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The 10 Best Hostels in Swakopmund, Namibia

Some of the best backpacker spots in Swakopmund

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Set in Swakopmund, less than 1 km from Palm Beach, Salty Jackal Backpackers & Surf Camp offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The hostel also features free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

The staff were super friendly and helpful. There is definitely a nice atmosphere at this hostel and the place is in a great location. Plenty of activities can be arranged directly through the hostel and I really liked the pets. I would highly recommend staying here.

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8.6
Excellent
106 reviews
Price from
$25
per night

Set in Swakopmund, 400 metres from The Mole Beach, Sea View Bliss Guesthouse with self Catering offers accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The hostel features garden views, a barbecue, and free WiFi is available throughout the property.

The staff is lovely and the place is so spacious, clean and nice. I'm definitely coming back!

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7.1
Good
196 reviews
Price from
$10
per night

Skeleton Beach Backpackers has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Swakopmund. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 1.9 km from Otavi-Bahnhof, 1.9 km from Hohenzollernhaus and 1.9 km from German Evangelical Lutheran Church. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are offered.

Best price/value in town. I thoroughly enjoyed my 2-day-stay in a spacious room. You can park your car securely inside of the compound. The beach is around the corner and the main attractions a pleasant 10 minute stroll away. Highly recommended!

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7.7
Good
387 reviews
Price from
$14
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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Hostels that guests love in Swakopmund

  • Avg. price/night: $41.07
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 235 reviews
    Clean and relaxing environment, spacious room and big kitchen and patio to share facing a beautiful inside garden. Great location and safe private parking
    Beatrice Bellan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $53.03
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 114 reviews
    Budget price not an attractive facility but the rooms we were allocated were very clean. A gardener offered to wash our very dirty cars. Everything worked. Decent Wi-Fi. Safe. We actually had a very enjoyable Christmas Eve supper sitting around a simple table outside our rooms
    Deborah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $51.73
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 254 reviews
    The breakfast was amazing 👏 You had a lot of variety of food to choose from. Extras were made upon request. 😍 The shower 🚿 was top quality, enjoyed every moment. The room was so tidy and set up beautifully. Very kind staff. Great location and safe neighborhood.
    Rosemary
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $67.85
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 106 reviews
    Great location, within walking distance to the city centre and to the beach. Nice hostel with cozy common areas. There are two dogs and a cat to make you company :)
    Ivana87
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $33.69
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 387 reviews
    Dormitory with bunk beds, Very clean linen and quite except for the sea water. Breakfast offered in a form of buffet. The place is less than a KM from the ocean.
    Popawa
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $67.85
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 106 reviews
    The staff were super friendly and helpful. There is definitely a nice atmosphere at this hostel and the place is in a great location. Plenty of activities can be arranged directly through the hostel and I really liked the pets. I would highly recommend staying here.
    Daniel
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $49.39
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 466 reviews
    Spacious room, confy bed. Safe place to park your car in middle of city. Restaurants, beach, shops all in walking distance. Very cheap for what you get
    JP-78
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 524 reviews
    Great location, near the sea. Very comfortable and clean room. Hotel is very nice decorated. Breakfast delicious. Safe parking infront of the hotel.
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    Tina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $33.79
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 196 reviews
    The hostel features both private and dormitory-style rooms, all of which are clean, spacious, and well-appointed. The common areas are also well-maintained, with a comfortable lounge area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a rooftop terrace with stunning views of the ocean. The staff at Sea View Backpackers are friendly and helpful, and are always happy to provide tips and recommendations for exploring the area. They can also assist with booking activities such as sandboarding, horseback riding, and kayaking.
    Eino
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $33.79
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 196 reviews
    The comfy sofas everywhere. The free breakfast was delicious and there is free wifi too. The manager was friendly and helpful. It's handy and there's a seaview. It's inexpensive and I recommend it to low budget travelers. The best hostel in Swakopmund.
    Kabuba
    Group