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Reviews of Desert Whisper

5.7 km West off C19, 9000 Solitaire, Namibia

#4 of 12 hotels in Solitaire

Guests' Choice

Review Score

Based on 17 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: August 9, 2025

    10
    Spectacular!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing! Only feedback would be that there was a LOT of food provided which we could not finish. So perhaps to prevent food waste, they could offer the option for guests to choose prior.

    The spectacular views, the little details, the abundance of quality food & drink (and coffee), the friendliness of the staff (especially Nali), sleeping with the view of the stars and waking up with the sunrise. Honestly perfect and exceeded expectations!

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: March 13, 2025

    10
    Just amazing and loved every second!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The swing seats could be lower to the ground so as not to spill drinks when trying to get in them - but not a major concern

    It was spectacular - every thing provided - was in awe of the location, design and beauty of the place

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    10
    Mr Nali make our stay beautiful 🤩
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I didn’t like about the property that the chefs the don’t know what it’s gluten free products and the mix food together.. the need to be learn about allergies..

    Privacy and Mr Nali he was really really good and professional

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: October 24, 2024

    10
    Truly a unique experience
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I would suggest a way to communicate with the management in case of electricity shortage which sometimes happens.

    Desert whisper is one of those unique place to visit once in a life. The location, the view, the attention to details, the service everything is extraordinary!! Special mention to Nali who took great care of us.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: April 21, 2024

    10
    My stay was magical
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I wanted to stay longer lol everything was perfect

    We had a great chef . Food was amazing

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: February 5, 2024

    10
    The most unforgettable few days in our month in Africa
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything was perfect. The refrigerator was stocked with delicious food. The bar was complete and the pool was ready for an afternoon dip. It’s truly a one of a kind place. Sitting in bed looking out over the plain was an extraordinary view and the sunsets were an amazement!

    Spectacular! Everything about the space, the food, the hospitality was 11 out of 10! Newman, Abuid and your chef all exceeded our expectations. Desert Whisper is more than an accommodation, it is an experience. One we will never forget.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: April 7, 2023

    9.0
    perfect couple getaway
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    nothing really, everything was good. checkout time at 10 is a mood killer though 😅

    stunning location, secluded and intimate. the view is out of this world

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: November 16, 2022

    10
    Best stay in Namibia :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Fantastic staff Thank you Edi! Beautiful design. Fantastic food and more....

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: June 2, 2025

    4.0
    Beautiful Views, Disappointing Food
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night

    Food for all your meals is stocked in the fridge in advance, with some variety of mains and sides. For dinner, we decided to grill the provided oryx steaks and vegetables, but found the vegetables were growing mold. This made us concerned that food that was uneaten by prior guests is perhaps left for the next guests (as freshly cut broccoli refrigerated in a well air-conditioned environment shouldn't be molding so quickly). Perhaps worse than the mold, we communicated about a nut allergy well in advance and this was acknowledged by the property. We thought, as we were the only guests, this would be relatively easy to accommodate. Upon arrival, not only were several bowls of nuts out, but most of the provided snacks contained nuts, and the entire dessert tray was also covered in nuts (and this was stacked along with the other food, introducing risk of cross-contamination). This was a very disappointing discovery, especially at such a remote location where it was impossible to go out ourselves to purchase any supplementary or alternative food (anything in your own car is also pretty inaccessible, as you leave your car in a designated parking place and are driven up to the pod by the host). Given the amount of nuts present alongside all the other food, it was difficult to trust that anything was safe to eat. We raised these two food safety issues upon checkout, and the staff were very apologetic, but with these two separate food issues, we spent most of the stay (only 1 night) pretty hungry! Be warned if you have any dietary restrictions that the food may not be safe for you and make sure to bring your own snacks/food with you up to the pod.

    The views are truly stunning. The desert pod itself is private, spacious, clean, well-equipped, and feels luxurious, with lots of comfortable places to sit inside and out to enjoy the solitude of the desert. The private plunge pool was clean and refreshing. The A/C and all other amenities worked well. Tons of snacks and beverages are included. The staff were kind and welcoming. It really is a very special place and you can tell a lot of care was put into its construction!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: July 17, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: June 25, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: May 25, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: April 26, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: April 18, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: October 5, 2023

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: October 19, 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Villa
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2022

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