Windhoek
Although it has an excellent city-centre location just a few minutes’ walk from Independence Ave, this small hotel-pension is sheltered from the hustle…
Windhoek
Although it has an excellent city-centre location just a few minutes’ walk from Independence Ave, this small hotel-pension is sheltered from the hustle…
Etosha National Park
Boutique elegance and an air of exclusivity dominate this unusually modern lodge. Soothing earth tones and clean lines give the rooms their considerable…
Swakopmund
This Scottish-run B&B occupies a pleasant garden setting opposite Palm Beach. It recently underwent a major refurbishment, giving it stylish, contemporary…
Namibia
This well-situated camp, 15km down Orange River Rd, sits on the riverbank. It’s the launch point for Amanzi Trails, so you can stock up on supplies,…
Namibia
The modern rooms and spacious living areas and kitchen make for an excellent bolthole for those passing through Tsumeb. Relatively new and well-run, Olive…
Damaraland
Around 8km from Kamanjab along the C40 to Palmwag, Porcupine Camp is a simple, friendly place. The accommodation is in basic domed tents – we prefer the…
Namibia
Here’s your opportunity to sleep in a basic hut that historically would have been used by an Owambo chief or one of his wives – high on novelty, if a…
Namibia
‘Cigarette’ camp, in the south of the park, inhabits a shady grove of terminalia trees, though full appreciation of this place requires sensitivity to its…
Swakopmund
This boat-shaped place, which sits right on the sand about 1km north of town, allows you to watch the sea through your very own personal porthole; not all…
Damaraland
Offering a swag of accommodation, upmarket Kashana has luxury bungalows and spare but nicely furnished rooms set around a large shady courtyard. In the…
Windhoek
Styling itself as a boutique hotel, the long-standing White House has good if unexciting rooms – those opening onto the garden are the nicest. They've…
Damaraland
This appealing campsite has four sites with fine views out over the plains and mountains. Sites have hot and cold showers, toilets, fireplaces (firewood…
Namibia
Located 300m from the castle, this pleasant guest farm has rooms with views of the main attraction, and self-catering family units that sleep up to eight…
Damaraland
Better known for its downstairs restaurant, the Farmhouse also has a single and three double rooms on offer, all of a very comfortable standard. Rooms are…
Skeleton Coast
The De Duine Country Hotel, the most established hotel in Henties Bay, sits on the coast, though not a single room has a sea view – go figure! The German…
Namibia
Part of a 46 sq km farm, SanDüne Lodge has luxury Meru-style safari tents and comfortable standard rooms in the main lodge building. Although quite pricey…
Namibia
Outside the conservancy at the junction of the C44 and D3306, this community-run camp has solar power, a water pump, hot showers and a staff of local San…
Swakopmund
A great option close to town that won’t break the budget, d’Avignon is a smart, well-run guesthouse that has been recommended by travellers. Triple rooms…
Namibia
This attractive whitewashed, colonial-style lodge is a nice place to break up the drive to Etosha. Lofty, sometimes cavernous rooms retain their…
Namibia
This inviting guest farm, located 6km east of Solitaire on the C14, is a peaceful oasis situated between the Namib plains and the Naukluft Massif. Bright…
Spitzkoppe Mountain Tented Camp
Damaraland
These simple Meru-style en-suite canvas tents on stilts have fine views of the Spitzkoppe and an attractive location close to a dry riverbed. It offers…
Walvis Bay
Self-catering is a good option in Walvis Bay with houses and apartments available both on the coast and in the city. A two-bedroom place can be found for…
Namibia
Nicer than the main Sesriem Camp Site but outside the main gate, Sossus Oasis has an on-site petrol station, kiosk, restaurant and decent if dusty sites…
Namibia
In town, you can bed down for the night at the Hotel Maltahöhe, which has won several national awards for its amenable, spic-and-span accommodation. It…
Namibia
The only tourist lodge in Tsumkwe proper is an upmarket affair with a bar, restaurant, small shop and pool. Guests can base themselves here and visit…
Damaraland
Aside from hosting the dinosaur tracks, Otjihaenamparero Farm has a three-room guesthouse offering B&B; dinner can be organised for an additional cost (N…
Namibia
East of Solitaire, original Camp Gecko has Meru-style safari tents and unusual, two-storey tents known as Bush Hideaways. It's an excellent choice at a…
Namibia
Khaudum Camp is somewhat akin to the Kalahari in miniature, but this is true wilderness camping – shade can be meagre and facilities are nonexistent. The…
Skeleton Coast
Buck’s Camping Lodge, near the police station in town, is expensive but for the extra dollars you get a campsite with your own private bathroom. Look for…
Namibia
The historic Seeheim Hotel features an atmospheric old bar as well as period furniture. Rooms are simple, clean affairs with mosquito nets (upstairs rooms…
Swakopmund
Ideal for families, these split-level apartments overlooking the sand and sea have kitchens, ample space and, at the very least, partial views of the sand…
Namibia
The Oshakati Country Lodge is a favourite of visiting government dignitaries and businesspeople. It’s your best bet if you’re a slave to modern comforts.
Namibia
This community-run campsite is located at the mouth of the Otjinjange Valley. Facilities include flushable toilets, showers and a communal kitchen.
Namibia
Simple but nicely turned out en-suite rooms make this appealing guesthouse an excellent base in the area. There's also a rather noisy restaurant.
Swakopmund
This campsite sits right on the sand at the beach front, sheltered from the wind by lovely tamarisk trees. It’s convenient to the city centre.
Damaraland
A decent Kamanjab choice, Oppi-Koppi has rather basic, brick-walled family rooms, much nicer luxury chalets and well-kept campsites.
Namibia
This place lies within an hour’s walk of Arnhem Cave, and is located on the same farm. Day visitors can arrange guided tours here, while overnight…
Skeleton Coast
This campsite, which opens during the Namibian school holidays, is flanked by a textbook field of barchan dunes. These dunes are actually the southernmost…
Windhoek
This rather grand-looking affair has great-sized rooms; the very friendly staff have a good attitude towards hospitality and serve a decent breakfast. Ask…