Portao Diaz Hotel  

Perched in Mossel Bay on the Garden Route, in the D'Almeida area with panoramic views of the bay and the Outeniqua Mountains. Walk to Santos Beach and Diaz Beach, explore Dias Museum, or drive a short hop to Botlierskop Private Game Reserve and the Garden Route Casino. George Airport is about 49 km away, making this a handy casino hotel base.

The hotel offers 43 newly redesigned rooms in a true South African style. Rooms include flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, safes, electric kettles, desks and blackout drapes, with daily housekeeping and 24/7 security. Expect local character, sea-breeze mornings and sweeping views of the township and ocean.

Try your luck in the on-site casino, take a dip in the outdoor pool, or fire up a barbecue in the communal grills. Concierge and tour/ticket assistance help plan day trips. Complimentary wireless internet and free self-parking keep stays easy, while an airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

A business center and a 24-hour front desk support work needs. The property also offers dry cleaning/laundry services and complimentary lobby newspapers.

An on-site restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with authentic South African flavors. There’s also a coffee shop/café, a bar/lounge for drinks, and limited-hours room service; buffet breakfasts are offered for a fee.