Title: Artemis Hotel Swakopmund Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Artemis Hotel Swakopmund Hotel with free breakfast, 4-minute walk to Hohenzollern Building ![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76530000/76524200/76524160/076b052a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76530000/76524200/76524160/801c9b6a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76530000/76524200/76524160/839c5939.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76530000/76524200/76524160/afde5e1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76530000/76524200/76524160/8dd94d6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Artemis Hotel Swakopmund, in the heart of Swakopmund, offers an inviting atmosphere with rooftop views, a complimentary breakfast buffet, and daily manager's reception. Enjoy WiFi speeds over 25 Mbps and convenient dry cleaning/laundry services for a comfortable stay. VIP Access 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Breakfast included - Laundry - Housekeeping - Air conditioning £107 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec VIP Access ### Get more when you're a member - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 30 - Dec 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=76524160&PinnedHotelID=76524160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=76524160&PinnedHotelID=76524160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 1 - Dec 2](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=76524160&PinnedHotelID=76524160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=76524160&PinnedHotelID=76524160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 5 - Dec 7](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=76524160&PinnedHotelID=76524160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=76524160&PinnedHotelID=76524160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 12 - Dec 14](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=76524160&PinnedHotelID=76524160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=76524160&PinnedHotelID=76524160&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76530000/76524200/76524160/65188b16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double or Twin Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Separate bath and shower Minibar Electric kettle - 258 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Comfort Double or Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76530000/76524200/76524160/acd217dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Double or Twin Room ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Separate bath and shower Minibar - 291 sq ft - Partial sea view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Junior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Bathtub, Sea View | Bathroom | Separate bathtub and shower, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76530000/76524200/76524160/f0c77e32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, Bathtub, Sea View ### Highlights Fireplace Air conditioning Heating Connecting rooms available Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Separate bath and shower Minibar - 409 sq ft - Sea view - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSwakopmund-Hotels-Artemis-Hotel-Swakopmund.h76524160.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSwakopmund-Hotels-Artemis-Hotel-Swakopmund.h76524160.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-22.67826%2C14.52605&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qkSveViuTXmL-FaOvnAIBJqGyQs=) 4 Sam Nujoma Ave, Swakopmund #### What's nearby - German Evangelical Lutheran Church - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Swakopmund Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Swakopmund Museum - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Swakopmund Jetty - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - National Marine Aquarium - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles #### Getting around - Walvis Bay (WVB) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Tug - ‬8 min walk - ‪Village Cafe - ‬2 min walk - ‪Desert Creek Spur Steak Ranch - ‬3 min walk - ‪Galito's Flame Grilled Chicken - ‬11 min walk - ‪Hansa Hotel - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Artemis Hotel Swakopmund Hotel near Hohenzollern Building Located close to Woermannhaus and Swakopmund Lighthouse, Artemis Hotel Swakopmund provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception and a rooftop terrace. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and a TV in reception - A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall and outdoor furniture Room features All guest rooms at Artemis Hotel Swakopmund offer perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Extra amenities include: - Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles - Bathrooms with separate baths/showers - 28-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels - Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19400000/19396600/19396591/2fc8c15b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel A La Mer Swakopmund - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Bar 9.0 Wonderful 133 reviews £72 includes taxes & fees 1 Dec - 2 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=19396591&PinnedHotelID=19396591&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5400000/5394000/5393993/663777fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Hotel Swakopmund Swakopmund - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 333 reviews £112 includes taxes & fees 8 Dec - 9 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=5393993&PinnedHotelID=5393993&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12830000/12822400/12822375/9f4d2597.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Swakopmund Plaza Hotel Swakopmund - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 129 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=12822375&PinnedHotelID=12822375&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14920000/14910300/14910286/8321026e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Be Still Accommodation Vineta - Pool - Spa - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.6 Exceptional 24 reviews £58 includes taxes & fees 4 Dec - 5 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=14910286&PinnedHotelID=14910286&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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check-in end time: 10:00 PM Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property At check-in, guests must provide either a negative PCR COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 16 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 21 days prior to check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: GBP 33.90 per person (one-way) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Artemis Hotel Swakopmund Hotel Artemis Hotel Swakopmund Swakopmund Artemis Hotel Swakopmund Hotel Swakopmund ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Artemis Hotel Swakopmund pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Artemis Hotel Swakopmund? > As of 30 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Artemis Hotel Swakopmund on 1 Dec 2025 start from £107.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Swakopmund-Hotels-Artemis-Hotel-Swakopmund.h76524160.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Artemis Hotel Swakopmund? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Artemis Hotel Swakopmund? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Artemis Hotel Swakopmund? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Does Artemis Hotel Swakopmund provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7:00 AM-5:00 PM on request. A fee of GBP 33.90 per person applies. ### Where is Artemis Hotel Swakopmund located? > Located in Vineta, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Hohenzollern Building and Woermannhaus. Swakopmund Lighthouse and Swakopmund Museum are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? 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