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Casa Blanca Boutique Hotel is located in Pioneers Park in Windhoek and 2 km away from Eros Airport. The hotel comes complete with white walls, Spanish-style wrought iron, balustrades, arched windows and terracotta tiles. The indigenous gardens, with beautiful old trees, offer welcoming shade from the hot, afternoon sun. English, German and Afrikaans are spoken at the hotel.
The 15 air-conditioned rooms at Casa Blanca are en-suite rooms, all elegantly and stylishly decorated and come equipped with satellite TV, safety deposit box and tea and coffee making facilities. The rooms have a hairdryer and amenities. WiFi, a laundry service and secure parking are available as well. The hotel's a la carte restaurant serves international cuisine while drinks can be enjoyed at the bar or at the outdoor lounge area. BBQ facilities are available. Guests at The Casa Blanca Hotel can relax and unwind in the elegant lounge, with an after-dinner drink or two, or with a book from the library. The jacuzzi and swimming pool, offer opportunities for revitalizing and rejuvenation, whilst the more energetic might like to work off any excess energy in the gym. The garden is a great spot to gaze at the Namibian night skies, as is the lapa.
Casa Blanca Boutique Hotel is just outside the city centre, but close enough to main attractions, like the National Art Gallery, which is a 10-minute drive from the property.
Sossusvlei Lodge | Sesriem
Luxury right at the entrance gate to Sesriem Canyon and the famous Sossusvlei
Situated at the Entrance Gate to the Namib Naukluft Park, Sossusvlei Lodge offers direct access to the towering red sand dunes, the famous pan of Sossusvlei, the scorched black trees of Dead Vlei and the remarkable depths of the Sesriem Canyon.
The Superior Accommodation units at Sossusvlei Lodge feature a patio to enjoy views over the Desert landscapes, a spacious air-conditioned twin-bedded room and a full en-suite bathroom. The Standard Family Units feature two rooms back to back connected by a lockable inter-leading door between the two private bathrooms. An elegant Junior Suite boasts a spacious bedroom, living area, patio with a splash pool, large bathroom and inspiring views.
Experience the true art of Hospitality with the thoughtful touch of attentive staff to contribute to a truly memorable experience. Facilities include a sparkling pool, bar, sundowner deck, beer garden and an al fresco terrace where one can enjoy exquisite food, award-winning wines and magnificent views of the floodlit waterhole.
The Sossusvlei Lodge Adventure Centre provides a range of activities including Guided Excursions to Deadvlei and Sossusvlei, Elim dune walks, Sundowner Trips, Hot Air Ballooning, Scenic Flights and much more to explore the area’s natural beauty.
2 Nights
Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
Lodge
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, German
No. Rooms: 51
Special Interests: Adventure, Nature, Relaxation
Namib Guesthouse offers stylish and tranquil eco-friendly accommodation in Namibia's premiere holiday destination, Swakopmund. All the creature comforts of modern living, spacious and sunny rooms, scrumptious breakfasts, and warm hospitality are on offer. Each of the en suite rooms, be they single or double, the two bedroomed family suite or the luxury suites are elegantly furnished. All rooms are complete with flat-screen television, a tea and coffee station, WiFi and a hairdryer.
Namib Guesthouse is conveniently located near the centre of Swakopmund, just a 10 minute stroll from popular restaurants, bistro’s, quaint shopping malls, beaches and the Swakop River.
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Guest House
Spoken Languages: English, German
No. Rooms: 14
Twyfelfontein Country Lodge, about 100km west of Khorixas, is situated within a UNESCO world heritage site and in the heart of one of Namibia’s most magnificent wilderness regions in the Damaraland.
The area is home to one of the largest collections of rock-art engravings found in Southern Africa. Not only did the Khoi-San and other tribes eave a true cultural heritage, but the whole area is characterised by natural wonders such as the Doros Crater, Burnt Mountain, the Organ Pipes, Petrified Forest and desert adapted animals, the desert adapted elephants being the most well-known species.
Nestled into the mountainside, the lodge blends in with its surrounding environment by using natural stone and thatch. Twyfelfontein Country Lodge has 64 rooms, consisting of twin bedded, double bedded and family rooms (interleading rooms), as well as a luxury suite. All rooms are en suite with a shower and are equipped with ceiling fans. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, open lounge, swimming pool, curio shop, a deck affording magnificent views and a forex desk. The waterhole at the lodge provides guests with many hours of entertainment.
The activities on offer are afternoon nature drives including sundowners, star gazing, morning excursions to the Twyfelfontein rock engravings, Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain, guided walks and a visit to the interesting Damara Living Culture Museum. These should be pre-booked.
