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Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino

4.0 star property

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A rooftop pool area with outdoor seating and a view of the cityscape at dusk.
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, large windows, and a city view at night.
A modern hotel lobby with a revolving door, a seating area with sofas, and a well-lit interior.
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a view of the city through large windows.
A modern dining area with a table set for two, a yellow sofa, and large windows offering a city view.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Gustav Voigts Centre, 129 Independence Avenue, Windhoek, Khomas, 9000
  • Place, Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Zoo Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Christ Church
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Windhoek (WDH-Hosea Kutako)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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AVANI Mountain View Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

AVANI Mountain View Room

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of the city.

Avani Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Avani Suite

  • City view
  • 818 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Avani Presidential Suite

  • City view
  • 1410 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Avani Superior Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Avani Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Avani Business Room

  • City view
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Avani Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Avani Mountain View Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Avani Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Windhoek

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino places you next to Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino and Craft Market. This 173-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a casino, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Craft Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Zoo Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Christ Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • NamibRand Nature Reserve - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Windhoek Station - 16 min walk
  • Windhoek (ERS-Eros) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sicilia Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Stratos At Avani - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Slowtown Coffee Roasters - Windhoek CBD - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Pekuta - Grill & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino features a casino, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for NAD 350 per person one-way. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a business center.
Plasma TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, minibars, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NAD 265 for adults and NAD 95 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Oasis
  • Pantry at Avani
  • Stratos at Avani
  • The Dunes Restaurant

Things to do

  • 132 slot machines
  • 24-hour gym
  • 7 gaming tables
  • Casino (9,881 square feet of space)
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (44 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 16 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1973
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NAD 265 for adults and NAD 95 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NAD 350 per person (one-way)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of AvaniSHIELD (Avani)
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • 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.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of AvaniSHIELD (Avani).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

As of Jul 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino on Jul 31, 2026 start from $126, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

This hotel is located in Windhoek, just steps from Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino and Craft Market, and within a short walk of Zoo Park. You'll also find National Gallery of Namibia and NamibRand Nature Reserve less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino have a casino at the property?

Yes, Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino has a casino that's 9881 square feet and includes 7 gaming tables, 132 slot machines, and a VIP room.

Is there an indoor pool at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

Is Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and 3 bars/lounges.

Are there hot tubs at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

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

Does Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino has 3 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

The closest major airport to Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino is Windhoek (ERS-Eros), which is 2.8 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Windhoek (WDH-Hosea Kutako), which is located 27.4 mi away (39-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino.

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 233 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 233 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 233 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 233 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 233 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel in the centre of Windhoek.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ulysses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I travel a lot and Avani has one of the best hotel breakfast experiences. It's also in a convenient location with nearby coffee/bakery shops and a small shopping center attached. I definitely recommend staying at this hotel if you are looking for a central location with plenty of shopping options.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ADEBAYO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing breakfast, nice pool, excellent staff, thank you to the manager who sent our children drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ADEBAYO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always a good idea
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and modern. Staff extremely courteous and provide top service.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly and attentive. Unfortunately a couple of issues with the shower head and doors, but it was repaired in a timely manner. Overall it’s been a great stay. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My experience of it all was very good. Room clean, staff very friendly and professional. Breakfast very good, wide variety
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TIGIST

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. Very modern hotel, great food and drink options.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the accommodation, friendliness of staff, delicious breakfast and options, cleanliness of bedroom generally and bathroom specifically.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

NORMAN

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, clean everywhere, attentive and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

dwight

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lively hotel in the center of Windhoek
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and facilities. Nice buffet for breakfast and dinner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff going above and beyond.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, a great roof bar, and convenient for walking Windhoek.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ADOLFO

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

Nice to stay

Exactly what do you expect Great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanaugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect to experience Windhoek and the modern facilities and friendly and helpful staff were appreciated on our first trip to an African country.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adamou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good for business and holidays
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Niraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall: Perfect location with excellent breakfast. Needs to improve: security at lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rolly

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

Highly recommended

It was a fantastic experiences, very good and beautiful hotel with all facilities, the service was 5 stars
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was easy. Transportation from the hotel was easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

Convenient location

Convenient location. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023