Reviews of Cornerstone Guesthouse
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291 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Cornerstone Guesthouse and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
"Cornerstone Guesthouse review"
The Cornerstone was also very nice and we were very comfortable there. Rooms were spacious. The staff were efficient but not over friendly. Our personal preference would have been to stay the 3 nights at Organic Square." See all these reviews: 18n in Namibia
"Cornerstone Guesthouse review"
Pleasant family members to help guests and good service from other staff" See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
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Private day tour to coast south of Swakopmund including Sandwich Harbour:
This was one of the highlights of our entire trip. The co-owner, Naude Dreyer, who drove us, is well informed and passionate amateur naturalist, so his knowledge added a lot to the marvelous landscapes we saw. Every moment of the five-plus hours was wonderful. Sandwich Harbour 4 x 4 is highly recommended for this trip.
Private scenic flight over the desert:
An 'excellent' rating because of the nature we saw, though we didn't feel that we truly had a customized flight but instead that the pilot was keen to follow a standard scenic flight. That's not to say that we didn't fly over what was listed, but that that list was generated by Scenic Flight's routine itinerary more than our submitted interests." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
"Cornerstone Guesthouse review"
Breakfast was good and the garden is charming. Parking is in a secure compound. There is free WiFi in the rooms.
Kukis pub opposite the supermarket gives good meals but is busy - best to book. Watch out for hawkers and 'education beggars' if you visit The Tug or the Jetty restaurants, very popular with tourists, on the sea front." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia; 6n in South Africa
"Cornerstone Guesthouse review"
We were checked in very quickly and helped (strongly encouraged) to book dinner in town that night, and calls were made to restaurants for us to find a table. We were very thankful they had done that for us, as it was definitely necessary.
The guesthouse is in a really good spot to walk around Swakopmund, and the owners were happy for us to leave our car in the secure car park after we had checked out while we explored the town." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
"Friendly Cornerstone"
The rooms, indeed the whole place, was immaculate. We used the laundry service and found it very efficient." See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia
"Cornerstone Guesthouse review"
"A very comfortable B&B in Swakopmund"
A good base for activities, choice of restaurants and a short walk to the centre of town or the beach.
We organised a Sandwich Harbour Day Trip from Swakopmund for these travellers. They commented:
"Excellent.
A fascinating day-trip to a beautiful spot.
Our guide, Ernst of Turnstone Tours, gave us a wonderful experience, with a lot of the history of the area, geological factors and the natural history of the sea and the dunes. It was an exhilarating drive along the beach at high tide and we were the only people at our destination. We waded through lagoons and climbed the dunes for a fantastic view. Thoroughly recommended!"" See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
"Cornerstone - A pleasant play to stay"
Easy and safe to walk into town for restaurants etc.
Rooms based round an attractive courtyard.
Good breakfast in pleasant dining room
Owners helpful with suggestions on eateries etc." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
"Cornerstone Guesthouse review"
The staff could not have been more helpful, making calls for us to book trips and restaurants.
Eleanor and Russell did the kayaking trip, which they thought was amazing. At the same time, we explored the town, including two hours in the excellent museum, which taught us a lot about Namibia.
We all did the Sandwich Harbour tour, guided by the excellent Ernest. Outstanding thing to do, including lunch in the dunes with table and chairs, and table cloth! Ernest knew all the birds very well.
We had dinners at The Tug (excellent), and Kucki's Pub and Erich's (both perfectly fine).
We went to the crystal gallery, which we really enjoyed, and Eleanor bought a lovely little necklace in the unique Namibian Pietersite stone. Peter at Cornerstone asked if we would put a review on Tripadvisor, which they find useful. We will do so." See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 2n in Zimbabwe; 1n in South Africa
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