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Stay at these luxury hotels to up your Instagram game

- CLINTON MOODLEY

MORE travellers are trying to find incredible Instagram-worthy backdrops to take their travel shots. Fortunatel­y, you do not have to travel far to capture swoon-worthy images for your Instagram. Here are luxury hotels to visit to strengthen your Instagram game.

The Silo Hotel, Cape Town Known as Cape Town’s most exclusive luxury hotel, The Silo Hotel boasts some of the finest decor and backdrops. Described as a “celebratio­n of art, style, architectu­re and design”, travellers are spoilt for options, whether it's at their pool or hotel room bathroom. Located at Silo Square, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.

The Oyster Box, Durban

The Oyster Box is an award-winning hotel famed for its curry buffets, high teas and its dramatic decor throughout the hotel. And there are endless picture backdrops to choose from, including at their grand pool overlookin­g the Indian Ocean and umhlanga Lighthouse. Located at 2 Lighthouse Road, Durban.

Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesbu­rg

While located in one of South Africa’s busiest cities, Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff feels like a retreat. Located high up the Witwatersr­and and surrounded by lush greenery, the hotel is tastefully decorated with chic furniture and art. Strike a pose in front of the architectu­re or frolic by the pool. Located at 67 Jan Smuts Avenue in Westcliff, Johannesbu­rg.

Gorgeous George Hotel, Cape Town

Created out of two restored heritage buildings, Gorgeous George is design goals. Guests can ascend the marble staircase to the 6th floor and savour the views at the rooftop pool and Gigi restaurant & bar. The 5-star property boasts 32 luxurious rooms that showcase industrial tones of raw exposed concrete and steelwork with modern Victorian design elements. Located at 118 St George’s Mall in the Cape Town City Centre.

Royal Malewane, Hoedspruit Nestled inside Thornybush Private Game Reserve, on the western border of the Greater Kruger National Park,

Royal Malewane is an Instagramm­er's playground. Here, you can soak up animal sightings – and if you are lucky, you may capture a few elephant selfies when they drink from your plunge pool. Located at Avoca Road at Thornybush Private Game Reserve in Hoedspruit.

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FOUR Seasons Hotel The Westcliff is perfect for those Instagram snaps.

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