Does Tautona Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Tautona Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tautona Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tautona Lodge?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

Where is Tautona Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is 23.7 mi (38.1 km) from Kuru Art Project.

Tautona Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

6/10 Okay

Hendrik

30 Dec, 2022

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Bar servicd and dinner was great, room comfortable but not spotless, gardens unkept, a number of simple issues can be addressed to make this a great stopover for campers and tourists

4/10 Poor

William

15 Aug, 2023

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The room was inadequately serviced with requisites. The request to combine the twin beds was ignored until late evening The shower taps are not earthed properly and transmitted electric shocks during showering - potentially dangerous

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Diane

29 Oct, 2022

Liked: Staff & service

I stayed here twice. I loved seeing the lions nearby. The restaurant is fairly good, but service is very slow. Order dinner 1-2 hours prior to when you want to eat. Rooms are spare with spartan bathrooms. I booked through Expedia and prepaid for lodging. When I checked out, I was charged again for the lodging. Repeated calls were made to the Lodge to get them to acknowledge their error. I asked to have the charges for lodging reversed but they wouldn't do it. I finally had to dispute the credit card charge when I got home. There may be better choices for lodging in the Ghanzi area.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Michael

29 Apr, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great lodging at a reasonable price

The lodge is located on the outskirts of Ghanzi. It was convenient for work in this region and a good location for traveling back and forth to surrounding villages. While we did not engage services for safari or those types of exploration, the location has ample businesses in the area that are willing to do so. I appreciated the feel of the place. You can tell that it has a history to it- there are many artifacts that appear to have been collected over time. The housekeeping service was very efficient- providing daily service and as well, on demand. One of our guests had a challenging encounter with mosquitos and the housekeeping staff came by after hours to spray his room. There are facilities for camping, rustic cabin, and more conventional rooms- a good variety for guests based on THEIR comfort level and budget. The pool was more than sufficient- we’ll maintsined and quite refreshing after eating dust all day on the road. Food was surprisingly good. The morning buffet was normal- with eggs on demand, good coffee (yes, that is important to some!!), tea, juices and a small buffet. The restaurant offerings in the evening were broad- meats, burgers, chicken and pizza. Of all the choices, I would avoid the pizza. Unless you love lots and lots and lots and lots of cheese (you get the picture), we found it difficult to find our meat on the thin crust. The other choices- especially the rump roast and skewers, were quite good and reasonably price

6/10 Okay

CAMUS

18 Dec, 2023

4X4 INDISPENSABLE POUR LES TENTES

Quelques kms de Ghanzi en empruntant un chemin de 4.8 km. Beaux chalets pas loin d’une piscine, mais pour nous c’est tente à 400 mètres en empruntant un chemin rempli de sable et le 4x4 nous est bien utile…Accueil impersonnel. Belle piscine. Bon wifi. Lit propre et large, mais de la crotte de rat un peu partout ! Super petit-déjeuner. Un peu pénible de devoir prendre la voiture pour aller à la piscine, à la réception ou à la salle de repas, ce qui n'était pas indiqué clairement dans l'annonce pour les tentes.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Armin

17 Oct, 2023

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wir haben bei einem Gamedrive eine Grube mit Tier-Knochen und Schädel gefunden. Nach einer Recherche im Internet, wurden hier auf dem Gelände der Lodge große Mengen Löwen für Jagtfarmen in Südafrika gezüchtet. Heute sind immer noch 3 Löwen in einem speziellen Gehege. Die gesamte Anlage ist in die Tage gekommen, wir waren auch die einzigen Gäste.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Gerd

2 Oct, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Service at reception, bar, restaurant was excellent from the moment we walked through the door. Tents were clean and functional, just what to expect from tented accommodation.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Moritz

26 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service

Der Empfang war ärgerlich. Die Damen konnten meine Buchung nicht finden. Es sei an mir das Problem zu lösen. Bald standen 4 Leute da und haben mir zugeguckt, wie ich ihre Arbeit mache. Die Unterschrift für eine zweite Buchung für 110USD - man könne mich dann schon mal einchecken - habe ich mehrfach verweigert. Letztlich konnte ich per Expedia Chat jemanden finden, der in der Unterkunft anruft und bestätigt, dass ich bereits gezahlt habe. Für 85€ haben wir das unbequemste Bett und schlechteste Frühstück Botswanas bekommen. Lediglich das Restaurantpersonal ist sehr freundlich und aufmerksam. Die Anlage ist skurril. In der Zeit gefangen. Eine Geisterstadt. Irgendwie spannend und traurig gleichzeitig.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Franck

2 Sept, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Could not visit due to COVID closure

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

5 Apr, 2021

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Schöne Lage Da wir in der Corona Zeit reisten, war nicht alles so sauber. Trotzdem jedoch eine Empfehlung wert.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

