Little Sossus Lodge
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Summary of reviewsLittle Sossus Lodge is highly regarded for its exceptional location, making it an ideal base for exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Sossusvlei. Surrounded by wildlife such as oryx antelopes, impalas and zebras, the lodge offers a serene escape into nature while providing easy access to Sossusvlei Park.
The lodge features spacious individual bungalows and stone cottages that blend beautifully with the natural surroundings. Guests frequently praise the rooms for their comfort, cleanliness and aesthetic appeal. Large, comfortable beds with mosquito nets ensure a restful night's sleep and essential amenities like air conditioning and refrigerators contribute to the convenience of the stay.
The dining experience at Little Sossus Lodge is another highlight with many guests enjoying delicious dinners and hearty breakfasts in a picturesque and tranquil environment. The three-course dinners, often described as delicious and catering well to dietary preferences, are complemented by excellent service and a unique, candlelit ambiance. Breakfast receives commendable reviews for its variety and the option of breakfast boxes for early departures enhances the convenience for travelers.
A standout feature of the lodge is its attentive and friendly staff, who are consistently praised for their helpfulness and professional service. From the warm welcome on arrival to their willingness to assist with various needs, the staff, including the notably attentive Manager Paul, contribute greatly to the positive overall experience.
The pool, while small, offers a refreshing break during hot days and although it can get crowded and the water can be cold, it remains a nice feature of the lodge.
Guests appreciate the consistently high level of cleanliness throughout the lodge. Spacious, well-maintained rooms and a focus on hygiene contribute significantly to a comfortable stay.
Overall, Little Sossus Lodge is celebrated for its beautiful location, comfortable accommodations, excellent dining options and superb hospitality, making it a favored choice for travelers seeking a blend of nature, comfort and exceptional service.
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The lodge features spacious individual bungalows and stone cottages that blend beautifully with the natural surroundings. Guests frequently praise the rooms for their comfort, cleanliness and aesthetic appeal. Large, comfortable beds with mosquito nets ensure a restful night's sleep and essential amenities like air conditioning and refrigerators contribute to the convenience of the stay.
The dining experience at Little Sossus Lodge is another highlight with many guests enjoying delicious dinners and hearty breakfasts in a picturesque and tranquil environment. The three-course dinners, often described as delicious and catering well to dietary preferences, are complemented by excellent service and a unique, candlelit ambiance. Breakfast receives commendable reviews for its variety and the option of breakfast boxes for early departures enhances the convenience for travelers.
A standout feature of the lodge is its attentive and friendly staff, who are consistently praised for their helpfulness and professional service. From the warm welcome on arrival to their willingness to assist with various needs, the staff, including the notably attentive Manager Paul, contribute greatly to the positive overall experience.
The pool, while small, offers a refreshing break during hot days and although it can get crowded and the water can be cold, it remains a nice feature of the lodge.
Guests appreciate the consistently high level of cleanliness throughout the lodge. Spacious, well-maintained rooms and a focus on hygiene contribute significantly to a comfortable stay.
Overall, Little Sossus Lodge is celebrated for its beautiful location, comfortable accommodations, excellent dining options and superb hospitality, making it a favored choice for travelers seeking a blend of nature, comfort and exceptional service.
Hotel Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
This eco-conscious retreat uses locally sourced rock for construction to blend with the landscape. It utilizes wind and generator power charged by batteries and provides environmentally friendly amenities.
Hotel with Parking
Parking is available at this lodge. The lodge environment generally provides a safe and convenient parking space.
Small Hotel
Offers a more intimate and personalized experience compared to larger lodges in the Sossusvlei area. It is praised for its great breakfast and family-friendly environment.
Hotel with Outdoor Pool
Little Sossus Lodge provides an outdoor swimming pool. The cold-water swimming pool offers much-needed relief from the desert heat. The lodge provides a swimming pool with a view.
Family Friendly Hotel
Hotel with Swimming Pool
Outdoor Pool
Guest Reviews
Little Sossus Lodge boasts an exceptional location ideal for exploring the stunning landscapes of Sossusvlei. Surrounded by nature and wildlife, the lodge offers a tranquil escape immersed in the savannah with scenic views of oryx antelopes, impalas and zebras. The strategic position affords easy and quick access to the renowned Sossusvlei Park, generally reachable within a 30 to 45-minute drive.
