Where the DesertMeets Luxury
12,000 hectares of untouched wilderness · 11 luxury bungalows · Moments from Sossusvlei — and a swimming pool with the most spectacular view in Southern Africa.
Experience the Unlimited Vastness of the Namib
Far away from the rumbling and buzzing of tourists and hectic roads, yet so close to the Sossusvlei, a beautiful landscape presents itself — waiting to be discovered on foot through unique riverbeds, mountain slopes, hidden bushman paintings and the red sand dunes of the Namib.
Experience the unlimited vastness and beauty of the Namib, close to the Namib Naukluft Park. Enjoy our warm and welcoming hospitality and personalised service. At Rostock Ritz you can let your soul sing to the rhythms of nature and grasp the ultimate “Out of Africa” feeling.
We accommodate our guests in 11 luxury African-style bungalows, each fitted with a separate toilet and spacious shower, nestled into their natural environment and offering a seemingly endless view across the Namib.
12,000
Hectares
Of untouched Namib wilderness
19
Rooms
En-suite bungalows & suites
60km
Trails
Of demarcated hiking paths
240km
From Windhoek
True remote desert luxury
Near Sossusvlei · Namibia
19 En-Suite Bungalows
Unique rondavel-type guestrooms with spectacular views of Namibia's legendary desert — accommodating up to 40 guests in African-style luxury.
Standard Rooms
Spacious en-suite bungalows built into granite rock, each with private terrace and panoramic desert views. Solar geysers, 24-hour electricity and ventilation.
N$ 3,530
per night B&B
Honeymoon Suite
Our premier luxury suite with exclusive desert views and premium amenities for an unforgettable romantic escape.
On Request
luxury rates
VIP Suites
Premium bungalows for the discerning traveller — extra space, elevated position and curated amenities.
On Request
premium rates
2023 Rates (B&B — includes VAT & Levy)
Double / Family Room
Per night
N$ 3,530
Single Room
Per night
N$ 2,295
2-Night Stay Discount
Double room
N$ 3,089
All Rooms Include
- Private terrace with panoramic views
- Separate toilet & spacious shower
- Solar geysers for hot water
- 24-hour electricity & ventilation
- Crystal-clear borehole tap water
- Handicap-accessible rooms available
Reservations: reservations@rostock-ritz-desert-lodge.com
Explore the Namib
01 / Hiking Trails
60km of Demarcated Trails
02 / Scenic Drives & Bushman Paintings
Self-Drive to Sossusvlei
03 / Swimming Pool
Most Spectacular View in Southern Africa
04 / Annual Fly-In
June Pilot Gathering
05 / Stargazing
Unrivalled Dark Sky Experience
06 / Wildlife & Nature
Desert-Adapted Wildlife
Hiking Trails
60km of Demarcated Trails
Discover spectacular scenery on our demarcated hiking trails through mountainous areas and valleys of the Gaub and Kuiseb canyons. Trail options include the Sundowner Walk, Sunrise Trail, Plateau/Plains Trail, Panorama Trail: Ubib, Gaub Spring, and Bushman Paintings — totalling 60km of extraordinary desert exploration.
Scenic Drives & Bushman Paintings
Self-Drive to Sossusvlei
Enjoy a sundowner drive, an excursion to the ancient bushman paintings, or a self-drive tour to Sossusvlei — home to the highest dunes in the world. Pilots meet annually in June for the traditional Fly-In. The Gaub Canyon and Kuiseb River offer extraordinary geological formations dating back millennia.
Swimming Pool
Most Spectacular View in Southern Africa
Our swimming pool offers what we confidently call the most magnificent view in the entire Southern Africa. Perched against the mountain slope, the pool looks out across an endless panorama of the Namib desert — the perfect place to watch the sun paint the dunes in gold and amber.
Annual Fly-In
June Pilot Gathering
Pilots from across Namibia and beyond meet annually at Rostock Ritz each June for the traditional Fly-In — a unique gathering in one of the most remote and spectacular airstrips in the country. The event celebrates the freedom of flight against the backdrop of the Namib.
