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Naries Namakwa Retreat

Guest House

Review Summary

4.7 out of 5from 64 reviews for Naries Namakwa Retreat
Cleanliness
4.9/5
Service
4.6/5
Location
4.7/5
Safety
4.9/5
Value for money
4.4/5
Brenda W - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Brenda W
On business

Spectacular self catering accommodation.

We have stayed many times at Naries and will be returning. The setting is incredible and the night sky is a real treat. The accommodation is very nice; our choice is the self catering cottages. They are nicely furnished and the kitchen is well stocked with cooking implements, cutlery and crockery. Naries is, in our opinion, the nicest place to stay in the Springbok area. It is a bit out of town, but this is possibly what makes it so special.

Henda T - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Henda T
With partner

'n Stukkie hemel met hartlike gasvryheid en bederf tot in die fynste detail.

Wat 'n wonderlike voorreg om hier 'n hemelse bederf te kon ervaar. Om by Naries Namakwa Retreat in een van die berghutte te gaan oornag, was een van die plekke op ons "bucket list". Om egter net een nag daar oor te slaap was gans te min! Ons is hartlik ontvang en die personeel het uit hul pad gegaan om ons tuis te laat voel en aandete te skuif sodat ons eers kon aflaai en verfris na die lang dag se ry vanuit die Richtersveld. Groot waardering vir uitstekende en vriendelike diens met watertand lekker etes by 'n heerlike warm kaggelvuur. Lieflike verblyf tot in die fynste detail in 'n ongelooflike mooi omgewing. Ons sal moet langer oorbly met 'n volgende keer.

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A piece of heaven with warm hospitality and pampering down to the finest detail.

What a wonderful privilege to be able to experience a heavenly treat here. Spending the night at Naries Namakwa Retreat in one of the mountain huts was one of the places on our "bucket list". However, to sleep only one night there was far too little! We were warmly received and the staff went out of their way to make us feel at home and moved dinner so that we could drop off and freshen up after the long day's drive from the Richtersveld. Great appreciation for excellent and friendly service with mouth-watering meals by a lovely warm log fire. Lovely accommodation down to the finest detail in incredibly beautiful surroundings. We will have to stay longer next time.

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Dominique M - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dominique M
Family with teenagers

Exceeded our expectations. Warm, friendly staff. Stunning location.

A beautiful place and setting. Super friendly and helpful staff. Would love to visit again during the flower season.

Karen D - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karen D
With friends

Excellent!

Have been coming here for over 10 years and will never stop coming back, superb place to unwind. Excellent service and food always.

Lydia S - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lydia S
With partner

Die mense is gaaf en gasvry.

Ons het heerlik gebly, geslaap en geëet!

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The people are nice and hospitable.

We had a wonderful stay, slept and ate!

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Ian S - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ian S
Family with teenagers

Lekker kos.

Alhoewel die ligging en kos baie goed was, sou ek dit nie die gesinseenhede weer gebruik nie. Hulle staan heel dag in die son wat dit dan ongelooflik warm in die nag maak. Met geen lugversorging of muskietnette nie, is dit amper onmoontlik om te slaap a.g.v. die hitte binne in die kamers.

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Nice food.

Although the location and food were very good, I would not use the family units again. They stand in the sun all day which then makes it incredibly hot at night. With no air conditioning or mosquito nets, it is almost impossible to sleep due to the heat inside the rooms.

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Agnieszka T - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Agnieszka T
With friends

Remote and scenic.

The place is absolutely stunning. The location is very scenic, and the units blend beautifully into the landscape. The food is very tasty. The units are spacious and very comfortable. What kind of got me a bit is that there is not clarity on what is included in rates and what isn't - we were offered welcome drinks, but only when we asked; we were told that they are charged extra. If we didn't ask, this would've been a surprise. Self-catering units do not have air conditioning, and it was very hot (despite that it was already late April) and no WiFi. Keeping the above in mind - the place is still a wonderful venue for a few days' stay.

Helen R - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Helen R
With partner

We came to see the flowers and we're not disappointed.

This is such a beautiful place. We wished that we had booked for 4 nights. The walks and scenery are breathtaking and the hospitality and food were really top class.

Louis M - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Louis M
With partner

Fantasties.

