Swakopmund Backpackers

Hostel in Swakopmund with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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October 2025

November 2025

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.

Popular amenities

Bar
Kitchen
Laundry
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Tomorrow

Oct 9 - Oct 10

All rooms

1 bed

3+ beds

Showing 5 of 5 rooms

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shared/communal kitchen

1011 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bed

Shared Dormitory (Donkey Bay)

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shared/communal kitchen

430 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Single Bunk Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds (Spitzkoppe)

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Free rollaway/extra beds

Separate bedroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shared/communal kitchen

237 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
6 Single Beds

Basic Quadruple Room (Moon Valley)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds

Separate bedroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shared/communal kitchen

118 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
4 Single Beds

City Quadruple Room (Cape Cross)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds

Separate bedroom

Rainfall showerhead

Shared/communal kitchen

140 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
4 Single Beds

About the area

Swakop Street, Swakopmund, 9000

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

‪Desert Creek Spur Steak Ranch - ‬7 min walk
‪The Tug - ‬8 min walk
‪Village Cafe - ‬9 min walk
‪Galito's Flame Grilled Chicken - ‬16 min walk
‪Ankerplatz - ‬9 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 hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage
A lift, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff

Room features

All guest rooms at Swakopmund Backpackers include amenities, such as free WiFi.

Other amenities include:

Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with rainfall showers
Communal kitchens and limited housekeeping

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Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Outdoor space

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

24-hour return 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

Lift

Smoke-free property

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

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

Airport shuttle fee: NAD 1040 per vehicle (return)
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?

Checkout 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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