"Comfortable hostel with good communal areas. Location is walkable to restaurants, the beach, and bars. Hosts and employees are friendly and organized."
"Comfortable hostel with good communal areas. Location is walkable to restaurants, the beach, and bars. Hosts and employees are friendly and organized."
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
"We had a great room with a view of the ocean. The staff was very helpful and accommodating. The room was very clean and there is parking for the guests at no cost. The food and drinks at the restaurant were excellent.
We highly recommend it; we will definitely come back.
The location is also in the middle of town very close to the pier."
"The view from our room was simply spectacular. An executive room, number 4, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and jetty. Next to the jetty is one of two restaurants, the Tug, a few minutes walk and outstanding food and service. The room itself was great, comfortable beds, and wonderful shower with nice water pressure. The fridge was perfect for chilling wine and beer. The elevator was very much appreciated. We had the pleasure of talking to Jolande at reception, who managed to book an excellent tour for us, of the Skeleton Coast and Cape Cross. The other staff at reception were very helpful too, providing us with ice for drinks, and offering tips and answering all of our questions. The ladies at breakfast were simply wonderful, so friendly, and providing excellent service. Some good food choices, and the eggs were always a good way to start the day. We didn't use the bar onsite, as we purchased wine and beer at the grocery store just a few minutes walk away. Swakopmund is a gem by the ocean, and our stay at A La Mer couldn’t have been any better. "
"A lovely establishment right at the center of everything, beach restaurants, bars and shops. Nelly at reception and her coworkers were absolutely kind and helpful. They booked my transfers, activities and had great recommendations of places to eat etc. I was room 21, just over the bar. Room is spacious and beautifully decorated.
It needs a little more love as some of the deco is showing signs of age.
The bar closes around 9pm at 10pm, it’s all quiet. It was quite hot during my stay and the aircon in the room was an absolute lifesaver.
Nespresso. Machine in the room I was a definite plus for me. Breakfast was adequate and fruit was fresh.
As a solo female traveler, I felt safe throughout my stay.
Definitely recommend this place. "
"The rooms were modern and clean, the view was excellent, and it was close to the beach and town. Secure parking, lovely staff, good breakfast. Some of the details in the room needed finessing, e.g air conditioning was not connected, had to search for the right switches to make the light and fan work, etc. But overall recommended! "
"What a wonderful stay. Super staff, really nice facilities. We booked last minute and after so long on the road camping, to have such a comfortable welcoming place to stay was a godsend. Room is very clean, very well equipped and the staff is ready to help with absolutely anything. I can't thank them enough. "
"I have paid for the hostel but didn't realize that they don't have reception or anyone working after 8pm. I rang the door bell and called multiple times when I arrived but nobody answered. I couldn't check in and had to book another place last minute. I asked if I could get a credit for the night but they still charged me and wouldn't refund me for the booking and said it was my fault because I didn't notify them that I'll arrive after 8pm. I find the hostel is profit minded and doesn't have the best interest of guests in mind. "
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its sea views and beaches.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Swakopmund?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the highest reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to start: Salty Jackal Surf Camp - Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms come with hairdryers, coffee/tea makers and bed sheets. Sea View Backpackers - Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a bar. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Swakopmund Backpackers - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Swakopmund?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are August and September, with an average of 16°C. Average annual precipitation for Swakopmund is 41 mm.
What is there to see and do in Swakopmund?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate the area around Swakopmund. Get out into nature with places such as Swakopmund Beach and Namib-Naukluft National Park. Cultural attractions include Swakopmund Museum. Visit landmarks such as Swakopmund Lighthouse, Hohenzollern Building and Deutsche-Afrika Bank Building.
What's the best way to get to and around Swakopmund while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Swakopmund in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Walvis Bay (WVB), 21.9 mi (35.3 km) from the city centre.