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Cape Cross Lodge, Skeleton Coast | Timbuktu Travel
Skeleton Coast

Cape Cross Lodge

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About Cape Cross Lodge

Unexpected luxury on the Skeleton Coast, where Namibia meets the Atlantic
With its architecture a blend of Cape Dutch and west coast fishing-village style, Cape Cross Lodge is a striking stopover if you're travelling along Namibia's remote Skeleton Coast. Located an hour-and-a-half's drive north of Swakopmund and just four kilometres from the Cape Cross Seal Reserve, it's a modern and comfortable place to stay. The glass frontage overlooking the ocean maximises the natural light, the meals are good and wholesome, the beds are cosy and comfortable, and you're quite likely to see animals passing on the shore – brown hyena and jackal hunting for prey.
Skeleton Coast , Namibia
From $160 per person/per night
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20 Rooms
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The property

Named after a stone pillar erected by Portuguese explorer Diego Cão, Cape Cross Lodge occupies the only privately owned land on this coastline. On the hotel's lower deck is the reception area and well-stocked curio shop, leading to the bar and lounge, two cosy dining areas and a long patio overlooking the beach and moody ocean. Both lounge and dining areas have individual fireplaces for cold days (conditions can be bitter) and sea breezes cool the interior when it's hot.

The rooms

Accommodation is in 18 standard suites and two luxurious semi-suites with en-suite bathrooms and panoramic views of the Atlantic and the seals and porpoises that leap and frolic in the surf. The ground-floor rooms have direct access to the beach, whereas those on the first floor have private balconies with wooden deck chairs and tables. The rooms are spacious, with deep beds and good linen, tranquil decor and thoughtful accessories.

Activities

The main attraction here is the massive colony of Cape fur seals that are within striking distance but not so close that you can smell them. Other activities are also available at the lodge – excellent fishing, a collection of paintings that can be browsed and purchased, and a museum that houses items left by earlier visitors. Explore the surroundings on mountain-bike or quad-bike excursions, grab some photographic opportunities and visit lovely Swakopmund.
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How to book Cape Cross Lodge

How do I book Cape Cross Lodge?

Cape Cross Lodge can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Namibia trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Namibia trips featuring Cape Cross Lodge or get advice and suggestions from one of our Namibia specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Cape Cross Lodge?

Stays at Cape Cross Lodge start from around $160 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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