Rhulani Safari Lodge awarded “Best Relaxation Retreat in Africa" by World Boutique Hotels

MADIKWE GAME RESERVE, South Africa - Nov. 17, 2014 - PRLog -- Rhulani Safari Lodge has been awarded “Best Relaxation Retreat in Africa" by World Boutique Hotels, the first international awards scheme exclusively dedicated to recognising unique excellence among boutique hotels. A judge representing the organization visited Rhulani in October, shorly after the property was nominated and shortlisted.

On November 14, the winners of the World Boutique Hotel Awards 2014 were announced at a glittering awards ceremony held at the Montcalm Hotel, Marble Arch, in London.  “I was impressed to be called along with many other honourable establishments on the stage of such a solemn ceremony," declared Rhulani owner Marisa Silva, who personally attended the celebration and received the trophy.

“This award really makes us proud and confirms that we are on the right track with our vision regarding quality and service for our guests,” added Rhulani owner Rolf Steiner with great satisfaction.

Even though the couple, Rolf Steiner and Marisa Silva, is making its first steps in the hospitality industry, their rich experiences from their former careers in financial services are helping in a number of ways.

“As you know, Rhulani means ‘Relax’, so we are happy that we were chosen as winners in the category of 'Relaxation retreat',” said Mr. Steiner, who expressed also a big thank you to Rhulani staff and management, who go the extra-mile every day to keep this wonderful place at a top level and offer guests a once-in-a-lifetime experience.