The Desert House - Uis

Nature & adventure guesthouse in Uis with mountain views, guided desert excursions, and family-friendly amenities

Amenities & Activities

The Desert House offers an outdoor swimming pool, garden, and terrace with BBQ facilities and an outdoor fireplace. Guests can join game drives and themed dinner nights, or book a guided Messum Crater tour or desert elephant tracking with owner David. The property also provides packed lunches for day trips and an on-site coffee house.

Rooms & Accommodations

All rooms at The Desert House are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and offer mountain views. The guest house has family rooms and each room is decorated with local desert aesthetics, including artwork painted by owner Annika. Daily housekeeping and a 24-hour front desk are provided.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves African cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options, and offers special diet menus and wine or champagne. Breakfast is available daily with diverse meal options, and guests can pre-book a braai dinner prepared by hosts David and Annika. A coffee house is also located on the property.

Location & Surroundings

The Desert House is situated in Uis, within driving distance of Skeleton Coast, Etosha National Park, and Namib-Naukluft National Park. A nearby restaurant, Teagarden Coffee Cactus, is within walking distance for alternative dining. The guest house offers free private parking and is a common stop between Swakopmund, Etosha, and Windhoek.

Family & Services

The guest house is family-friendly, with shared spaces including a garden, outdoor swimming pool, and a welcoming bar. Children can participate in guided activities such as game drives and desert elephant tracking. Additional services include laundry, ironing, safety deposit boxes, and private check-in/check-out.

• Activities: Game drives, desert elephant tracking, Messum Crater tours
• Dining: African cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options
• Rooms: Air-conditioned family rooms with mountain views
• Location: Close to Skeleton Coast, Etosha, and Namib-Naukluft parks
• Family: Children-friendly with shared spaces and outdoor amenities