Title: Onjala Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=16604693&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Onjala Lodge Find your perfect blend of adventure and tranquility amidst nature’s splendor. ## Photo gallery for Onjala Lodge ![Outdoor pool - Onjala Lodge (Windhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16604700/16604693/2ceba21a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine - Onjala Lodge (Windhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16604700/16604693/2070583c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily buffet breakfast (NAD 95 per person) - Onjala Lodge (Windhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16604700/16604693/w747h336x20y14-0308bab1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sauna, hot tub, body treatments, mud baths, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy - Onjala Lodge (Windhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16604700/16604693/f6038ef7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hiking - Onjala Lodge (Windhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16604700/16604693/a3f49ca7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Escape to Onjala Lodge, where the wild beauty of nature meets relaxation. Unwind with a hot stone massage at Zensations spa, enjoy a drink at the bar, or take in the breathtaking views from the terrace and garden. Stay active with hiking/biking trails and horseback riding on site. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 5 - Mar 6](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06&selected=16604693&PinnedHotelID=16604693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-05&endDate=2026-03-06&selected=16604693&PinnedHotelID=16604693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 6 - Mar 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=16604693&PinnedHotelID=16604693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=16604693&PinnedHotelID=16604693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=16604693&PinnedHotelID=16604693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=16604693&PinnedHotelID=16604693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 13 - Mar 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=16604693&PinnedHotelID=16604693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=16604693&PinnedHotelID=16604693&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Lodge Room ![In-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16604700/16604693/6ff68d33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Lodge Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Separate bedroom Private bathroom Free bottled water Coffee/tea maker In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Bungalow Room ![Bungalow Room | In-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16604700/16604693/39f4c89b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bungalow Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Separate bedroom Private bathroom Free bottled water Coffee/tea maker In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Panorama Suite ![Panorama Suite | In-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16604700/16604693/ecfed4a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Panorama Suite ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Fridge Separate bedroom Private bathroom Minibar Coffee/tea maker Free bottled water - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 5 - 2 Queen Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Windhoek travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windhoek.dx3772) [View more Lodges in Windhoek](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windhoek-Lodges.d3772-aaLodges.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-22.20582%2C17.58288&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MOwnTVLzmckXvBKnAUOEiZNtZE0=) Near Seeies on Route 53, Windhoek ### Getting around - Windhoek (WDH-Hosea Kutako) 58 min drive ## About this property ### Onjala Lodge Property highlights You can look forward to game and wildlife viewing, a terrace and a garden at Onjala Lodge. Treat yourself to a massage, aromatherapy or a body treatment at Zensations, the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy on-site activities, such as hiking/biking and horse riding. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar. Other perks at this lodge include: - An outdoor pool - Free self-parking - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Game drive on-site, concierge services and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Onjala Lodge include perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as safes and free bottled water. 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Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NAD 95 per person - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Full-service spa - Game drive - Game viewing - Hiking/biking trails - Horseback riding/rentals - Mountain biking - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Full-service spa - Aromatherapy - Body scrubs - Body wraps - Facials - Hot stone massages - Hot tub - Hydrotherapy - Manicures/pedicures - Mud bath - Sauna - Spa open daily - Spa treatment rooms ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation There is no front desk at this property Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Host will greet you ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NAD 95 per person - Airport shuttle fee: NAD 590 per person (one way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Onjala Lodge Windhoek Onjala Windhoek Onjala Onjala Lodge Lodge Onjala Lodge Windhoek Onjala Lodge Lodge Windhoek ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Onjala Lodge have a pool? ### Is Onjala Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Onjala Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Onjala Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Onjala Lodge? ### Does Onjala Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Onjala Lodge located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Onjala Lodge Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 26 Feb 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Lage der Lodge ist super. Man kann sich überall frei bewegen und Wild beobachten. Dir Küche ist zudem ausgezeichnet. