Khorixas is the main town of the Damaraland Region of Namibia and lies central to numerous spectacular geological and historical attractions, including the Brandberg and the Ancient Rock Engravings at Twyfelfontein.
No visit to Namibia is complete if these breathtaking attractions of this enigmatic and beautiful area haven't been visited.
The iGowati Country Hotel is in the town of Khorixas and offers the amenities of a city hotel in a rural setting, with the friendly and welcoming demeanour which is typical to the local Damara people.
iGowati means "desert dunes" and represents one of the typical attractions of this arid region, where dry riverbeds cut through the mountainous landscape, creating a dramatic backdrop for the endless views.
Igowati Country Hotel Accommodation
Twenty-nine spacious rooms are available in the rustic thatched-roof buildings, providing a cool environment in this harsh and hot landscape.
A variety of room types can accommodate any type of group configuration.
Accommodation Options at Igowati Country Hotel
- Single Rooms
- Twin Rooms
- Family Rooms
- Self-catering Unit
- Campsites
Single Room
There is one single bed available in the single rooms, accommodating one person.
A mosquito net provides protection against the insects. A fan is available and the room has a thatched roof and good ventilation, which cools down the interior when it is hot outside.
. Tea/coffee making facilities are available and the room has an en-suite bathroom.
Room Type 1 Facilities
- Single bed
- Mosquito net
- Thatched roof with good ventilation
- En-suite bathroom with shower
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Garden views
Twin Rooms
Two persons are accommodated on two twin beds, with mosquito net covering. An en-suite bathroom is available.
A fan is provided and the room has a thatched roof and good ventilation, which cools down the interior when it is hot outside.
Tea/coffee making facilities are available and the room has views over the gardens.
Twin Room Facilities
- 2 Single beds
- Mosquito nets
- Thatched roof with good ventilation
- Fan
- En-suite bathroom with shower
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Garden views
Family Rooms
A loft area provides accommodation for two persons on twin beds, while a double bed is located on the ground floor.
There is an en-suite bathroom to be shared by the four persons accommodated in the Family Rooms.
A fan and tea/coffee making facilities are provided in these non-smoking rooms.
Family Room Facilities
- 1 double bed
- 2 Single beds
- Mosquito nets
- Thatched roof with good ventilation
- Fan
- En-suite bathroom with shower
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Smoke-free rooms
Self-catering Units
One of the self-catering units offers a private bedroom with two single beds and two additional single beds in the lounge area.
. The second self-catering unit has four single beds in the open plan room. Both of these units have private bathrooms and accommodate a maximum of four persons.
An open plan kitchen has all the cutlery and crockery you will need for basic food preparation. A fridge, stove and barbeque area is available.
Self-catering Units Facilities
- 2 Single beds
- Fans
- Bunk beds
- Mosquito nets
- Thatched roof with good ventilation
- Fan
- En-suite bathroom with shower
- Bar fridge, microwave oven and 2-plate stove
- Kitchen amenities
- Tea/coffee making facilities
- Barbeque facilities on private patio
- Smoke-free rooms
- Garden views
Campsites
The campsites are large and comfortably accommodate 6 guests each. The sites are set out on green lawns underneath big, shady trees.
Running water and an electrical connection point is available at each campsite, as are barbeque facilities with firewood provided.
The shared ablution facilities have showers and toilets. Guests have access to the restaurant and beer garden on the premises, as well as to the swimming pool and communal barbeque facilities.
Pets can be accommodated by prior arrangement.
Campsite Facilities
- Running water
- Electrical connection point
- Shared ablution facilities with hot showers, toilets and wash basins
Igowati Country Hotel Amenities
The restaurant at iGowati Country Hotel offers an a la carte-menu as well as buffet-options for large groups.
The bar is open during the day and at night a local traditional group entertains the guests with storytelling and interesting facts about the Damara people.
Facilities at Igowati Country Hotel
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
- Lapa
- Beer garden
- Curio shop with basic necessities to travellers available
- Safe parking
- Wi-Fi
- Pets can be accommodated on prior arrangement
- Barbeque facilities
- Laundry service available on request
What To Do at iGowati Country Hotel
Day Trips to the attractions and sights in the area are offered by iGowati and their friendly guides will entertain you with the wealth of information on their traditions and history.
The air-conditioned vehicle will be your cool chariot and lunch packs and drinks are provided.
Activities
- Day trip to traditional Himba Village
- Day trip to the Skeleton Coast Park
- Day trip to White Lady Rock Painting
- Donkey Cart Trip
- Stargazing
Things to See
- Rock Engravings at Twyfelfontein
- Burnt Mountain
- Organ Pipes
- Petrified Forest
- Rock Finger
- Himba Cultural Village
- Desert-dwelling elephants and black rhino
