The Windhoek Country Club is a large, upscale hotel on the Western Bypass, on the edge of the suburbs rather than in the heart of the city, and it is built around leisure. It has 152 rooms, a four-star rating and a layout of gardens, terraces and low buildings that feels more like a resort than a business hotel. The Windhoek golf course lies right next door, a couple of minutes' walk away, and one of the restaurants looks out over the fairways. The hotel is connected to a convention centre, so it often hosts conferences, but it is also a comfortable stop for leisure travellers who want space after a long flight or before a long drive. Three on-site restaurants serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, there is a coffee shop for lighter bites, and spa services such as manicures and pedicures are available. A gym and two outdoor tennis courts add to the sporty feel, and the hotel welcomes families.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits to the west of the centre, so you will want a car or taxis for sightseeing. Free self-parking is available, which is a real advantage if you have hired a vehicle for the road trip. A free shuttle runs to a nearby shopping centre, which helps with last-minute supplies for the journey.
Central sights such as the Christuskirche, the Alte Feste and Independence Avenue are a short drive away. Ask the hotel about airport transfers in advance, since a shuttle is not part of the standard offer, and confirm how taxis reach the entrance when you arrive.
The rooms and the grounds
The rooms are designed for comfort, with free WiFi and room service around the clock, and the generous grounds give a sense of space that city-centre hotels cannot match. Three restaurants mean you can eat in without repeating yourself, and some have garden views. If you play golf, being next to the course is a draw, and non-golfers can enjoy the tennis courts, the gym and a stroll in the gardens.
Guests have mentioned a pool and sunbathing areas, but facilities can change, so check what is open and heated if swimming matters to you, especially in the cooler months. Babysitting can be arranged for a fee, and on-site shopping covers basics.
Who it suits
Families, golfers, conference visitors and self-drive travellers who value parking, space and on-site dining over walking distance to the centre. It is less suited to travellers who want to stroll out to cafes and bars each evening, or those who prefer an intimate boutique feel. Good to know: breakfast is usually charged separately unless your rate includes it, so check when booking.
Windhoek is generally calm in the evenings, but use taxis arranged by the hotel after dark. Plan a night or two here at the start or end of a trip, using it as a base to stock up, rest and organise the road ahead.
Why stay here
- ✓Four-star resort-style hotel
- ✓152 rooms
- ✓Next to Windhoek golf course
- ✓Three on-site restaurants
- ✓Spa services
- ✓Gym and two tennis courts
- ✓Free self-parking
- ✓Free in-room WiFi
Good questions
Is the Windhoek Country Club in the city centre?+
No. It sits on the Western Bypass in the suburbs, so you will usually drive or take a taxi to central sights such as the Christuskirche.
Does the hotel have a golf course?+
A golf course lies next to the hotel, about a two-minute walk away, and one of the restaurants overlooks it.
Is parking available?+
Yes, free self-parking is available, which suits guests who have hired a car for the road trip.
