Solitaire Roadhouse Lodge

Solitaire Roadhouse Lodge Overview

Located in the tiny, historic settlement of Solitaire, Namibia, the

Solitaire Roadhouse
(formerly known as Solitaire Lodge) serves as a vital oasis for travelers navigating the Namib Desert. It is strategically positioned between the famous Sossusvlei dunes and the coastal town of Walvis Bay, often being the only stop for fuel and supplies for over 200 kilometers.

Key Features & Amenities
Accommodation: The lodge features 25 to 27 air-conditioned rooms arranged around a central desert garden and a lush courtyard with a swimming pool.
Famous Bakery: Home to McGregor’s Desert Bakery, world-renowned for its legendary apple pie and fresh bread.
Essential Services: It provides the area's only petrol station, tire repair shop, and general dealer (Tsondab General Dealer) for essential supplies.
Atmosphere: Known for its quirky "wild west" vibe, the grounds are famously decorated with vintage, rusted car wrecks that have become an iconic photography spot.
Dining: Cafe van der Lee serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, offering everything from burgers to fresh pizza and local game meat pies.

Activities
Wildlife & Nature: Guests can visit the Cheetah Sanctuary to see habituated cats or join scenic sundowner drives across the 45,000-acre Solitaire Land Trust.
Outdoor Exploration: The area offers various hiking trails and fat tire bike rentals to explore the rugged desert terrain.
Stargazing: Due to minimal light pollution, it is a premier location for viewing the southern night sky.