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The Elegant Desert Camp

3.0 star property
Lodge in Sesriem with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Balcony view
Standard Double or Twin Room | Living area
Exterior
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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D854, Sesriem, Hardap
  • Place, Sesriem Canyon
  • Place, Elim Dune
  • Place, Mt. Naukluftberge

Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room | Bed sheets

Standard Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 915 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Sesriem

The Elegant Desert Camp places you 26.7 mi (43 km) from Namib-Naukluft National Park and 27.2 mi (43.7 km) from Mt. Naukluftberge. This 3-star lodge has 10 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free self parking.
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About this property

The Elegant Desert Camp

Lodge in Sesriem with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
At The Elegant Desert Camp, guests have access to an outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden. A stay here includes free parking. Helpful staff is there to provide a safe deposit box at the front desk, as well as offer insight about the area.
Recreational amenities at the lodge include an outdoor pool.

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Elegant Desert Lodge

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-8:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Elegant Eco Camp
The Elegant Desert Camp Lodge
The Elegant Desert Camp Sesriem
The Elegant Desert Camp Lodge Sesriem

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Elegant Desert Camp?

The Elegant Desert Camp offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

Will I be able to park at The Elegant Desert Camp?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the lodge.

Does The Elegant Desert Camp have a casino on the premises?

No, The Elegant Desert Camp doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Elegant Desert Camp?

No, this lodge doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Elegant Desert Camp?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this lodge, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Elegant Desert Camp?

No, this lodge doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Elegant Desert Camp have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Elegant Desert Camp serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Elegant Desert Camp allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at The Elegant Desert Camp.

Does The Elegant Desert Camp have connecting rooms?

No, this lodge doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Elegant Desert Camp?

Yes, every guestroom at The Elegant Desert Camp comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

Reviews

The Elegant Desert Camp Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandr

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place with great views. Very professional staff, ready to help.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at the Eco Lodge. For the tent, the bed, deck, and nightly view of the starts were amazing and made the stay worth it. We were able to eat delicious food under the starts every night. Chef Agnes cooked fantastic food. The tent was OK, it lacked in lighting and the bathroom accommodations were below par.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAKETO, Jacksonville

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place has an excellent service. Amazing hotel. The view from the hotel is awesome. I also signed up for sunset and a day trip. Both trips were awesome. I highly recommend these trips.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Yoav, BROOKLYN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Elegant Desert Camp has beautiful grounds, including an amazingly isolated feeling desert camp. However, in the summer months, the heat in these luxurious tents is almost unbearable (it easily exceeds 40C/104F during the day) and there are no fans, let alone air conditioners. While temperatures do drop overnight, they remain above 27C/80F for most of it. Fans would help. There is another somewhat awkward design feature of the luxury tents, which is that there is no wall or privacy screen for the toilet.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaetan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place. This was a perfect experience of desert. Peace, nature, quiet, animals, stars and nice pool. The staff was very accommodating and nice with us. I would go back there for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

COLIN EDWARD

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This camp is aming, the views will take your breath away as will the friendly staff and great service. Truly a peaceful place with the most incredible swimming pool view i have ever seen
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

sophie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sublime lodge avec vue Ă©poustouflante

Sublime lodge isolé avec une vue époustouflante sur la savane Les tentes sont magnifiques avec tout le Confort , excellente literie. TrÚs belle piscine avec vue
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Certes, l’endroit est reculĂ© mais tellement extraordinaire. Personnel trĂšs accueillant et trĂšs serviable. Nous n’avons pas souffert du fait que le petit dĂ©jeuner ne peut ĂȘtre pris que dans le bĂątiment principal Ă  12 km car nous avons fait des activitĂ©s les matins qui incluaient un petit dĂ©jeuner. En revanche, dĂźner sur place trĂšs bon et dans un environnement (autour d’un feu) charmant. IndĂ©niablement, ce lieu a contribuĂ© Ă  notre Ă©merveillement lors de notre voyage en Namibie.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niklas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Erich

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Jan-Joost

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never again! Get more value for your money at any other lodge in the area. Here is why; Poor maintaining in general. Tents were not nice at all, I’ll get back to that later. Main area is on top of a hill, so you need to make a steep climb to get to the pool and bar. The pool and bar area has a lot of potential but it was not cosy at all. There were 3 tables to sit at, but in total only 2 chairs. We were with 4 people so we needed to take turns on sitting
 Back to the tents; The tents are not maintained at all. For example; Closet was falling apart. It was still standing because of the pole it was leaning against. Window was totally cracked, one water tap wasn’t working, poison placed in the room for some reason, power plugs falling of the wall, in general a lot of stuff was broken. The deck in front of the tent has a nice view but during the day there is no shade. So you can’t really sit outside but also definitely not inside because the tent doesn’t have a fridge or airco, thats because they call themselves an Eco lodge but you have to do a 20 min drive 3 times a day to the main area to have breakfast, lunch and dinner
 not really Eco
 They tried to charge me 2 times while it was payed before arrival. Staff at the reception became VERY unfriendly. There is one person (staff) present at the lodge. You will find him at the bar but not when leaving the lodge or anything. Positive things; staff in restaurant was friendly and the food and drinks were good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

JAEHYUN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valentine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nous nous sentions seuls au monde dans notre tente face Ă  une vue exceptionnelle animĂ©e par des groupes d’animaux qui viennent se rafraĂźchir au point d’eau. Les tentes sont spacieuses et confortables, et la terrasse est sublime pour apprĂ©cier le coucher de soleil. La piscine est elle aussi trĂšs jolie, l’eau est propre et entretenue (assez rare en Namibie). Nous avons particuliĂšrement apprĂ©ciĂ© la gentillesse du personnel qui s’occupait des tentes (contrairement au personnel Ă  l’accueil du Lodge, plus antipathique). Le repas du soir Ă©tait aussi merveilleux, tout est trĂšs bon et le personnel est adorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joachim

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alles wunderbar
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Überragend, individuell, speziell und einzigartig. Nachts hört man die Tiere vorbei tragen und der Himmel ist voller Sterne. Die Aussicht ist einzigartig, die Ruhe phĂ€nomenal. Unbedingt hingehen. Hendrick, dortiger Head of Service am Camp (sehr glamourös Camping) ist sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandrine

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thibault, OULLINS

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10 Chalets/Tentes privilégiés au milieu de la nature. Posez le lit sur la terrasse et laissez vous envouter.... La piscine de roche qui surplombe l'horizon est fantastique. Le brai à l'hotel était délicieux
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unglaublicher Service, wĂŒrde ich jederzeit wieder empfehlen. Nur der Camp ist an eine andere Stelle als in der Karte dargestellt, beide Camps sind an der Lodge und nicht in sesriem direkt
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020