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Swakopmund Backpackers

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A playground with a slide and climbing structure, surrounded by a patio area with tables and chairs. - Swakopmund Backpackers (Swakopmund)
A cozy restaurant interior with wooden tables and benches, a thatched roof bar, and a green accent wall. - Swakopmund Backpackers (Swakopmund)
A landscaped area with palm trees and a building with a red roof. - Swakopmund Backpackers (Swakopmund)
A dining area with a mural of a beach scene, wooden ceiling, and tiled floor. - Swakopmund Backpackers (Swakopmund)
A kitchen with a gas stove, a sink, and a window with a view of trees. - Swakopmund Backpackers (Swakopmund)
Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a playground at Swakopmund Backpackers. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

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Room options

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A room with bunk beds, a wooden ceiling, a window with blinds, and a hanging light fixture.

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 94 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Shared Dormitory (Donkey Bay)

A room with bunk beds, a small table, and a surfboard on the wall.

Shared Dormitory (Donkey Bay)

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds (Spitzkoppe)

A room with two single beds, a bunk bed, and a small wooden chair.

Basic Shared Dormitory, Multiple Beds (Spitzkoppe)

  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Beds

View all photos for Basic Quadruple Room (Moon Valley)

A dormitory room with bunk beds, a window with blinds, and a small table.

Basic Quadruple Room (Moon Valley)

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

View all photos for City Quadruple Room (Cape Cross)

A bedroom with a single bed, a bunk bed, a window with blinds, and two small framed pictures on the wall.

City Quadruple Room (Cape Cross)

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Swakopmund, Swakopmund Backpackers is near the beach. Alte Kaserne and Hohenzollernhaus are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include National Marine Aquarium and Living Desert Snake Park. Visit our Swakopmund travel guide
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Swakop Street, Swakopmund, 9000

What's nearby

  • National Marine Aquarium
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Swakopmund Jetty
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Swakopmund Lighthouse
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Swakopmund Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • German Evangelical Lutheran Church
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Walvis Bay (WVB)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • bits ń pizzas ocean view
    6 min drive
  • Desert Creek Spur Steak Ranch
    8 min walk
  • The Tug
    8 min walk
  • Brewer & Butcher Swakopmund
    16 min walk
  • Farmhouse Deli
    15 min walk

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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
  • Soundproofed rooms

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

More

  • Soundproofed rooms

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Swakopmund Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Swakopmund Backpackers Reviews

6.4

6.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.4

Staff & service

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
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

Reviews

Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Dwighmegon

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