Grootbos Named Hotel de África 2025

At the southern edge of Africa, where ancient forests meet floral kingdoms and marine giants glide through coastal waters, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve has been crowned Hotel de África 2025 – a celebration of sustainable excellence in one of the world’s most biodiverse corners.

Behind this internationally recognised experience lies a carefully curated blend of conservation, community impact, and cutting-edge hospitality technology.

Tucked away near South Africa’s Cape of Good Hope, Grootbos is not just a luxury retreat – it’s a living Eden. With over 2,500 hectares of protected fynbos and forest, home to 889 plant species (some brought back from the brink of extinction), Grootbos invites guests to experience a flower safari, witness the marine Big Five, and explore sea caves on horseback. It’s one of the most biodiverse destinations on the planet, and proudly carbon-negative.

Behind this unforgettable guest experience is a powerful digital ecosystem. Grootbos runs a fully integrated hospitality management suite powered by CiMSO software, enabling their team to focus on delivering meaningful moments, not managing spreadsheets.

They trust CiMSO’s solutions to ensure seamless operations across departments:

• INNkeeper for end-to-end property management
• RESTauranter POS for effortless dining experiences
• SPAscheduler to streamline wellness bookings
• Activity Scheduler for managing flower safaris, horse rides, and more
• INNsync for real-time multi-property data synchronisation
• WORKflow to manage behind-the-scenes processes efficiently
• STOCKmanager to track, manage, and replenish inventory seamlessly across departments.
• Debtors & Creditors to streamline financial transactions, monitor outstanding accounts, and ensure timely payments and collections.

This award celebrates more than a beautiful destination – it celebrates a philosophy. By integrating technology that supports both guest delight and ecological integrity, Grootbos shows that luxury, sustainability, and innovation can thrive together.

Congratulations again to the Grootbos team on this well-deserved recognition. We’re proud to support your journey.

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