This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Learn more

Skip to main content

Talk to an expert 1-800-242-2434 Lines open now

User menu
Elegant Guesthouse
Elegant Guesthouse
Elegant Guesthouse
Elegant Guesthouse

Elegant Guesthouse: Our full report

The Elegant Guesthouse is a relatively simple but stylish owner-run guesthouse situated in the residential ...

... area of Klein Windhoek. It's just a few minutes' drive from the shops, restaurants and other attractions of central Windhoek.

The Elegant Guest House has 17 bedrooms leading off a peaceful central courtyard. Rooms 1 and 2 have only a front entrance, whereas each of the others has two entrances, with the second door leading to a private outside area. All are broadly similar in terms of amenities, although room 3 is popular with honeymooners because it has a small, private patio and is closest to the swimming pool.

Decorated with neutral colours and fabrics, each room has twin beds, an en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet, air conditioning and a satellite television. Extra towels and fluffy bathrobes are a lovely extra touch. On our last visit in September 2018 we were particularly glad of the additional blankets on a chilly Windhoek night.

Elegant's main facilities include a lounge with large sofas, a small library and a big breakfast room, where tea and coffee are available throughout the day. There’s also an honesty bar in the kitchen. The guesthouse doesn't serve lunch or dinner, but guests are welcome to use the dining room if ordering in, and the friendly staff are always happy to help guests with recommending and booking restaurants in Windhoek.

The lounge and dining room open up onto a tranquil and manicured garden with a small carp pond complete with water feature. The garden makes a nice place to sit with breakfast or a beer in the evening. It is a great spot to go over the plan for the trip ahead or reminisce about you safari. A secluded swimming pool with sunloungers is situated around the side of the guesthouse, and there's a secure parking area for self-drivers.


Our view

The Elegant Guesthouse is a friendly, comfortable place to stay while in Windhoek. We particularly like the tranquil garden and would be quite happy to relax here for a night at the start or end of a holiday in Namibia.

Tom Morris

Tom Morris

Country manager: Namibia

Geographics

Location
Windhoek, Namibia
Ideal length of stay
One or two nights, usually at the start or end of a Namibia holiday.
Directions
At the corner of Ecke Von Eckenbrecher and 56 Ziegler Street, in the suburb of Klein Windhoek.
Accessible by
Self-drive or Fly-and-Transfer

Food & drink

Usual board basis
Bed & Breakfast
Food quality
The Elegant Guesthouse serves a breakfast buffet including a selection of cereals, cold meats, cheeses, yoghurts, fruit and bread.

Lunch and dinner are not available at the guesthouse, but the team will happily help with recommending restaurants, making reservations and even organising a taxi if you don’t wish to drive.
Dining style
Individual Tables
Dining locations
Indoor and Outdoor Dining
Further dining info, including room service
No
Drinks included
Complimentary coffee and tea are available throughout the day. An honesty bar (extra charge) operates in the kitchen.

Children

Attitude towards children
Children of all ages are welcome.
Property’s age restrictions
There are no age restrictions here.
Special activities & services
None
Equipment
Cots can be provided on request.
Generally recommended for children
Yes
Notes
The pool is not fenced. Children must be supervised at all times.

Communications

Power supply notes
There are plug points in each room for charging batteries and electrical equipment. Travellers should bring their own adaptors.
Communications
Every guest room has a telephone. Complimentary WiFi is available. There is cellphone reception.
TV & radio
There is a television with a bouquet of satellite channels in every room, and a further television in the lounge.
Water supply
Mains
Water supply notes
All the rooms have a plumbed-in shower and flushing toilet.

Health & safety

Malarial protection recommended
No
Medical care
There are doctors and hospitals in Windhoek.
Dangerous animals
Low Risk
Security measures
The property is fenced and there is an electric gate. Secure parking is available on site.
Fire safety
There are fire extinguishers throughout the guesthouse.

Activities

  • Cultural excursion

    Cultural excursion

Extras

Disabled access
Not Possible
Laundry facilities
A laundry service is available at an extra charge. Note that this is not done in-house, so allow plenty of time should you need any washing done.
Money
There is a safe in each room.
Accepted payment on location
The Elegant Guesthouse accepts Visa and MasterCard, as well as cash payments in Namibian dollars and South African rand.

