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Essence of Africa Guesthouse

Property class: 3
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Windhoek guest house

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, an air conditioner, and a curtain.
A compact kitchen with a washing machine, a microwave, a toaster, and a sink.
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table with a plant and fruit, a painting on the wall, and a kitchen area with cabinets and a counter.
An open door leading into a hallway with a tiled floor and a metal gate on the right.
A room with a refrigerator stocked with beverages, two black chairs, a red cushion, and a wall clock.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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9 Goudsnip Street, Windhoek, Khomas, 9000
  • Place, Namibia University of Science and Technology Hotel School
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Post Street Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Zoo Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Windhoek (WDH-Hosea Kutako)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Budget Double Room

A bathroom with a toilet, bathtub, and a shower.

Budget Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A small bathroom with a bathtub, sink, toilet, and a mirror.

Delux Double Room

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a mirror.

Delux Family room

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Windhoek

In Windhoek .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Windhoek guesthouse, you'll find Namibia University of Science and Technology Hotel School and Wernhil Park. UNAM Leisure Centre and Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Namibia University of Science and Technology Hotel School - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Post Street Mall - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Zoo Park - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Owambo Campaign Memorial - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Christ Church - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Windhoek Station - 10 min drive
  • Windhoek (ERS-Eros) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kfc - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪KFC Southgate - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Slowtown Coffee Roasters - Windhoek CBD - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Essence of Africa Guesthouse

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Windhoek guest house
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Essence of Africa Guesthouse also features barbecue grills, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Windhoek guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Essence of Africa Guesthouse offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Windhoek guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NAD 80 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: NAD 100 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of NAD 100.00 per stay
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 11 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NAD 80 per person
  • Pet deposit: NAD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: NAD 100 per pet, per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Essence Africa Guesthouse Windhoek
Essence Africa Guesthouse
Essence Africa Windhoek
Essence Of Africa
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Essence of Africa Guesthouse to the airport?

Essence of Africa Guesthouse is 3.7 mi (7-min drive) away from the Windhoek (ERS-Eros) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Essence of Africa Guesthouse?

As of Sept 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essence of Africa Guesthouse on Sept 8, 2026 start from CA $56, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Essence of Africa Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Essence of Africa Guesthouse offers an airport shuttle.

Does Essence of Africa Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Essence of Africa Guesthouse, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of NAD 80 per person. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Essence of Africa Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino (5-min drive) and Plaza Casino (5-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Essence of Africa Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Essence of Africa Guesthouse?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Essence of Africa Guesthouse have a pool?

Essence of Africa Guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Essence of Africa Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Essence of Africa Guesthouse to downtown Windhoek?

Essence of Africa Guesthouse is 1.4 mi away from Windhoek.

Essence of Africa Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Nelito

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very quiet

I like the guest house and can recomend it. It's not really at the city town but close to Windhoek town center. Suitable for couple band Honey moon .Taximan struggled to find the location but easily find it when picked me to the airport. It's close to the shops.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018