The Elegant Guesthouse

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Windhoek with an outdoor pool

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Balcony
Exterior
32-inch TV with cable channels
Balcony
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
56 Ziegler St, Windhoek, 00000
  • Train Station
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Christ Church
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • NamibRand Nature Reserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Windhoek (WDH-Hosea Kutako)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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Room options

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Windhoek

The Elegant Guesthouse is located within a mile (2 km) of Turnhalle and National Gallery of Namibia. This 17-room, 3.5-star guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Train Station - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Christ Church - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • NamibRand Nature Reserve - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Katutura Township - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Maerua Mall - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Windhoek (ERS-Eros) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Joe's Beerhouse - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ekipa Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rooftop Bar Avani Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪O Portuga - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wilde Eend Coffee Shop - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Elegant Guesthouse

Guesthouse in Windhoek with an outdoor pool
At The Elegant Guesthouse, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. There's onsite parking for a fee, as well as an airport shuttle for a fee (available on request). The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a meeting room, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch TVs with cable channels. Safes and desks are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on request
  • Self parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with cable channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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 cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • 24-hour pool access
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Elegant Windhoek
Elegant Guesthouse House Windhoek
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Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to The Elegant Guesthouse?

This guesthouse is located in Windhoek, a short 18-minute walk from National Gallery of Namibia and also 18 minutes on foot from National Art Gallery. You'll also find Turnhalle and Old Supreme Court less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at The Elegant Guesthouse?

As of Jun 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Elegant Guesthouse on Jun 22, 2025 start from $118.17, excluding 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.

Is there parking available at The Elegant Guesthouse?

Yes, self parking is available for a surcharge.

Does The Elegant Guesthouse have a casino?

No, The Elegant Guesthouse doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Elegant Guesthouse?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Is The Elegant Guesthouse good for couples?

Amenities at this guesthouse that appeal to couples include an outdoor pool and a terrace.

Does The Elegant Guesthouse have a hot tub?

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

Does The Elegant Guesthouse have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Elegant Guesthouse offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Elegant Guesthouse allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Are there connecting rooms at The Elegant Guesthouse?

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

How far is the airport from The Elegant Guesthouse?

The closest major airport to The Elegant Guesthouse is Windhoek (ERS-Eros), which is 4.6 mi away (16 minutes by car). Another top airport is Windhoek (WDH-Hosea Kutako), which is located 27.3 mi away (38-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Elegant Guesthouse?

No, at The Elegant Guesthouse, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

The Elegant Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for starting or finishing a road trip around Namibia - easy 40 min drive from the airport. Comfortable and safe residence, clean and stylish establishment.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brett

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

seth

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very lovely stay. Staff were super friendly. The only thing I’d say is that there was not enough parking to accommodate guests so often had to park behind other cars. And a small fridge in the rooms would have been great too. But other than that really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Idealer Ausgangspunkt für Quiver Tree Park, usw. Nettes Personal und schöne Unterkunft
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023