Okiep Country Hotel

Okiep Country Hotel is a convenient stopover or holiday base for tourists, nature lovers, businessmen, and travellers. Located 100 km from the Namibian border on the N7 in the heart of Namaqualand, the hotel is the ideal stopover between Cape Town and Windhoek.

Malcolm and his friendly staff offer you traditional country hospitality in a modern and elegant setting in the historic town of Okiep, once the site of the richest copper mine in the world. Tours to the surrounding areas are also available on request. All rooms are en-suite, with air-conditioning and DStv.

Okiep is the oldest mining town in South Africa, where copper was first discovered and mined in 1855. A railway line from Okiep to Port Nolloth was built in 1866 for the shipping of copper, and because there was not enough water for the steam engines, the Namaqualand Mule Train was pulled by mules until 1890. In 1918 the Okiep copper mines ceased operating and the place almost became a ghost town. In springtime, Okiep is - like the whole of Namaqualand - very rich in blossoming wild flowers.

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Reviews

  • "Perfect stopover between Namibia and Cape town"

    09 September 2019

    "The Staff, making us feel welcome, the accommodation .. everything was perfect and all we needed ! Thank you!"

  • "None"

    18 August 2019

    "The noise of cars street racing up and down the road outside was hectic"

  • "Real Namaqualand hospitality"

    15 September 2018

    "We enjoyed our stay there and would surely recommend the O'Kiep Country Hotel"

  • "Friendliness"

    29 August 2018

    "Wifi and a bath in the rooms"

  • "Gem in the desert"

    08 May 2018

    "This delightful hotel, seemingly in the middle of nowhere, was the most wonderful pace to stop over on our way from Cape Town to Augrabies. The service was outstanding, as was the food. Thoroughly recommend stopping here rather than Springbok."

  • "Lovely stay"

    17 December 2017

    "We had a lovely nights stay at this golden oldie! The family room was huge with the boys having their own bedroom. The bed was very comfortable. Dinner was delicious and we enjoyed playing pool. Breakfast was good as well."

  • "A surprising find in remote Okiep"

    30 September 2017

    "A good place to stay on the Cape to Namibia route. It was comfortable, clean and convenient with very friendly staff and a good breakfast. We booked a family room and were offered an even larger one on arrival, which was very spacious and comfortable. Overall, a great experience."

  • "Surprising gem"

    25 September 2017

    "Spent a night at this hotel on our way back from paddling on the Orangs River. Friendly staff very comfortable accomodation and delicious supper."

  • "Breakfast Buffet"

    11 August 2017

    "Very friendly Staff, Hotel needs some TLC!"

  • "Family vacation"

    16 May 2017

    "An absolute GEM in the "middle of nowhere :) "AND the gems they have working there.... from the helpfulness of the staff, cleanliness of the Hotel,atmosphere and setting and the MARVELS they have working in the kitchen - have never tasted better prepared lamb.MUCH appreciated - it was a great stay."

  • "End of the road haven"

    04 September 2016

    "Very peaceful, courteous staff, neat as a pin, friendly. Fantastic turn around point for Namaqua holiday."

  • "old world charm"

    11 July 2016

    "<div>The friendliest staff you can ever find! Delicious Buffet breakfast and dinner.</div>"

  • "Ronell Hill South Africa"

    13 January 2016

    "Lovely place to stay. Nice room, especially the bathroom. Linen white, crisp and clean. Amazing dinner and breakfast. Really enjoyed the stay. Will definitely stay there again, on our way to Namibia next year. Thanks."

  • "Perfect stopover"

    21 September 2015

    "We were made to feel welcome from arrival to departure. Our room was comfortable and clean and our vehicle parked safe and secure almost outside our door. Dining was as enjoyable - the staff were very friendly and went out of their way to accommodate my meal preferences. The food was well prepared and tasty. We will definitely stay here again. A well run hotel in a very small town!"

  • "Best of Springbok"

    09 May 2015

    "&nbsp;This hotel is very familiar, some minutes away from the busy city of Springbok, an oasis.<br />Very clean, restaurant is really excellent.<br />"

  • "2 Night Stay"

    19 August 2014

    "We were 4 adults and had room 20, the room was clean but there is only one bathroom combined with a toilet. It would have been nice to have at least a separate bathroom and a separate toilet. The apartment isn't sufficient for 4 adults. The staff was very nice and the food was good."

  • "not value for money"

    27 August 2013

    "Very expensive for accommodation and food. Service also lacking."

  • "Friendly"

    22 August 2013

    "Friendly, clean and enjoyed the meals."

  • "Lekker"

    03 July 2013

    "Die etes was uit boonste gestoeltes ons komplimente aan die kok."

  • "A perfect stop-over"

    08 April 2013

    "Really enjoyed our stay on the 1st of April, the staff are extremely friendly and helpful and the food is fantastic. We had the family room and it exceeded expectations. Thanks all."

  • "Compliment"

    29 January 2013

    "This hotel and area are steeped in mining history. The accomodation was very comfortable, the food was good and more than adequate and the staff and atmosphere were excellent. I will definitely recommend to others and stay there again myself. Thank you."

  • "Nice"

    17 January 2013

    "Very good."

  • "Happiness"

    07 January 2013

    "The Okiep Hotel was really a pleasure to stay at! From the cool splash pool to wash off the dust to the good bed, the hotel pleased us both me and my wife. The food in the evening was also real good."

  • "Warm and friendly staff"

    08 December 2012

    "Can't tell about the room as I ended not sleeping there."

  • "Very nice hotel"

    29 August 2012

    "Very nice and spacious hotel."

  • "Great"

    10 August 2012

    "Great service, good food and neat rooms. Thoroughly enjoyed my stay and will definitely go back."

  • "Loved it!"

    30 March 2012

    "I loved my stay at Okiep Country House. The buildings lived up to the pictures - which doesn't always happen! It was charming and a real oasis. But most of all, I loved the people. Malcolm and his staff were delightful company and made my stay totally memorable. Thanks guys!"

  • "Pleasant"

    06 January 2012

    "We had a very pleasant stay at the hotel. The lamb curry we had for dinner was absolutely excellent."

  • "Good hotel"

    31 August 2011

    "Must be the jewel of Springbok. Everything was excellent, the staff, the rooms."

  • "Very nice"

    30 August 2011

    "We found the room very nice and enjoyed the night we spent there. The staff were also very accommodating when we realised that an amount was still outstanding once we left."

  • "Lovely surprise"

    04 July 2011

    "We were a little hesitant when we drove up, but it turned out to be a lovely stop on the way to the Namibian border!"

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