Sometimes less really is more. Even in the world of luxury travel, where hotels and lodges lean into eye-catching design, devilish detail and OTT offerings in a bid to grab our attention and wallets.
Whos going to complain about starchitect-designed suites in dramatic locations, signature wine cellars stocked with the worlds finest or art galleries bursting with the best of African creativity? However, at the other end of the spectrum, theres something to be said for simplicity, and a sense of place without distraction.
Thats where the burst of creativity in star beds comes to the fore, as safari lodges across Southern Africa offer guests the chance to step away from the cosseting comforts of a lodge environment and get back to basics. From sundowners a deux to starry nights where you lie back and soak up the sweep of the Milky Way with a soundtrack of unfiltered wilderness, here is the Wanted pick of the best star beds in Southern Africa.
