The Elegant Guesthouse

The guest house's main area includes a lounge with plump couches and a library. There is a large breakfast room, where tea and coffee are always available, and an honesty bar in the kitchen. Breakfast is a generous buffet, but other meals are not served here. However, the staff are happy to recommend local eateries and arrange a taxi. Doors from the main area lead to a tranquil garden, and there's a pool and secure parking.

Six bedrooms lead off a peaceful central courtyard. All are similar in terms of amenities, although room three is popular with honeymooners because it has a private patio and is closest to the swimming pool. Decorated with neutral colours and fabrics, each room has a double or twin beds, an en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet, air conditioning and a satellite TV. Extra blankets are provided for chilly winter nights, and the fluffy bathrobes are a lovely extra touch.

The Elegant Guesthouse is a friendly, comfortable place to stay while in Windhoek. We particularly like the tranquil garden – it is the perfect place to relax for a night or two at the start or end of a holiday in Namibia.We loved that there is an honesty bar in the restaurant area – a rare feature in this day and age.