Reviews of Olive Grove
Wildlife sightings and reviews
418 independent comments and wildlife information from our travellers who have visited Olive Grove and kindly agreed to share their thoughts. They do not necessarily represent the views of Expert Africa
Mr & Mrs M
Aberdeen
"Classy city hotel"
1 night Arrived 25 Jun 2015
"We stayed here at both the start and end of our trip, for 1 night each time. We enjoyed both of our stays. The breakfasts were very good, We also had our evening meals here and although not the cheapest place to eat, the dinners were very good indeed, really good food. The Namibian date and brandy cake/pudding was particularly tasty! The port and chocolate for bedtime was a nice and unusual touch.
On both stays our rooms were very comfortable. Our room on the second visit was booked as Standard, whilst on our first visit it was booked as Luxury. However, we'd be hard pressed to say what was superior about the room we stayed in the first time: indeed by comparison, the standard room was a bit brighter and didn't open out onto the road, so was quieter. Based on our experience I would recommend simply booking a standard room.
Another thought - it might be good to request/check that you don't have a room opening out directly onto the reception/dining area (I think this was rooms 1, 2 and 3) - those rooms might feel a lack of privacy and risk a bit noise." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
On both stays our rooms were very comfortable. Our room on the second visit was booked as Standard, whilst on our first visit it was booked as Luxury. However, we'd be hard pressed to say what was superior about the room we stayed in the first time: indeed by comparison, the standard room was a bit brighter and didn't open out onto the road, so was quieter. Based on our experience I would recommend simply booking a standard room.
Another thought - it might be good to request/check that you don't have a room opening out directly onto the reception/dining area (I think this was rooms 1, 2 and 3) - those rooms might feel a lack of privacy and risk a bit noise." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Excellent
Ms K
Alberta
"Olive Grove review"
1 night Arrived 2 Jun 2015
"This was reviewed previously. [Ed: see below!]"
See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Ms K
Alberta
"A peaceful oasis"
2 nights Arrived 15 May 2015
"This was a nice place to stay in Windhoek. Very quiet and less 'urban' than many hotels. Their dinners were great."
See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana; 3n in Zimbabwe
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Excellent
Mr A & Mrs M
Scotland
"Olive Grove review"
1 night Arrived 27 Apr 2015
"the evening meal was one of the best on our trip."
See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia; 5n in Botswana; 2n in Zambia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Service:
Good
Activities:
Average
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Average
Mrs V
Stratford
"Olive Grove review"
1 night Arrived 30 Jan 2015
"Mediterranean style accommodation, not luxurious but perfectly acceptable. Had our evening meal there which was easy, good food pleasantly served. Good breakfast and provided a packed lunch the next day."
See all these reviews: 12n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Average
Food:
Good
Ms B
London
"Olive Grove review"
1 night Arrived 23 Nov 2014
"Already reviewed earlier in the form. [Ed: see below]"
See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Ms B
London
"A really lovely stay in central Windhoek."
1 night Arrived 17 Nov 2014
"Olive Grove was the perfect place to stay for a night before we set off on our drive around Namibia.
It's a very pretty place in a central location, and dinner was delicious." See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana
It's a very pretty place in a central location, and dinner was delicious." See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Excellent
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Excellent
Food:
Excellent
Facilities:
Excellent
Ms C & Mr M
Hants
"Olive Grove review"
1 night Arrived 4 Nov 2014
"Room & bathroom were quite nice, but the bare concrete floors were rather unwelcome. The receptionist was very helpful.
We were a bit surprised when they wanted to close the lounge area by 9pm, stopping any use of the computer. Breakfast was fine if unremarkable. Overall, a pleasant but not exceptional B&B." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana
We were a bit surprised when they wanted to close the lounge area by 9pm, stopping any use of the computer. Breakfast was fine if unremarkable. Overall, a pleasant but not exceptional B&B." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia; 4n in Botswana
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Average
Mr & Dr N
Edinburgh
"Lovely overnight stay"
1 night Arrived 23 Oct 2014
"Good overnight stop in attractive part of Windhoek - easy access to centre but quiet location. Friendly & helpful staff.
Excellent dinner at adjacent "boutique" sister lodge.
Really good massage" See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia
Excellent dinner at adjacent "boutique" sister lodge.
Really good massage" See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Good
Service:
Excellent
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Good
Mr & Mrs R
Halifax
"Good rest after a long flight"
1 night Arrived 15 Oct 2014
"A brief stay here to recover after a long flight and prepare for our big adventure.
Champagne on ice in the room on our arrival - a nice touch - the holiday was off to a good start!
Good nights sleep in a very comfortable bed after a substaintial first meal in Namibia - the steak was delicious.
Generous breakfast packs to take with us on our early morning departure." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Champagne on ice in the room on our arrival - a nice touch - the holiday was off to a good start!
Good nights sleep in a very comfortable bed after a substaintial first meal in Namibia - the steak was delicious.
Generous breakfast packs to take with us on our early morning departure." See all these reviews: 15n in Namibia
Experience Report
Overall Rating:
Good
Location:
Average
Service:
Good
Rooms:
Good
Food:
Good
Facilities:
Average
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