Windhoek

This is your chance to stay in a turn-of-the-20th-century castle, a white fort with battlements set high on a hill and commissioned by a German count for his fiancée in 1914. — Fodor's

Refined elegance is the order of the day at this boutique hotel...which features 10 individually decorated rooms and two suites awash in fine linens, handcrafted furniture and all-around good taste. — Lonely Planet

Hostels are hard to come by in this country but ‘The Box’ has been doing it for years, with a rep as one of Windhoek’s better backpackers. — Lonely Planet

Hands-down our favourite place in Windhoek to stay, Tamboti is very well priced, has a great vibe and terrific hosts who will go out of their way to ensure you are comfortable. — Lonely Planet

Windhoek's premier boutique hotel, the Olive Exclusive, with it's six large suites each decorated thematically according to each of Namibia's regions, is an upmarket treat. — Fodor's

This rather grand-looking affair has great-sized rooms, the very friendly staff have a good attitude towards hospitality and serve a decent breakfast. — Lonely Planet

With a chilled vibe and a considerable range of accommodation options, this Backpackers offers decent-sized, luxurious African-chic rooms and spick-and-span dorms at shoestring prices. — Lonely Planet

Styling itself as a boutique hotel, the long-standing White House has good if unexciting rooms – those opening onto the garden are the nicest. — Lonely Planet

Perched on a hilltop in Eros Park, akin to the Beverly Hills of Windhoek, Hotel Thule commands some of the most impressive views of any hotel in the capital. — Lonely Planet

Daan Viljoen Lodge provides luxury accommodation within Daan Viljoen Game Park – a refreshing alternative for those who can't handle city life. — Lonely Planet

Known locally as the Sands, this hotel has rooms that are pleasant with a recent decor uplift giving the property just enough character to make it comfortable and elegant. — Fodor's

A pleasant haven located about 30 minutes by foot from the city centre...offering well-designed rooms of varying price, size and comfort that attract laid-back travellers looking for a quiet retreat. — Lonely Planet

This unique Mediterranean-African hybrid features whimsically decorated rooms complete with original paintings and arty touches. — Lonely Planet

Although it has an excellent city-centre location just a few minutes’ walk from Independence Ave, this small hotel-pension is sheltered from the hustle and bustle of the street scene. — Lonely Planet

This small and lovely guesthouse is very centrally located on Robert Mugabe Avenue, just a 5- to 10-minute walk from downtown Windhoek. — Fodor's

Just on the outskirts of Windhoek, this well-appointed lodge has all the safari charm and sophistication of a luxury lodge. — Fodor's

Located just a few minutes outside of Namibia's capital city, Windhoek, lies River Crossing Lodge: a haven for both relaxation and adventure activities. — Afar Magazine

Highly recommended by travellers, the Belvedere has classically styled rooms, quiet grounds and professional service. — Lonely Planet

Feeling of being in someone's home starts upon entering the lounge decorated with African art and strewn with magazines by a fireplace, and continues thanks to the personalized and friendly service. — Fodor's