Reviews of The Stiltz
Wildlife sightings and reviews
68 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited The Stiltz and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
"unique place and location"
without a car one is a bit lost "out there"
we ate at the tug every night and the walk was perfectly safe even though one is a bit wary as there is no one in the streets" See all these reviews: 11n in Namibia
"The Stiltz review"
Rosi on reception was quite simply a star and managed to sort us out reservations at various restaurants, activities etc, and generally offer good advice.
I would highly recommend the 'Living Desert' safari tour searching for the 'little five' with a chap called Chris Nel. He is a knowleable and entertaining conservationist who appears to be taking on the problems of quad biking single-handed! A good morning activity and very informative (we did see all the animals listed too!)" See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
"The Stiltz review"
The breakfast room and breakfasts were fine and the staff were helpful tho they forgot to make a promised dinner booking one evening. In which connection we rate the Tug, even with the seaview and sunset, as over-crowded, over-noisy and over-rated, through not over-priced. But we are over-60." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
"Stupendous Stiltz by the Sea"
Very friendly welcome, helpful with booking boat trip, restaurant reservations and general directions. Appreciated that we had little time and were passionate to ensure we did what we wanted to do.
Breakfast room was delightful, great service, lovely fresh food and a good choice
Short walk from the sea and town - don't rush to the TUG restaurant go to the Kelder instead." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
"OK for a stay in that area"
"Chilly Swakopmund, warm welcome at Stiltz!"
The next morning we had a lovely breakfast in the stunning dining room and we happy to be heading out into the desert again.
I have to say that we have returned home definitely not fans of Swakopmund - a combination of the weather, people (having had the luxury of solitude), and an uninspired meal have served to put us off it. I think it would have helpful to have had a table reservation at a good restaurant before we arrived - the receptionist at Stlltz was arranging tables at the reknowned restaurants but there was no availability. Perhaps future guests could be advised of the need to book well in advance and arrangements be made accordingly." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
"High life at The Stiltz"
Walvis Bay cruise, with Laramon, very good value. We were lucky in seeing Bottle-nosed dolphins, Benguela dolphins, seals, cormorants. pelicans, flamingoes and even two hump-backed whales. Superb food and drink supplied on board!
Moonscape worth visiting but gave up on rest of Welwitschia Drive because of very poor road." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
"The Stiltz review"
No facilities after 6.00pm - everwhere is locked up. Noise from the walkways was intrusive esp early in the morning ." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
"Unique!"
"Above it all"
Proprietor has some good options for evening meal bookings. Swakopmund was the the most pleasant and enjoyable of the towns in Namibia." See all these reviews: 22n in Namibia
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