sea fishing and helicopter tours and transfers are available by prior arrangement.
The Spa offers three treatment rooms and a steam room, as well as a gymnasium, with a fitness instructor.
Special children’s activities at Miarestate range from learning traditional Xhosa crafts and games to guided bush walks and beachcombing.
Qunu day excursions are also on offer to learn more about the historical and cultural heritage of the area.
