Gondwana Collection Namibia has achieved a sweeping success for the annual LekkeSlaap Awards, with an impressive 17 of its hospitality properties securing top accolades following an announcement by LekkeSlaap on the 25th of August.
The awards, which are determined by verified customer reviews and overall hosting excellence on the prominent accommodation booking portal, highlight the travel group’s commitment to providing standout experiences across its diverse Namibian portfolio.
The 17 award-winning locations span the length and breadth of the country, reflecting Gondwana's broad appeal across different regions and travel styles.
In the capital city, urban luxury and wildlife-fused hospitality took center stage with wins for The Weinberg Windhoek and Okapuka Safari Lodge.
“When you look at our portfolio, you see two completely unique worlds - the urban sophistication of The Weinberg Windhoek and the wild heart of Okapuka Safari Lodge. They both look very different from one another, but they share the exact same DNA: a truly relentless commitment to guest experience. These awards prove that our passion for hospitality translates magnificently across each experience that we offer," said Janet Wilson-Moore, Collection Manager of the Experience around Windhoek and the Coast at Gondwana.
"From the hosts welcoming guests at our properties, to our teams working tirelessly behind the scenes every single day. This is authentic Namibian warmth that made this milestone possible.
We are incredibly grateful to our everyone for their continued trust in us," she added
Beyond the city limits, the awards heavily recognised the group's highly popular destinations such as near the Fish River Canyon where Canyon Lodge is conveniently located. Additionally, the list includes Campsites and Camping2Go self-catering options scattered across Namibia's most iconic landscapes, such as, the Namib Desert and the red dunes of the Kalahari, the wildlife-rich corridors of Etosha, the lush northern riverfronts in the Zambezi region and Kaokoland, where absolute solitude, unique desert-adapted wildlife, and deep cultural heritage.
As one of the leading online accommodation platforms in Southern Africa, LekkeSlaap has grown into a crucial channel for regional tourism. By offering effortless digital booking for thousands of properties across South Africa and Namibia, the portal connects modern, self-drive travellers directly with unique African stays.
These awards displays an exhibition of nationwide footprint of excellence as well as the results of driving tourism through a strategic digital partnership. It is an achievement serving built on teamwork and trust – and the want to deliver exceptional experiences in the country.
This partnership bridges Gondwana’s sustainable, world-class Namibian properties with the platform’s audience and booking infrastructure. By converting high search traffic into seamless bookings, the collaboration creates a perfect ecosystem: LekkeSlaap provides the platform and reach, while Gondwana delivers the premium, unforgettable destination experiences that entice travellers to return.
"Hospitality has never been just about simply opening our doors. It is about what happens once our guests walk through them - the welcome at reception, the thoughtful touches, and the stories shared around the campfire or a table of drinks and hearty meals," said Pandu Shaanika, Online Marketplace Assistant at Gondwana.
The LekkeSlaap Awards are also fuelled by consumer feedback where properties are evaluated based on their consistency in delivering exceptional hospitality, high guest review scores, and maintaining hosting standards.
However, for Gondwana, the high marks achieved reflect more than just structural appeal - they highlight the everyday interactions that make a trip memorable.
Author: Maria Haipinge
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