Title: Essence of Africa Guesthouse - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=19933658&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Essence of Africa Guesthouse African charm permeates this welcoming guesthouse where travelers can savor cooked-to-order breakfasts and relax with drinks at the on-site bar ## Photo gallery for Essence of Africa Guesthouse ![Delux Double Room - Essence of Africa Guesthouse (Windhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19933700/19933658/723064bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Essence of Africa Guesthouse (Windhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19933700/19933658/6cb5a941.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Essence of Africa Guesthouse (Windhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19933700/19933658/2fd2478d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - Essence of Africa Guesthouse (Windhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19933700/19933658/23077aee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets - Essence of Africa Guesthouse (Windhoek)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19933700/19933658/ee971f4e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Essence of Africa Guesthouse captures vibrant local culture with thoughtful comforts. Enjoy freshly prepared morning meals, drinks at the bar, or use the barbecue facilities. Practical amenities include complimentary WiFi and self-parking. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Business services ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=19933658&PinnedHotelID=19933658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=19933658&PinnedHotelID=19933658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=19933658&PinnedHotelID=19933658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=19933658&PinnedHotelID=19933658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=19933658&PinnedHotelID=19933658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=19933658&PinnedHotelID=19933658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=19933658&PinnedHotelID=19933658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=19933658&PinnedHotelID=19933658&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options ### View all photos for Budget Double Room ![Budget Double Room | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19933700/19933658/db610287.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Budget Double Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 161 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Delux Double Room ![Delux Double Room | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19933700/19933658/40e6e57d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Delux Double Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 269 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Delux Family room ![Delux Family room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19940000/19933700/19933658/03e6bc2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Delux Family room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Kitchenette Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 430 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 6 - 1 Queen Bed ![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.ca/Windhoek.dx3772) [View more Guest houses in Windhoek](https://www.expedia.ca/Windhoek-Guest-Houses.d3772-aaGuestHouses.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-22.57742%2C17.05739&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7tt-G_vac0ef6cT_DFre3uhnu6U=) 9 Goudsnip Street, Windhoek, Khomas, 9000 ### What's nearby - Namibia University of Science and Technology Hotel School 2 min drive \- 2.2 km - Maerua Mall 4 min drive \- 4.1 km - NamibRand Nature Reserve 5 min drive \- 4.4 km - Katutura Township 5 min drive \- 4.4 km - The Grove Mall of Namibia 7 min drive \- 9.2 km ### Getting around - Windhoek Station 10 min drive - Windhoek (ERS-Eros) 7 min drive ### Restaurants - Kfc 14 min walk - Jonnos Bistro 5 min drive - La Leona 4 min drive - KFC 4 min drive - Slowtown 5 min drive ## About this property ### Essence of Africa Guesthouse Property highlights Essence of Africa Guesthouse provides amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and meeting rooms - Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Essence of Africa Guesthouse boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Separate sitting areas, refrigerators, and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101330000/101330000/101329904/a32d28a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Onganga Hotel Windhoek - Pool - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=101329904&PinnedHotelID=101329904&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24930000/24921100/24921093/4cd6dd9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kamho Pension Hotel Windhoek - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 5.0 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=24921093&PinnedHotelID=24921093&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23490000/23483100/23483068/e1003a15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kate's Nest Guesthouse Windhoek - 