Desert Palace Hotel 3*
Main amenities
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Wi-Fi
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24-hour services
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Swimming Pool
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Sports activities
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Spa and relaxation
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On-site Dining
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Meeting facilities
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No Smoking
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Child-friendly
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Air conditioning
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No pets allowed
Location
Nestled approximately 7 km from the Kalahari-Orange Museum, the comfortable Desert Palace Hotel Upington features 18 holes of golf among its highlights. This 3-star hotel provides Wi-Fi, which is available in public areas.
Located nearly a 5-minute walk from Upington Golf Club, the hotel is also about 10 minutes' drive from (Upington) railway station. The accommodation is 5 km away from the centre of Upington. For those travelling from afar, Upington airport is 20 minutes' drive away.
There are 25 rooms at the Desert Palace Upington, each of them has ironing facilities and an air conditioner, as well as entertainment amenities such as free Wi-Fi and a television with satellite channels. There is a private bathroom in the rooms. Bathrooms include a separate toilet, a shower, and a deep soaking bathtub, and such comforts as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
Desert Palace Hotel offers a daily buffet breakfast. The pizza Bella Roma restaurant welcomes guests with South African dishes. The 24-hour bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay. The bar area includes a lounge.
Review by hotel critic
During my recent stay at the Desert Palace Hotel, I was delighted by the stunning views from my room overlooking the golf course, especially as the sun dipped below the horizon, while thousands of weavers gracefully roosted in the nearby trees. The tranquil atmosphere was further enhanced by the attentive staff, who made our dining experience at the onsite restaurant truly memorable, with exceptional dishes that highlighted the region's culinary delights. I was disappointed to discover that breakfast wasn't included in my stay, which felt like an oversight considering the room price. Checking in was easy, and the added luxury of secure parking, along with a delightful pool area, certainly contributed to a relaxing atmosphere. All in all, while there were minor hiccups, the Desert Palace Hotel is an inviting choice for travelers seeking respite, and I would gladly return with companions in tow to explore more of what this unique destination has to offer.
