3 Best Hotels in Namibia

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Namibia's private camps, lodges, and other accommodations are often up to high international standards. Even deep at tented camps, there are en-suite bathrooms and private verandas, but don't expect TVs. Most private lodges are all-inclusive (Full American Plan), including transfers, meals, activities, and usually drinks. Camps offer at least two activities a day.

At the national park camps, self-catering (with cooking facilities) accommodations are basic, clean, comfortable, and much cheaper than private lodges outside the park. In Etosha each camp has a restaurant with adequate food, a shop selling basic foodstuffs and curios, a post office, a gas station, and a pool. Most rooms have private toilets, baths or showers, air-conditioning, a refrigerator, and a braai. Linens are provided. Some bigger bungalows have a full kitchen.

In Windhoek and Swakopmund, a large array of lodgings, from large upmarket hotels to intimate boutique hotels and family-run B&Bs, are yours to choose from. All urban lodging rates include breakfast, but rarely any other meals.

The Mushara Outpost

$$$$ | Etosha National Park, Namibia Fodor's Choice

If you're a fan of old-fashioned luxury, warm service, and accommodations that combine the authenticity of the bush with a stylish and comfortable interior, then this is an excellent option. Situated close to the Von Lindequist Gate on the eastern side of Etosha, the Outpost is perfectly placed to take advantage of the park's game-thick eastern section, especially if you opt for the fully inclusive rate that includes two game drives. The lodge has a comfortable rambling feel to it with a large farm-style main house. The spacious tents made from canvas and wood are delightfully well appointed on the inside, ensuring that after a day of game drives you'll be able to relax and recharge your batteries while sitting on your deck among the shady trees. 

Pros

  • Great food
  • Indoor and outdoor showers
  • Excellent service

Cons

  • Laundry services are an additional charge
  • Wi-Fi signal can be patchy
  • No children under 12
Etosha National Park, Namibia
61-241–1880-reservations
Hotel Details
8 tents
All-Inclusive

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Ongava Tented Camp

$$$$ | Etosha National Park, Namibia Fodor's Choice

Located in the Ongava Game Reserve on the southern boundary of Etosha close to the Anderson Gate, this camp features a range of luxury accommodations, including the delightful Tented Camp. Each of the large, beautifully appointed tents has a spacious deck that faces into the bush ideal for wildlife watching. The restaurant, bar, and pool all overlook a busy waterhole where you'll spot a range of antelope by day, as well as owls and jackals by night. The all-inclusive rate includes two daily activities, including sunset drives to seek out white rhino and elephant.

Pros

  • Large luxurious rooms
  • Great wildlife viewing from the lodge waterhole
  • Outdoor showers offer game viewing opportunities

Cons

  • Pool on the small side
  • Difficult to tear yourself away from the waterhole to go on a drive
  • Tents don't have air-conditioning
Etosha National Park, Namibia
83-330–3920-reservations
Hotel Details
9 tents
All-Inclusive

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Namib Dune Star Camp

$$ | Namib Naukluft Park, Namibia

These eco-friendly, solar-powered chalets with spacious wood decks balance atop grassy sand dunes that show off stunning sunset vistas. Usually taken as a one- or two-night "sleep out" option for those staying at Desert Grace, the chalets come with beds that can be rolled out onto the deck so that you can sleep under a canopy of stars. You'll have everything you need for a restful and extremely comfortable night (including lights, hot water, and lots of warm bedding), without having to rough it. The reception area has free Wi-Fi, a swimming pool, and a small shop that sells general items and souvenirs.

Pros

  • Each clean, comfortable cabin sleeps three
  • Meals at the communal table are great for meeting other travelers
  • Personalized and attentive service at this intimate camp

Cons

  • No power outlets in the rooms, only at restaurant
  • Can only do a self-drive to reception, so don't leave anything in your car when you pack a small overnight bag
  • No Wi-Fi and poor cell phone reception at the camp
Namib Naukluft Park, Namibia
061-427--200-landline
Hotel Details
9 cabins
Free Breakfast

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