Newmark Hotels Africa | Luxury Hotels & Reserves

Newmark Hotels & Reserves is a leading hospitality management company specializing in an exclusive portfolio of luxury hotels, boutique residences, safari lodges, and beach resorts across Africa and select international locations. Founded in 2007 by CEO Neil Markovitz, the company is deeply rooted in high-end African hospitality, beginning with its landmark management of the iconic Victoria & Alfred Hotel in Cape Town

Cape Town, the Serengeti National Park, and Mauritius are just a few of Africa’s most popular tourist locations where Newmark Hotels & Reserves has a select portfolio of luxurious properties. Newmark has something to offer even the most discerning of travelers, from idyllic seaside retreats and inspirational safaris to sumptuous inner-city hotels and elegantly restored heritage buildings.

Newmark Hotels Africa | Explore authentic experiences

Authentic experiences, exploration of some of Africa’s most distinctive and magnificent settings, first-rate service, and world-class amenities are all available when you stay at a Newmark facility.

The promise of “EXPERIENCE AUTHENTIC” guides us at Newmark. At each of our locations, we craft experiences that are genuine to the area, surroundings, and people.

Whether they are elegant boutique luxury hotels, energetic city hotels, motivating safari lodges managed in accordance with good conservation practices, or relaxing island retreats, we design events that thrill, serve, soothe, and look after our guests. Events that are enhanced by group sommelier chosen wine selections and sensual cuisine prepared by an executive chef for the group.

Newmark Hotels Safaris

Would you like to explore specific safari packages, check details for a particular city hotel, or find out about amenities at one of their reserves?

Here are a few suggested itineraries for an exclusive and genuine safari with Newmark Hotels to get your trip started. Don’t hesitate to contact one of our Africa Safari Experts who has visited these locations and has firsthand knowledge of a Newmark safari because The Bespoke African Safari Co. specializes in building custom, individualized experiences from scratch.

South Africa Safaris
Booking a South African safari with Newmark Hotels & Reserves gives you access to some of the country’s most exclusive, wildlife-rich landscapes. They manage a premier selection of private game reserves, each tailored to different travel styles—ranging from malaria-free family escapes to ultra-luxurious, adults-only bush retreats.

Newmark Hotels Properties

With more than 14 properties spread across South Africa, two in Zanzibar, one in the Serengeti, and one in Mauritius, Newmark Hotels is well-positioned to serve as the ideal home base for your trip to Africa. Both great service and a wealth of contemporary conveniences are guaranteed. When you’re ready to create a seamless schedule of locations and lodges, browse the available lodging at your leisure and get in touch.

Premier Destinations

The group oversees 27 properties across several countries:

South Africa: Features luxury urban hotels in Cape Town (including the V&A Waterfront and Foreshore) and Johannesburg, alongside renowned private game reserves in Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and the Karoo.

East Africa: Includes beachfront retreats in Zanzibar and luxury safari setups in Tanzania’s Serengeti.

Other Regions: Extends to tropical getaways in Mauritius, nature lodges in Uganda and Zimbabwe (near Victoria Falls), a golf estate in Nigeria, and expanding European footprints like Portugal.

Notable Properties

Victoria & Alfred Hotel: A historic and iconic establishment situated in the heart of Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront.

Dock House Boutique Hotel & Queen Victoria Hotel: Elite, ultra-private accommodations offering sophisticated heritage style and tailored luxury services in Cape Town.

Qwabi Private Game Reserve: A malaria-free luxury safari destination in the Waterberg region, featuring distinct lodges like Babohi and Letamo.

Bupenyu Lodge: A luxury boutique lodge resting on the edge of the Batoka Gorge overlooking the Zambezi River near Victoria Falls.