27 May, 2019

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

In dem Chalet war eine starke Geruchsbelästigung, es hat wie übel riechende Holzschutzfarbe gerochen. Kaum zum Aushalten, für offene Fenster haben Moskitonetze gefehlt. Vom Bad ganz zu schweigen. Im Service nur ungeschultes Personal. Tische zum Frühstück wurden nur nach Aufforderung neu eingedeckt, hierbei war das Tischabwischen schon zu viel. Zuletzt wurde dann beim Eindecken das Besteck nicht am Stiel angefasst, sondern am falschen Ende !!!!!!! Andere Gäste hatten ähnliche Probleme (defekte Lichtschalter usw.), mussten dadurch mehrfach das Zimmer tauschen. Auf Nachfrage bei der Chefin, bekamen sie die Antwort: sie hätten ja die billigste Kategorie gebucht und könnten somit ja nicht mehr erwarten!!! Das geht gar nicht !!! Die Aussage, dass sie seit 2 Jahren die Lodge betreiben und sie Schritt für Schritt renovieren, hilft da auch nicht. Nachdem die Eigentümer/Pächter dann am Abend an der Bar die besten Gäste waren, packen sie das auch in den nächsten 5 Jahren nicht. Diese Lodge kann man in keinster Weise empfehlen.

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

17 May, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Hard to find - poor signage. Good facilities and grounds.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Arno

31 Mar, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Familiäre Lodge, gutes Preis-Leistungsverhältnis

Eine nette kleine Lodge zwischen Maun und Windhoek, somit ein idealer Zwischenstopp. Es gibt Chalets in unterschiedlicher Größe, sauber und gepflegt. Der Eigentümer legt selbst Hand an um die Chalets zu renovieren. Sehr familiär, einfach aber gemütlich. Es gibt einen schönen Pool, eine Bar und ein Restaurant. Des Weiteren verfügt die Lodge über ein großes Areal durch das man mit dem eigenen Auto fahren kann (Selbst-Fahrer Game Drive). Wenn man Glück hat, sieht man die 4 Löwen.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Ole

31 Dec, 2018

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Okay but not more.

It was okay, but not more than that. A bit too expensive for what you get. We have before stayed at the Kalahari Arms Hotel. It was cheaper but a better total experience. We had to ask for towels, bed lamps was not working. Room was small. Pool not clean. Pictures looked better than reality. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 Dec, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Das Personal vor allem die Chefin sind sehr freundlich. Sie erzählte uns das sie die Lodge nach und nach Renovieren, da sie doch sehr mitgenommen ist. Obwohl wir nur eine Nacht da waren, waren wir doch sehr Begeistert. Das Essen ist super und sehr sehr viel.... Jeder Zeit wieder

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Anni, Haren, Germany

14 Nov, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Wir haben zwei Nächte in einem Chalet verbracht. Supernettes Servicepersonal und gute Küche. Die Manager Wanda und Adrian haben sich sehr um unser Wohlergehen bemüht und uns richtig gut betreut. Sie haben sich immer Zeit genommen für unsere Anliegen. Die Gespräche mit den beiden waren eine Bereicherung. Sie haben uns versichert, dass die Chalets nach und nach renoviert werden. Wir werden mit Sicherheit wiederkommen.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

JOAQUIM

9 Nov, 2018

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tenda de luxo debaixo das estrelas

As tendas em que ficamos (3 e 4) estão afastadas do centro do lodge cerca de 800m. São tendas bem equipadas, muito confortáveis, espaçosas, com camas twin e casa de banho privativa. Uma delas tinha a iluminação exterior avariada e não têm acesso a wifi que só existe nas zonas comuns do bar e restautante. O lodge não disponibiliza adaptadores para as fichas europeias. Só foi possível carregar os aparelhos numa tomada que existia no bar. Wifi bastante instável. Staff pouco atento. Pequeno almoço com produtos de baixa qualidade. Café, só solíuvel. Apesar destes aspectos menos positivos, não nos importaríamos de voltar a ficar naquelas tendas. Foram uma experiência bastante agradável. Tivemos a sorte de termos uma noite estrelada e uma trovoada africana no horizonte. Um espectáculo.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

Renate

9 Oct, 2018

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Renovierungsbedürftig

Chalets dunkel , muffelig und altmodisch. Auf dem Selfdrive haben wir keinerlei Tiere gesehen. Bushwalk wurde erst ab 5 Personen angeboten. A la carte Restaurant gut.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

2 Oct, 2018

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

Very basic for an overnight stay

We booked three "luxury tents" but on spot we found that they were so basic an distant (in the bush) from main campus that we manage to switch them for two small twin rooms, with such small rooms that was a bit difficult to step into the bath tube. The water pool could be better treated, but overall the common areas of the campus are spacious and nicely decorated. Breakfast was regular.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Door, Gobsbis Hentiesbau and Wellington SA

13 Aug, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay What about a coffee station in the Meru tents??

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

2 Aug, 2018

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Gutes Hotel auf der Durchreise. Grozügige Anlage.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

13 May, 2018

Liked: Staff & service

personnel accueillant, mais l electricite et la plomberie des chambres sont en tres mauvais etat, a priori pas entretenu. la literie cependant est propre. Toutefois nous avons demandé a changer de chambre car nous avons eu la surprise detrouver un pigeon dans la chambre du second etage en arrivant, qui avait fait pas mal de degats!

Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Philippe

24 May, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann Marie

7 Apr, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Renate

21 Oct, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

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