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The Weinberg Windhoek: A First Night in Namibia

Published 10 October 2026
In shortThe Weinberg is a Gondwana Collection boutique hotel on the Am Weinberg Estate in central Windhoek. Breakfast, Wi-Fi and a minibar with selected drinks are included, the hotel can arrange airport transfers, and we recommend it as a first night before you collect your hire car.

The name means “vineyard” in German. The hotel wraps around a heritage building at the heart of the Am Weinberg Estate, blending old-world splendour with modern lines.

The estate has restaurants in different culinary styles and the Life Day Spa, and the hotel's Sky Lounge serves light meals and wine with views over Windhoek.

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The Weinberg rooms at a glance

RoomNumberNotes
Courtyard, fountain level12—
Courtyard, upper level14—
Courtyard, upper level with bath2—
Superior, upper level3—
Loft3—
Family Loft72 adults and 2 children under 12
Terrace Suite2Two bedrooms, own double garage

What travellers ask

Is The Weinberg a good first night in Namibia?

Yes. We recommend it as a first night in Windhoek before you collect your hire car.

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 14:00, with early check-in subject to availability. Check-out is at 10:00, with late check-out on request.

Can the hotel arrange airport transfers?

Yes. Airport transfers can be organised through the hotel, subject to availability, from Hosea Kutako International Airport and Eros Airport on request.

What is included in the rate?

Breakfast, a minibar with selected drinks, unlimited Wi-Fi and use of the safe. The hotel has a 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security.

What rooms are there?

Courtyard rooms (fountain level and upper level), Superior rooms, Lofts, Family Lofts and the two-bedroom Terrace Suite with its own double garage.

Is The Weinberg good for families?

Yes. Children are welcome and stay free up to 5 years. The 7 Family Lofts sleep 2 adults and 2 children under 12.

Is there a pool? Is it heated?

The pool is for spa clients only, and it is not heated.

Is there parking at The Weinberg?

Yes. Guests park in a guarded garage.

Where can I eat?

The Sky Lounge serves light meals, wine and drinks, and the Am Weinberg Estate has restaurants in different culinary styles.

Can I take a shuttle from Windhoek to Sossusvlei, Swakopmund or Etosha?

Yes. Gondwana's Go2 shuttle leaves from the Windhoek Fuel Centre for Kalahari Anib, Sesriem, Swakopmund and Etosha. Book shuttles in advance.

Are pets allowed, and which cards are accepted?

No pets. The hotel accepts Visa and Mastercard, and there is an ATM.

Rates and booking

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Safaris that stay here

10 Desert Tracks itineraries include The Weinberg Windhoek:

Luxury self-drive12-Day Namibia Self-Drive — Luxury CircuitSelf-drive18-Day Hidden Treasures of Namibia Self-Drive SafariGuided11-Day Namibia Guided SafariGuided16-Day Namibia, Chobe & Vic Falls Guided SafariLuxury self-drive14-Day Luxury Namibia Highlights Self-Drive SafariSelf-drive & fly18-Day Namibia, Delta, Chobe & Vic Falls Self-Drive and Fly SafariGuided16-Day Namibia Safari Adventure TourLuxury fly-in10-Day Namibia Honeymoon Luxury Fly-In SafariSelf-drive17-Day Namibia, Chobe & Vic Falls Self-Drive Safari (Comfort)Luxury drive & fly14-Day Luxury Namibia Drive & Fly Photographic Safari
SourcesLodge details checked against these pages on 10 October 2026. Recommendations and on-the-ground details are from Desert Tracks. Rates are on the lodge's Namibia Rates page.