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Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Limited room service - Refrigerator ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 11:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of NAD 100 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of NAD 100.00 per stay 1 total (up to 11 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NAD 80 per person - Pet deposit: NAD 100.00 per stay - Pet fee: NAD 100 per pet, per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash ### Property is also known as Essence Africa Guesthouse Windhoek Essence Africa Guesthouse Essence Africa Windhoek Essence Of Africa Essence of Africa Guesthouse Windhoek Essence of Africa Guesthouse Guesthouse Essence of Africa Guesthouse Guesthouse Windhoek ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Essence of Africa Guesthouse pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Essence of Africa Guesthouse? ### What time is check-out at Essence of Africa Guesthouse? ### Does Essence of Africa Guesthouse provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Essence of Africa Guesthouse located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Essence of Africa Guesthouse Reviews 8.0 ### Very good 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 7.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Nelito, Manchester Dec 23, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very quiet I like the guest house and can recomend it. It's not really at the city town but close to Windhoek town center. Suitable for couple band Honey moon .Taximan struggled to find the location but easily find it when picked me to the airport. It's close to the shops. ##### Nelito Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Aug 5, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Bagatelle Kalahari Game Ranch](https://www.expedia.ca/Mariental-Hotels-Bagatelle-Kalahari-Game-Ranch.h5035966.Hotel-Information) > > [Apartments Kingsville](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingsville-Apartments.d553248634983342367-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Icaco Island Village - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Icaco-Island-Village-Adults-Only.h18335833.Hotel-Information) > > [Etosha Safari Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Okaukuejo-Hotels-Etosha-Safari-Lodge.h2406290.Hotel-Information) > > [Amjicaja Guesthouse](https://www.expedia.ca/Walvis-Bay-Hotels-Amjicaja-Guesthouse.h19268550.Hotel-Information) > > [Shopping Hotels in Chiaia](https://www.expedia.ca/Chiaia-Naples-Hotels-Shopping-Hotel.0-n6129949-0-tShoppingHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Canyon Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Fish-River-Canyon-Hotels-Canyon-Village.h13270821.Hotel-Information) > > [Soft Adventure Camp](https://www.expedia.ca/Solitaire-Hotels-Soft-Adventure-Camp.h14978926.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Antananarivo](https://www.expedia.ca/Antananarivo-Hotels-Hotels-With-Free-Airport-Shuttle.0-0-d3500-tHotelswithFreeAirportShuttle.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Tamassa Bel Ombre](https://www.expedia.ca/Bel-Ombre-Hotels-Tamassa-Resort.h1769632.Hotel-Information) > > [La Belle Luxury Suites Windhoek City Centre, 2 bedroom self-catering apartments.](https://www.expedia.ca/Bouvet-Island-Hotels-Cozy-2-Bedroom-Apartment-In-Windhoek-Central.h109965420.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea-View Zum Sperrgebiet](https://www.expedia.ca/Luderitz-Hotels-Sea-View-Zum-Sperrgebiet.h1449280.Hotel-Information) > > [Zannier Sonop](https://www.expedia.ca/Sesriem-Hotels-Zannier-Hotels-Sonop.h64018208.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, London Bloomsbury](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h19825.Hotel-Information) > > [First Group Desert Rose](https://www.expedia.ca/Henties-Bay-Hotels-First-Group-Desert-Rose.h8318725.Hotel-Information) > > [Spa Hotels in Orange](https://www.expedia.ca/Orange-Hotels-Spa-Hotel.0-0-d6004582-tSpaHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hohenstein Lodge l Ondili](https://www.expedia.ca/Usakos-Hotels-Hohenstein-Lodge-L-Ondili.h89035166.Hotel-Information) > > [Aparthotels Stratford](https://www.expedia.ca/Stratford-Apart-Hotels.d553248635740534705-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ### Flights > [Flights from Fiumicino (FCO) to Spata-Artemida (ATH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/fco/ath/rome-to-athens) > > [Flights from Detroit (DTW) to San Francisco (SFO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dtw/sfo/detroit-to-san-francisco) > > [Air Canada San Francisco (SFO) to Dorval (YUL) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/air-canada-from-san-francisco-intl-to-pierre-elliott-trudeau-intl/ac/sfo/yul) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Montego Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Montego-Bay.d180106.Car-Rental-Guide) > > [Car rentals in Orange](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Orange.d10149.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [South Pointe Park](https://www.expedia.ca/South-Pointe-Park-South-of-Fifth.d6162861.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Oceanville](https://www.expedia.ca/Oceanville.dx3000447442)