Desert Whisper

5.7 km West off C19, 9000 Solitaire, Namibia – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 10.0/10! <small>(score from <b>27</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
27 reviews
a bed in a room with a view of the desert at Desert Whisper in Solitaire
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Desert Whisper

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  • Entire home
  • 1076 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Swimming Pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking

Set within the Gondwana Namib Park, Desert Whisper offers luxurious accommodation 34 km from Solitaire. This villa features panoramic views overlooking the Namib Desert. This one-bedroom villa features a spacious deck with a private plunge pool overlooking the desert. It has an open-plan living area with a fully-equipped kitchen, lounge and dining area. All meals, snacks and local drinks are included in the rates. Guests can also choose between doing a morning scenic drive, a sundowner drive, a Sossusvlei excursion or a guided E-bike tour. Other facilities include free WiFi and a BBQ. Sesreim is within 60 km of Desert Whisper.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (10.0)

Breakfast info

Continental

FREE private parking!

Activities:

Game drives

Walking tours

Bike tours

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.4
Location
10
High score for Solitaire
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Federica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “stunning location, secluded and intimate. the view is out of this world”
  • Jaroslaw
    Poland Poland
    “Fantastic staff Thank you Edi! Beautiful design. Fantastic food and more....”
  • Jenny
    Zimbabwe Zimbabwe
    “it was everything I expected and more took so many pictures because it was so breath taking”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Gondwana Collection Namibia

Company review score: 9.2Based on 6,815 reviews from 41 properties
41 managed properties

Company information

WELCOME TO GONDWANA COLLECTION Where the Namib Desert stretches languidly from the Atlantic Ocean and wild land extends into infinity, dreams become real. At this place where fantasy meets reality, you'll find the Gondwana Collection safely positioned. Take our outstretched hand and let us introduce you to our extraordinary country, Namibia. From the massive chasms of the Fish River Canyon, the fossilised dunes of the Namib Desert and the red sands of the Kalahari Desert to the waterways of the Kavango and Zambezi, there are countless marvels to behold. Explore this awe-inspiring wilderness from the warmth of our lodges, created with conservation cognizance and ample character. And return to relax after an exciting day of discovery. This is the Gondwana feeling: Namibia with heart and soul. Come and stay with us, experience Namibia.

Property information

Creatively constructed with sublime desert views, Desert Whisper is designed as a luxuriously special desert retreat for two. Inspired by nature and natural shapes, material and colors, your contemporary desert home is one that you may never want to leave. Pad around your open-plan lounge and dining area with its well-stocked bar and fully-equipped kitchen; to your bedroom and en-suite bathroom with their spectacular desert vistas. Soak up the scenery on the terrace with a glass of wine or steaming cup of coffee, and stroll along the wooden walkway to take a dip in the cool refreshing water of your personal plunge pool.

Neighbourhood information

SOSSUSVLEI / SESRIEM This ancient desert tried to call attention to itself for 50-80 million years. It grew to 2000 kilometres long and nearly 200 kilometres wide, assembled lofty sand dunes and sculpted a range of artistically designed dunes in various shapes. It harboured flora and fauna in its sands and called the soft mist from the ocean to sustain them. It even welcomed the diamonds that had washed down the Orange River and into the Atlantic into its generous arms. And, no-one gave it a second thought. Finally, we are willing to receive the magnificence of the Namib Desert. Diamonds were discovered in the early 1900s, the Namib Sand Sea was proclaimed a World Heritage site in 2013 and thousands of visitors annually pay homage to the magnificence of Sossusvlei and Dead Vlei. If there is a place in Namibia where Gondwana lodges are not lacking, it is where the Namib tells its endless stories in breathtaking pictures, forms and colors. Here where the red sand ocean leads a hopeless battle for day-to-day survival against the burning sun, we have created unique havens of unforgettable moments: The Desert Grace, Namib Desert Lodge and Namib Dune Star Camp.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Desert Whisper
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Fan
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool cover
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Game drives
Outdoor & View
  • Pool view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Detached
Transport
  • Bicycle rental
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Express check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Miscellaneous
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Desert Whisper takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 19:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 06:00 to 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Desert Whisper accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 05:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Desert Whisper in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 05:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Desert Whisper

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Desert Whisper on this page.

  • Check-in at Desert Whisper is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Desert Whisper has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Desert Whisper is 15.5 miles from the centre of Solitaire. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Desert Whisper is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Desert Whisper may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Desert Whisper can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Desert Whisper offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Walking tours
    • Bicycle rental
    • Swimming Pool
    • Bike tours
    • Game drives

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Desert Whisper on this page.

  • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Desert Whisper on this page.