Reviews of Central Lodge
Wildlife sightings and reviews
61 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Central Lodge and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
Mr & Mrs B
Wraysbury
"Central Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 5 Sep 2024
"A lot better than we expected as our room was very spacious, if fairly basic.
It also had a fridge, which it did not say on your website, and also a safe (also not on your website.)
Other info that needs updating is "Wifi in main areas only." - no, we had it in our room." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
It also had a fridge, which it did not say on your website, and also a safe (also not on your website.)
Other info that needs updating is "Wifi in main areas only." - no, we had it in our room." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Rooms:
Average
Facilities:
Average
Ms L.
Monmouth
"Central Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 1 Sep 2022
"OK for what we wanted, a simple overnight stop.
Helpful staff." See all these reviews: 10n in South Africa; 7n in Namibia
Helpful staff." See all these reviews: 10n in South Africa; 7n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Average
Location:
Average
Service:
Good
Facilities:
Average
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Good
Mr W & Ms W + kids
NL
"Fine stopover in Central Lodge"
1 night Arrived 21 Jun 2018
"The lodge is located very centrally in Keetmanshoop, which makes it easy to do some shopping.
Otherwise, it was a bit basic, but the service was very friendly." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 4n in South Africa
Otherwise, it was a bit basic, but the service was very friendly." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 4n in South Africa
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Average
Location:
Average
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Average
Facilities:
Average
Linda & Paul
UK
"Sub standard room and service"
1 night Arrived 5 May 2018
"Did not expect top accommodation in the town of Keetmanshoop and maybe this is the best place to stay in the town. However, we were put in a sub-standard and tired looking room next to the restaurant as all the other rooms had been filled by a coach party.
Service in the restaurant was also poor and lacked organisation, staff were not coping with the pressure of dealing with a large party and arguing amongst themselves.
Although the manager was walking around he did not appear to be doing anything to resolve the problems." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
Service in the restaurant was also poor and lacked organisation, staff were not coping with the pressure of dealing with a large party and arguing amongst themselves.
Although the manager was walking around he did not appear to be doing anything to resolve the problems." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Poor
Location:
Average
Service:
Poor
Rooms:
Poor
Food:
Poor
Facilities:
Poor
Mr J & Ms D
UK
"Central Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 2 May 2018
"Our room was fine but located next to the kitchen and restaurant was a bit noisy. But fine for one night. Good clean accommodation.
Worth being there for the quiver tree forest." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia; 6n in South Africa
Worth being there for the quiver tree forest." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia; 6n in South Africa
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Linda & Paul
UK
"A mediocre stay"
1 night Arrived 23 Apr 2018
"Some reported that rooms were not as clean or well equipped as other locations. The food service was slow.
It is accepted that good accommodation in a town like Keetmanshoop may be more difficult to source." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
It is accepted that good accommodation in a town like Keetmanshoop may be more difficult to source." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Average
Location:
Average
Service:
Average
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Average
Mr D
Farnham
"Comfortable stay"
1 night Arrived 29 Dec 2017
"We were a little surprised at the breakfast buffet having been cleared away at 08:25, when we had been told the previous evening that it ended at 09:00. Nevertheless, what we were served was reasonable."
See all these reviews: 20n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Service:
Average
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Mr & Mrs P
Hook
"Good location"
1 night Arrived 10 Oct 2017
"Good location in centre of town. Accommodation clean and well presented.
Food options very good and enjoyed the separate cafe facility." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
Food options very good and enjoyed the separate cafe facility." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Mr Y & Dr C
Essex
"Good place for an overnight stay"
1 night Arrived 18 Sep 2017
"Comfortable rooms, good food and a pleasant lawn to enjoy sundowners.
Friendly and efficient with secure parking." See all these reviews: 13n in South Africa; 8n in Namibia
Friendly and efficient with secure parking." See all these reviews: 13n in South Africa; 8n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
raedrian
Canada
"Central Lodge review"
1 night Arrived 1 Apr 2017
"This lodge is somewhat dated but is a very interesting property, it has a very historical look and ambiance. location was in middle of town with a parking area within the secured property.
Some aspects of the room such as door fit and some other minor details were so so but given that it was priced accordingly, we had no problem with it. The staff were excellent and provided a great candle light supper in the open central court yard.
The staff also was very helpful in pointing out local attractions and providing directions." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
Some aspects of the room such as door fit and some other minor details were so so but given that it was priced accordingly, we had no problem with it. The staff were excellent and provided a great candle light supper in the open central court yard.
The staff also was very helpful in pointing out local attractions and providing directions." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Average
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