The Schutzenhaus, established in 1907, is the oldest German Club in Southern Africa. It was privatized after 98 years and is now a Guest House in Keetmanshoop.

It is situated in the Pastorie Street and its tranquil surroundings are a true resting place for the weary traveler. It is the ideal base station for guests wishing to explore the fossil trail, fish river canyon, Quiver tree forest, giant's playground and other tourist attractions in and around Keetmanshoop. Here you can re-live the good old times.

It boasts 11 luxury double rooms with air-conditioning and en suite bathrooms, 2 luxury family rooms and three guide rooms. An a la carte Restaurant, private bar, and barbeque facilities are also available. Self-catering units are available on special request.


Accommodation available at the Guesthouse:
  - 11 luxury double rooms with air-conditioning and
    en suite bathrooms
  - 2 luxury family rooms with air-conditioning and en
    suite bathrooms
  - 1 luxury twin room with wheel chair facilities
  - 3 Tour guide rooms with en suite bathrooms

Facilities available at the Guesthouse:
  - Barbeque facilities
  - Private Bar
  - A la carte Restaurant
  - Self-catering units are available on special request
  - Lunches for groups on request

Travel to Schutzenhaus Guesthouse

Travel by car:
On your journey in southern Namibia, driving south on the B1 from Windhoek you will reach Keetmanshoop after 482km. Coming into town on the Sam Nujoma Drive continue till the Robot intersection (Petrol and Service Station is situated to your left). Turn left in a southerly direction into Fifth Street till you reach the Pastorie Street (3rd road). Turn right into Pastorie Street traveling in a westerly direction. After 400 meters you will reach the Schutzenhaus Guesthouse, which is situated across the street.

Travel by airplane:
When arriving with your own or a charter airplane you can make use of the Regional Keetmanshoop Airport:
Keetmanshoop Airport (J.G.H. Van Der Watt : Code KMP) coordinates are: Longitude 18' 6' 0' E Latitude 26' 32' 0' S
Runway Length: 7600 ft Runway Elevation: 3507 ft.
Keetmanshoop forms part of the Karas Region and lies 1000 m above sea level.
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