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About this property

Overlooking the ocean, Desert Rose offers accommodations in Hentiesbaai just a short stroll away from the beach. Free private parking is available on site. The spacious and well-appointed apartments include a seating area where you can relax. The kitchen is fully equipped and the there is a dining table. Each unit is fitted with a flat-screen TV, balcony or terrace and BBQ facilities. Guests can enjoy views of the bay. Restaurants and a supermarket are within 1.2 mi radius. There is babysitting service at the property. Activities in the surrounding area include quad biking, horse riding, golf, fishing and tennis. Swakopmund is a 1-hour drive from Desert Rose.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel chain/brand
  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3
1 full bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Petros
Greece Greece
A well-designed apartment, with everything one needs to spend time comfortably. The view of the ocean is amazing. We were five friends, all happy with our choice!
Berdine
Namibia Namibia
Location is excellent with a beautiful view of the beach and the ocean. Desert Rose is always a favourite to stay, clean and neat and staff and management friendly and helpful.
Jeffrey
United States United States
Nice enough place. Huge apparement. Nice kitchen and well equipped. Sufficient blankets and bedding. Overall very nice and straighforward.
Amy
United States United States
Very spacious, bright, 3-bedroom unit right over the beach with a large deck; it's a fantastic location on the water.
Dinius
Namibia Namibia
Ocean front, beach, house was nice. Enjoyed the small town of hentis bay.
Joel
South Africa South Africa
Location is a little beat far to Swakopmund and walvis Bay. I was tracing more that 2000 Km per day. But I don't regret i
Lebogang
South Africa South Africa
Everything was excellent, please add the wheelchair ramps so that it can be accomodative for all.our disabled people struggled on the stairs.
Berdine
Namibia Namibia
The Desert Rose it very well situated and the views are great. Always a pleasure to visit the establishment. The Manageress, Mrs Marieta van der Berg ALWAYS goes out of her way to make their guests feel at home. Friendly staff, and no special...
Davinia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Amazing location with each room overlooking the seafront. Great BBQ area and a safe parking garage. Excellent value for money.
Marthie
Botswana Botswana
Perfect location. Great accommodation. Wonderful management and staff.

Managed by First Group

Company review score: 8.7Based on 10,447 reviews from 52 properties
52 managed properties

Company info

First Group creates magical and lasting memories for everyone, all the time. To cater for the diverse needs of our guests, First Group has developed a portfolio of business and leisure accommodation providing customers with a full spectrum of hospitality options including weddings, conferencing, wellness spas, entertainment, and activities. First Group offers superior customer service and resort management, creating memorable experiences at incredible destinations. With over 30 years’ experience in business and holiday accommodation, property development and management, First Group has you covered. Each property in the First Group collection offers a unique and exciting experience, with over 20 properties in Southern Africa that span across diverse locations.

Property info

Built metres from the beautiful beach in Henties Bay, Namibia, with spectacular ocean views, Desert Rose will certainly appeal to the outdoor loving, adventure seeking family. Henties Bay is located along the National West Coast Recreation Area and is accessed via the slat road from Swakopmund or the gravel road from Spitzkoppe. It is a well-known base for exploring the fascinating expanses of the world’s oldest desert, the Namib, which is a World Heritage site. Hentie's Bay perches aloft on the edge of the dunes overlooking pristine beaches stretching north and south as far as the eye can see. Photographers and nature lovers alike relish the small lifeforms and delicate lichens found along these expanses bordering the Skeleton Coast of Namibia. Famous for its harsh treatment of sailors and explorers, the Skeleton Coast reaches all the way from Cape Cross northwards to the Kunene River and the border with Angola, littered with what remains of the ships, whales and men that gave it its name.

Neighborhood info

Swakopmund, Namibia’s adventure capital is located just 70km from Henties Bay, with enough activities to fill several day trips during your stay at Desert Rose. Here you can get a bird’s eye view of the desert as you race towards earth on a tandem skydive, you can traipse through the sands on a camel, enjoy the rush of a scenic quad bike ride, or take up the challenge of a 4x4 adventure. Swakopmund is also the venue for fascinating desert tours which bring to light the amazing creatures and plants, many of them unique to the Namib, that survive in this inhospitable place. Closer to home, the dry expanses of the Omaruru River Bed present a unique golfing challenge among the sands. This nine-hole golf course extends for 2.7 km, with well-tended grass greens and fairways comprised of virgin desert sand. There are three par 3, two par 5 and four par 4 holes. The course comes to an end at an unexpected oasis – a natural freshwater spring among the sands, where an island, sloping banks, mud flats, and reeds provide a haven for visiting birds to roost.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

First Group Desert Rose takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform First Group Desert Rose of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.