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Sky Lounge at The Weinberg
Top-floor lounge at The Weinberg hotel in Klein Windhoek, serving cocktails, sparkling wine and sharing plates with views over the valley at sunset.
At a glance
- Type
- Rooftop lounge bar
- Area
- Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Official site
- gondwana-collection.com
Good to know
- Valley views
- Cocktails
- Light meals
- Sparkling wine
Why we recommend it
The Sky Lounge crowns The Weinberg, a boutique hotel on the Am Weinberg Estate in Klein Windhoek, and it is one of the most pleasant places in the city to watch the sun go down. The lounge occupies the hotel's top floor and looks out over Klein Windhoek and the surrounding valley towards the hills, a quieter outlook than the city-centre rooftops. The Namibian places it on Roman Hill, while Travel News Namibia has noted views of the Ludwigsdorf mountains and the hotel's setting around a restored historical house among former vineyards.
The interior has been described by The Namibian as casual glamour with old-world touches and modern lines, with plush lounges and a monochrome mosaic bar. It feels more intimate than the big hotel rooftops in the centre, and it suits couples, small groups and anyone wanting a conversation rather than a party.
Gondwana, which runs the hotel, describes the Sky Lounge as serving light meals, wine and drinks, and recommends it for sunset. Staff recommendations reported by The Namibian have included a frozen strawberry daiquiri, a Lynchburg Lemonade and a Singapore Sling, along with premium sparkling wines. Food is designed for sharing or a light supper, with dishes such as rice paper wraps, hamburger sliders, baked Camembert, glazed chorizo and rustic fries, and a pink peppercorn cheesecake to finish.
Fridays and Saturdays are the busiest days, when guests start arriving from mid-afternoon and stay until late. If you want a seat facing the view at sunset on those days, arrive early or contact the hotel on +264 61 427 200. Opening times for the lounge are not published on the hotel page, so check before making a special trip.
The Am Weinberg Estate also has restaurants, a day spa and Olivia's Kitchen, so the Sky Lounge works well as a pre-dinner stop. Klein Windhoek is a short taxi ride from Independence Avenue; arrange your return trip in advance if you are staying elsewhere. For hotel guests, it is simply the best place to end the day without leaving the building, and The Weinberg's reception can help with taxis or transfers afterwards.
Sky Lounge at The Weinberg FAQs
Where is the Sky Lounge?
On the top floor of The Weinberg hotel, 13 Jan Jonker Road, on the Am Weinberg Estate in Klein Windhoek.
What is the view like?
It looks over Klein Windhoek and the surrounding valley towards the hills.
What is served?
Light meals, wine, sparkling wine and cocktails.
What should I order?
Staff favourites have included a frozen strawberry daiquiri and a Singapore Sling, with sharing plates such as sliders and baked Camembert.
When is it busiest?
Fridays and Saturdays, from mid-afternoon until late.
Do I need to book?
It helps at sunset at weekends; contact the hotel on +264 61 427 200.
What is nearby?
Olivia's Kitchen and other restaurants on the Am Weinberg Estate.