Baie luukse berg chalet met mees fantastiese uitsigte van Boesmanland vanaf Spaktakelberg. Was elke sent die moeite werd. Werklik iets besonders. Vyfster-akkomodasie.

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Fantastic.

Very luxurious mountain chalet with the most fantastic views of Bushmanland from Spaktakelberg. Was worth every penny. Truly something special. Five star accommodation.

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Liza L - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Liza L
With friends

Great stay!

There was lots to do and see in the area. The staff were wonderful and the location was fantastic. Rooms were very well stocked and comfortable. We would love to visit again sometime. We were disappointed by the final bill that we forgot to settle up (our mistake), but now fully paid. It would be good to notify clients when they will be charged for extras such as the welcome teas when we arrived. Also, some of our meals were not included in the price that we paid up front. We understood that sundowner drinks were extra. A menu presented prior to our order could have solved this dilemma as we brought all our food and drinks.

Johan V - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Johan V
With partner

Baie gerieflike akkommodasie. Kos uitstekend.

Myns insiens ietwat "Over priced". Veral as ek dit met ander akkommodasie in die prysklas vergelyk word. Sal dit weer gebruik, maar net as ander soortgelyke akkommodasie nie beskikbaar is nie.

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Very comfortable accommodation. Food excellent.

In my opinion somewhat "Over priced". Especially when I compare it to other accommodation in the price range. Would use again but only if other similar accommodation is not available.

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Leon V - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Leon V
Family with teenagers

Perfekte plek om die Namakwa te ervaar.

Naries was 'n aangename ervaring. Gawe mense en doen baie moeite met die kos.

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Perfect place to experience the Namakwa.

Naries was a pleasant experience. Nice people and put a lot of effort into the food.

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Tony K - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tony K
Family with teenagers

Stunning views and awesome location.

A lovely cottage with stunning views. The area had just had some devasting floods, so there was a lot of water around. It was our overnight stop on our way back from the Kgalagadi and this worked well for us. Nice and quiet, only disturbed by the birds in the morning! Lovely evening with amazing views of the stars!

Mionneke K - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mionneke K
With partner

Asemrowend verby!

Hierdie is 'n definitiewe "weer kuierplek". Smaakvol. Rustig. Vriendelike atmosfeer en personeel. Ek is verlief op Naries. Die ronde huisies in die veld is so romanties.

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Breathtaking over!

This is a definite "visit again". Tasteful. Restful. Friendly atmosphere and staff. I'm in love with Naries. The round houses in the field are so romantic.

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Juanita V - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Juanita V

Alles was perfek!

Personeel was baie vriendelik en professioneel. Die beste kos wat ek in 'n lang tyd geëet het! Verblyf is die geld werd!

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Everything was perfect!

Staff were very friendly and professional. The best food I have eaten in a long time! Accommodation is worth the money!

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Johan S - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan S
With partner

Afrika-skoonheid!

Ongelooflike uitsig oor die Spektakelpas, mooiste sonsondergang. Bergsuite was baie spesiaal en uniek, 'n ongelooflike ervaring. Personeel was vriendelik en hulpvaardig. Kos was uitsonderlik lekker gewees. Uitstekende diens.

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African beauty!

Incredible view of the Spektakel Pass, most beautiful sunset. Bergsuite was very special and unique, an incredible experience. Staff were friendly and helpful. Food was exceptionally good. Excellent service.

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Thelma B - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Thelma B
With partner

So rustig soos 'n plek seker kan wees.

Laken op die bed was stukkend. WiFi is uiters beperk tot sekere areas en beperk per gas. Spyskaart is uiters beperk.

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As peaceful as a place can be.

Sheet on the bed was torn. WiFi is extremely limited to certain areas and limited per guest. Menu is extremely limited.

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Jurgens R - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Jurgens R
With partner

Pragtige plek. Baie mooi skoon en net.

Lieflike plaas met baie mooi uitsig oor die Spektakelberge.

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Beautiful place. Very nice and clean.

Lovely farm with a very nice view of the Spektake mountains.

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Pieter O - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Pieter O
With partner

Netjiese verblyf in pragtige omgewing.

Naries is goed geleë om Springbok-omgewing te verken; veral in die blommeseisoen; ons eenheid was netjies en ons is selfs van 'n gratis sak brandhout voorsien om die koue te verdryf.

