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Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 3 restaurants and casino

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3 restaurants, breakfast served
Exterior
Exterior
Aerial view
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May

Explore the area

Map
Gustav Voigts Centre, 129 Independence Avenue, Windhoek, Khomas, 9000
  • Christ Church
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • NamibRand Nature Reserve
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Train Station
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Windhoek (WDH-Hosea Kutako)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

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Avani Superior Room

Avani Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Avani Presidential Suite

Avani Presidential Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • 131 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Avani Suite

Avani Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Bathrobes
  • City view
  • 76 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Avani Room

Avani Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

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AVANI Mountain View Room

AVANI Mountain View Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Avani Business Room

Avani Business Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Free bottled water
  • City view
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Windhoek

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino puts you in the heart of Windhoek, within steps of Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino and Craft Market. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 3 restaurants, 3 bars/lounges and a casino. .The restaurant, The Dunes Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Oasis is the hotel's own bar. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and 24-hour gym. Business amenities include meeting rooms and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning full breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 4-property class Windhoek hotel include Zoo Park and Plaza Casino.

What's nearby

  • Christ Church - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • NamibRand Nature Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Train Station - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Namibia University of Science and Technology Hotel School - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Maerua Mall - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Windhoek (ERS-Eros) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Leo's At The Castle - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ekipa Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sicilia Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rooftop Bar Avani Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino

Art Deco hotel with 3 restaurants and casino
Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. A casino, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Windhoek hotel is smoke free.

  • 173 guestrooms or units
  • 16 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1973
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino offers 173 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. A pillow menu is available. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Windhoek hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Plasma televisions come with premium satellite channels. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NAD 265 for adults and NAD 95 for children
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Oasis
  • Pantry at Avani
  • Stratos at Avani
  • The Dunes Restaurant

Things to do

  • 132 slot machines
  • 24-hour gym
  • 7 gaming tables
  • Casino (9,881 square foot of space)
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (99 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (112 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately NAD 265 for adults and from NAD 95 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NAD 350 per person (one-way)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of AvaniSHIELD (Avani)
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes 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. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of AvaniSHIELD (Avani) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

As of 3 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino on 1 May 2025 start from AU$130.71, 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 Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

Yep, Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino has a free self car park.

Does Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino have a pool?

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino features an outdoor pool, 3 restaurants and 3 bars.

Does Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is on offer daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

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

Are pets allowed at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 201 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jakob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
recommendable
well managed hotel. nicely furnished, super clean rooms with very comfortable bed and bedding. very friendly and attentive staff (kuuoko, quinn leigh, and tisha were particularly helpful). breakfast buffet is fantastic, but unfortunately, during my entire stay there was no dinner buffet offered. wifi in my room was strangely erratic (perhaps better in other rooms near to router). in the looby wifi is always very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Niraj, Kirkland

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall: Perfect location with excellent breakfast. Needs to improve: security at lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

dwight

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent downtime hotel with a very unprofessional check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

dwight

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lively hotel in the center of Windhoek
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ten Key

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Simple hotel for a nights stay. Inside is great and restaurant bar on the top floor is very nice and drinks were good. Outside of the building is a bit tired but that doesn’t matter really. We had a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Errol

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

JOHN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
To say they have a swimming pool they could be done under the trade descriptions act, it was like a large bath 3mtrs by 1/12 mtrs at most, a dipping pool. Nice views at sunset from the roof bar Terrible music playing loudly in the street from 0700 until 0200 19 hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angus

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I enjoyed my stay!
All the staff were lovely and provided exceptional service. From Sylvester at front desk to room service staff, you were all fantastic! Well done!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The lighting in the rooms was too dim. Could not see very well
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We received the warmest and friendliest greeting from Gabriel and Tisha at reception after arriving from our exhausting overnight travels. Their smiles instantly boosted our energy. They both went out of their way to elevate our check-in experience and we are grateful for their genuine desire to help their guests feel happy. Keep up the excellent work. We will be back :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shanaugh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect to experience Windhoek and the modern facilities and friendly and helpful staff were appreciated on our first trip to an African country.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri-Ann Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service
All staff were friendly and helpful. We arrived late and left early - the hotel helped to arrange morning transportation for us on short notice and everything went as arranged, even last minute.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The lifts were not working. This was a huge inconvenience. You fumigated. You fumigated the first floor yet it was clear the chemicals and smell would protrude throughout the hotel as it indeed did. You did this so as to save money from having to close at all. Koekoe was excellent in her service and very nice. The noise from outside was remarkably loud and overbearing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is central to Windhoek; in fact when I put “Windhoek” into my Google maps, it ends up a block away from the hotel. The food on the roof is just a touch better than the fantastic view. The staff is very nice and accommodating. Every museum is within walking distance. The wifi works better than most places in Namibia and the room is temperature controlled. There is absolutely nothing negative to stare about my stay at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Marcelo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
AC didn’t work properly, and after pointing out several times they didn’t fix it
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was easy. Transportation from the hotel was easy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location and facilities. Nice buffet for breakfast and dinner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Laura Cristina

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this place. Very modern hotel, great food and drink options.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024