Reviews of Twyfelfontein Country Lodge
(81%) From 15 travellersThey do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa.
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Great lodge in a great location
A really nice lodge in an interesting area. We particularly enjoyed the views from the balcony in the bar.
It is definitely worth a visit to see the rock art at the nearby visitor centre, and the rock art at the lodge itself is good too. Burned mountain is described in glowing terms in the guide although our visit at sunset was something of a disappointment.
Three nights possibly too long
Service was a little impersonal but that wasn't an issue at all. The staff singing after the meal was excellent - they were talented and clearly enjoyed it too.
It would be really useful if there was more information on the trips offered. We were interested in desert elephants but when we asked, the staff member said it was 50-50 as to whether you saw them so we didn't sign up. They were not at all encouraging. We subsequently found out that people saw them each time. A record of what and when would have helped our decision - we were very disappointed we made the wrong decision.
Twyfelfontein Country Lodge review
Twyfelfontein Country Lodge is a bigger lodge, catering big groups and it is lacking a bit of atmosphere despite its definitely interesting location in the middle of nowhere.
There is nowhere else you can eat, so you have to dine at the only restaurant and take the buffet. Although once for lunch, I asked if I could just eat a main course and they accepted. The staff is very keen to help.
We booked a nature drive tour, which they organised. The guide was definitely knowledgable about nature and we enjoyed getting some detailed information.
Twyfelfontein Country Lodge
The setting around Twyfelfontein Country Lodge was just amazing.
I only stayed one night but wish I had stayed a few more days. The room was clean and comfortable and the activities highly recommended - loved the drive through the desert/savannah to see the desert elephants and the Welwitschias. Great guide and interesting information about the local flora and fauna.
Overall, an amazing place.
Twyfelfontein Country Lodge review
Twyfelfontein Lodge is set in a magnificent setting and was the biggest and oldest lodge that we have visited. This is reflected in the rooms which were clean but very dated and could do with an upgrade.
I had reason to complain to the management becuase the towels in our room were never completely dry and as a consequence were smelly. Management seemed to take my comments onboard and I hope the laundry respond for future guests.
Our game drive to see the river adapted elephants was very successful and even involved us rescuing two men and their vehicle who had been stuck in the river bed for over 3 hours! They were very happy to see us looming towards them in the dusk!
I would suggest that one night at this lodge is sufficient as the Organ Pipes and Black Mountain are a bit of a damp squid! The Rock engravings are certainly worth a visit though. The evening buffet could also get a bit repetative!
Twyfelfontein Country Lodge review
Another unique location. 'Huts' very clean and comfortable. Much bigger lodge than any we'd experienced so far but still fine.
Meals were self-service with staff 'waiting' mainly to bring drinks and clear away empty plates etc. The lady looking after us wasn't as enthusiastic in her attentions as we were becoming used to but it didn't spoil anything for us. From our observations of other members of staff she seemed to be a bit of an exception. (We're not complaining here just making an observation - it just shows how good the service was that we received for the vast majority of the time).
Quality of the food was fine but the self-service gave it a 'school meals' atmosphere. Again, not a moan really, just a bit different to other places. One comment re breakfast - to make sure the eggs were cooked as fresh as fresh could be there was just one chef cooking fried/scrambled eggs/omelettes to order - good quality but such a waste of valuable time when you're itching to get outside and see wonderful things!
The weather had warmed up considerably by now as we'd moved up north so we actually took advantage of the pool at this lodge and didn't need to use the blankets at night!!
Adverse comments not meant as complaints - just meant to point out that this lodge had a different feel to it, mainly due to its size - good practice for Okaukuejo!
Twyfelfontein Country Lodge review
Having experienced some truly wonderful acccomdation we were disappointed at how basic the rooms were in Twyfelfontein. The 3 single beds just fit into the room and the linen was very basic.
Having said that - the lodge was very much in touch with the environment and it was clean. Our hot water gas bottle had run out but they were quick to fix it and the setting was spectacular.
The buffet breakfast and dinner was plentiful and the performance by the staff was a lovely cultural touch.
Expert Africa comments
Twyfelfontein Lodge have informed Expert Africa that they are in the process of replacing all their bedding. Each room has also been repainted with the tiles, showerheads and taps upgraded. They expect to have all their rooms updated and upgraded by the end of August 2011.
Twyfelfontein Country Lodge review
The children really enjoyed this lodge, although it was large the staff made it very enjoyable
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Twyfelfontein Lodge review
This was the place we liked the least of all on our trip - we felt it was a bit like a package holiday hotel. On arrival, in the heat of the afternoon and after a hellish drive on the worst roads we experienced in Namibia, we did not feel welcomed or well-treated - what we really wanted was to be shown to our rooms so that we could shower and change and relax.
Instead we were just numbers on a list, told to go to the bar upstairs - we didn't and asked for our room key and what to do with car, staff at reception just not concerned or helpful. When we got to our room we were very disappointed - small hot dark box. Needed something to eat but had missed lunch and had to work to persuade chef to make sandwich.
Overall, food OK but canteen rather than dining room so eating dinner was not a pleasant experience - very crowded and noisy.
Trip to Rock engravings was OK.
Great swimming pool but only 4 sun loungers - for a hotel with 56 bedrooms!
We have always believed that acting responsibly is the only way to approach tourism and we're one of
the few companies to hold AITO's original coveted 5-star status for responsible tourism. It's a lead
that others are now following.
