Reviews of Cape Cross Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
63 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Cape Cross Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
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"Cape Cross Lodge review"
Very cosy dining room with open fires in the casual seating areas. Staff very helpful, food excellent" See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
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"Stunning Sea front location"
View from seafront room was wonderful.
The highlight of the stay was an impromtu staff entertainment when they all came in to the dining area singing traditional songs, it was quite wonderful and an unforgettable experience." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
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There was only one other couple staying at the lodge when we were there which felt a bit strange. Staff were very unfriendly in comparison to the other lodges that we stayed at.
We knew that there was building work going on in advance but it did not disturb us at all, although it looks like the lodge is going to become very large which may make it less attractive in the future." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
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Bizarrely we were the only guests in this large hotel and it was a bit strange eating dinner and breakfast in the large, empty dining area! However, despite this, the waitress service was very good and our food was available when we wanted it. Dinner was ok without being special but breakfast was very good. Given we were the only guests we were impressed to find a full range of breakfast options. The chocolate muffin was especially good (shame there was only one!).
Tea and coffee was also available at all times.
Our room was a good size with a nice balcony which provided a great view of the crashing waves and a spectacular sunset." See all these reviews: 20n in Namibia
"Cape Cross Lodge review"
a) going north but not wanting to leave Swakop first thing in the morning or
b) coming from Damaraland and driving the coast road.
We liked it a lot (sorry Chris!)
However, there is a considerable amount of building work going on which may be obtrusive to guests not in the sea-facing rooms." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia
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A welcome hotel after the bleak drive along the Skeleton coast." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
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Only 90 mins from Swakopmund and is a great place to start a trip through the Skeleton coast, but there is not a lot to do here apart from the seal colony, so don't arrive to early! Best idea may be to arrive mid-afternoon.
A general point is that if you have a big fuel tank (and/or a diesel) you could easily drive from Henties Bay to Damaraland through the Skeleton coast in one go (approx 6 hours) without staying anywhere en route." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
"Dramatic seascape from dining room"
Very atmospheric dining room overlooking Atlantic and room cool but lovely. Safe needs securing to the wall.
Enjoyed walking down the beach being followed by jackals. Food average. Charming staff who washed our car windows and lights." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
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