Galton House Urban Retreat
Number of Rooms
8 Standard Rooms
1 Pool Suite
Location
Overview
Located in Windhoek and named after the famous explorer Sir Francis Galton, Galton House has a relaxed but efficient style which creates a very welcoming atmosphere. Impressive wildlife photography adorns the walls whilst the rest of the interior is a combination of modern minimalistic and understated chic. A mere ten minute drive from the centre of town and perched on the edge of Windhoek's northernmost affluent suburb of Eros, guests here are assured of a suitably relaxing stay with friendly and caring service. The communal areas consist of a large lounge, indoor and outdoor dining areas, a swimming pool, an early arrival/late departure day room (including toilet, shower, changing and re-packing facility) as well as understated garden areas. There is also a delightful 'al fresco' dining area by the pool where freshly prepared and very tasty meals can be served (including lunch and dinner). A number of shops, restaurants and supermarkets are within easy striking distance.
AT A GLANCE
- 9 en suite rooms (standard rooms consist of 5 double, 2 twin, & 1 triple room, plus one Poolside Suite which can be converted into a family room for 2 adults + 2 kids / one double + two twin beds)
- Family rooms
- Satellite television
- Coffee/tea stations and electronic safes in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Bed and breakfast basis (lunch, dinner and bar service charged additionally)
- Artisan coffee
- Spacious communal inside and outside lounges and dining rooms
- Interactive open-plan kitchen
- Early arrival/late departure day room
- Open year-round
- No minimum night stay
- On demand shuttle service (charged additionally)
- Children very welcome
- 100% solar powered
- WIFI
- Telephone
Area
Windhoek, Namibia’s capital city, is nestled amongst rolling hills, bounded by the Eros Mountains in the east, the Auas Mountains to the south and the Khomas Hochland in the west. It is a meeting place between Africa and Europe, the modern and the old. In the capital’s main street, well-preserved German colonial buildings are in sharp contrast with modern architectural styles, while Herero women in their traditional Victorian dresses mingle with executives dressed in the latest fashions. Centrally located within Namibia, Windhoek is an excellent starting point for an adventurous holiday for many visitors to the country and an ideal base from which to explore the rest of the country.
Experiences
Windhoek ‘Redefined’ Tour
An amazing tour of Windhoek through the eyes of local artists.
Windhoek Mountain Biking
Explore the hills surrounding Windhoek by mountain bike, enjoying some culinary treat en route.
Local dining
Enjoy a wide choice of a variety of local restaurants, or stay in to enjoy the tasty meals offered at Galton House.
Gallery
Press
Accolades
Enriching Lives
Ultimate Safaris is privileged to be able to operate in pristine wilderness areas. We believe that the future of the environment and the natural inhabitants of these regions lies in the hands of the communities living there, and that this means they must be involved in the custodianship of their surroundings. The Conservation Travel Foundation is Ultimate Safaris’ registered non-profit organisation and it fully supports these ideals.
Rare And Endangered Species Trust
Saving the ‘Forgotten Five’, Africa’s lesser known creatures!
Giraffe Conservation Foundation
Preventing a silent extinction of one of Africa’s most threatened species!
Africat Foundation
Conserving the world’s largest population of cheetah!
North West Human Wildlife Conflict Management Plan
Finding the balance for the sake man and beast!
Desert Lion Project
Protecting the world’s only growing lion population that lives outside of a National Park!
Rhino Ranger Programme
Empowering communities for conservation through rural employments and training!
Save The Rhino Trust
Conserving Africa’s only free-roaming population of black rhino!
Bunny Cottage
Care for urban orphans in Windhoek, Namibia’s capital city!
Little Bugs
Self-help initiative for a marginalized desert community!
Grootberg Primary School
Development of future conservationists by supporting education!
Namib Tsaris Conservancy
Returning the land to nature!
Doro !Nawas Conservancy
Turning the tide on joint venture tourism by improving profits for land custodians!
//Huab Conservancy
Conservation Travel impacting on marginalized communities!
Lionscape Coalition
Using Conservation Travel partnerships to effect conservation change!
Pack For Conservation
The perfect gift/donation for guests to make when travelling to Namibia!
