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Andersson’s at Ongava

Etosha

20 Rooms

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From $1.3K per person/night

A fresh take on this conservation stalwart in Namibia's dazzling north

Namibia's Etosha National Park is well-known for its prolific wildlife and austere landscapes that are described, like many of the country's landmarks, as "strange" and "beautiful". Even the most severe habitats within the park, like the 4,760 square-kilometre salt pan, are a magnet for wildlife – pink flamingos and pelicans flock here to nest after summer rains. Set within a private reserve on Etosha's southwestern edge is the revamped old favourite, Andersson's at Ongava (open March 2019). Backed by a spine of mountains and fronted by a busy waterhole, Andersson's offers exceptional up-close encounters in this weirdly wonderful setting.

Kulala Desert Lodge

Sossusvlei

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23 Rooms

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From $460 per person/night

Dramatic desert views and romantic, barely believable starlit nights.

Kulala Desert Lodge, like its sister Little Kulala, lies on the 210-square-kilometre private Kulala Wilderness Reserve in southern Namibia. The lodge's prime attraction is its proximity, and private entrance, to the Namib-Naukluft National Park, but its vast views are headline-worthy too – from the Namib-Naukluft dune sea in the west to the mountains in the east. Tear yourself away from the scenery to appreciate Kulala's eco-credentials, a subject the owners take very seriously, from the reusable water bottles you're given to the tips on saving water. The lodge is winsome and comfortable and, of course, there's that desert to explore.

Sorris Sorris

Damaraland

9 Rooms

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From $1.8K per person/night

Eye-catching luxury in an other-wordly desert setting.

A new, super-luxury addition to Namibia’s lodge scene, Sorris Sorris ticks all the boxes for a truly fantastic stay in Damaraland. The distinctly modern design and crisp lines of the lodge offer a stylish retreat in the rugged mountain terrain, and nine block-like suites have seemingly endless views over the red plains to the impressive Brandberg Massif in the distance. Damaraland is one of the few regions where it's possible to spot the elusive desert elephant and Sorris Sorris offers the chance to search for them while soaking up the immense sense of space and solitude in this arid wilderness.

Strand Hotel

Swakopmund

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125 Rooms

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From $280 per person/night

Divine ocean views and a bevy of dining spots at this Swakopmund classic.

Since its opening in 2015, the Strand Hotel has been making some serious waves. Situated right on the peninsula in Swakopmund, where the Namib dunes melt into the Atlantic, the hotel's location is hard to beat. And the decor … it’s like a trendy metropolitan hotel combined with a light and breezy seaside ambiance. Did we mention there’s a brewery on site? You’ll find locally crafted beer, effervescent sunsets, a lovely spa and seafood by the boatload at this sparkling Swakopmund gem.

Hoanib Skeleton Camp

Skeleton Coast

8 Rooms

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From $1.3K per person/night

A touch of magnificence and a strong conservation focus in wild northern Namibia.

Staying at this camp is an incredibly fortunate and memorable experience. Not only are you in one of the oldest deserts in the world, living in beautifully curated comfort that allows it’s environment to still be the star of the show, but you’re sharing a home with some of the toughest, most unique wildlife in the world. The desert adapted lions that live here have become the subject of a gripping documentary called Vanishing Kings: Namibia’s Desert Lions. Don’t miss an opportunity to visit this conservation capsule in the far northern reaches of Namibia.

Wolwedans Dune Camp

NamibRand

6 Rooms

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From $890 per person/night

Breathtaking scenery on the doorstep of Sossusvlei's giant red sand dunes

Set amongst the phenomenal landscapes of the NamibRand Nature Reserve, this modest but refined camp is dwarfed by the huge red dunes that surround it. Wolwedans Dune Camp (along with the other camps in the Wolwedans Collection) is privately owned and prides itself on delivering a personal experience, full of luxury, privacy and tranquillity. The focus is on a pristine wilderness experience, with considerably fewer tourists than the neighbouring national park, and there is an array of laid back activities on offer, from horse-riding to hot air balloon flights, sundowners with a view and spectacular, all-day drives through the desertscapes.