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Neat accommodation in beautiful surroundings.

Naries is well located for exploring the Springbok area; especially in the flower season; our unit was tidy and we were even provided with a free bag of firewood to ward off the cold.

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Pieter R - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pieter R
With partner

Pragtige plek met die mooiste uitsig.

Vriendelik ontvang, huis was 'n aangename verrassing. Kos was uit die boonste rakke. Spesiale ontbyt was vir ons gepak in 'n boksie. Dit is 'n baie spesiale plek.

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Beautiful place with the most beautiful view.

Friendly welcome, home was a pleasant surprise. Food was top notch. Special breakfast was packed for us in a box. It is a very special place.

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Willem O - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Willem O
With partner

Fantasties.

Pragtig en fantastiese kos en uitstekende diens.

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Fantastic.

Beautiful and fantastic food and excellent service.

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Madie V - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Madie V
With partner

'n Aangename verrassing in die Noord-Kaap.

Verblyf in die bergsuites was uniek. Kos was puik, personeel vriendelik en professioneel. Kan dit beslis aanbeveel.

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A pleasant surprise in the Northern Cape.

Staying in the mountain suites was unique. Food was great, staff friendly and professional. Can definitely recommend it.

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Aletta P - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Aletta P
With partner

Heel aangenaam.

Baie moeilik as mens geëet, geslaap en weer geëet het voor jy vertrek het, om meer te sê as dat die diens goed was en die kos lekker was.

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Very pleasant.

Very difficult when one has eaten, slept and eaten again before leaving, to say more than that the service was good and the food was good.

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Odette D - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Odette D
Family with teenagers

Rustige omgewing en pragtige plaas.

Baie mooi en goed toegeruste selfsorg-eenhede.

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Peaceful surroundings and beautiful farm.

Very nice and well-equipped self-catering units.

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Murray P - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Murray P
With partner

Oornag by Naries nadat ons Goegap Reservaat se blomme gekyk het.

Sien sterre.

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Overnight at Naries after viewing Goegap Reserve's flowers.

See stars.

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Elmarie P - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Elmarie P
With partner

Mooiste berg-suite.

Die berg suite is 'n groot bederf. 5 ster akkommodasie in die koppies met mooiste uitsig, veral sonsopkoms deur die vensters oor 'n koppie koffie. In my opinie kan die etes effens aangepas word om 'n 5de ster by die waarde vir geld te sit. Ek verstaan Covid het ook dinge beperk. Die plaas is pragtig met mooi staproetes en die berg lapa 'n bederf met sononder. Die personeel en bestuur is baie vriendelik en gasvry. Ons beveel graag Narries aan.

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Most beautiful mountain suite.

The mountain suite is a great treat. 5 star accommodation in the hills with the most beautiful view, especially sunrise through the windows over a cup of coffee. In my opinion the meals could be adjusted slightly to add a 5th star to the value for money. I understand Covid has also limited things. The farm is beautiful with beautiful hiking trails and the mountain lapa is a treat at sunset. The staff and management are very friendly and hospitable. We are happy to recommend Narries.

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Nigel B - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Nigel B
Family with teenagers

Welcome luxury after a long drive.

Great oasis. The indoor fireplace is a good idea for both winter and for braaing in summer. Enjoyed the different walks and even had the opportunity to do an 8 km run to the view point and back. Lovely and restful. Wish we could have stayed longer.

Engela V - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Engela V
With friends

Besonderse plek, baie mooi akkommodasie, behalwe die selfsorg-eenhede het 'n upgrade nodig.

Ons het baie lekker gekuier en gebly, maar ons gaste en ons het gereken die selfsorghuisies kan bietjie meer gemoderniseer word. Veral as mens dit vergelyk met die groothuis wat mooi opgeknap word. Die kos in die restaurant was baie gewoon, alhoewel baie aangenaam. Ons vergelyk dit met die maaltye wat ons vantevore daar gekry het. Veral die aandetes was duur vir wat jy gekry het. Die nuwe Gemsbok bymekaarkomplek was heerlik, ons het baie gawe mense daar ontmoet.

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Special place, very nice accommodation, except the self-catering units need an upgrade.

