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Salty Jackal Surf Camp

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hostel with free breakfast and beach bars

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1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
Interior detail
Terrace/patio
Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | 1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

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Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Renovated in 2020
  • Desert view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Panoramic Double Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Panoramic Double Room

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Renovated in 2020
  • Desert view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Renovated in 2020
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Renovated in 2020
  • Desert view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
37 Anton Lubowski Ave, Swakopmund, Erongo Region, 9000

What's nearby

  • Swakopmund Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Kristall Galerie - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Swakopmund Museum - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • National Marine Aquarium - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Dome - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Walvis Bay (WVB) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Rosso - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Tug - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fish Deli - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jetty 1905 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Altstadt Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Salty Jackal Surf Camp

Family-friendly hostel remodeled in 2020 and located near National Marine Aquarium
Located close to Swakopmund Lighthouse and Kristall Galerie, Salty Jackal Surf Camp provides free continental breakfast, 3 beach bars, and a terrace. Adventurous travelers may like the beach yoga, mountain biking, and surfing/body boarding at this hostel. In addition to a firepit and a garden, 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 access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, beach towels, and surf lessons
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as furnished patios and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and separate dining areas.
More amenities include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and LED light bulbs
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and ovens
  • Private yards, separate sitting areas, and separate dining areas

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

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 secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 3 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of NAD 200; reservation required
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Stereo
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Table tennis
  • Video library
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1969
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - September 2020

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • MP3 dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Composting
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NAD 200 for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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 - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 4 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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: NAD 300 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NAD 400 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NAD 250 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Late check-in fee: NAD 200 for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
  • Hosted evening meal: NAD 200
  • Firewood fee: NAD 40 per day

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 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 and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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
Property Registration Number BPH1034

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Salty Jackal Backpackers Hostel Swakopmund
Salty Jackal Backpackers Hostel
Salty Jackal Backpackers Swakopmund
Salty Jackal Backpackers Host
Salty Jackal Backpackers
Salty Jackal Surf Camp Swakopmund
Salty Jackal Backpackers Surf Camp
Salty Jackal Surf Camp Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Salty Jackal Surf Camp pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Salty Jackal Surf Camp?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Salty Jackal Surf Camp?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM– midnight for a fee of NAD 200.

What time is check-out at Salty Jackal Surf Camp?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Salty Jackal Surf Camp provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NAD 400 per person applies.

Where is Salty Jackal Surf Camp located?

This family-friendly Swakopmund hostel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of National Marine Aquarium, Kristall Galerie, and Swakopmund Museum. Swakopmund Lighthouse and Swakopmund Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Salty Jackal Surf Camp Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable hostel with good communal areas. Location is walkable to restaurants, the beach, and bars. Hosts and employees are friendly and organized.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Bernard

Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rafael

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

AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COST

After travelling the world in more than 75 countries, most of the times staying in hostels, this was the worst experience I’ve ever had by a wider margin. The place has lack of hygiene and smells so bad, they leave the dogs open but don’t clean properly so end up with a terrible smell all over the place. Could even find cockroach and rats. They’ve stolen my money as they refused to check in me because I didn’t have local currency to pay the keys, although nothing stated in T&C. Manager is so unprofessional, I’m going after my rights against this nasty place. I would highly recommend to avoid at all cost - not only because your stay will be unpleasant but also because it’s expensive. Just stay at Prost hotel 200m away - literally almost the same price for a tidy and nice room and a superb breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

BYEONGSU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
화목한 분위기, 효율적인 시설배치.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay here. Friendly people, good conversations, nice food. This is the place to stay if you’re looking for a chill place in Swakopmund!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

So glad I stayed here!

My first experience at a hostel, but I needed to get outside my comfort zone and try something new. So glad I did. Wonderful place to stay, with a real community vibe! Staff were so friendly and helpful. Facilities were clean and well maintained. Location is perfect for walking the local area.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marek

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

Great stay at this hostel !

Everything was fine as advertised.
Front of hostel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

A good location in Swakopmund

The staff was very friendly and the dorm beds were comfy. It seems like a fun place for surfers. Maybe they could have a portable toilet in the parking area because two toilets is not enough for all of the guests. The flies were annoying.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

Awesome

Great stay with great people. Fantastic back paper vibe. There is a honesty bar with drinks and stuff to buy. All in all a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Tipical backpacker's hostel, loved by surfers.

Tipical backpacker's hostel, with a special blink to surfers. Casual service (some times too casual). Regular confort levels for this kind of hostel. Expect the occasional party noise, or noisy neighbour. Access to kitchen and to some home organic products. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Clean, cozy, central hostel

Friendly staff. small cozy hostel with 1 and 2 bed rooms, and a 4 bed dorm. Safe quiet neighborhood in central location. Good wifi. I switched to this hostel because of its cleanliness.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019