A luxurious yurt-like accommodation built on stilts in a vast desert landscape at sunset, with mountains in the distance.

Zannier Hotels Sonop

Experience the thrill of adventure at Zannier Hotel Sonop, where the splendour of times gone by meets the finesse of a luxury tented camp. Set amidst the unspoilt wilderness of Namibia's south-west, the hotel is reminiscent of the era of the British explorers of the 1920s. Built on granite outcrops, the remote Sonop stretches over 13,800 hectares of unspoilt landscape, where the feeling of an old safari immediately comes to life.

Details

  • Country

    Namibia

  • Location

    Karas Region / Namib Desert

  • Price

    from 465 € per person/night

  • Best time to travel

    July - October

Rooms

The ten spacious tents at Zannier Sonop offer a unique atmosphere. Every detail has been carefully selected: from explorer-era treasures such as binoculars and maps to travel stories, telescopes, antique desks and handmade stationery. From the bedroom to the bathroom with its free-standing bathtub to the private terrace, every element is designed to emphasise the beauty of the desert and breathtaking views.

A luxurious bedroom inside a tent-like structure with large windows overlooking a desert landscape, featuring elegant furniture and a four-poster bed.
A luxurious bathroom with a bathtub overlooking a vast desert landscape at sunset.
A luxurious bedroom with large windows overlooking a vast desert landscape in Namibia, featuring a desk, chair, telescope, and other furnishings.

Culinary

At Zannier Sonop Hotel, guests can enjoy a culinary journey through the Namibian desert. The hotel's cuisine combines local flavours with international influences to present a diverse and appealing menu. Fresh local ingredients are used to prepare delicious dishes that tantalise guests' taste buds. From exquisite gourmet meals to traditional Namibian specialities, the gastronomic offerings at Sonop are a feast for the senses.

Elegant living and dining area inside a tent-style lodge with large windows, overlooking a scenic landscape during sunset.
Luxurious outdoor communal area with white sofas, wooden tables, and curtains, set against a desert landscape.

Location

The Zannier Sonop Hotel is majestically perched on granite rocks in the middle of a remote and unspoilt landscape. Spanning 13,800 acres (5,600 hectares), the reserve offers a breathtaking backdrop of wild nature. Surrounded by unspoilt nature, Sonop offers visitors an unparalleled opportunity to experience the beauty and tranquillity of the Namibian landscape

An aerial view of Zannier Sonop Resort at dawn, nestled among rocks in a desert landscape in Namibia.
Aerial view of a vast desert landscape with mountain ranges in the distance seen from an airplane window.
Expansive landscape with golden plains and distant mountain ranges under a clear sky.
Luxe hotel pool area nestled among large rocks in a desert landscape during dusk

Activities

At Zannier Sonop Hotel, guests can participate in a variety of activities. The lodge offers a spectacular outdoor infinity pool with views of the oryx antelopes roaming by, a wellness area, a fitness centre with daily yoga. For more adventure in the desert, electric fatbikes are available for guests to ride through the reserve with their guide. For a more leisurely ride, guests can ride horses from the stables through the landscape. The best way to end the day is with a sun-downer drive. The magic continues after dark with an open-air cinema and stargazing under the endless African sky.

A safari tour with a vehicle and a person leading a horse in a grassy plain during sunset.
A person riding an electric fat bike across a vast, arid landscape with mountains in the distance.
Outdoor cinema setup at Zannier Hotels Sonop with a large screen showing a black and white film, set against a mountainous sunset backdrop.
Two women practice yoga on a wooden deck overlooking a desert landscape in Namibia.

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