Inside Heinitzburg Castle, which was commissioned in 1914 by Count von Schwerin for his fiancée, Margarethe von Heinitz, Hotel Heinitzburg is a member of the prestigious Relais & Chateaux hotel group, and far and above the most personable upmarket accommodation in Windhoek. Rooms have been updated for the 21st century with satellite TV and air-con.
Another highlight of the hotel is the palatial dining room, which offers excellent gourmet cuisine and an extensive wine dungeon.