Great Escapes Africa. The Hotel Book

From the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean, the vast Sahara to the Cape Verde archipelago,

Africa offers a lifetime of travel adventures

. Whether you're a wide-eyed newcomer or an ever-returning visitor, the continent promises 54 extraordinarily diverse countries, urban creative hubs, pristine night skies and wildlife, as well as a momentous sense of our human past.

In this visual journey through Africa, we discover glimpses of

postcard-ready landscapes, rich culture, and incredible interiors

, all spied through the doorways and windows of

the continent's most stunning hotels

. Angelika Taschen takes us to hidden gems across Mozambique, South Africa, and Ethiopia; from a

Tanzanian coffee plantation

, where guests can enjoy the ultimate Arabica brew in breathtaking surroundings; the iconic

Mount Nelson Hotel in Cape Town

, painted pink at the end of the First World War and host to many meditators since; to the

moving Serengeti Safari Camp

, boasting of just a handful of tents that follow the migrations of wildlife all year round.

In this

updated guide

, we discover each hotel through

crisp

photography

as well as

key information

including directions, contact details, and recommended reading for each destination.