Reviews of Olive Grove
Wildlife sightings and reviews
415 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"
The rooms were air-conditioned and attractive. The food was good but not awesome. The overall feel of the place was welcoming and busy, partly because it is close to down-town.
Compared to our experience in the camps, the service wasn't quite as good, but by then we were setting the bar pretty high. Never did figure out how to work the safe." See all these reviews: 8n in Namibia
"Olive Grove review"
I have to add that it is not the fault of the guesthouse, but there were 2 dogs continuously barking all night from the private house next door—this did not improver the atmosphere." See all these reviews: 10n in Namibia
"Ideal overnight"
The rooms were charming and the meals absolutely delicious (possibly the best we encountered in Namibia).
A very welcoming first stop and one we would not hesitate to return to." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
"My stay here"
"A good base for the end of our trip"
They were very accommodating and let us leave our car there on the morning of departure, so that we could explore the city centre ahead of needing to get back to the airport." See all these reviews: 13n in Namibia
"Overnight stay at Olive Grove"
A great start to our holiday." See all these reviews: 9n in Namibia
"OK for an overnight stay"
We had an excellent breakfast with a varied menu. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. This a adequate place for an overnight but we would not consider it for a more prolonged stay." See all these reviews: 7n in Namibia; 7n in Botswana; 2n in Zimbabwe
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"Olive Grove review"
Glad to have spent a full day there when KLM failed to bring a plane from Amsterdam.
The staff was so nice, the rooms and shower very good. The food ok" See all these reviews: 16n in Namibia
"Olive Grove review"
We were there on our last night too, and the staff were very helpful with taxis into Windhoek for us. Highly recommend Joe's Beerhouse - only 5 minutes away by cab. We had a lovely meal there on our last night (gets very busy so best to book).
We also ate at Olive Grove which was very good too." See all these reviews: 17n in Namibia
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