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Swakopmund Backpackers

1.5 star property
Hostel in Swakopmund with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Swakopmund Backpackers balances adventure with comfort in a lively atmosphere. Relax in the garden after exploring, enjoy refreshments at the on-site cafe, and have fun at the playground with fellow travelers.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 94 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory (Donkey Bay) | Free WiFi

Shared Dormitory (Donkey Bay)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds (Spitzkoppe) | Free WiFi

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds (Spitzkoppe)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

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Basic Quadruple Room (Moon Valley) | Free WiFi

Basic Quadruple Room (Moon Valley)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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City Quadruple Room (Cape Cross)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
9000, Swakopmund, Swakop Street

What's nearby

  • National Marine Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Swakopmund Lighthouse - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • German Evangelical Lutheran Church - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Kristall Galerie - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • The Dome - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Walvis Bay (WVB) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tug - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Village Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Desert Creek Spur Steak Ranch - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Galito's Flame Grilled Chicken - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hansa Hotel - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Swakopmund Backpackers

Property highlights
A coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Swakopmund Backpackers. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance
  • Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Swakopmund Backpackers have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with rainfall showers
  • Communal kitchens and limited housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Playground
  • Ropes course
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1 PM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NAD 1040 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Late check-in fee

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts cash

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Swakopmund Backpackers Hostel
Swakopmund Backpackers Swakopmund
Swakopmund Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Swakopmund Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Swakopmund Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Swakopmund Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Swakopmund Backpackers?

Check-out is at 1 PM.

Does Swakopmund Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NAD 1040 per vehicle applies.

Where is Swakopmund Backpackers located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of National Marine Aquarium, Alte Kaserne, and Hohenzollernhaus. Hohenzollern Building and Deutsche-Afrika Bank Building are also within 10 minutes.

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Swakopmund Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 5 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bedbugs

It would have been a nice stay (minus the daily WiFi limit of 150 mbytes), if it wasn't for the serious bedbug problem in the upstairs dorm. I was severely bitten on the face, neck, arms, back, and butt.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended!

I was in Swakopmund for a few days in the Swakopmund Backpackers hostel: I recommend this hostel because it is clean, comfortable, safe, friendly staff and in an exceptional location just a few steps from the Ocean! Alongside you can enjoy an amazing pizza at Giovanni's Italian Pizzeria. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location

This hostel is located next to the beach and a few blocks away from a grocery store and restaurants. The hostel itself is clean and the staff is friendly. The staff has brochures for tours and will call to RSVP for you, but that's about it. WIFI doesn't work in the dorm.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hostel by the beach..

This is a very convenient location, close to ocean and main road thru town... They have a free kitchen, that is very clean..a lovely outdoor area... pizza shop and coffee shop next door..friendly, helpful staff. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

2/10 Terrible

Dwighmegon

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018