Windhoek, the capital and commercial hub of Namibia, is a wonderful city offering many activities for a fun vacation. If you are curious about the city’s history, Independence Memorial Museum is the place to go to learn more about it. Guided tours are also offered here. No trip to Africa would be complete without its wildlife. Daan Viljoen Game Reserve is a beautiful park where visitors can see some animals peacefully roaming around the area. Before you leave, you should visit the Old Brewery Complex, home to many interesting stores, eateries and more. You can pick up gifts and souvenirs for people back home here and round it off with a delicious meal at Jojo’s Music and Arts Café.
Windhoek offers many choices of comfortable accommodations as well. Check out this listing of the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Windhoek, Namibia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Apartment 9 @ 77 on Independence (from USD 34)
This comfortable apartment is located in the heart of the city and allows you easy access to many shops, businesses and services. There is a fully equipped kitchen where you can prepare your own meals. The apartment has a terrace as well, ideal for enjoying breakfast outside or, to be more practical, drying your clothes. This rental is available for extended stays, too.
Free Wi-Fi makes it easy to catch up on some work. Moreover, a gym and a shared outdoor pool are other amenities available close by.
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we would of liked unlimited wifi as advertised but other than that greatthe place is sparkling clean and got almost all the necessary amenities needed to make one stay comfortablemy sister and i rented the apartment for 5 weeks and had a wonderful timeCleanliness:
the apartment was clean and tidythe apartment was very nice and cleanbeautiful clean and perfectly locatedthe place is great spacious and cleangreat location in downtown (accross the street from hilton hotel) clean apartment and safe placeHost:
andrea is a great hosthelpful front desk staff and very responsive hostfantastic host and super placethe owner is very responsive and helpfulwonderful and responsive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
it is also well located within walking distance to city center main attractions shopping etcthe location is great directly in the centre of windhoek in walking distance to all sightsawesome location clean neat easy access and right in the heart of the citythis place is second to none the location is perfect and safegreat place to stay in the heart of downtown making it easy to get around by walking
2. Cute loft-style apartment close to city centre (from USD 43)
If you are looking to party in Windhoek and want to experience all that the city offers, this loft is a great place to stay. There is a bar in the same building, so you don’t have to go far to unwind with a drink after a long day.
The loft is a compact space and is ideal for up to three people. There is a balcony where you can sit out and enjoy your coffee while gazing at the view outside. The property has a garden as well.
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lovely place with good mattress shower air con and fan and nice usable kitchenettethe kitchen is well stocked with amenities to allow for a good stayits a really cute apartment with an amazing view over windhoekgood stay in the heart of downtown comfortable has all amenities listedCleanliness:
it was also extremely clean and tidyvery nice place and very cleansafe and clean i will be backvery nice and clean placethe apparment was really clean modern and friendlyHost:
seun is a great host and did reply immediately to my responsesthe host is also very helpfulthe host and his assistant were fantasticlovely stay nice and friendly hostwe appreciated the help and the hosts effort and willingness to fix our problemRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location for exploring the citythe location is perfect inner city with walking distance to rooftop bars restaurants and mallgreat experience super central recommendationthe apartment is super centralgreat apartment very central close to shops and restaurants
3. The Carob Tree Cottage (from USD 21)
For those who like some peace and quiet while travelling, The Carob Tree Cottage is a nice choice. It is situated in a quiet suburb with easy access to The Grove Mall of Namibia and other top attractions. A beautiful outdoor seating area will also allow you to enjoy alfresco meals or read a book in peace.
The kitchen is fully equipped to allow you to self-cater. There is a grocery store nearby for you to stock up on ingredients. The home also boasts fast Wi-Fi connectivity, so you can stream your favourite shows or catch up on work.
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everything is good as the wifi and all equipmentsneat clean fully functional kitchen comfy couch and good interneta comfy mattress and powerful showerperfect location spectacular hosts fast wifi for workthe place is nice and cozy very safe area and good amenitiesCleanliness:
very clean private and practicle spaceits a very nice clean quiet and private placea highly recommended clean peaceful and safe staywe had a high quality and super clean accommodationplace was very clean and tidy much better than expected would definitely recommendHost:
hosts made me feel very welcomedemilia is a wonderful hostadditional services like laundry at a small affordable price and the hosts kindness made for a wonderful staywonderful hosts and private unit with everything you needthe hosts are absolutely incredible extremely friendly and super responsive to anything that you needRead more reviewsLocation:
safe place nice and securecomfortable with all necessities great safe location wifi fast enough for work and friendly hostsa great price especially for the neighbourhoodfriendly host and the location is just perfect it's a home away from homeits a great place to stay
4. Snug apartment with pool access (from USD 21)
This compact home is located on the premises of the host’s home but offers a cute private garden. You can relax in the hammock and snooze or enjoy wonderful views of Windhoek. Tastefully decorated, this home is a perfect base for a couple looking to spend a relaxing vacation in this city.
