Khorixas Area | Namibia
Lodge Damaraland: A Self-Drive Retreat Near Khorixas
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Lodge Damaraland sits in the Khorixas area of Damaraland, a comfortable base for self-drive travellers exploring Namibia’s rock art and desert-adapted wildlife. Rooms open onto private terraces with mountain views, and the lodge’s own guided excursions range from desert elephant drives to visits with local Himba communities.
What Makes Lodge Damaraland Different
Lodge Damaraland pairs comfortable, well-appointed rooms with a genuinely distinctive excursion for the area: a guided Himba village experience, giving guests a firsthand cultural exchange with one of Namibia’s most distinctive communities. Evenings centre on the boma fire, with sundowners on the deck and views over the surrounding desert and mountains as the sun sets. A resident team offers on-site massage treatments for guests wanting to unwind after a day on the road, and the property runs on solar-powered lighting with eco-conscious materials throughout.
The Rooms at Lodge Damaraland
Rooms at Lodge Damaraland are en-suite with private terraces, air conditioning and a fan, coffee and tea facilities, and a safe. Family rooms add a bath alongside the shower, making the lodge a practical option for families as well as couples. Free WiFi covers both rooms and common areas. Guests weighing up where to stay can browse other Damaraland lodges and camps to compare options.
Location & Getting There
Lodge Damaraland is in the Khorixas area, reached via well-maintained gravel roads and a popular stop for self-drive travellers exploring Damaraland. The lodge offers secure parking and can help guests plan day trips or onward travel through the region.
- Swakopmund: 320 km (4 hours’ drive).
- Etosha National Park – Andersson Gate: 229km (about 2.5 – 3 hours).
- Etosha National Park – Galton Gate: 178km (about 2.5 hours).
- Khorixas: 2.6 km.
Nearby Attractions
- Guided tours from the lodge take in the ancient rock engravings of Twyfelfontein, Namibia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as the Organ Pipes and Burnt Mountain.
- The Petrified Forest National Monument lies only 43 km away from Lodge Damaraland.
- For more of what Damaraland has to offer, see our complete guide to the region.
Activities & Experiences
- Guided excursions include desert-adapted elephant drives along Damaraland’s ephemeral rivers.
- A Himba village visit for a genuine cultural exchange.
- Sundowner walks timed to the desert light.
- Spend a full day tracking free-roaming black rhino through the wild landscapes of Damaraland on this guided rhino tracking excursion.
- Back at the lodge, guests can relax at the pool, gather round the boma fire, or book an on-site massage treatment.
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Facilities & Amenities
Bedroom
Twin beds.
Family Room
Air conditioning & Fan
Coffee / tea making facilities
Safe
Terrace with furniture
Wi-Fi in Rooms
Fridge
Hairdryer
Water (complimentary).
Mountain View
Complementary local drinks
Mosquito Netting
Mosquito gauze windows.
Bathroom
En-suite with shower
Local shampoo, lotion and soaps.
Bathrobe
Family Rooms - bath & shower.
Reception Services
Cash & credit card (Visa, Mastercard).
Spa with massages.
Food Drink
Restaurant
Bar
Inside and outside dining
Outdoors
Swimming pool
Boma fire
Activities
Guided Himba Village Experience
Desert Elephant Drives
Sundowner Walk/Experience
On-Site Massage Treatments
Media Technology
Free WiFi ( rooms and common area).
Pets
No Pets
Cleaning Services
Laundry at extra cost
Languages Spoken
EnglishFrequently Asked Questions
Does Lodge Damaraland offer cultural experiences?
Yes — the lodge runs a guided Himba village visit, giving guests a firsthand introduction to one of Namibia’s distinctive cultural communities.
Is Lodge Damaraland suitable for families?
Yes — family rooms are available with a bath and shower, and the lodge is set up for families as well as couples.
Does Lodge Damaraland have WiFi?
Yes — free WiFi is available in rooms and common areas.
Can I see desert-adapted elephants from Lodge Damaraland?
Yes — the lodge runs guided desert elephant drives along Damaraland’s ephemeral rivers.
Reviews
Stefania Bertorelle
2 months ago
Charles Geldenhuys
2 months ago
Amazing place to stay. Fantastic staff. Great food and company.
C Nel
2 months ago
After reading many of the reviews before our arrival, we were very excited to stay here. We arrived in the late afternoon and it was extremely hot. The receptionist tried really hard to welcome us, though it was high season and she was alone at reception, which left us with the impression that it was understaffed. The guy who showed us to our room was friendly, but we had to carry all our own bags from the vehicle, as that service is apparently not part of their check-in. There was no complimentary water or Amarula liqueur in the room, and no French press either as expected from reading other reviews.
We could not enjoy the beautiful shower because the water did not drain and left the bathroom flooded. We had to use all the towels to deal with it, and the replacement towels were old and simply stuffed on the shelf, not even nicely folded. The beds were the most uncomfortable of our travels in Namibia.
The waiting staff at dinner and breakfast were really not attentive, and we had to call them over just to clear the tables. Not to mention the most unfriendly housekeeping lady waiting at the room next door. By contrast, the lady at the coffee station and the grilling lady (chef) were sweet, kind, and very friendly.
The lodge itself is really beautiful, and you can see the care in the décor and the smaller details that make it such a lovely property. It is a pity that these smaller things spoilt our stay. We feel sad leaving this review, but staff and management need to be consistent with every guest, every day.
We left Lodge Damaraland with an uneven feeling of disappointment.
Alessandro V.
2 months ago
One of the most beautiful lodges I've seen in Namibia. Crafted with great care and elegance, the staff is truly professional, the rooms are beautiful, and the food is excellent.
Anton M
4 months ago
Everything is perfect. Super nice lodge, great staff, and everyone is incredibly friendly. The rooms are spotless. You get some Amarula and a French press in your room. The owners must travel a lot because they’ve thought of everything. We were originally here for just one night and then moved to a different lodge where we were supposed to stay for two nights. As we didn’t like it there, we left early and came straight back to Damaraland Lodge.
Leana Muller
4 months ago
Absolutely the highlight of our Namibian holiday, Lodge Damaraland is a special place and we had a fantastic time here.
Do yourself a favour and book at least two nights so you have one day to enjoy the lodge’s facilities.
Luna Stjernstrøm
6 months ago
We had an absolutely amazing stay at Lodge Damaraland! The rooms are nice, the food is delicious, the views are beautiful, and most importantly the staff is phenomenal!
Highly recommend Lodge Damaraland to anyone passing by.
Jill Weckers
6 months ago
Cosy lodge! Rooms were beautiful and clean. Food was also nice. Staff was really helpfull especially when someone of our group was ill. Only downside is that it was quite far from Twyfelfontein, which made it hard for us to book an elephant tour there because we only stayed for 1 night..
Kristian Mikkelsen
10 months ago
Very professionally run.
Rooms are spotless & staff is helpful and knowledgeable.
May I single out Juliet in the reception & Wico the manager, who both took us under their wing to make our stay memorable and safe.
Also big thanks to the gentleman who changed our flat tire. I apologize for not getting his name.
We arrived on short notice because a rest camp in the area had decided to cancel our booking.
I wish we had booked here initially, and we would have had a much better impression of the Namibian tourist industry.
