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
"Not a good experience"
It seemed as if as most of the rooms opened onto a courtyard so we had to close the curtains fairly early for privacy.
Dinner was fine although the napkins were so flimsy and tiny they were barely useable. Our waiter, Eric, was excellent. We could not charge the dinner to our room.
A buffet breakfast was included and the choice was expansive even with some meat and salad with feta cheese but there was little service unless one asked for help even though 3 waitresses stood and just watched. Perhaps there is a management issue. The next day at about 10 a.m. there was no toilet paper in the guest toilets.
Beds were comfortable.
Maybe it was just that the hotel was far less expensive than the others we stayed in and not sure if there is anything better in Keetmanshoop." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia; 4n in South Africa
"Good for Namibian town life"
We liked this place as it gave us a feel for Namibian life as the restaurant was used by locals as well as tourists.
Walking round Keetmanshoop watching Namibians going about their daily lives was also informative." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
"Central Lodge"
That said the beer was cold the soup and pizza were great." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
"Central Lodge review"
The hotel rooms are a little `tired` but the overall impression of the place with its court yard, restaurant ,and staff was very good." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
"Keetmanshoop"
lovely staff" See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe
"OK"
There was a bit of a frantic air in the hotel, with presumed members of the management marching up and down through the restaurant area and barking a few instructions to staff. We wished we had eaten more calmly and comfortably in the garden, which is a very pleasant area.
We visited the Quiver Tree Forest on our way to the town - well worth the short diversion." See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia
"Central Lodge review"
Pool cloudy/unattractive.
Helpful people.
Keetmanskop not of much interest and dead after 7.00 p.m." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
"Good place to stop over on the way south"
The highlight is definitely the sunny central courtyard. Rooms are very basic, but clean and tidy. Easy drive to the Quivertree forest." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia
"Good stopover point"
Food and restaurant excellent. Rooms a bit cramped but well equipped. Service and staff generally good although we had a bit of delay getting our bill on departure but management quickly stepped in.
We would recommend this as a stop over or for a longer stay." See all these reviews: 28n in Namibia; 5n in South Africa
"Central Lodge review"
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