The host is helpful and can suggest local places to visit. The home has everything you need, such as a washing machine, a full kitchen and Wi-Fi. A pool adds to the allure.
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very clean and green located accommodation with good wifi perfect if you want or need to workwe had a comfortable stay :)i recommend this beautiful apartment to anyone wanting to see windhoekCleanliness:
very clean and definately cozy place stayit was clean and equipped with everything you needthe accommodation was a nice clean simple space which had everything i neededthe apartment was clean and big enough and enough accumulated to stay a few months in windhoekHost:
irmi is a perfect hostirmi is excellent host and make me feel homeirmi was a gracious and generous hosthost is very friendly and helpfulirmi was a gracious and honest hostRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place and great locationsafe and quite area close to town and very close to a gas stationgreat and quiet spot a short distance from the central business districtthis place was near perfect for my needs close to town yet still relatively quietvery nice place quite close to the center
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5. De Oude Kraal (from USD 35)
When you step into this place, you will love the farm-like feel the space has - two gates, a nice backyard and trees add to the charm here. The rental has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The kitchen, though small, is fitted with basic items to prepare simple meals. There is a full bathroom and a bedroom with a queen bed, so you can rest well.
The home is located in a quiet locality, but you can easily get to the city centre which is just a few kilometres away.
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the bedroom is very comfortable and we slept wellthe apartment is beautiful and had everything we needed even an outdoor bbq areaquiet spot very comfortable with everything you needCleanliness:
the apartement was well equipped und very cleanschuneen's listing was clean comfortable and our host communicated well and was always willing to helpclean neat friendly and very accommodating hosts see you againHost:
thank you for being wonderful hostsshe was so helpfulthe owners are so welcoming and helpfulthe hosts are very hospitable and helpfulthe hosts are great people and their dogs are very friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful location & host familyschuneen’s place is very comfortable and we had a good time staying hereit's a great place to stayhad such a nice few days stay at schuneen and dirk's placeplace looks better in real life than pics
6. Charming rental with cleaning services (from USD 41)
Imagine sitting outside and enjoying a lovely meal while admiring beautiful mountain views. This can become a reality when you stay in this luxury apartment. The balcony here boasts outdoor seating and scenic views, too. The apartment has a kitchen, but if you are bored of cooking, you can easily walk to restaurants which are located nearby.
If you are staying here for an extended period of time, you don’t have to worry about cleaning - weekly housekeeping services are offered here.
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the apartment is gorgeous with a beautiful view overlooking the mountainswifi is very strong which is an absolute bonuswhat a lovely apartment just as described and as displayed on the pictures actually even betterthis lovely apartment is located in a very secured complex with a stunning view of windhoekwe enjoyed the location and the nice view from the living roomCleanliness:
her apartment was very clean and beautifulthe place is so peaceful quiet clean and comfortablethe apartment is beautiful neat and cleanvery clean cozy place well locatedlovely apartment clean and well-equipped it had everything we neededHost:
lilli is a lovely hostlilli is also a great hostlilli is friendly and kindlilli is a fantastic host and a great personlilli was a wonderful host she was extremely helpful and went the extra mile to assist usRead more reviewsLocation:
great location surroundings and very accessibledefinitely a wonderful place to stay cozy and central and i would like to come back anytimethe area is great with good restaurants close by and a variety shops nearby
7. Ground-floor room with a kitchenette and free Wi-Fi (from USD 55)
Looking for a luxury experience in Windhoek? Then you could pick this private room. It is an elegantly decorated space with a queen bed and luxury linens for maximum comfort. Though there is no kitchen, there is a microwave to heat up any quick meals. The lovely garden will help you relax and you can even splash in the pool to keep cool on a hot day.
It is comforting to find the room stocked with essentials such as cereals, milk and more.
