Fodor's Expert Review Scuba Lodge and Suites

Casual chic meets bohemian boutique at this seaside resort consisting of five, brightly painted, renovated heritage homes; a small beach and surf-side pool; a PADI dive center; and a surprising location in the residential Pietermaai district. The rooms and one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments are pleasant and airy with stellar sea views. You need not be a diver to enjoy a stay here, though you might want to take an intro course and make use of the on-site reef. An outdoor dining area is a lovely spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.