Other lodges in Windhoek

Alternative places to stay in this same area.


Olive Grove

Olive Grove

In a quiet Windhoek suburb, Olive Grove is one of our favourite guesthouses: stylish, with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and excellent food.


89% (382 reviews)
Galton House

Galton House

A cool stylish sanctuary in a quiet suburb of Windhoek, Galton House boasts a pool and a restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.


90% (165 reviews)
River Crossing

River Crossing

Secluded on a private game reserve between Windhoek and the international airport, River Crossing is a tranquil place to start or end a trip.


81% (126 reviews)
Villa Violet

Villa Violet

Villa Violet is a friendly, owner-run guesthouse in a residential area of Windhoek, just a few minutes' drive from the city centre and numerous restaurants.


90% (122 reviews)
Haus Sonneneck

Haus Sonneneck

Haus Sonneneck was one of Windhoek's best pensions just a few minutes' drive away from the city centre, however it has now closed.


86% (103 reviews)
Hilltop Guesthouse

Hilltop Guesthouse

A long-standing favourite, the small, owner-run Hilltop Guesthouse is comfortable, smart and good value.


91% (55 reviews)
Weinberg Hotel

Weinberg Hotel

In a quiet upmarket suburb of Klein Windhoek, the stylish Weinberg has a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and luxury facilities.


93% (42 reviews)
GocheGanas

GocheGanas

For somewhere to really pamper yourself, Gocheganas Lodge & Spa offers wildlife combined with extensive wellness treatments.


93% (40 reviews)
Heinitzburg Hotel

Heinitzburg Hotel

One of the oldest hotels in Windhoek, the Heinitzberg occupies a great hill-top location but can feel like a relic of a bygone era.


85% (41 reviews)
Olive Exclusive

Olive Exclusive

The Olive Exclusive is perhaps Windhoek's most luxurious boutique hotel but remains a friendly and unpretentious place to stay.


93% (39 reviews)
Etango Ranch Guest Farm

Etango Ranch G. Farm

Etango offers simple, clean, comfortable accommodation and it’s the closest accommodation to Windhoek International Airport.


85% (24 reviews)
Immanuel Wilderness Lodge

Immanuel Wilderness

Within easy reach of Windhoek, Immanuel Wilderness Lodge is a good overnight option for those who don't wish to stay in the city.


81% (18 reviews)
Rivendell Guesthouse

Rivendell Guesthouse

Rivendell Guesthouse offers great value, relaxed accommodation in a homely atmosphere with helpful and extremely friendly staff.


89% (16 reviews)
Sun Karros Daan Viljoen

Sun Karros Daan Viljoen

Situated within the Daan Viljoen Nature reserve Sun Karros is a simple lodge with gentle game viewing and bird watching opportunities.


77% (15 reviews)
Avani Windhoek Hotel

Avani Windhoek Hotel

The Avani Windhoek Hotel and Casino lack the personal touch of Windhoeks smaller guesthouses but is well located in the heart of the city.


80% (11 reviews)
Hotel Thule

Hotel Thule

Windhoek’s Hotel Pension Thule offers stunning views across the city and a reputable in-house restaurant, within easy reach of the international airport.


90% (10 reviews)
Omaanda

Omaanda

Omaanda offers luxury accommodation and wildlife viewing within easy reach of the international airport and Windhoek City.


94% (10 reviews)
Pension Palmquell

Pension Palmquell

Stay at the Pension Palmquell in Windhoek, whilst on holiday in Namibia.


89% (9 reviews)
Ti Melen Guest House

Ti Melen

Overlooking Avis Dam, Ti Melen is on the outskirts of Windhoek, yet only 10-minutes from the city's amenities.


100% (2 reviews)
Desert Express

Desert Express

The Desert Express runs from Windhoek to Swakopmund on set departures. Recently this schedule has been somewhat erratic.


80% (1 review)

Login to Expert Africa

Sign in with password

Sign in with email link


New to Expert Africa? Create an account

Forgotten your details?

It's free & quick to set up

  • Save your wish-list
  • Send us an enquiry
  • Pay online for your trip
  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Give us feedback on your trip
  • Full site benefits of the site

Need some help? Talk to our team

Africa