Guests rave about the spacious individual bungalows which feature large, comfortable beds, air conditioning and refrigerators, ensuring a restful stay. The rooms are consistently described as clean and cozy with particular praise for the stone cottages. A significant highlight is the commendable service; the staff, including the attentive Manager Paul, are frequently noted for their friendliness and efficiency.
Dining at Little Sossus Lodge is another pleasurable experience with delicious dinners and hearty breakfasts often mentioned in reviews. The superb food complements the serene and picturesque environment, making it a memorable choice for visitors seeking both comfort and scenic beauty in the heart of the Namib Desert.
Little Sossus Lodge offers a mixed experience when it comes to breakfast. While some guests felt the buffet could be more abundant and noted a lack of cheese and limited options, many found the overall breakfast experience to be positive. Highlights include a rich selection featuring tasty fruit salad, various muesli and the option of eggs in multiple variations. Breakfast boxes provided for early departures and morning excursions were particularly praised as fantastic and well-stocked. Despite some criticism about simplicity and value, guests frequently mentioned delicious breakfast items and the satisfaction with both breakfast and dinner offerings. Overall, the breakfast at Little Sossus Lodge receives commendable reviews with well-prepared food and the flexibility of to-go breakfast bags adding to the convenience for travelers. The opportunity to observe wildlife like zebras and oryx while dining further enhances the experience.
At Little Sossus Lodge, guests consistently highlight the quality of dinner offerings. The experience often includes a delightful three-course meal that many reviewers describe as delicious, fantastic and very tasty. Some guests found the dining experience to be reminiscent of fine dining with exceptional cuisine that often exceeded expectations.
Vegetarian and vegan options are well-regarded with the kitchen accommodating dietary preferences and delivering equally delicious alternatives. The dinners generally include a variety of dishes such as mince loaf and typical local fare and are served with excellent service.
While some reviewers noted the minimalist approach to the food and occasional small portion sizes, the overall sentiment remains positive with many describing the dinners as ranging from good to exceptional. The aesthetic aspect, such as candlelit dinners under pavilions and end-of-meal African songs, adds a unique touch to the experience.
Breakfast, included in the room price, also receives good reviews, though some guests mention it is simple and starts later than preferred. Overall, the food at Little Sossus Lodge impresses with its quality, variety and the effort put into catering to different dietary needs.
Little Sossus Lodge offers a delightful retreat with rooms praised for their comfort and cleanliness. Guests consistently describe the accommodations as spacious, comfortably furnished and beautifully designed. The stone cottages and simple huts blend seamlessly with the natural surroundings, providing not only aesthetic pleasure but also practicality and coziness.
Visitors appreciate the well-thought-out furnishings and many highlight the stunning views of nature and waterholes visible from the rooms' large windows and terraces. The chalets and double rooms are noted for their exceptional cleanliness and suitability for families, offering ample space for all guests.
The unique style and intimate decor of the rooms contribute significantly to the charm of the place. The rooms are equipped with essential comforts, ensuring a relaxing stay. An occasional comment mentions the warmth of the rooms at night, though the provided fans effectively mitigate this concern.
Overall, Little Sossus Lodge's rooms are consistently lauded for their generous space, attractive furnishings and the serene ambiance they provide, making them a favored choice for travelers seeking both comfort and a connection to nature.
The beds at Little Sossus Lodge receive consistent praise for their comfort. Guests frequently highlight the beds as being very comfortable and cozy, ensuring a restful night's sleep. The lodge's spacious individual bungalows feature large beds, further enhancing the overall sleeping experience. Additionally, the beds are equipped with mosquito nets, adding an extra layer of comfort. Despite their arrangement facing each other in some cases, the beds consistently contribute to the lodge's reputation for comfortable and accommodating sleeping arrangements.
Little Sossus Lodge places a strong emphasis on cleanliness, consistently receiving praise for its immaculate rooms. Guests repeatedly highlight the very clean quarters, complemented by simple yet effective furnishing. The lodge offers a variety of accommodations, including super clean chalets and double rooms that are described as quite spacious and comfortable. The facilities maintain a high standard, ensuring a clean and well-maintained environment throughout the property.
Despite minor issues such as ongoing construction work and the absence of certain amenities like refrigerators, kettles and air conditioning, the overall experience remains positive thanks to the cleanliness and comfort offered. Spacious individual bungalows add to the appeal, making Little Sossus Lodge a commendable choice for those prioritizing hygiene and comfort in their stay.
