Loerie’s Call Guesthouse is a five-star boutique retreat in Nelspruit, about five kilometres from the city centre with easy access to the Kruger National Park. The property has nine air-conditioned rooms (each with a private entrance and balcony or patio) that come with flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, and fluffy robes. There’s a swimming pool (with sun loungers and palms for shade), a spa, and the on-site Orange Restaurant serving à la carte meals with views over Nelspruit. Breakfast includes fresh juices, homemade hot dishes, and a spread of cereals, cheeses, and pastries – best enjoyed on the patio overlooking the Crocodile River valley.