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very nice room and house sannette answered always very fast cozy roomgood and safe parking nice room with all required amenities and superb showervery tidy and lovely room/garden flat equipped with everything you needCleanliness:
everything was clean perfectgreat apartments very clean and comfy and spaciouseverything was excellent so clean and nice and beautifulthe house is very clean and stylishsanette’s place is clean cozy and beautifully furnishedHost:
the owner was super friendly and helpfulthey are very welcoming and friendly peoplelovely stay with friendly hostsshe was so kind and accommodating and we get right at homesanette is a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
good location close to the cityperfect location and super safe areathe place is very well located with easy access (by car) to stores and shopping malls near bywalking distance to main street and nice restaurantsvery comfortable and great location
8. Studio 115 (from USD 36)
This beautifully decorated apartment will make you feel at home on your trip to Windhoek. The apartment building has many amenities, such as a pool and a gym, so you can easily keep up with your workout schedule. If you need anything when you are here, you can reach out to the friendly host.
You can prepare your meals in the apartment itself as it has a full kitchen. But if you want a break from kitchen duty, there are many dining options nearby.
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fast wifi comfortable bed great view of the city and has all the basic amenitiesgreat views from the apartmentnice apartment with a great view of the cityaccess to the gym or how the fan workedthe view is amazing kitchen is well stuffed to cook and we felt like homeCleanliness:
very clean and absolutely safeclean apartment in windhoek cbdbathroom was clean and the shower greatclean tidy and really easy and efficient communication and check inunit was very clean and looks exactly like picturesHost:
great host all aroundeline was incredibly responsive and a great hostelaine was very responsive with the few questions i hadeline is an attentive and responsive hosteline is very friendly and replied fast whenever we contacted herRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and everything is near walking distancegreat location in the heart of the cbdenjoyable restaurant and cute little bistro tuck in the corner all at walking distanceperfect location and comfortable place to discover windhoekperfect apartment perfect location
9. Contemporary loft with free parking facility (from USD 72)
A comfortable leather couch is placed in front of the large flat-screen TV in this loft. This is the perfect place for you to relax with a drink after a long day. You can even work from this home as there is fast Wi-Fi here. To take breaks in between, you can enjoy lovely views of the city from the patio here.
Cooking meals is no hassle in this fully equipped kitchen. There is a washing machine, too, so you need not worry about having clean clothes. On-site parking is also available.
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some coffee shops are around to have a coffee in the morning and the parking was super comfortablegorgeous place and the wifi is super fast just in case you need to workcomfortable bed and couch to hang outsuper nice apartment excellent wifi and very good and swift communication with the ownerthe apartment was perfect for a few days in windhoekCleanliness:
very nice clean set upclean modern with everything you needthe flat was well furnished clean and well maintainedrobert and gail's place is excellent - clean spacious and with just about everything you needeasy to find and gail was very responsive… the place is amazing clean and tidy with beautiful surroundingsHost:
host has are very helpfulhost is friendly helpful and responsiveneat apartment and the host is very responsiverobert and gail have been fantastic hostslovely apartment great location and great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
lots of attractions close bygreat space and location is awesomevery close to everything in central windhoek and really nice to have underground secure parkingthe loft was beautifully designed comfortable and in the perfect location to explore windhoekgreat location in city center walking distance from restaurants coffee shops and bank
10. Lovely villa with a private garden (from USD 45)
For those who like to spread out and relax in their accommodations when travelling, this villa is a wonderful choice. With two bedrooms and one bathroom, it is ideal for a small family. The garden and pool offer you serene outdoor spaces to enjoy your time together. You can even plan an outdoor meal here.
The villa is beautifully decorated with traditional accents. Comfortable furniture and clean rooms will make your stay even more pleasant.
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the room had amazing furniture comfortable beds and a beautiful outdoor settingbeautiful cottage spacious large outdoor area with a swimming pool and a braaiCleanliness:
super clean and super easycosy clean and well equipped apartmenteverything was spotless clean and we really enjoyed the pool and gardenclean comfortable and has an amazing garden areamariette's property is great very clean and the design is impecableHost:
lovely host & beautiful spacegreat greeting by the hosthost is very friendly accommodating and responsivewonderful host and an amazing apartmentyou are a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfect with retail shopping restaurants all within a few minutesi highly recommend marriette and her immaculate and centrally located placethe airbnb is in a great location and it’s extremely safe and peacefulit’s a nice place to relax with a big mall nearby and a sweet cafe around the cornerher home is spacious with beautifully set up outside and a walking distance to maerua mall
Spend a relaxed holiday at Windhoek
If you planned a safari expedition in Namibia, you could consider spending a few days at Windhoek. You will have all the comforts of home when you stay in one of the places listed above.
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