Fish River Lodge

Fish River Canyon

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20 Rooms

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From $220 per person/night

A room with a view: on a canyon's vertical edge.

Follow a long, dusty road, cross rocky turf and climb a mountain to reach the dramatic Fish River Canyon and a welcome sight – the lodge on its very edge. Fish River Lodge is the only accommodation on the rim of the canyon, the second-largest in the world. Surrounded by Canyon National Park – 45,000 hectares of ancient kokerboom trees and 60 kilometres of river frontage – the lodge offers unbeatable views. It's easy to overdo the adjectives here as this is one of the planet's most amazing geological phenomena. Fine accommodation and good food complete your stay.

Kalahari Red Dunes

Kalahari

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12 Rooms

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From $260 per person/night

A stop-over with benefits – the glorious red-duned Kalahari.

A convenient stop-over between Windhoek and the Fish River Canyon, Kalahari Red Dunes lies just off the main road between the capital and Mariental. The lodge is worth a slightly longer stay, though, as it stands within its own 40-square-kilometre private game reserve. Both main building and the 12 individual guesthouses overlook a dry vlei (lake) and are surrounded by the classic vegetated red dunes of the Kalahari. Explore them and the unique desert wildlife on short or longer trails and enjoy the solitude, the whispering sands and the comfortable stay.

Galton House

Windhoek

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9 Rooms

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From $90 per person/night

Quiet and quaint boutique guesthouse in an upmarket Windhoek suburb.

Named after the famous explorer, Sir Francis Galton, Galton House is one of Windhoek's most fabulous accommodation options, with a relaxed but efficient style and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The interior decor combines modern minimalism and understated chic, highlighting the dramatic photographic prints and canvases of local wildlife that adorn the walls. Galton House lies in a quiet suburb and anyone staying here can be assured of peace and tranquillity. The food is superb – the owner's wife operates a popular restaurant in the city, so expect to eat well. And you're guaranteed strong Wi-Fi throughout the house.

Okonjima Bush Camp

Otjiwarongo

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8 Rooms

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From $670 per person/night

Intimate, relaxing and traditional African-styled camp of the Okonjima Collection

With just eight chalets, guests at Okonjima Bush Camp are assured of a personalised experience. The decor and design, clay and thatch open-fronted chalets and main areas, is atmospheric and warm with an abundance of rich African colours, textures and artwork. Days will be spent exploring the Okonjima reserve either in 4x4 vehicles or on foot. We would recommend a 2 night stay here to ensure you are able to tick off all the educational and excellent activities on offer. Children over the age of 12 years are welcome.

Chobe Water Villas

Caprivi (the Zambezi Region)

16 Rooms

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From $1.3K per person/night

Stilted luxury and constant wildlife action on the banks of the Chobe River.

Chobe Water Villas lie along the banks of their eponymous river on the far eastern edge of Namibia’s Caprivi Strip (now called the Zambezi Region), close to where the waterway meets the Zambezi River. Here, where four countries – Botswana, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe – meet, game thrives. The lodge's 16 thatched chalets, set beneath trees on the riverbank, all overlook magical Sedudu Island, which is a haven for wildlife, especially elephant, buffalo and red lechwe. Part of the adventure lies in reaching the lodge – it’s only accessible by boat from the Botswana border town of Kasane.

Little Ongava

Etosha

3 Rooms

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From $1.5K per person/night

Ultra exclusive lodge in a productive private reserve bordering Etosha Park.

Etosha National Park is one of Africa's great game parks but it can get busy and facilities here cater to the masses. Ongava, which is a sizable private reserve on its southern border, capitalizes on its proximity and provides what the park cannot: exclusivity, luxury and flexibility. Little Ongava provides these in great measure - it combines the best of Etosha with top class service and a personalized guided experience in a much less restrictive environment. Here you can combine world class accommodation with great game viewing and a visit to Etosha Pan and its springs that attract vast amounts of wildlife in the dry season.

