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Hotel A La Mer

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with free breakfast and a bar

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ocean View, Sea Facing | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking | View from room
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Experience the oceanfront charm at Hotel A La Mer, where a warm welcome awaits with a free breakfast buffet and in-room WiFi. Enjoy dry cleaning/laundry services, unwind at the bar, or store your luggage securely while you're out exploring.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Tomorrow

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ocean View, Sea Facing | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ocean View, Sea Facing

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Renovated in 2017
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Lanai
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe or closet
Desk
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Swakopmund, Hotel A La Mer is in the city center and on the waterfront. Hohenzollernhaus and Hohenzollern Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include National Marine Aquarium and Sandboarding. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching.
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4 Libertina Amathila Ave, Swakopmund

What's nearby

  • Swakopmund Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • National Marine Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kristall Galerie - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • German Evangelical Lutheran Church - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Dome - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Walvis Bay (WVB) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Desert Creek Spur Steak Ranch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tug - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Village Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Galito's Flame Grilled Chicken - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Napolitana Grill & Pizzeria - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel A La Mer

Hotel by the ocean
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at Hotel A La Mer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • A front-desk safe, an elevator, and multilingual staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel A La Mer offer comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1906
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 8:00 AM - 5:30 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 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
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 500 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 500.00 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

HOTEL MER Swakopmund
HOTEL MER
MER Swakopmund
HOTEL A LA MER Hotel
HOTEL A LA MER Swakopmund
HOTEL A LA MER Hotel Swakopmund

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel A La Mer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel A La Mer?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel A La Mer?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel A La Mer?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Hotel A La Mer provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6 AM–9:30 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 500 per person applies.

Where is Hotel A La Mer located?

Located in the heart of Swakopmund, this hotel is steps from Swakopmund Jetty, Woermannhaus, and Alte Kaserne. Hohenzollernhaus and Hohenzollern Building are also within 5 minutes.

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