The staff at Little Sossus Lodge receive consistently high praise from guests for their friendliness, helpfulness and accommodating nature. From the moment guests arrive, they experience a warm welcome and exceptional service that enhances their stay. The team, including the kitchen staff and manager, is frequently noted for their competence and dedication, ensuring that every need is met with a smile.
Guests describe the staff as exceptionally kind, attentive and professional, often going above and beyond in their duties. Whether it's organizing petrol, assisting with tire repairs or providing detailed information about the lodge and its surroundings, the staff's commitment to excellent service leaves a lasting impression. The manager, often singled out by name, is recognized for being particularly informative and supportive, contributing greatly to the overall positive experience.
The welcoming atmosphere created by the staff at Little Sossus Lodge makes guests feel comfortable and valued, making the lodge an outstanding choice for those seeking both relaxation and superb hospitality.
The pool at Little Sossus Lodge offers a wonderfully cool respite for guests, perfect for a refreshing dip during the hot days. Despite its small size, many visitors have appreciated its cleanliness and the pleasant view from rooms overlooking the pool area. However, it's worth noting that the space around the pool can get crowded, particularly in the late afternoon when guests are looking to relax. The water, while refreshing, can be quite cold and there have been mentions of needing more lounge chairs to accommodate all guests. Overall, while the pool is a nice feature of the lodge, some improvements to its size and amenities could enhance the experience.
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Guests rave about the spacious individual bungalows which feature large, comfortable beds, air conditioning and refrigerators, ensuring a restful stay. The rooms are consistently described as clean and cozy with particular praise for the stone cottages. A significant highlight is the commendable service; the staff, including the attentive Manager Paul, are frequently noted for their friendliness and efficiency.
Dining at Little Sossus Lodge is another pleasurable experience with delicious dinners and hearty breakfasts often mentioned in reviews. The superb food complements the serene and picturesque environment, making it a memorable choice for visitors seeking both comfort and scenic beauty in the heart of the Namib Desert.
Breakfast
Dinner
Vegetarian and vegan options are well-regarded with the kitchen accommodating dietary preferences and delivering equally delicious alternatives. The dinners generally include a variety of dishes such as mince loaf and typical local fare and are served with excellent service.
While some reviewers noted the minimalist approach to the food and occasional small portion sizes, the overall sentiment remains positive with many describing the dinners as ranging from good to exceptional. The aesthetic aspect, such as candlelit dinners under pavilions and end-of-meal African songs, adds a unique touch to the experience.
Breakfast, included in the room price, also receives good reviews, though some guests mention it is simple and starts later than preferred. Overall, the food at Little Sossus Lodge impresses with its quality, variety and the effort put into catering to different dietary needs.
Rooms
Visitors appreciate the well-thought-out furnishings and many highlight the stunning views of nature and waterholes visible from the rooms' large windows and terraces. The chalets and double rooms are noted for their exceptional cleanliness and suitability for families, offering ample space for all guests.
The unique style and intimate decor of the rooms contribute significantly to the charm of the place. The rooms are equipped with essential comforts, ensuring a relaxing stay. An occasional comment mentions the warmth of the rooms at night, though the provided fans effectively mitigate this concern.
Overall, Little Sossus Lodge's rooms are consistently lauded for their generous space, attractive furnishings and the serene ambiance they provide, making them a favored choice for travelers seeking both comfort and a connection to nature.
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Cleanliness
Despite minor issues such as ongoing construction work and the absence of certain amenities like refrigerators, kettles and air conditioning, the overall experience remains positive thanks to the cleanliness and comfort offered. Spacious individual bungalows add to the appeal, making Little Sossus Lodge a commendable choice for those prioritizing hygiene and comfort in their stay.
Staff
Guests describe the staff as exceptionally kind, attentive and professional, often going above and beyond in their duties. Whether it's organizing petrol, assisting with tire repairs or providing detailed information about the lodge and its surroundings, the staff's commitment to excellent service leaves a lasting impression. The manager, often singled out by name, is recognized for being particularly informative and supportive, contributing greatly to the overall positive experience.
The welcoming atmosphere created by the staff at Little Sossus Lodge makes guests feel comfortable and valued, making the lodge an outstanding choice for those seeking both relaxation and superb hospitality.
Pool
Yes, Little Sossus Lodge has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Little Sossus Lodge.
No, Little Sossus Lodge doesn't allow dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Little Sossus Lodge.
No, Little Sossus Lodge doesn't have a gym.
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