Galton House

Galton House's minimalist style is accented with splashes of bright colours. The serene communal areas consist of a large lounge with comfortable sofas, indoor and outdoor dining areas, a secluded swimming pool with sun loungers, a well-considered day room with a bathroom for early arrivals and late departures, as well as a garden area. The restaurant offers a set menu for dinner and à la carte options for lunch. There is a coffee/tea station in the reception area to keep you coasting over between meals.

Just nine rooms (four double rooms, three twins and two for families) are spacious, with en-suite bathrooms featuring thick, fluffy towels, aircon, wi-fi connectivity and satellite TV. The modern minimalistic style continues in the neutral-coloured bedrooms rooms accented with bright pops of colour in the cushions. All are extremely comfortable and a stylish place to lay your head before or after adventures into Namibia's wilderness.

Relax beside the pool or don your visitors' gear and head into the city – the staff will advise you about the attractions, shopping and restaurants, and arrange taxi bookings. Buy handmade memorabilia for yourself and family back home, visit restaurants for a little Southern African cuisine, explore the museums, markets, botanical gardens and nearby nature reserves, then head back to the guesthouse for tea and a dip.