Desert Hills Lodge - Sesriem

Luxury desert lodge with grass-dome architecture, perched on a hill 36 km from Sossusvlei

Accommodations

Desert Hills Lodge offers 18 individual luxury huts with private bathrooms, each designed after the grass huts of the San people. Every room includes air conditioning, a minibar, and a balcony with mountain views. The thatched roofs provide a distinct look, while the spacious bathrooms feature stone showers and separate toilets.

Dining

A continental breakfast is served each morning in the lodge restaurant or on the terrace overlooking the Namib Desert. Dinner consists of a four-course set menu with options like fish and oryx, and the chef accommodates dietary preferences upon request. The bar offers cocktails and wine, and the lobby provides a complimentary tea and coffee station.

Activities & Location

Located 36 km from the Sossusvlei and Sesriem section of Namib Naukluft National Park, the lodge provides personalized tours to these dunes and canyons. On-site game drives let guests spot oryx, Cape fox, and jackals, and a guided hike to the hilltop offers sunset views. The outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers sits on the hill, overlooking the desert plains.

Amenities

The 24-hour front desk assists with check-in and activity bookings, and free parking is available on site. Free WiFi is accessible in the public areas (lobby, bar, restaurant), while rooms do not have WiFi. The property has a shared lounge/TV area, a sun terrace, and a small shop at reception selling curios.

Family & Groups

Desert Hills Lodge provides family rooms, including a dedicated family villa with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a lounge area. Kids' meals are available on the dinner menu, and the pool area is safe for children. Group bookings are common, as the lodge can accommodate up to 20 rooms across its hillside property.

• Location: 36 km from Sossusvlei & Sesriem Canyon gate, on a hill with desert views
• Rooms: 18 thatched huts with private balcony, mountain views, and air conditioning
• Dining: Four-course dinner and continental breakfast on a panoramic terrace
• Activities: Personalised tours to dunes, game drives, and hilltop sunset hike
• Wellness: Outdoor pool with loungers overlooking the plains
• Family: Family villa with two bedrooms, kids' menu, and safe pool area