Damaraland - Grootberg Plateau , 9000 Damaraland, Namibia
#1 of 2 hotels in Damaraland
Guests' ChoiceBased on 58 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.8
Facilities
8.8
Staff
9.5
Value for money
8.3
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Reviewed: 6 August 2025
Thomas
BelgiumThe view and the hospitality. You felt really welcome and very warm atmosphere.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 July 2025
Bram
BelgiumBad wifi connection Our payment was very difficult to complete due to bad wifi connection which caused a minor inconvenience.
Staff is excellent Food is delicious View is absolutely gorgeous
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 13 June 2025
Silke
GermanyThe stay is quite expensive.
The location is amazing. The view over the valley is a highlight of our trip. The way up to the property is a bit challenging, but was worth experiencing yourself. The staff was so friendly, they even gave a surprise singing performance. The food was a menu with local game, that was cooked straight on point. Compliments to the chef! Best game steak we had in Namibia!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 10 June 2025
Amandine
FranceThe pool was cold, it was more a cold plunge! The rhino safari was very long + 10hours, it takes you 2 hours of driving before reaching the start of the game drive, and we didn’t see rhino.. it was also pricey for the experience in my opinion! Also the ride was extremely bumpy (not recommended for old people)
The view from the lodge is just amazing, especially with the amount of rain we’ve got this year. The chalet was comfy, it would have been nice to have a double bed as a couple. The food at breakfast & dinner was very good !
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 28 April 2025
Stefan
GermanyWe did the rhino tracking, which is organized by the lodge, and took about 10 hours through very rough terrain. The guides tried very hard, but failed to find any animals besides one giraffe. The rhinos are very shy, and sightings are scarce. Don't go unless you are a rhino fanatic.
Amazing location, amazing food!
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 3 April 2025
Erwin
BelgiumWonderful staff.Also deep respect for Sarah she was very helpful.We get on the way in so much troubles because of the floods.She try to explain the area's to drive safe,directions and options. She is for the lodge very important.Also the food excellent.The view and accommodation great.A place to return back for in the near future.The rooms with outstanding views&very clean.The full staff very friendly.Baie Baie dankie.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 1 April 2025
Andrea
United Kingdomjust a small thing - there was no hairdryer on site!
Absolutely amazing location. Fabulous rooms all with lovely views and comfy facilities. Food was lovely and restaurant facilities good. The staff were so friendly and accommodating. Would highly recommend
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 10 March 2025
Olivia
GermanyThis lodge offers an incredible stay at a beautiful remote and stunning location. The staff are extraordinary. So kind, helpful and informative. The food is delicious, the rooms are breathtaking and the experiences they offer are once in a life time. A special thank you to our guide Calvin, who explained the magic of the landscape and wildlife of Damaraland. Thank you Grootberg!
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 8 March 2025
Emily
United KingdomThe lodge is in the most stunning location with views for miles and miles which blew us away. It felt like a slice of paradise and the icing on the cake was tracking a black rhino. A wonderful place and we loved our stay.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 8 February 2025
Jonathan
United KingdomSome of fittings a bit tired.
Amazing setting. Lovely staff. Delicious dinner. Pool with best view
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 22 January 2025
Thomas
Germanynothing
fantastic views from the lodge and each bungalow into the canyon, nice pool with view, good food, friendly staff. Challenging last 100m, but with 4x4 no problem.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 19 January 2025
Eva
SwedenAbsolutely amazing location. The separate chalet has a very cozy interior and the view is just stunning.
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 16 June 2024
Jose
PortugalThe view over the valley
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Andrea
BelgiumThe view the view the view. Lovely staff. The filet steak was to die for. Excellent
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Joanne
United KingdomBeautiful lodge looking out over absolutely incredible views, as does the wonderful refreshing infinity pool. Fabulous food, lovely warm, friendly staff who sang and entertained after dinner! The elephant tracking experience was amazing!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 24 April 2024
Brigitte
SwitzerlandNothing! I will be back !
The view, the lodge and the great staff! The pool location and the covered deck. The breakfast and the dinner as well as the sundowner ride on the plateau of Grootberg ! I will be back! The up/down ride with the driver ;).
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 1 April 2024
Dufour
United StatesIt was not an issue for us, but anyone with limited mobility would have a hard time. This is not a criticism.
Everything was superb. The staff was professional and obliging, and the view was spectacular.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Ernst
United KingdomIt was a great stay, excellent location and view, great food, very enjoyable singing/dancing entertainment during dinner, very friendly and professional staff😁👍☀️
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Monica
RomaniaStunning views, unbeatable steak, and exceptional staff – this community-run lodge in Namibia has it all. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth and kindness. Knowing our stay supports the local community made it even more special. Highly recommend!
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Sarah
GermanyThe rooms have seen better days, don‘t expect modern furniture. The chairs on the terrace have partly been broken, which is a bit sad if you would like to enjoy the private view. A bit overpriced.
Absolutely stunning views! The pool and the main lodge are great! Also the view from your private terrace is just amazing. The service is super friendly, we even got a singing and dancing session from the kitchen staff and waitresses. The food was delicious.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Tsz
United StatesMeals provided are a bit salty. Rooms are small and room rate is very expensive.
At top of the mountain, good view from the room.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 7 July 2023
Mik--74
ItalySuper Staff Amazing place
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Elizabeth
United StatesThe family room was spacious, but the walls were open on top so there wasn’t much privacy between bedrooms and bathroom.
The view is incredible. You need 4WD to get to the lodge, but if you don’t have it, they will drive you up. I think it was charming. The food was good. Staff was kind and attentive.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 19 June 2023
Aksana
Polandthe view
just amazing! the view is breathtaking, personnel is very kind, wonderful place to stay
Stayed in April 2023
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