&Beyond Sossusvlei

Sossusvlei

10 Rooms

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From $1.3K per person/night

A destination desert oasis

This lodge, in the middle of the Namib Desert, quite literally in the middle of nowhere, has crafted itself as a stand-alone destination in Namibia. Guests travel the extra mile to get here because it is offers something special. During your stay you will find silence and serenity. The team arrange exquisite desert picnics, you can dine on fine food under a blanket of bright stars, quite literally on the edge of the desert (even your villa has a skylight above your bed so you can savour that phenomenal sight late at night) or recline at the sparkling swimming pool overlooking the breathtaking view.

Doro Nawas Camp

Damaraland

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16 Rooms

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From $490 per person/night

Immerse yourself in the rugged Damaraland at this remote camp, perfect for adventurers.

This is Damaraland at its best – rugged, uncompromising and beautiful in its austerity. It's also the setting for Doro Nawas Camp, an intrepid camp perched on a rocky outcrop on a floodplains of the dry Aba Huab River. The rooms blend almost seamlessly into the arid environment, successfully making you feel as if you’re a very part of the landscape. From here, the views across the plains to the mountains and sandstone cliffs of Twyfelfontein are completely uninterrupted. That is, unless a group of desert elephants ambles past, or a southern pale chanting goshawk catches your eye…

The Delight Swakopmund

Swakopmund

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55 Rooms

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From $120 per person/night

An up-beat modern bed and breakfast hotel in the heart of Swakopmund.

The Delight is a large bed and breakfast establishment with a big hotel feel, with 55 rooms set around a cleverly landscaped courtyard garden. It has a modern and fun character, with vivid décor and artwork inspired by the Namibian scenery. This is a fine spot for exploring Swakopmund and the wealth of activities on offer, and is within a few minutes’ walk of the main part of the town, with plenty of restaurants to choose from. Service is very personal, and the staff are always happy to help with restaurant bookings and suggestions for activities during your stay.

Tok Tokkie Trails

NamibRand

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8 Rooms

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From $190 per person/night

Get up-close to the stunning beauty of the Namib desert on this 3-day trail.

This is a two night/three day leisurely walking safari through the southern section of the 2300 square kilometers of Namibrand private reserve near Namibia's world famous Sossusvlei. There is no better way to get a real feel for nature than experiencing it on foot. Although this trail gets you back to basics, there's a surprising amount of luxury to be enjoyed along the way - indeed the luxury of space (which you'll have in abundance) as well as the complete disengagement from the outside world. You'll come to learn that the desert is alive with creatures great and small, eking out an existence is this harsh but extremely scenic environment. The trail operates from March to November.

Canyon Lodge

Fish River Canyon

25 Rooms

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From $180 per person/night

A haven in the desert

Become immersed in the breathtaking landscape of Namibia. Perched on a rocky outcrop of granite boulders overlooking the moonscape of the desert, the stone guest rooms at this outpost lodge are camouflaged in the natural environment and offer a unique experience—on the doorstep of Africa’s largest canyon.

Okahirongo Camp

Kaokoland

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6 Rooms

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From $530 per person/night

Dramatic vistas & enthralling encounters with Namibia's nomadic Himbas.

About as remote as it gets, this camp is not easily accessed but well worth the trouble. It is situated in the Marienfluss region of northern Namibia, on the Kunene River, which forms the border between Namibia and Angola. The area is known for its native inhabitants, the nomadic Himba people, who continue to live here, largely free of modern adaptations. You will have the rare chance to interact with these fascinating, statuesque people. The camp is elegant, representing the top-tier of luxury with especially fine cuisine. It sits amidst a stunning landscape: rugged hillsides, vast grasslands and red rock outcrops - sliced through by the dense green belt of the Kunene River, of course. The flight here is its own adventure - you will span some of the most vacant and enthralling regions on Planet Earth.

Bagatelle Kalahari

Kalahari

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20 Rooms

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From $270 per person/night

Unexpected luxury in the Kalahari's red dunes and 'dune streets'.

Bagatelle is a tranquil owner-run lodge perched on a ridge in the Kalahari's mixed tree and shrub savanna, where deep red sand dunes lie parallel to each other, separated by valleys commonly known as 'dune streets'. Initially a sheep and cattle ranch, the lodge lies about 2.5 hours by road from Windhoek, and is accessed via the tarred C20 between Hardap Dam and Stampriet. If you're headed for the Namib-Naukluft or Fish River Canyon, this is an ideal stop-over – it's great for birds, game sightings and the ever-watchable meerkats.

