Phinda Homestead—Unlike most of the hotels listed here, the Phinda Getty is a lodge which architect Nick Plewman attempted to blend into the surrounding environment. The building is set on a private game reserve in South Africa, overlooking grassy landscapes and volcanoes in the distance. Photo via Address Magazine. Where: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa What: Luxury lodge and reserve Designed by: Nick Plewman Photo 5 of 9 in Best-Designed Hotels Worldwide by Regina WB

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Phinda Homestead—Unlike most of the hotels listed here, the Phinda Getty is a lodge which architect Nick Plewman attempted to blend into the surrounding environment. The building is set on a private game reserve in South Africa, overlooking grassy landscapes and volcanoes in the distance. Photo via Address Magazine.

Where: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What: Luxury lodge and reserve

Designed by: Nick Plewman