Olive Grove Guesthouse
Olive Grove is a small upmarket accommodation establishment situated close to the city centre in a quiet, peaceful area. The guesthouse takes homely atmosphere to a different level. Recently refurbished, each room has been decorated and painted with new colour schemes allowing a different feel, but with the same elegant and simplistic emphasis on décor. The newly renovated, open-plan kitchen allows guests to see how meals are prepared, while they enjoy a drink in the lounge. The menu was also reinvented and is now fully a la carte, quite unique for a guesthouse. Home-style food is rounded off with great presentation, pushing up the level of the guesthouse dining experience. Guests are not far from the city centre, giving them access to a host of local amenities such as restaurants and the local museums. Enjoying the nightlife of the city whilst basking in the natural beauty of the region is what visiting Namibia is all about.
Olive Grove Guesthouse, Windhoek, Namibia
Olive Grove Guesthouse is situated close to the city centre in a quiet, peaceful area. Airport shuffles are also available to guests at the property.
- The property offers 24-hour security, complimentary Wi-Fi, a pool bar and restaurant
- Each room offers guests air conditioning, an En-suite, mini bar, veranda and an in-room safe
- Guests can choose between a standard room, luxury room or executive suite at the property
- Guests who stay here will be able to enjoy activities such as massages on-site and a host of cultural tours, hiking, museums and sightseeing in the region
- Airport shuffle is available as is a babysitting service, room service and laundry service
There are five standard rooms at the property, offering either a double or twin bed as well as a private En-suite with its own shower, bath or both. Facilities include an in-room safe, a multi-channel Satellite television, remote controlled air conditioning and also heating for complete comfort whatever the weather. Guests will also be able to unwind on 100% cotton bed linen and kimonos as well as down duvets. Alongside this there will be tea/ coffee making facilities and a fully stocked mini bar fridge.
Bathroom amenities will also be provided, offering shampoo, conditioner, body wash and lotion. Homemade cookies will make the stay all the more special as will turn down of Namibian chocolate and port. These rooms are also on the ground floor making them easily accessible for less-abled guests.
The newly renovated, open-plan kitchen allows guests to see how meals are prepared, while they enjoy a drink in the lounge. The menu was also reinvented and is now fully a la carte, quite unique for a guesthouse. Home-style food is rounded off with great presentation, pushing up the level of the guesthouse dining experience. The upper deck has been revamped into a private dining corner, with two Moroccan-style sections, for guests to get comfy on the large pillows and enjoy the ambiance and view from the top.
As Windhoek is not far to reach, guests who are interested in history can take a number of tours that celebrate the culture of Namibia. The Windhoek City Tour takes visitors exploring the area itself whilst the Ultimate Cultural San Skills Tour is an in-depth visit to the San Bushmen in their traditional village. Visitors can take this opportunity to learn about their own traditions such as how they use plants for medicinal purposes, how they hunt and how they celebrate through song and dance.
Olive Grove Guesthouse is home to its own small wellness centre that offers a range of massages for guests, allowing them to unwind. Treatments simply have to be pre-booked.
The region is known for its stunning outdoors and naturally hot weather, making it the perfect place to take up sports and activities that visitors would not be able to have anywhere else. This includes hiking, guided walks and a number of game drives. Biking tours are also available as is crossing the stunning ancient dunes.
Being so close to the town, there is an abundance of things to do as the sun goes down and night draws in. Visitors are able to try a traditional cooking class designed for beginners, getting to know the Namibian cuisine as well as the people who make it. There is also a ‘wine and wildlife’ experience for those wanting something less conventional. The day starts with a guided game drive, admiring the flora and fauna whilst at lunch, guests are welcomed to the ancient wine cellar at Okapuka Ranch.
Children of any age are welcome at Olive Grove Guesthouse, with anyone aged 18 years and above being considered adults at the property.