"Comfortable hostel with good communal areas. Location is walkable to restaurants, the beach, and bars. Hosts and employees are friendly and organized."
"Comfortable hostel with good communal areas. Location is walkable to restaurants, the beach, and bars. Hosts and employees are friendly and organized."
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Between German colonial architecture and Namib Desert dunes, this coastal resort town offers adventure sports like sandboarding and quad biking. Visit the National Marine Aquarium to see local sea life, then book a Living Desert tour to spot tiny creatures in the surrounding sand sea.
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for fun things to do. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its sea views and beaches.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices and a social atmosphere.
What are the best hostels in Swakopmund?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks get the highest reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to start: Salty Jackal Surf Camp - Property features include free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms come with hairdryers, coffee/tea makers and bed sheets. Sea View Backpackers - Hostel - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a bar. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Swakopmund Backpackers - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You'll find towels, showers and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Swakopmund?
The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are August and September, with an average of 16°C. Average annual precipitation for Swakopmund is 41 mm.
What is there to see and do in Swakopmund?
Depending on what you're interested in, you might appreciate the area around Swakopmund. Get out into nature with places such as Swakopmund Beach and Namib-Naukluft National Park. Cultural attractions include Swakopmund Museum. Visit landmarks such as Swakopmund Lighthouse, Alte Kaserne and Deutsche-Afrika Bank Building.
What's the best way to get to and around Swakopmund while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Swakopmund in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Walvis Bay (WVB), 21.9 mi (35.3 km) from the city centre.