BON Hotels adds three Vida Nova properties in South Africa and Mozambique to its network
BON Hotels, a South African hospitality group, has partnered with the privately owned Vida Nova Collection to add three new properties to its network: Vida Nova Retreat in Hout Bay, Cape Town; Vida Nova Kruger in Marloth Park; and Monarch Villas in Mozambique’s Machangulo Private Nature Reserve. The partnership brings BON Hotels together with American entrepreneur Bob Koski, founder of Vida Nova Collection. BON Hotels will support these independently owned properties through its travel trade relationships, sales and distribution network. No official statement or further details have been published by BON Hotels or Vida Nova Collection at this time.
The first property to relaunch under the partnership will be the 19-room Vida Nova Retreat in Hout Bay, trading as Vida Nova Retreat by BON Hotels. Refurbishment is underway ahead of a planned reopening in early 2027. The property adds to BON Hotels’ Cape Town presence, which already includes Majorca Apartments by BON Hotels and Protea Hotel by Marriott Cape Town Durbanville. The retreat is set among landscaped gardens and is being updated with interiors inspired by its natural surroundings. Liza Ray Designs is leading the refurbishment, focusing on new furnishings, improved lighting and refreshed bathrooms.
Vida Nova Retreat is designed for leisure, executive retreats, wellness and small corporate groups. It features meeting facilities, garden spaces and private dining for programmes that combine business sessions with wellness and outdoor activities. The property is also home to KIRŪ, a Pan-Asian restaurant led by chef Rikū O’Donnchu, offering a contemporary menu and Chef’s Table experience. Plans include expanding the spa and introducing wellness programmes, as well as partnerships with local operators for hiking and coastal activities. Booking channels, rates and commission structures have not yet been announced, and agencies should check with BON Hotels for updates.
In Mpumalanga, Vida Nova Kruger is an eight-suite safari lodge in Marloth Park, overlooking the Crocodile River and Kruger National Park. The lodge accommodates up to 16 guests and is suited to small incentive groups and executive retreats, with opportunities for guided safaris and private dining. In southern Mozambique, Monarch Villas offers private beachfront accommodation in Machangulo Private Nature Reserve, with views of the Indian Ocean and seasonal whale sightings. There is no information available on visa requirements, connectivity from African hubs, or comparative figures for similar properties in the region. Agencies should confirm entry rules, access and local arrangements before booking.
The partnership gives Vida Nova Collection access to BON Hotels’ hospitality experience and trade network. According to Koski, BON Hotels’ support is key to developing the three properties and reaching new markets. Open questions remain about official launch dates, booking systems, and trade terms. The outlook is positive for expanding high-end accommodation options in South Africa and Mozambique, but the trade should monitor for further announcements and be ready to update clients as more details become November 2026.