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerrit, München 21 Oct 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort Sehr gepflegte Lodge in einsamer Lage mit tollem Service ##### Gerrit Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andi, karlsruhe 20 Apr 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wunderschöne Anlage in einem großen Wildreservat Die Anlage ist wunderschön gelegen mit wunderschönen Aussicht auf afrikanische Weite und wilden Tieren! Gutes Essen, guter Service, tolles Zimmer! Sehr empfehlenswert ##### Andi Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 15 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wunderschöne Lodge Wunderbare Gegend zum ausspannen. Freundliche Lodge mit tollem Essen. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ulrike 10 May 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### wunderbare Privatlodge in Flughafennähe Großartige Gastfreundlichkeit, hervorragende Guides für Afternoon Game Drive (mit Drinks und Snacks zum Sonnenuntergang) und für Nature Walk in der Früh, der wegen der Flughafennähe (ca 40 Minuten im Auto) noch vor dem Abflug um 13.00 Uhr möglich war und extra für nur uns zwei Personen stattgefunden hat. Jedenfalls zu empfehlen, am besten gleich nach der Ankunft in Windhoek und bevor es Richtung Etosha geht, dann kann man sich gleich einstimmen auf das Land und die Tiere Es gibt dort eigenes Trinkwasser, das jederzeit gratis nachgefüllt werden kann und sehr gut schmeckt. frühstück ist gut. Abendessen kann man auslassen, war das einzige, was nicht super war!!! ##### ulrike ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristina, canada 23 Nov 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### What a great place! We stayed with our 2 very young children and we all enjoyed our stay. The food, service and facilities were just fabulous. The staff were so friendly and helpful, and we're more than accommodating to our children. We would be more than happy to recommend the lodge to our friends and also to come back again. ##### Kristina ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 24 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Elegant Desert Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sesriem-Hotels-Elegant-Desert-Lodge.h18953303.Hotel-Information) > - [The Weinberg Windhoek](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windhoek-Hotels-Am-Weinberg-Boutique-Hotel.h26724223.Hotel-Information) > - [Moon Mountain Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Solitaire-Hotels-Moon-Mountain-Lodge.h7509790.Hotel-Information) > - [Grootberg Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palmwag-Hotels-Grootberg-Lodge.h7509753.Hotel-Information) > - [Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mariental-Hotels-Bagatelle-Kalahari-Game-Ranch.h5035966.Hotel-Information) > - [Sossus Oasis Camp Site](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sesriem-Hotels-Sossus-Oasis-Camp-Site.h5636102.Hotel-Information) > - [Mokuti Etosha](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tsumeb-Hotels-Mokuti-Etosha-Lodge.h2470349.Hotel-Information) > - [Agama Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sesriem-Hotels-Agama-River-Camp.h4998383.Hotel-Information) > - [ Kwessi Dunes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sesriem-Hotels-Kwessie-Dunes.h44932792.Hotel-Information) > - [Zannier Sonop](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sesriem-Hotels-Zannier-Hotels-Sonop.h64018208.Hotel-Information) > - [5 Star Hotels in Conwy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Conwy-Hotels.s50-0-d5619.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > - [Safari Adventure Farm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamanjab-Hotels-Safari-Adventure-Farm.h37751754.Hotel-Information) > - [Sossusvlei Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sesriem-Hotels-Sossusvlei-Lodge.h2409193.Hotel-Information) > - [Ichingo Chobe River Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chobe-Hotels-Ichingo-Chobe-River-Lodge.h33455212.Hotel-Information) > - [Etosha Trading Post](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Etosha-Trading-Post.h39999823.Hotel-Information) > - [Midgard](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Okahandja-Hotels-Midgard-Country-Estate.h5790505.Hotel-Information) > - [Shipwreck Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mowe-Bay-Hotels-Shipwreck-Lodge.h22236901.Hotel-Information) > - [Lüderitz Nest Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Luderitz-Hotels-Luderitz-Nest-Hotel.h4349695.Hotel-Information) > - [Desert Whisper](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Solitaire-Hotels-Desert-Whisper.h37975691.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > - [Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Yulara (AYQ)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cns/ayq/cairns-to-ayers-rock) ### Cars ### Activities > - [Things to do in Clearwater](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Clearwater.d6033.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > - [Girona Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Girona.d1379.Holidays-City-Breaks) ### General ---