The Elegant Desert Lodge, part of the renowned Elegant Collection, features 27 beautifully appointed rooms, each equipped with en-suite bathrooms and air conditioning for your comfort. These modern, stylish rooms provide the perfect setting to relax and soak in the serene ambiance of the Namib Desert. Guests can take in the sweeping views of the Namib Plains from their private veranda or cool off in the sparkling pool, which offers a picturesque view of the vibrant garden.
Rooms
Elegant Desert Lodge offers accommodation in 27 tastefully furnished, stylish, and modern rooms with en-suite bathrooms. All rooms have built-in safes and separate unit air conditioners. The spacious beds and quality linen, as well as all creature comforts and amenities, will ensure that your stay with us will be a comfortable one. The guest farm-style rooms invite you to recline in the unique atmosphere of a Namibian guest lodge.
Dining
Wake to the multi-coloured light of the splendid desert sunrise. Indulge in the extensive and wholesome breakfast buffet or take the option of a picnic breakfast pack if you need an early start to undertake an adventurous trip to the world-famous Sossusvlei. Alternatively, simply enjoy the calm serenity at the lodge.
Recreation
Elegant Desert Lodge also includes an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. The property also offers packed lunches.
Pricing
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At Travel Concierge, we take pride in being able to negotiate the best holiday deals at The Elegant Desert Lodge. Use the search form below to find holiday prices at The Elegant Desert Lodge. Our The Elegant Desert Lodge holiday search will provide prices up to 11 months in advance of departure. We can book Sossusvlei & Sesriem holidays at The Elegant Desert Lodge in 2026 and 2027. For all The Elegant Desert Lodge 2026 holidays and The Elegant Desert Lodge 2027 holidays you will have to call us for pricing.
Location
Situated on the border of the World Heritage site of the Namib Desert and only 38km from the gate to Sesriem and Sossusvlei, the property offers accommodation in 27 elegantly appointed, air-conditioned rooms. All en-suite, the tasteful and comfortable rooms invite you to recline in the soulful yet liberating atmosphere of the world’s oldest desert.
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Reviews
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Rating
272 Reviews
Average ratings
TripAdvisor Traveller reviews
marshap1919
A Lovely Place To Stay
We stayed her for two nights while on a tour of Namibia. The rooms are laid out in blocks of 4 and the room we had had a lovely verandah / patio area with views of the desert. Wonderful scenery...
G8273FCdavidm
Choose this place!
We really liked this stay! It's a really elegant place! A porter met us on arrival as we pulled into the car park. The reception is a warm welcome and all the communal areas really neat, nicely...
erunduwelding
Overnight to Sossusvlei
It was my third time the past four year to Elegant Desert Lodge. Every time was a nice relaxed experience. It's affordable and the food is good. Room and bed and coffe station very nice. Very good...