We had a great time and stay, but our guests and we thought the self-catering cottages could be modernized a bit more. Especially when you compare it to the big house that is being nicely renovated. The food in the restaurant was very ordinary, although very pleasant. We compare it to the meals we got there before. Especially the dinners were expensive for what you got. The new Gemsbok meeting place was wonderful, we met many nice people there.

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Nallie B - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Nallie B
With partner

Baie aangenaam en ontspanne.

Fasiliteite van hoogstaande kwaliteit en diens vriendelik en goed.

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Very pleasant and relaxed.

Facilities of high quality and service friendly and good.

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Marion S - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Marion S
Family with teenagers

Very quiet remote, can see thousands of stars at night with only the local wild life to keep you company.

Isolated, quiet place with lovely undulating hills. The chalets were comfortably, cool although it was hot outside and at night the temperature dropped which was very pleasant.

Paul V - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Paul V
With partner

Dit was 'n awesome ervaring.

Ons het in een van die twee self catering units gebly. Ongelooflik. Ek sal dit enige tyd aanbeveel. Dit is stil, en nie veel lig in jou oë in die omgewing nie. Sterre kyk was 'n plesier. Ek het geen klagtes nie. Ek het net oornag, maar sal vir seker langer wil bly volgende keer.

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It was an awesome experience.

We stayed in one of the two self catering units. Unbelievable. I would recommend it anytime. It's quiet, and not much light in your eyes around. Stargazing was a pleasure. I have no complaints. I only stayed overnight, but would definitely like to stay longer next time.

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Hermann W - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Hermann W
With friends

Baie ontspanne.

Lekker verblyf. Baie mooi stap paadjies en uitsig. Lekker kos en vriendelike personeel.

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Very relaxing.

Nice accommodation. Very nice walking routes and view. Delicious food and friendly staff.

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Johan M - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan M
Family with teenagers

Uitstekende verblyf.

Baie aangename verblyf gehad. Uitstekende kos in die restaurant. Dis die klein dingetjies wat die groot verskil gemaak het.

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Excellent stay.

Had a very pleasant stay. Excellent food in the restaurant. It's the little things that made the big difference.

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Danie V - Aug 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Danie V
With partner

Lekker rustig en tevrede

Puik ontvangs. Besonderse diens.

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Nice and quiet and satisfied

Great reception. Exceptional service.

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Lizette S - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lizette S
With partner

Uitstekend.

Dit was vir ons 'n belewenis in Namakwaland, uitstekende verblyf, kos en diens. Baie dankie, ons het dit baie geniet.

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Outstanding.

It was an experience for us in Namaqualand, excellent accommodation, food and service. Thank you very much, we really enjoyed it.

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Andre R - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre R
With friends

Lekker rusplek!

Akkommodasie van hoogstaande gehalte, alles was skoon, netjies, ruim en gerieflik! Diens voortreflik, veral die ontvangsdame Anthea, vriendelik en baie behulpsaam.

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Nice place to rest!

Accommodation of the best quality, everything was clean, neat, spacious and convenient! Service good, especially the receptionist Anthea, friendly and very helpful.

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Vic P - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Vic P
With partner

Mooi plaas met uitsigte.

Die verskil tussen die self catering, die herehuis en die luxury chalets is groter as wat ek verwag het. Die drie huis tipes is nie goed geïntegreer nie. Fotos skep 'n verwagting van die Nama chalets - in werklikheid is die self catering nie daar geleë nie en die uitsig is ook nie dieselfde nie. Die verskil is net te groot en dit stel teleur. Hoogtepunt was die Gemsbok Lapa en die uitsigpunt.

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Nice farm with views.

The difference between the self catering, the mansion and the luxury chalets is bigger than I expected. The three house types are not well integrated. Photos create an expectation of the Nama chalets - in reality the self catering is not located there and the view is not the same either. The difference is just too big and it's disappointing. Highlight was the Gemsbok Lapa and the viewpoint.

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Elizabeth H - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elizabeth H
With partner

Die stilte van die Mountain Suite waar ons gebly het was 'n unieke ervaring.

Vyfster-verblyf. Net een probleempie, die eienaar MOET dit oorweeg om die WiFi reëls te verander. Deesdae is gratis WiFi oral beskikbaar/verwag en ons het gevind dat ander gaste ook so voel.

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The quiet of the Mountain Suite was a unique experience.

