Reviews of Elegant Guesthouse
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134 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Elegant Guesthouse and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
Mr & Mrs I
NZ
"The Elegant Guesthouse review"
1 night Arrived 17 May 2011
"The receptionist was not (Lisel?) was not paricularly genuine or pleasant. It was cold and noisy.
Breakfast was good and the woman manning the desk when we left was very pleasant.
It was looking a bit shabby and I would not recommend it." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
Breakfast was good and the woman manning the desk when we left was very pleasant.
It was looking a bit shabby and I would not recommend it." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Average
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Good
Service:
Poor
Feedback Response
The owner of the Elegant Guesthouse corresponded with these guests through us to find out more about their comments. He was keen to rectify any issues as swiftly as possible and has already taken steps to ensure that he and his staff learn from this experience. The guests told us that a panel at the reception was loose giving the guesthouse a ‘shabby’ feel. The owner of Elegant Guesthouse explains that this was knocked out by someone’s knee accidentally and that they were just awaiting the joiner to fix it at the time. These guests went on to tell us that although they felt the guesthouse was noisy, they realise that this was partly the product of a town accommodation in comparison to the more remote safari camps that they had stayed at previously and during the rest of their trip. The owner explained to us that his aim is to have a guesthouse that is one of the best in Windhoek with a well thought out an modern décor, offering excellent service. He appreciates that these guests feedback on their stay and will use these comments to help him achieve this.
The Ramblers
UK
"The Elegant Guesthouse review"
3 nights Arrived 14 May 2011
"A pleasant if rather impersonal place to stay, with a good breakfast buffet and eggs cooked to order, and tea & coffee available all day. On arrival we were given a printed sheet warning us about muggings on tourists and advising us to take a taxi to and from the restaurant in the evening. On a weekday evening we drove into the centre of Windhoek and parked outside a restaurant where car-guards operate, and did not feel threatened or at risk in doing this. We enjoyed wonderful food at Gathemann's in a lovely old fashioned setting, also lunch on the terrace at Cafe Zoo was most enjoyable."
See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Mr & Mrs K
USA
"The Elegant Guesthouse review"
1 night Arrived 26 Apr 2011
"Downside: not walking distance to shops or restaurants,"
See all these reviews: 6n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Mr W & Miss H
London
"Nice welcoming place to spend our first night"
1 night Arrived 5 Apr 2011
"Nice welcoming place to spend our first night"
See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Facilities:
Average
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Mrs & Dr B
Richmond
"The Elegant Guesthouse review"
1 night Arrived 13 Nov 2010
"A good hotel for its purpose as an overnight stay before our flight. Helpful staff and comfortable room.
Pool was OK though it was raining so we only had a quick swim." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
Pool was OK though it was raining so we only had a quick swim." See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Mr T.
United Kingdom
"An Ideal First or Last Night Stop"
1 night Arrived 10 Nov 2010
"Situated on the side of Windhoek closest to the airport, the location is ideal.
The guesthouse has a very pleasing, modern design with good rooms, all at ground floor level and is in a quiet neighbourhood. There is an honesty system for any drinks you take from the fridge in the restaurant and complimentary tea and coffee at all times. There is secure parking and it is very easy to find after long flights when maybe you are not at your best. Breakfast is a combination of light buffet and someone to cook eggs etc in the open kitchen.
All in all we can't think of how it could have done it's job of a clean, quiet and comfortable first night stop any better." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
The guesthouse has a very pleasing, modern design with good rooms, all at ground floor level and is in a quiet neighbourhood. There is an honesty system for any drinks you take from the fridge in the restaurant and complimentary tea and coffee at all times. There is secure parking and it is very easy to find after long flights when maybe you are not at your best. Breakfast is a combination of light buffet and someone to cook eggs etc in the open kitchen.
All in all we can't think of how it could have done it's job of a clean, quiet and comfortable first night stop any better." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Average
Ms S & Mr D
London
"Elegant Guesthouse"
1 night Arrived 19 Oct 2010
"The Elegant Guesthouse is an oasis in Windhoek. It was straightforward to find driving from the airport. The staff were friendly and helpful and greeted us with a welcome drink. The guesthouse is close to the city centre - a short drive, we chose not to walk due to the heat and on the advice of staff at the guesthouse. We had an enjoyable dinner at Joe's Beer House - close by and well worth a visit (we took a taxi, NAD 50 each way).
Breakfast at the guesthouse was good, including eggs and bacon made to order.
We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return. The guesthouse is ideal for your first or last night in Namibia." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia
Breakfast at the guesthouse was good, including eggs and bacon made to order.
We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return. The guesthouse is ideal for your first or last night in Namibia." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Good
Ms H & Mrs J
London
"The Elegant Guesthouse final stop"
1 night Arrived 8 Oct 2010
"Same comments as before. We ate outside at Fusion again, same wine, same food...
Disappointed with Windhoek shopping, although the Alte Fest Museum was well worth the visit. The National Art Gallery was closed on Saturday, not as Chris says in his book. It might have been interesting to have had a guided tour of even just 1 hour. We had most of the day available but couldn't really fill it given shopping wasn't attractive.
Elegant were very accommodating with our late departure for the airport at 1530 hours." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Disappointed with Windhoek shopping, although the Alte Fest Museum was well worth the visit. The National Art Gallery was closed on Saturday, not as Chris says in his book. It might have been interesting to have had a guided tour of even just 1 hour. We had most of the day available but couldn't really fill it given shopping wasn't attractive.
Elegant were very accommodating with our late departure for the airport at 1530 hours." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Excellent
Service:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Excellent
Mr C & Mrs A
UK
"see previous comments"
1 night Arrived 5 Oct 2010
"See previous"
See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia; 6n in Botswana; 3n in Zambia; 3n in South Africa
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Mr R & Mrs I
Devon
"The Elegant Guesthouse review"
1 night Arrived 25 Sep 2010
"Bedroom was smallish and dark. Just one member of staff on duty but it is only a B & B. Breakdfast was average. Handy for Joe's Beerhouse for an evening meal"
See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Average
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Average
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