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Kalahari Sands Casino

129 Independence Ave | Gustav Voigts Centre, Windhoek 9000, Namibia
26 (461) 280 0000
Ranked #9 of 11 attractions in Windhoek
2.0 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Type: Casinos
Owner description: Windhoek, Namibia’s capital city, is described as a city with a ‘continental’ atmosphere and this can be ascribed to its architecture – historical... more » Owner description: Windhoek, Namibia’s capital city, is described as a city with a ‘continental’ atmosphere and this can be ascribed to its architecture – historical buildings dating back to German colonial rule. Windhoek was initially known as Ai-gams a Nama word meaning ‘firewater’, ‘steam’ or ‘smoke’ because of the area’s plentiful hot springs. « less
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Windhoek, Namibia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

Good location, that is it! Be aware. Gathering place for HOOKERS...this is where they pick up their "clients". When Hotel is under construction, they do not inform their clients in advance.

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Windhoek, Namibia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

That's all it is. Everyone can do buffets right? If all else fails hit the casino

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namibia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2012

Typical casino with an even more depressing atmosphere.

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Windhoek, Namibia
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012

Some renovation is currently underway and should, hopefully, bring the hotel back to its former glory. The Casino is plain dirty and poorly managed

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Paarl, South Africa
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 November 2011

We were a group of friends that wanted to play some Black Jack after dinner. At the casino entrance we clearly stated that that is the only game we want to play (so we don't need slot machine cards). We had to pay N$10 entrance fee. As we entered the casino we saw that the Black Jack table was closed... More

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Scandia, Minnesota
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368 helpful votes 368 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 October 2011

I got in at 8 am and they got me right into a room. Which was great. The room was very nice. The staff (housekeeping, linen, front desk) were very helpful. The restaurant was a LITTLE pricey. It's buffet with a nice selection but I would have loved a menu. The bar was closed for remodeling while I was there.... More

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