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Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge

4.0 star property
Lodge in Solitaire with free breakfast and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Property amenity
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$309
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb

Explore the area

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C14 Road, Solitaire
  • Gamsberg
  • Rooisand Observatory
    ‪169 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
In-room safe
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Solitaire

At Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge, you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Namib-Naukluft National Park and 6.8 km (4.2 mi) from Namib Desert. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .At the lodge's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to a safari and hiking/biking trails. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking.
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About this property

Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge

Lodge in Solitaire with free breakfast and outdoor pool
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Solitaire lodge is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • 11 buildings
  • Built in 1998
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge offers 19 accommodations with a safe and a ceiling fan. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari
  • Spelunking

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access is available 24 hours a day.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge Solitaire
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Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge
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Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge Lodge Solitaire

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge?

Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge on 23 Feb 2025 start from NZ$309.47, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge?

Yep, Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge has a free self car park.

Does Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge have a pool?

Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger. The pool is open 24 hours.

What makes Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge.

Does Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet breakfast is on offer daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge?

No, Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Rostock Ritz Desert Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rostock Ritz is just perfect. Miles from anywhere with stunning views over the desert. The rooms are gorgeous, no air con but fans and breeze help to cool it down. The pool is perfect, super clean and offers the same stunning views. We enjoyed an amazing steak dinner and a great breakfast. From our room we watched Zebra and other wildlife.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very welcoming and friendly lodge. The rooms were beautifully situated and adequately appointed. Food was excellent and the service was exceptional. The pool area was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Perfect peace
Amazing tranquility.Perfect first stop after a long flight.
View from our window.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
If you want to get off the grid and enjoy some peace and quiet, this is the place for you. Friendly staff and the breakfast omelette is a great way to start your day.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Megan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & nice hiking trails, but a bit austere for the price. Rooms are dark and ours had no hot water and a couple of wolf spiders we could really have done without!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best !
3rd visit and we never get tired of it. The views, peacefulness are extraordinary. The staff is also exceptionally helpful, friendly and patient. We also had amazing springbok from thr menu.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Markus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Definitely a great place to stay in the desert
Really nice quirky place in the middle of the desert. Nice and friendly owners that explained everything and even explained some star constellation with a laser pointer
Morning view
Stars at night
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Perfert Desert Retreat
The perfect desert adventure!! A truly unique location and lodge built into the side of a rocky hill, and designed with domed ceilings and rocks. The owners live at the lodge, and they were incredibly hospitable, informative, intellignt, interesting, attentive, and all around fun!! The staff was equally fantastic. The pool is one of the best I've used during my month-long travels in Namabia. The scenary stunning, and the hiking options were perfect: from an easy hour to more challenging longer hikes, all from the lodge. Zebras roam close by, and there is a flock of resident guinea fowl, along with the other beatiful birds, and the resident three house cats. I highly recommend this lodge and hope to visit again!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heike, Falkensee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is in the "middle of nowhere", which also means beautiful scenery all around. The place is great to relax and offers some nice little hikes on the property. The owners are on site and really care of the welfare of their guests. We enjoyed our relaxing stay, the great pool, the good food and the wonderful cabin. We do recommend the larger ones.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
amazing
amazing location and views, liked the style as well. Will go back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very special desert experience, we are very happy we chose to stay here. Compliments to the owners and staff team for their vision and welcome. If there could be a more powerful way to cool down the rooms in the evening, if the desert breeze dies down, that would be ideal.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

karin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Most beautiful stunning place in the desert
Fantastic stay. Beautiful landscape. Excellent service. Food exquisite. loved the walks. We will back for a couple of days next time in a couple of months.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely relaxing stopping of point between Sossusvlei and Swakopmund. The accommodation is quite different from the other lodges we have stayed in, but made of local materials and blended in well with the scenery. We sat for hours on the covered patio of our room watching the activity at the nearby waterhole. The pool area was well designed and a great place to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wish for better WiFi
It has the best view for sunset. However only if there is WiFi in the room too. WiFi at lobby is kind weak as well. No LTE no 3G at at lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Recommend this place
Very well run Lodge. We stayed in one of the suites, it was a bit pricey, but what an experience. The views and environment were amazing. A highlight from our holiday. We had one mosquito, and no more. Not any problem. Restaurant was very good, with a very friendly atmosphere. We made a day trip to Sossusvlei which was easy. Put your polarised shades on and the dunes were still red at 1100.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Welcome site in the middle of nowhere
Once you turn off the main road Which is a dirt road you travel for quite a distance to the lodge. Just when you think you are on the wrong road it appears out of the sand. Stay was wonderful, room spacious, staff super friendly, meals to die for. Would recommend this to anyone going to Swakopmund from Sossusvlei area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michel, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome setting, nice hiking trails, wonderful view from the room patio and from the pool. The staff was amazing, kind, helpful, very good service. Good and drinks at the lodge restaurant was great (good choice and delicious). We would stay there any time. The only problem was the shower pressure. Maybe it was just our room or because the hotel is eco friendly, but it was like a faint jet of water falling from the head shower. It was still possible to shower, but it was difficult to since the soap away.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stunning
Trails, bushman paintings, wildlife, off roading, swimming. We were in heaven.

10/10 Excellent

Joerg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Eine ganz tolle Zeit
Ein Highlight, Gastgeber wie auch Personal. Die Lage ist schon ausgesprochen schön, doch übertroffen wird es noch dadurch, dass man sie auf unkomplizierte Weise dank Einrichtung von Wanderwegen noch viel mehr erfahren kann. Nachmittags bei leckerem Drink mit Pool zum Abend übergehen mit tollem Essen mit a la carte rundet den Tag perfekt ab. Wer gerne wandert, sollte unbedingt wenigstens 2 Nächte bleiben; uns waren 3 noch zu wenig. Vielen Dank für den wunderschönen Aufenthalt.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Não é 4 estrelas
Pousada familiar alemã, com boa comida (cara) no meio do deserto. Linda vista com órix passando ao fundo. A piscina também é excelente. Pena que o quarto seja muito rústico, lunar. Ducha básica. Não tem nenhum luxo no quarto. E sem ar-condicionado. Não é 4 estrelas.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helga Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Einzigartiges Ambiente, sehr empfehlenswert!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die beste originellste sauberste Unterkunft unserer 4- wöchigen Namibia Reise - einfach ein Traum !!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Lodge Rostock Ritz ist in der Tat etwas ganz außergewöhnliches. Sie liegt mitten in der Namib-Wüste an einem kleinen Berghang gelegen. Die Chalets sehen aus, als wenn sie aus einem Starwars-Film entsprungen wären. Auch Rezeption und Restaurant sind in diesem Stil gehalten. Der Pool gilt als der schönste in Namibia. Vom Pool schaut man in die Weite der Wüste. Vor uns tummelten sich 3 Zebras und eine Gruppe Strauße. Man fragt sich was diese Tiere in der Wüste noch an Futter finden. Der Sundowner auf der Terasse vom Restaurant und das Abendessen waren echt super. Die Besitzer waren auch sehr bemüht uns den Aufenthalt so angenehm wie möglich zu gestalten. Die Chalets an sich sind schon ein wenig eng, insbesondere für große Personen. Aber es war absolut ausreichend. Man muss nur vor dem Abendessen alle Fenster öffnen und für Durchzug sorgen, ansonsten wird es eine heiße Nacht.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice lodge, great pool with an exceptional view and also a very nice restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023