Five star accommodation Just one little issue, the owner MUST consider changing the WiFi rules. Nowadays free WiFi is standard, and other guests feel the same.

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Hennie M - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hennie M
With partner

Absoluut fantansies. Puik diens, kos en vriendelike personeel.

Sal dit regtig vir enige spesiale geleentheid aanbeveel.

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Fantastic! Great service and food with friendly staff.

Highly recommended.

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Naries Namakwa Retreat 's response

Geagte Hennie,
Baie dankie vir U positiewe terugvoering. Ons is verheug dat U die kuier geniet het, en hoop om U weer in die nabye toekoms op Naries te verwelkom.
Vriendelike Groete.
Naries Span

Naries Namakwa Retreat
Geraldine S - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Geraldine S

Lekker Namakwaland-wegbreek.

Goed toegeruste eenheid in 'n pragtige omgewing. Die verwelkoming met ons aankoms was eersteklas.

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Lovely Namaqualand getaway.

Well equipped unit in a stunning environment. First-class hospitality on arrival.

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Eugene E - Mar 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Eugene E
With friends

Baie teleurstellend!

Berg-suites is van buite asemrowend, maar 3 verskillende groottes en uitsigte. Verduideliking van Naries as "uniek" is onaanvaarbaar. Pryse moet verskil en wat jy kry duidelik uitgestip word, so nie sal daar altyd probleme wees indien meer as 1 paar in die suites tuisgaan. Aanbieding van kos besonders, maar kos is swak. Gazpacho in 'n cognac glas met klein opening bedien, steak taai, crime brûlée tuisgemaak, maar melk het geskif, en brandy snaps onder peer kliphard aan buitekant en taai onder peer. Die yskas is of te laat aangesit of stukkend en toe vervang met 'n vuil een. Die ergste van alles is dat absoluut niks gedoen is nie en dat niemand die saak met ons bespreek het (desondanks klagtes) tot na ons vertrek nie. En toe het bestuur eers skriftelik probeer uitmaak dat ons onnodig kla. Verskoning eers volgende dag tydens telefoongesprek aangebied.

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Very disappointing!

Mountain suites are stunning from the outside, but 3 different sizes and views. Explanation of Naries as "unique" is unacceptable. Prices must be different and what you get clearly spelled out, otherwise there will always be problems if more than 1 couple stays in the suites. Presentation of food exceptional, but food is poor. Gazpacho served in a cognac glass with a small opening, steak tough, crime brûlée homemade, but milk has skimmed, and brandy snaps under pear rock hard on the outside and tough under pear. The fridge was either installed too late or broken and then replaced with a dirty one. The worst of all is that absolutely nothing was done and that no one discussed the matter with us (complaints notwithstanding) until after we left. And then management first tried to find out in writing that we were complaining unnecessarily. Apology offered only the next day during a telephone conversation.

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Namens bestuur en span vra ons weereens om verskoning; en dit gaan verseker nie u onaangename ervaring verander nie, waaroor ons regtig jammer is. Ons het reeds aandag gegee aan al die punte van bespreking om dit te verbeter en reg te stel.

Naries Namakwa Retreat
Gustav C - Oct 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gustav C
With partner

Baie mooi!

Awesome plek. Baie uniek en baie lekker kos.

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Very pretty!

Awesome place. Very unique and very tasty food.

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Lenore C - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lenore C
With partner

'n Heerlike bederfkuier in die mooiste wêreld!

Ons is hartlik verwelkom en het baie lekker bederf gevoel in 'n luukse en suite-kamer, met alle luukse geriewe waarvoor mens kan wens! Die etes, beide driegangaandete en ontbyt, was baie smaaklik!

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A wonderful pampering visit in the most beautiful world!

We were warmly welcomed and felt very pampered in a luxurious en suite room, with all the luxury amenities one could wish for! The meals, both three-course dinner and breakfast, were very tasty!

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Freda B - Sep 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Freda B
Individual traveller

The most incredible place!

I wish I had stayed a week! Head to Namaqualand to soothe the soul! There is no more beautiful setting with five star service than Naries.

Pierre V - Sep 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pierre V
With partner

Lekker vir blommekyk.

Wonderlike plek! Ek kan dit aanbeveel en ons sal weer terug gaan.

