I like hotels that look less like a ‘hotel’ but more like a really well designed, warm, inviting home. Sonnekus, in Cape Town fits that bill perfectly. Elegant and precise, the decor is reminiscent of colonial bungalows and gentler times. The design showcases Cape Dutch architecture, with interior elements like the classic wood paneling, elegant chandeliers, antiques, natural fabrics and a soothing color palette.