Stargazing
Unrivalled Dark Sky Experience
Far from any city lights, the Namib offers one of the clearest night skies on Earth. The Milky Way stretches overhead in breathtaking clarity, and with zero light pollution across 12,000 hectares, every night at Rostock Ritz is an unforgettable astronomical event.
Wildlife & Nature
Desert-Adapted Wildlife
The Namib is home to remarkable desert-adapted wildlife. Spot oryx, springbok, mountain zebra, and the elusive brown hyena roaming the vast plains. Birdwatchers will delight in the diverse avian species, while the unique flora — including the ancient welwitschia plant — tells a story millions of years in the making.
À La Carte in the Wilderness
Although situated amongst untouched nature and 240 kilometres from Windhoek and Swakopmund, Rostock Ritz offers a variety of excellent meat, fish, pasta and vegetarian dishes, accompanied by fresh vegetables and salads in our own à la carte restaurant.
We offer an excellent à la carte menu, as well as three or more course meals. Vegetarian dishes are listed on our menu and prepared and served on request.
Starters
Smoked Oryx Fillet · Smoked Salmon · Avocado Ritz · Seafood Cocktail · Snails in Garlic Butter
From the Grill
Kücki's Garlic Steak · Springbok Fillet · Oryx Steak · Lamb Curry · Pork Vienna Schnitzel
Fish & Seafood
Fresh Grilled Fish · Atlantic Sole · Calamari Peri Peri · Prawns in Garlic Butter · Surf & Turf
Desserts
Crêpe Suzette · Don Pedro · Banana Split · Irish Coffee · Vanilla Ice Cream with Surprise Sauce
Opening Times
Lunch
11h30 – 14h30
Dinner
From 18h00
Seating capacity for groups up to 60 · Day visitors most welcome
Rostock Campsite
4 individual campsites on the Namib Rand, each with their own BBQ/fireplace and water tap. Located approximately 7km from the lodge — exact directions provided upon arrival at reception.
Facilities
- 4 individual campsites with BBQ & fireplace
- Ablution block (ladies & gents separated)
- Hot showers in the afternoon
- Fireplace & terrace — panoramic view for 25
- Kitchen and wash-up facilities
- Electric light · Firewood sold at lodge
Camping Per Person
Children under 12 — free of charge
N$ 195
Valid 01.07.2023 – 30.11.2023 · Register at lodge reception on arrival · Pool reserved for lodge guests
12,000 Hectares of Boundless Nature
No walls or fences obstruct the spectacular view. No hunting activities on this proud piece of land — herds of Zebra, Springbuck, Ostrich and Oryx roam freely.
The Farm: Rostock South
Initially named “Rotstock” after the red gneiss mountains to the north, the farm lost a letter in the 1960s during farm divisions and is today known as “Rostock”. The farm lies west of the escarpment in the eastern region of the Namib desert.
The Gaub river flows westerly into the Kuiseb river through the rocky Namib Naukluft Park. Natural springs and rockpools can be found in the riverbeds. Here you can explore a cave with historical bushman paintings, well preserved and a thousand years old.
Named After
Red Gneiss Mountains (Rotstock)
Annual Rainfall
≈ 100mm
Nearby River
Gaub → Kuiseb
Cave Paintings
c. 1,000 years old
Kücki — The Man Behind It All
Wolfgang “Kücki” Kühhirt, a born Namibian, gained his education and professional German/Swiss training as a hotelier overseas. He came back to establish the legendary restaurant Kücki's Pub at the coast.
In 1989 — 20 years later — Kücki decided to roam the desert to build Rostock Ritz: certainly the only Ritz in the world surrounded by rock and desert. Kücki developed a business principle according to which only Namibians are employed at the lodge, trained personally with thorough knowledge of the hotel industry.
“The only Ritz in the world surrounded by rock and desert.”
— Wolfgang “Kücki” Kühhirt, Founder
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