1 Night
Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
3 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 56
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
Toko Lodge & Safaris is an 'oasis' and the gateway to Western Etosha, Damaraland and the unspoilt Kaokoveld. The lodge offers 14 comfortable and uniquely decorated en-suite double rooms with stunning views overlooking some 3,000 hectares of Savanna. Guests can relax at the pool in a lush garden, enjoy walks and birding along the Dolomite Ridge, or partake in some of the farm-based activities like the Katenda Himba Village or Nature/Game Drive in the morning or afternoon. Sundowners around an open fire followed by a scrumptious meal can also be enjoyed and the ever popular night drive in search of the elusive ‘shy’ five can't be missed. Three beautiful camping sites are available with full ablution facilities. Dinners can be pre-booked and braai packs, ice and wood can also be purchased for guests' convenience.
1 Night
Bed and Breakfast
Famous for its floodlit waterhole Okaukuejo Rest Camp is also the administrative centre of Etosha. Most visitors travel though this camp with its characteristic stone tower and Etosha Ecological Institute is also situated within the camp.
The rest camp was formerly a military outpost founded in 1901 and the tower was added in 1963. Located in the south of Etosha National Park, Okaukuejo is only 17 km from Anderson Gate.
Okaukuejo offers a wide range of accommodation as well as all the necessities such as a petrol station and a shop. The restaurant and bar offer refreshments and delicious meals, while the swimming pool offers relief on hot days.
The waterhole is a hub of animal activity starting in the early hours of the morning. Especially during winter diversity of game congregate in close proximity to the camp to quench their thirst. After sunset floodlights illuminate the waterhole. This is the best time and place to see the endangered black rhino. This archaic mammal can often be seen drinking alongside lion and elephant. The number and interaction of the animals is the major drawcard of Okaukuejo Rest Camp in Namibia. (ITT)
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
The Namutoni Restcamp in the Etosha National Park centres on an old German Fort built in 1896 as a German Police post and a veterinary control point. Later it was used to hold English prisoners in World War 1 and was declared a National Monument in 1947.
Namutoni is the most Eastern Camp of the park, not far from the Namutoni / von Lindequest access gate. It overlooks the King Nehale waterhole, but is also situated in a region of the park with many waterholes, which are ideal for game viewing. Fisher’s Pan is a particularly popular wonderland of water birds in the wet season including breeding flamingos.
Its elevated decked walkway to the rooms provides excellent opportunities for enjoying the surrounding scenery, wildlife and the spectacular sunsets. The actual Fort has been developed into a hub of activity, offering two restaurants, a relaxation lounge, a bar, crafts boutique, curio shop, jewellers and bookstore.
Accommodation is provided in comfortable double rooms or the more spacious and luxurious bush chalets. All accommodation has a private bathroom and comes equipped with a fridge & tea station. Camping is also available. The camping area has generously spaced sites with plug point and communal ablution facilities on either side of the campsite. A superette, curio shop and petrol station allow you to stock up on everything that is necessary and nice.
Guided morning, afternoon and night drives can be booked at Namutoni. (ITT)
1 Night
Bed and Breakfast
Situated at the foot of the majestic Waterberg Plateau in Northern Central Namibia is the Waterberg Guest Farm, a 42 000 hectare paradise of natural African savannah.
The original 1930s manager's house was converted into a guesthouse with 4 double and twin rooms, all with en-suite bathrooms.
The spacious dining room is also located in the guesthouse, along with the comfortable lounge - the perfect spot to relax after a long day outdoors. Guests can also relax at the pool and watch the setting sun illuminate the red Waterberg Plateau.
Two secluded, luxury 'bush bungalows' with breathtaking views are situated 160 metres from the main guesthouse. The unique bungalows are built according to the traditional Herero method using natural materials from the surrounding mountains. The interiors are decorated in contemporary African design and offer all the modern amenities and the unique choice of showering either inside or outside.
The traditional African grass-roofed "lapa" next to the swimming pool offers al fresco dining and a fully stocked bar. Here guests can sit on the wooden deck and watch the floodlit waterhole as antelope, warthog and the occasional leopard come to drink. Animals can also be viewed on guided game drives in four-wheel drive vehicles.
1 Night
Dinner, Bed and Breakfast
River Crossing is located on a pristine, hilly 6500 hectare game reserve 3km from the centre of Windhoek en route to the International Airport.
The main lodge building comprises a dining room, a centrally situated bar, a lounge with fireplace, a wellness room, a curio corner, and a conference room seating up to 65 delegates. Nestled outside between the lounge and dining area is the long pool. The elevated wooden deck offers a fairytale view of Windhoek.
The lodge and the rooms have been designed to emulate old German farm houses with a covered veranda. The 20 guest chalets consist of 14 twin chalets and six double chalets. All chalets have en suite bathrooms with showers.
Activities include guided game drives, guided or unguided walks, mountain biking and horse riding, which is the most eco friendly way to explore the reserve. 19 different species roam here, including roan and sable antelope, giraffe and wildebeest.
1 Night
Bed and Breakfast
4 Star
Lodge
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, German
No. Rooms: 20
Special Interests: Adventure, Cycling, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Wildlife
