Travel reviews by Mr P from New Jersey

"While it was a bit of walk across the airport to get there, once there, all was fine.

Check-in was straightforward and the room was fine.

The restaurant on site was good."

"Our first day in Namibia.

It is unfortunate that it isn't recommended to walk in the neighborhood at night, but the management helped us get a taxi to Joe's Beerhouse, which was a fine place for dinner.

The room, grounds and breakfast were all fine."

"Outstanding place in every possible way, including ways we hadn't even thought about.

Above all the service was excellent, but we enjoyed the location, the views, the trips, and the food.

Though the telescope was out for repairs and there was no resident astronomer, I had brought my telescope and spent 2 nights sharing the sky with staff and other guests."

"A pleasant stay in Swakopmund, with many nearby restaurants and bars. We also found a laundry to wash our clothes. And we had to repair one of our tires. Sort of a German beach town. The boat trip to Walvis Bay was wonderful."

"Elephants! And another chance to look at the stars with staff and guests. The management was kind enough to allow me to use the roof floor of the lodge for a night.

Though it could get hot during the October afternoons and the wind could be somewhat strong, the rooms were comfortable.

Wonderful staff and food."

"While the facilities were adequate (it was particularly nice to have AC in the hot October afternoons), the real draw here is the animals, of which there were so many. Our first night we went on a after-dark drive and saw hyenas and jackels ripping apart a springbok. The next day we saw lionesses lounging under a tree after killing a zebra. But maybe the greatest feature is the watering hole which is lit so that you can watch the animals at night, including elephants, giraffes, and rhinos.

The recommendation to pay in cash was ill-advised, as there was no problem with using credit and there was also no ATM on site. Fortunately we did not run out, and we were able to get our deposit back in cash. Cash was required for petrol however."

"Again great staff, food, and tours. Fantastic view of lounging male lions and even a close encounter with a herd of elephants.

We got our 2nd flat tire here after driving through Etosha the day before. The staff were kind enough to swap the tire, though as we found out later the tire was irreparable.

We also got a chance to do some star gazing with the staff and guests.

One thing we found difficult was the tent/rooms. In the afternoon heat, the fans and ventilation were not enough to compensate for the October heat and we found it difficult to rest. The water also heated up during the day so that by the afternoon there was no cold water from the taps. As we found out later, the facilities next door at Mushara Outpost seemed a bit nicer, but on the other hand there seemed to be fewer guests, so perhaps it was just as well. (It's always nice to talk with other guests.)"

"Another extraordinary place. Great staff and food, but the trip to look for leopards was amazing.

We even were awakened by a lion roaring in the morning."

"A pleasant last day in Windhoek and Namibia. Great staff and food."