The Weinberg

Windhoek

41 Rooms

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From $170 per person/night

A stand-out hotel with stellar views, fabulous rooms and a hearty dose of R&R.

As a stylish stop before escaping into the wilds of Namibia or to catch your breath after a desert safari, Am Weinberg has earned its place among Windhoek's finest. Cocooned by a lush valley (breathe in those unbeatable views over a morning cuppa), the hotel has the look of a chic villa. Tuck into inventive cuisine under pinstriped umbrellas or replenish your relaxation levels at the Soulstice Spa. Overlooking the sunny courtyard, the rooms are dapper and fresh - and if its true privacy you're after, the spacious lofts are top drawer. On a walkabout through Windhoek you'll find scrumptious pastries and interesting history at every turn.

Spitzkoppen Lodge

Erongo

15 Rooms

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From $340 per person/night

Bed down under sparkling skies in the remote Sptizkoppe area of Namibia.

In the heart of an area of rich archaeological heritage, just where the unique desert landscape meets the foot of the spectacular Spitzkoppe Massif, is Spitzkoppen Lodge, a new addition to the Namibian lodge scene. Taking full advantage of the views over the granite boulders and scattered rocks that have dominated this desert landscape for 150 million years, the lodge is an alluring place of cultural and spiritual significance to the San. It's also as far away as you can get from the well-trodden tourist trails, and the perfect place for those seeking to enjoy the glorious mountain range and surrounding desert in all its uninterrupted vastness.

Okonjima Plains Camp

Otjiwarongo

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30 Rooms

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From $290 per person/night

The largest and most affordable of Okonjima's accommodation options.

Okonjima Plains Camp was built on the site of the owner's original farmhouse. After a dramatic face lift the 'Barn' doors, the nickname for the main area of the camp, were officially opened. It offers comfortable and stylish accommodation for guests visiting the AfriCat Foundation project. With 30 rooms, it's a larger camp than we would usually recommend, but if you are interested in big cats and seeing how the world's most successful research and rehabilitation project works in practice, a 2 night stay here is a must.

Nambwa Tented Lodge

Caprivi (the Zambezi Region)

10 Rooms

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From $740 per person/night

An elegant tented safari camp in a remote part of Namibia’s Caprivi Strip

Nambwa Tented Lodge is a fairly new addition to the handful of luxury safari lodges in Namibia's Caprivi Strip region, a game-rich wilderness where Zambia, Botswana, Namibia and Zimbabwe meet. The lodge lies along the wooded banks of a tributary flowing into the Kwando River, deep within the relatively unknown Bwabwata National Park, with ten simple but beautifully designed tents overlooking the floodplains. In this part of the world, there are very few other vehicles (or people!), and this gives a real sense of exclusivity to a safari experience.

Encounter by Ongava

Etosha

8 Rooms

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From $1.1K per person/night

Exclusive tented camp in a productive private reserve bordering Etosha Park.

Etosha is one of Africa's great game parks but it can get busy and the facilities aren't what they could be. Ongava, which is a sizable private reserve on its southern border, capitalizes on its proximity and provides what the park cannot: exclusivity, luxury and flexibility, whilst maintaining an intimate camp feel. Ongava Tented Camp combines the best of Etosha with great service and the chance to benefit from a more personal guided experience in a less restrictive environment. Here you can combine comfortable accommodation with great game sightings and still experience Etosha Pan.

Little Kulala Lodge

Sossusvlei

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11 Rooms

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From $1K per person/night

The splendour of solitude amongst the Namib's apricot dunes.

Stylish Little Kulala is an unexpectedly glamorous retreat in the 210-square-kilometre private Kulala Wilderness Reserve, with its own access gate to the Namib-Naukluft National Park and Sossusvlei. Backed by the Naukluft Mountains, the lodge faces gravel plains and low rolling sands, with views across to the the world-renowned soaring dunes of the Namib Desert in the distance. Don't be fooled by the red-clay exterior – inside, all is designed for your comfort, from the reliable wi-fi service to the remarkable wine cellar and 11 spacious kulala (kulala means 'to sleep') chalets.

