Avani Windhoek Hotel: Our full report
In the heart of Windhoek’s CBD the Avani Windhoek Hotel and Casino (formerly known as the Kalahari Sands ...
... Hotel) has a convenient location. As for many large hotels it offers a high level of facilities and comfort, but it's also good value. There are 156 rooms of varying types and there is a decent restaurant: The Dunes Restaurant and the Oasis bar lounge, which has a terrace overlooking Independence Avenue. As the name suggests there is a casino for those who fancy a flutter.Our view
Stay here if you want to be in the centre of town with ease of access to bars, restaurants and shops, but be aware that this is a large hotel so may lack the personal attention that you would usually get in a smaller bed and breakfast.
Country manager: Namibia
Geographics
- Location
- Windhoek, Namibia
- Ideal length of stay
- 1 night
- Accessible by
- Self-drive or Fly-and-Transfer
Food & drink
- Usual board basis
- Bed & Breakfast
Children
- Attitude towards children
Communications
- Water supply
- Mains
Health & safety
- Malarial protection recommended
- No
- Dangerous animals
- Low Risk
- Fire safety
Activities
Cultural excursion
Extras
- Disabled access
- Laundry facilities
- 0
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