I'm asking because I may be going to South Africa soon and I'm wondering if I should squeeze in a visit to the Namib Desert and stay at Wolwedans or one of the other lodges.

Now, I'm just curious if the expense of flying to Windhoek and then getting another flight to these lodges is worth it if the Namib isn't much more scenic than the American Southwest or the Atacama (which I might be near next year).

So, doesn't anyone have any insight on where the best desert lodge or experience may be found if one is looking to relax in the middle of nowhere with some great scenery to keep them company?