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Waterberg Wilderness

3.0 of 5
Otjiwarongo, Namibia
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Konstanz, Germany
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9 reviews 9 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We first went to see the (state-run) lodges in the Waterberg Park, which we only saw from outside, but due to the trees: no view at all. We then went back to see Waterberg Wilderness Lodge, which we instantly liked because of the view. It was not much more expensive to our surprise. The room has been nice, clean, bathroom... More

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Antwerp, Belgium
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19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

We stayed at the Waterberg Wilderness Camp site in September 2011. After a friendly reception by the staff, we got a very nice spot with all the facilities that a camper can need: covered place to put a table, a BBQ, a small swimming pool with lounge chairs, clean ablution blocks and short hiking trails. All the camping spots are... More

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Oslo, Norway
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 January 2013

After spending the previous days in Ethosha it was truely nice to have some landscape again. The Waterberg WIlderness Lodge (the Waterberg Plateau Lodge is run by the same company, but we did not stay there) is nicely located at the end of a valley at the foot of the Waterberg plateau. We were looking forward to do finally some... More

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South Africa
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013

Travelling south to north, the Waterberg makes for a very pleasant change in scenery. I stayed for one night in mid-December 2012 and did not have the time to explore any of the hikes or other activities. This may indeed be very worthwhile and my comments are restricted to the accommodation. The rate includes bed and breakfast and at N$1057... More

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California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2012

We blindly chose the Waterberg Wilderness campsite over the NWR campsite because of its smaller overall size (for 2 people, the all-in cost between the sites is equivalent). The WW sites are decent- each have a braai block and small shelter, and an assigned private restroom with a hot shower/flush toilet/sink housed within common ablution block buildings. The tiny pool... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 July 2012

We stayed for the first time at the Waterberg Wilderness. This place is much better than the NRW camp and Waterberg Lodge. We had a great afternoon drive, rooms are clean and fresh, food was OK. Very beautiful scenery, and friendly staff!

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012

The location of the Plateau Rooms is fantastic, overlooking the African plain. Reception was very friendly, accessibility was limited, both the road to the lodge as well as the road on the premises. We were happy to have rented a 4x4. But as said, the plateau room made up for this. With a private plunge pool and large (but basic)... More

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Hamilton, New Zealand
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 October 2011

We stayed two nights at the Plateau lodge. The views from the room, its locations and the privacy was great. We used the plunge pool alot despite the cold water. Overall however we have mixed feelings about the place. The food was OK but not great. Service also was varied. We did the walk up on the Plateau led well... More

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Zürich
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33 hotel reviews
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011

We loved this place, the staff were friendly and very accommodating. Having stayed 1 night next door at the National Waterberg Park Hotel, we were pleasantly surprised by what was on offer here. Lots of guided walks, and trips. We were indeed lucky to get a Plateau Lodge room and what a treat! As it was winter, the nights were... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 August 2011 via mobile

we stayed for two nights in the plateau lodge at waterberg wilderness. we were completely unsatisfied. the staff is dedicated, but does not have the neccessery experiences the manage responsibilities that the owners give them. the rooms are a mix of lodge (main room) and backpacker place (bathroom). the food for is unaproptiate for a lodge in this price class.... More

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Address: Otjiwarongo, Namibia
Region: Namibia > Otjozondjupa Region > Otjiwarongo
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #8 of 11 Speciality lodging in Otjiwarongo
Price Range: $
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)

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