Reviews of Olive Grove
Wildlife sightings and reviews
417 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
"Olive Grove review"
If we were to stay more than one night, we think we would have looked for somewhere that was closer to restaurants and the centre of Windhoek. However, it was ideal for the one night we stayed here.
We also appreciated that it was only around 45 minutes from the airport." See all these reviews: 25n in Namibia; 5n in South Africa
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After our long flights we decided to dine in house and we were very pleased with the delicious meal in lovely surroundings. Excellent breakfast too.
Car parking was very tight but the staff member who assisted us was brilliant.
There are a few awkward step at this property to both rooms and restaurant which might be a problem for some people." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
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Would definitely return if we ever returned to Windhoek." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
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"Comfortable"
Perfectly fine for a first night stop to get your bearings and recover from the flight." See all these reviews: 26n in Namibia
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Outside our room was a small table and chairs under an awning overlooking the small parking area which was nice to use while we had a cup of tea, enjoying the pleasant temperature. There was also plenty of parking immediately opposite the gate which was not inconvenient if the parking area inside the gate was full.
We didn't use the small swimming pool but saw other guests using it.
We were glad we had reserved a table for dinner in advance as the food was excellent. It included a lovely broccoli and pear soup and one of the choices for main was eland fillet, delicious and beautifully cooked although we heard later it was actually springbok as eland was unavailable that day. Breakfast was also impressive.
The location was good - outside the main area of the town but close to a small shopping mall where we were able to pick up some supplies (water and snacks) for the long drives ahead and close to the main road network so we were able to get away to our next destination promptly, although we did stop to take some pictures of the famous church in the middle of a roundabout.
The staff filled our flask with coffee for us when we were leaving but we had forgotten to bring travel mugs. However, the lovely lady who checked us out found 2 disposable coffee cups with lids for us. She also provided a packed lunch for a small extra charge." See all these reviews: 19n in Namibia; 3n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
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Perfect one nighter before embarking on trip." See all these reviews: 14n in Namibia
"Olive Grove review"
Friendly and helpful staff. Tea and coffee facilities and home made cookies provided. Also sherry and chocolates.
We decided to eat in for dinner and were very satisfied with the choice of starter, mains and dessert.
Breakfast was served at the table with a choice of both continental and cooked.
The pool was very small and could be described as decorative rather than functional.
The staff were friendly and we would choose Olive Grove again if we ever returned to Windhoek." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
"Olive Grove review"
We enjoyed the evening meal we had there." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia
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