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Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino

4.0 star property
Art Deco hotel with 3 restaurants and a casino

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3 restaurants, breakfast served
Exterior
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Aerial view
The Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino sits in the heart of the business district, offering a vibrant retreat. Three restaurants serve meals from breakfast through happy hour. Guests appreciate the helpful staff, convenient dry cleaning/laundry services, and free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Avani Superior Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Avani Superior Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Avani Presidential Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
  • 131 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Avani Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Bathrobes
  • 76 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Avani Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 King Bed

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AVANI Mountain View Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

AVANI Mountain View Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Avani Business Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Plasma TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 29 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Windhoek, Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino is in the city center. Craft Market and Post Street Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore NamibRand Nature Reserve and Zoo Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Independence Stadium or Sam Nujoma Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Gustav Voigts Centre, 129 Independence Avenue, Windhoek, Khomas, 9000

What's nearby

  • NamibRand Nature Reserve - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Katutura Township - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Namibia University of Science and Technology Hotel School - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Train Station - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Maerua Mall - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Windhoek (ERS-Eros) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Windhoek Sky - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Company - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sicilia Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rooftop Bar Avani Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino

Upscale hotel in the business district
A casino, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as a casino VIP room, 7 casino gaming tables, and 132 slot machines. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. In addition to a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Smoke-free premises, a front-desk safe, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 173 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Plasma TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip 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 feet 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator (39 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (44 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 16 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1973
  • Smoking not allowed

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 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NAD 265 for adults and NAD 95 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NAD 350 per person (one-way)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

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Frequently asked questions

Does Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NAD 350 per person applies.

Where is Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino located?

Located in the heart of Windhoek, this hotel is steps from Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino, Craft Market, and Zoo Park. Plaza Casino and Gathemann’s Complex are also within 5 minutes.

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