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Nice for flower viewing.

Wonderful place! I can recommend it and we will go back again.

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Marietjie B - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marietjie B
Family with teenagers

Rustige, sielsverkwikkende omgewing en mense.

Ons het die rustigheid van die plek baie aangenaam gevind, selfs gewens ons kon langer bly. Die geriewe was onverbeterlik en die ontbyt voortreflik. Die personeel straal 'n rustigheid uit wat ons van die stad af nie meer ken nie. Dit was 'n lafenis.

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Peaceful, soul-invigorating surroundings and people.

We found the tranquility of the place very pleasant, even wished we could have stayed longer. The facilities were unbeatable and the breakfast excellent. The staff radiates a calmness that we no longer know from the city. It was an experience.

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Johanna Susanna P - Jul 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Johanna Susanna P
With partner

Heerlik rustige omgewing, naby aan die natuur.

Vriendelike ontvangs in netjiese kamers met heerlike etes.

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Lovely peaceful environment, close to nature.

Friendly reception in neat rooms with delicious meals.

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Cathrine B - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Cathrine B
With partner

Ongelooflik!

Ongelooflike plek, mooiste verblyf, stunning omgewing, lekker kos en baie goeie diens.

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Unbelievable!

Incredible place, most beautiful accommodation, stunning surroundings, delicious food and very good service.

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Elinda M - Oct 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elinda M
With friends

Beste verblyf van ons hele toer!

Baie lekker, luuks en ruim! Sal beslis weer daar aanklop! Uitstekende waarde vir geld!

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Best stay of our entire tour!

Very nice, luxurious and spacious! Will definitely stop by again! Excellent value for money!

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Dries M - Feb 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dries M
On business

Wonderwerk!

Awesome Godgegewe plek, baie dankie.

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Miracle!

Awesome God given place, thank you very much.

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Riaan L - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Riaan L
Family with teenagers

Juweel weg van alles!

Pragtige verblyf na 'n lang reis. Natuurskoon was onbeskryflik. Beveel beslis aan.

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Gem away from it all!

Beautiful stay after a long journey. The scenery was indescribable. Definitely recommend.

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Ron C - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Ron C
With partner

Slegs een nag daar, maar geen klagtes nie.

Omdat Naries uit die dorp is - maak dit besonders.

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Only one night there, but no complaints.

Because Naries is out of town - makes it special.

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Elize A - Aug 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Elize A
With partner

Baie lekke!

Personeel het jou baie vriendelik by deur ingewag en laat welkom voel. Die uitkykpunt is pragtig - veral met die sonsondergang. Ek het wel 'n TV, tee en koffie in die kamer gemis.

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Lots of licks!

Staff greeted you very kindly at the door and made you feel welcome. The viewpoint is beautiful - especially at sunset. I did miss a TV, tea and coffee in the room.

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Pauline S - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Pauline S
With friends

Baie gerieflike huis eenheid.

Volledig toegerus en gerieflik. Ontbyt was elke dag puik.

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Very comfortable home unit.

Fully equipped and comfortable. Breakfast was great every day.

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Ronel D - Jul 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Ronel D
With friends

Mooi omgewing! Gastehuis pragtig! Diens goed!

'n Pragtige gastehuis en omgewing. Die diens is ook baie goed, ook die kos. Daar was nie genoeg water vir bad nie, en die kamer en badkamer was baie koud. Daar was wel 'n warmkombers op bed en 'n klein verwarmer.

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Nice environment! Guesthouse beautiful! Good service!

A beautiful guest house and surroundings. The service is also very good, also the food. There was not enough water for bathing, and the room and bathroom were very cold. There was a warm blanket on the bed and a small heater.

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Christine M - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christine M
With partner

Loved it.

Awesome place, awesome stay...loved it.

Bonita G - Aug 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bonita G
With friends

Dit was heerlik, die natuurskoon asemrowend en gasvryheid uit die boonste rakke.

Ek sal Naries vir almal aanbeveel! Van die oomblik wat ons daar aangekom het, het ons tuis gevoel. Die personeel is almal baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Die etes was voortreflik. Die dekor en kamers is pragtig. Om die natuurskoon om jou waar te neem is werklik goed vir jou siel. Die veld, berge, blou lug en skoon en vars lug is wonderlik, asemrowend! Baie dankie.