Desert Rhino Camp

Damaraland

8 Rooms

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From $710 per person/night

Diamond of Damaraland

It’s good to know places like Desert Rhino Camp still exist. A far cry from package resorts, this desert lodge works with the community to deliver heartwarming hospitality and conscientious conservation. Check in for a five star fly camp experience in Namibia’s Outback. Grand tents are scattered across the rugged valley and safari game drives explore the surrounding reserve for the what the lodge is known for, it’s large number of free-roaming desert adapted black rhinos. Enjoy stellar night skies, scintillating wildlife tracking on foot and encounters with unique desert adapted animals like the Damaraland elephants, gemsbok, jackal and even lions.

Swakopmund Guesthouse

Swakopmund

15 Rooms

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From $90 per person/night

Modern B&B with excellent service.

Step into light and breezy accommodation a short walk from the beach and town centre. A bed and breakfast run by caring owners makes for a superb hospitality experience and to top if off you’ll love the seashore-inspired interior decor, a refreshing change after the safari lodges and bush camps en route to Swakopmund.

Skeleton Coast Shipwreck Lodge

Skeleton Coast

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10 Rooms

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From $1.2K per person/night

An out-of-the-way adventure in shipwreck-style cabins on Namibia's wild Skeleton Coast.

Namibia's Skeleton Coast is a strange and beautiful slice of African wilderness. Think wind-swept dunes, dramatic beaches and icy Atlantic seas, renowned for driving many a ship ashore - and it’s these ships that Shipwreck Lodge has taken its inspiration. Rising eerily from the dunes, the cabins are modelled on the relics from times past and whilst austere from the outside, the interiors are plush, cosy and offer the perfect respite from the harsh surroundings. Fantastically varied wildlife – seal and flamingo colonies, hyenas scouring the shoreline, desert-adapted lion and elephant – and a selection of excellent activities – quad biking, beachcombing and dune sundowners – make this a desert adventure of note.

Wolwedans Boulders Camp

NamibRand

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4 Rooms

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From $1.3K per person/night

Exclusivity and luxury in the remarkably beautiful Namib desert

Set amongst the phenomenal landscapes in the south of the privately-owned NamibRand Nature Reserve, Boulders Camp is perched atop an island of granite in a sea of sandy plains. The closest camp is a three-hour drive away and the utter solitude is magical. During the day, you’ll explore the plains on game drives and walks, and in the evening, you’ll return to camp for sundowners and a refreshing dip in the pool, all the while accompanied by the desert and its ever-changing colours. This really is as far off the beaten track as you can get…

Canyon Roadhouse

Fish River Canyon

22 Rooms

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From $150 per person/night

Quirky desert oasis

You don’t expect to come across this gem in the dry, sprawling Namibian desert. Step into a bygone era at this colourful roadhouse that’s become an institution over the years. Only twenty minutes from the Fish River Canyon, you’ll find a cold beverage, the best Amarula cheesecake south of the Sahara and a cheerful reception here.

Namibia

Best hotels in Namibia

Andersson’s at Ongava

Kulala Desert Lodge

Sorris Sorris

Strand Hotel

Hoanib Skeleton Camp

Wolwedans Dune Camp

Fish River Lodge

Kalahari Red Dunes

Galton House

Okonjima Bush Camp

Chobe Water Villas

Little Ongava

&Beyond Sossusvlei

Doro Nawas Camp

The Delight Swakopmund

Tok Tokkie Trails

Canyon Lodge

Okahirongo Camp

Bagatelle Kalahari

The Weinberg

Spitzkoppen Lodge

Okonjima Plains Camp

Nambwa Tented Lodge

Encounter by Ongava

Little Kulala Lodge

Desert Rhino Camp

Swakopmund Guesthouse

Skeleton Coast Shipwreck Lodge

Wolwedans Boulders Camp

Canyon Roadhouse

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