Like Nowhere Else on Earth: The Wildlife & Cultures of Madagascar

Palissandre Hotel: 3 nights  Antananarivo

Situated on a hillside in the heart of the “City of One-Thousand Warriors,” the Royal Palissandre Hotel opens its doors with Malagasy hospitality. Full of elegance and warmth, its location provides stunning views.

Vakona Forest Lodge: 2 nights  Perinet

The Vakona Forest Lodge sits in the heart of the forest, surrounded by lush gardens. The unique rainforest setting provides for exceptional fauna and flora, with a variety of birds seen from the comfort of each room. Each of the 28 bungalows are spread out in the hillside gardens that surround the lodge's main area and restaurant. The main lodge area is circular, with a roaring fireplace at its center, providing heat to fend off the chilly evenings.

Relais des Plateaux: 1 night  Antananarivo

Ideally located in the suburb of Ivato, not far from Antananarivo's international airport, the Relais des Plateaux provides comfortable accommodation in a convenient location. The hotel prides itself on responsible tourism, sourcing its food and decor from local providers, and relying on local staff as employees.

Relais de la Reine: 3 nights  Isalo

Hotel Relais de la Reine offers fantastic panoramic views of Isalo National Park. Using natural materials, the beautifully-designed lodge has been built to blend in with the dramatic landscape in which it sits, incorporating the natural rock formations into its architecture and planning.

Moringa Hotel: 1 night  Tulear

The newly-opened Moringa Hotel is conveniently located in Tulear center, with views overlooking a town square and private garden. The hotel's restaurant is located on the top floor, with views over the surrounding buildings and garden.

Les Dunes d'Ifaty: 2 nights  Ifaty 601

The lovely Les Dunes d'Ifaty Hotel, on the southwest coast, is nestled amidst indigenous tropical flora of Madagascar and overlooks the beaches and turquoise waters of the Mozambique Channel. Guests enjoy the open concept of the main building, which hosts reception, the lounge, main bar and kitchen, as well as the swimming pool with reclining beach chairs and umbrellas. The grounds of the hotel and nearby forests are perfect for exploring - baobab trees, rare birds and all sorts of endemic species inhabit the area. A short walk down a wooden boardwalk leads guests to the beach.