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Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge

3.0 star property
Family-friendly lodge with free breakfast and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Bar (on property)
Fully Equiped Tents
Lobby sitting area
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
M53, Kappsfarm, Windhoek

What's nearby

  • NamibRand Nature Reserve - 17 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Katutura Township - 17 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Maerua Mall - 18 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Train Station - 19 min drive - 26.6 km
  • The Grove Mall of Namibia - 20 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

  • Windhoek (WDH-Hosea Kutako) - 22 min drive

About this property

Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge

Family-friendly lodge
Free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a front-desk safe
Room features
All guestrooms at Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge offer comforts such as air conditioning.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Free children's club
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM

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
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

24-hour pool access

Property is also known as

Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge Windhoek
Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Windhoek
Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport
Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport
Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge Lodge
Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge Windhoek
Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge Lodge Windhoek

Frequently asked questions

Does Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge?

As of Aug 13, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge on Aug 14, 2025 start from CA $238.6, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per person fee applies.

Where is Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge located?

Set in Windhoek, this family-friendly lodge is within 16 mi (25 km) of Avis Dam, National Botanic Garden of Namibia, and Maerua Mall. Craft Market and Wernhil Park are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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Sweet Thorn Retreat Airport Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Overnight Stay

Rooms clean and comfortable. The entry road and area around the lodge is desperate need to upkeep and repairs. Staff was very friendly and food was good. Overall a good lodge for an overnight stay but needs a bit TLC.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Arnaud, Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hôtel proche de l’aéroport . Propriétaire et personnels très agréables et cuisine très bonne . Chambre plus proche de bon motel que lodge .
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ein lustiger letzter (unverhoffter) Abend (da Air Namibia unseren Flug cancelte) mit tollem Service ! Danke für das leckere Essen und Danke vor allem am John, den wir früh morgens geweckt haben !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019