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Sossusvlei Lodge

4.0 star property
Travelers can relax on sun loungers by the pool during the day or connect with other guests at the manager's social reception each evening

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Located near Sesriem Canyon, Sossusvlei Lodge serves breakfast and dinner at its restaurant and provides free WiFi throughout. Guests can spend time at the swimming pool or visit the nearby Elim Dune. Previous visitors particularly appreciate the attentive multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room Single Use, 1 Single Bed

  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Superior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Desert view
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite, Private Pool

  • Desert view
  • 68 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Twin Room (Single Use)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Desert view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Sesriem is home to Sossusvlei Lodge. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sesriem Canyon and Elim Dune. Namib Desert is another place to visit that comes recommended. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game drives and game viewing. Visit our Sesriem travel guide
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Map
Entrance gate to Namibi Naukluft Park, Sesriem, 6900

What's nearby

  • A canyon with layered rock formations and a clear blue sky.
    Sesriem Canyon
    5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Mt. Naukluftberge
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Elim Dune
    12 min drive - 7.2 km

Restaurants

  • Sesriem Campsite Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Desert Camp Pool bar
    8 min drive

About this property

Sossusvlei Lodge

  • Upscale lodge near Sesriem Canyon
  • Located close to Elim Dune, Sossusvlei Lodge provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
  • Other perks include:
    • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free self-parking
    • Coffee/tea in reception, helicopter/aeroplane tours and 1 meeting room
    • Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a gift shop
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Sossusvlei Lodge have comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Showers and free toiletries
    • Patios, fridges and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Built in 1994
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Sossusvlei Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sossusvlei Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sossusvlei Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sossusvlei Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sossusvlei Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Sossusvlei Lodge located?

Situated in Sesriem, this lodge is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Sesriem Canyon, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Elim Dune and Namib Desert.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Sossusvlei Lodge Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 188 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 188 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 188 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 188 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 188 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great views and contact with the animals
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect - just outside the gate! The grounds were immaculate, with views you couldn't believe. Animals right from your dinner! The food was excellent - I couldn't believe how good given it was buffet style! I would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A superb location with good facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The accommodation is close to the NP. very simple, the room smells of the sink and mold. The dinner is very tasty and wide variety of the food.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an excellent lodge with a wonderful adventure center that enabled us to enjoy our stay to the fullest extent. Also, the food was delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

Thank you, we had an amazing stay.

Loved everything about this resort, the stuff were soo welcoming and lovely. The meals were amazing, rooms and public facilities were spotless! I would recommend 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wessel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Views of the desert
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Right at the Sossusvlei park gate. Beautiful desert setting. Welll laid out with convenient central area for dining, bar and services.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Location is one of the only things going for this lodge. It’s just by the gate to get into Sossusvlei. Staff are rude and inattentive. You get allocated a table for dinner but difficult to get attention to order drinks or to clear away your plates. It’s all buffet service so plenty of choice. They cater for bus loads of groups and not individuals. Found the bar staff rude and dismissive. Lunch options are poor, and you can’t order an à la carte lunch till after 2.30 and then limited options. We ended going to the garage a short walk away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Sossuvlei Lodge is a beautiful property, the staff we're friendly and professional. The meals are buffets with plenty of choices and good quality food. The Lodge is just outside the Sossuvlei park entrance do its conveniently located to the Dunes, Sesriem canyon and Deadvlei.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce and Jody

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

Super Awesome Stay

We had an amazing stay! Room 145 with the little pool was stunning! We used the pool everyday. The room is super spacious, beautifully decorated, every detail is perfect. The food was very good with a big variety to choose from. We took one of their activity flights to see an aerial view, highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sossusvlei Lodge offers a captivating desert experience with its stunning location at the entrance of iconic red dunes. The lodge's dinner buffet is a highlight, featuring a diverse and delicious spread that caters to various tastes. The combination of the delectable dining options and the lodge's strategic positioning make it an excellent choice for travelers seeking both culinary delights and convenient access to the mesmerizing Sossusvlei landscape.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Niraj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall: excellent property with perfect food choices. Needs to improve in unit: (a) toilet is smelly and (b) AC capacity is not enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ferenc Bence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice stay overall. Our chalet was spacious with an amazing desert & mountain view. We opted in for full board and food was great with plenty of choice. A bit weirdly, we had fish which was fresh and well prepared (couldn't say the same for all the places we stayed at in Namibia, even of others were by the ocean). Finally, the property's location is very good for visiting Sossusvlei - right at the park's great, not and hour drive away like many others.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanna

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

Well run, good location

We stayed two nights at Sossuvlei Lodge - as it is a perfect jumping off point into the national park. This location worked well for their organised morning tour (which eas good) and a self-guided trip to Sesriem Canyon. The lodge is larger and more busy than many other in Namibia (because of the location) so be prepared for a lot of people and Western style busy dinner buffet. The lodge is unbounded to the desert which is nice for seeing Oryx come wandering nearby. Our room was large, but the bathroom oddly hot with a strange smell. Overall, the place was what we wanted so we we're pleased with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I came to Namibia to photograph the country, especially Deadvlei. I traveled 1000 miles in a 4x4 truck and I travel spontaneously without a strict itinerary. I needed a hotel to stay near the entrance to Namibi Naukluft Park and Sossuvlei Lodge was perfect!! It is located a 3-minute drive from the park entrance. It was perfect. While staying at the lodge, I was able to find dark space back behind my room and get incredible photos of the stars and the Milky Way. The lodge is beautiful and luxurious. The staff were friendly and very helpful. Breakfast and dinner were top-notched and included such interesting and delicious foods. I didn't realized until I checked out that this lodge is considered one of the best in the world! I whole-heartedly recommend Sossuvlei Lodge!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Atyria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was decent and clean and very close to the dunes entry area. Our unit was a bit of a walk away from the parking area so that was a challenge. Also, there is no wifi in the rooms (really no wifi in all of the area). You had to go to the restaurant or bar area to get wifi and that was very frustrating. I could not even make phone calls from my room without a wifi connection. I think this information should be made known ahead of time so people can prepare for that situation.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Beautiful oasis near Sossusvlei. Helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

YENUS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Loved It
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely lodge in the desert with air conditioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

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

Great stay

Beautiful setting! Loved the hotel and would definitely recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clint

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great food, great staff.?
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WANDE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful and perfect lodge
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita

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

Peaceful oasis

Loved this peaceful oasis, especially after hot and sandy days in the desert. Lovely dinner buffet, nice rooms and lovely sunset views.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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