Kate's Nest Guesthouse & Backpackers

–Great location - show map
Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Staff

8.9

About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Kate's Nest Guesthouse & Backpackers in Windhoek offers a garden, bar, year-round outdoor swimming pool, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy private check-in and check-out, a paid shuttle service, lounge, outdoor fireplace, shared kitchen, housekeeping, outdoor seating area, full-day security, barbecue facilities, and luggage storage. Breakfast and Amenities: A continental breakfast with warm dishes and fruits is served daily. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, private bathrooms with baths, tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, chocolates or cookies, refrigerators, work desks, minibars, and TVs. Free on-site private parking is available. Local Attractions: Located 1000 metres from Eros Airport, the guesthouse is near Windhoek Independence Stadium (4 km), Warehouse Theatre (4 km), Alte Feste Museum (5 km), National Museum of Namibia ACRE (5 km), National Botanical Gardens Windhoek (5 km), Windhoek railway station (5 km), TransNamib Museum (5 km), and National Theatre Namibia (5 km). Guests appreciate the attentive staff and room cleanliness.

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Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.1)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental

    • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 single bed
2 single beds
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
1 double bed
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sharon
    South Africa South Africa
    “It was clean and has large open space for people to sit and chill especially around the dorm house area. It’s just simply lovely and cosy.”
  • Sharon
    South Africa South Africa
    “The staff was really helpful and friendly. The place was really clean and neat. I loved the books, there's variety of selections and there's plenty of space around to sit and relax whether inside or outside. I loved the decor.”
  • Sharifa
    Namibia Namibia
    “The room was very comfortable, and the bathroom included both a bathtub and a shower. I stayed in Swakopmund and really enjoyed the space. For the cold winter nights, I would suggest providing hot water bottles, they’re more eco-friendly and...”
  • Natalia
    Namibia Namibia
    “Very kind and friendly staff. The place is beautiful , great location”
  • Sean
    Canada Canada
    “If you don't have a car (I did) this place can be a bit more difficult, but they are very good at communicating to setup transport for you and have a free shuttle to town every day. This place truly is more of a guesthouse rather than a hotel,...”
  • Jade
    South Africa South Africa
    “Everything. This is worth recommending.trust me.im fussyl and full of shit but this place .I loved it.”
  • Sunshine
    South Africa South Africa
    “Has a side bar for enjoying drinks at leisure. Their breakfast was delicious and filling. The staff, especially Catherine is very knowledgeable. They are all friendly and willing to go the extra mile to make your stay at the venue and in Windhoek...”
  • Katherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great place. Lovely room, good location, excellent value for money., really friendly staff.”
  • Natasha
    Namibia Namibia
    “Very nice place to stay safe secure neat and the most helpful friendly staff ever. Kates is just perfect”
  • Melania
    Namibia Namibia
    “The property was clean, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere was calm and peaceful — perfect for a relaxing stay.”

Managed by Kate's Nest Guesthouse & Backpackers

Company review score: 9Based on 620 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company information

Kate's Nest Guesthouse is a fairly new business. It was started in 2016 by a young lady. I started the guesthouse because of my love to travel, I love meeting other people and getting to know about other cultures, countries & traditions. I love hosting and consider myself friendly like most Namibians and easy going. I respect people & their privacy. My staff & I love people and ready to go the extra mile.

Property information

"Home is not a place, its a feeling" @ Kate's Guesthouse we offer warmth, homey feeling, comfort and safety at very reasonable prices... We understand what its like to travel, all you want is a clean room, clean linen, clean hot shower, friendly & helpful host/ staff and you don't want to spend all your holiday money on accommodation when you hardly spend time there... we offer all of these things and more, come stay with us, you are more than welcome, we cant wait to meet you! The property has a Home like setting and feeling. There are 2 lounge and other open areas where you can sit relax and meet other travellers. We offer a shared kitchen and all our guests are welcome to use the kitchen. We offer a swimming pool & bar to cool off from the hot Namibian sun. Safe parking is available on site. Out door sitting and relaxing spots are available..lots of spaces to relax!

Neighbourhood information

Academia is a quite, family suburb. You will be able to enjoy morning or afternoon walks, there is a supermarket within walking distance. You can get to 3 large malls within 10 min drive, CBD is also about 10min drive. We are located close to the University, the golf course is also close by. We are about 5 min drive from Eros airport... The neighborhood is quite & and very family orientated. LOCATED, within walking distance of most amenities • 2.4km from University of Namibia • 37minute walk to/from University of Namibia TRANSPORT – 5minutes walk • 5 min walk to main road for Taxi SHOPPING CENTERS 19-25minute walk • Baines Shopping Center (OK Grocery, Gym facilities, Pharmacy, All banking ATM’s & more) 19minute walk, 1.4km • Auas Valley Shopping mall (Pick & Pay, Pharmacy, Pep Home, Debonairs, Fishaways, Banking facilities & more!) 25minute walk, 1.7km • Checkers Academia – 24minutes walk, 1.7km FOOD PLACES - 17minutes walk • KFC Southgate – 1.2km • 24 Food mart Fresh stop -1.2km • Seatle Coffee 1.2km WERNHIL MALL • 3.8km • 52min walk!!

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English

Property surroundings

House rules

Kate's Nest Guesthouse & Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Kate's Nest Guesthouse & Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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