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It was delicious, the scenery breathtaking and hospitality top notch.

I would recommend Naries to everyone! From the moment we got there, we felt at home. The staff are all very friendly and helpful. The meals were excellent. The decor and rooms are beautiful. Observing the natural beauty around you is truly good for your soul. The field, mountains, blue sky and clean and fresh air are wonderful, breathtaking! Thank you very much.

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Yolandi H - Apr 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Yolandi H
With partner

Asemrowende omgewing met hartlike gasvryheid: pleinweg uitstekend!

Wat n bederf! Fantasties! Van die uitsonderlike gasvryheid tot die dekor tot in die fynste detail. Die kos was van hoogstaande gehalte. Van ons aankoms tot ons vertrek, was ons welkom en tuis en aangenaam verras oor die prag, nie net van die ongewing nie, maar ook van die fasiliteit. Ons sal defnitief Naries weer besoek.

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Breathtaking surroundings with warm hospitality: simply excellent!

What a treat! Fantastic! From the exceptional hospitality to the decor down to the finest detail. The food was of high quality. From our arrival to our departure, we were made to feel welcome and at home and pleasantly surprised by the magnificence, not only of the surroundings, but also of the facility. We will definitely visit Naries again.

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Albert V - Dec 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Albert V
Family with young children

Mooi omgewing! Die gastehuis het nie heeltemal opgeleef aan my verwagtinge nie.

Die Naries-omgewing is baie mooi. Die gastehuis maak nie voorsiening vir kinders onder twaalf nie. Ons het eers met navraag oor ontbyt gehoor dat ons in ons kamers ontbyt sal kry. Die kombuis was nie bereid om ontbyt teen 07h00 gereed te hê nie. Ons moes wag tot 08h30 om ontbyt in ons kamer te kry. Ons moes vroeg vertrek, so ontbyt het oorgestaan. Daar is nie lugverkoeling nie ('n dakwaaier is nie verkoeling as dit 40ºC buite is nie).

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Nice environment! The guest house did not quite live up to my expectations.

The Naries area is very beautiful. The guest house does not cater for children under twelve. We only heard when inquiring about breakfast that we would get breakfast in our rooms. The kitchen was not prepared to have breakfast ready by 07h00. We had to wait until 08h30 to get breakfast in our room. We had to leave early, so breakfast was left over. There is no air cooling (a roof fan is not cooling if it is 40ºC outside).

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Eddie H - Jun 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eddie H
With partner

Romantic, peaceful, stunning views... what more to say... JUST BEAUTIFUL!!!

Full marks on customer service... very friendly staff who make you feel as if nothing is too much trouble for them. Excellent food - wow, enjoyed all the meals, the plates looked stunning! Will definitely return here in 2013 to celebrate our 25 Wedding Anniversary.

Colin R - Aug 2012
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Colin R
With partner

We had a blissful evening with every detail attended to and look forward to our next visit

This venue is great, the rooms are spotless, the setting is majestic, and the service is excellent!

Aleksander M - Nov 2011
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Aleksander M
With partner

A wonderful place to unwind

From the minute we arrived and the warm friendly greeting we received, we knew that we had made a good choice for an overnight stay. The wonderful setting and luxurious accommodation immediately put the hustle of city life behind us. The service and food were excellent. This place is certainly good for one's soul and we will definitely stay longer next time.

Andrew K - Apr 2011
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Andrew K
With partner

A little peace of heaven

It was a big surprise to found "a little peace of heaven" in the bushes between the mountains. Would never thought a place like that exist. Will definitely visit again and sleeps in the same bungaloo! Thanks for your hospitality and frienliness, we appreciated it.

Jolize G - May 2011
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jolize G
Family with teenagers

The views are spectacular although it is very dry at the moment.

We enjoyed our stay there and we had a very harty welcome. Unfortuanately I did not book for dinner and due to the fact that we travelled a long distance that was an anticlimax when we reliased we had to either sleep without food or travel all the way back to Springbok to have something to eat. And then one of the ladies (forgot her name) came back and told us that she has arranged for a platter with bread, cheese and meat aswell as some cold drinks. That is service!!!!! Thank you very much for a good nights sleep.

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  • Check-in: 14:00 to 17:00
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