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Swakopmund Guesthouse
Swakopmund Guesthouse
Swakopmund Guesthouse
Swakopmund Guesthouse
Swakopmund Guesthouse
Swakopmund Guesthouse

Swakopmund Guesthouse


22°40’56.0"S 14°31’36.9"E

Swakopmund Guesthouse: Our full report

Swakopmund Guesthouse is set in Swakopmund's town centre, just a short walk from the beach and main shopping area.

Formerly used as a holiday home by its owners, the Borg family, the guesthouse has been open since 2008. Of note is its ecofriendly approach, making use of recycled water and solar energy.

Swakopmund Guesthouse has 16 rooms, whose soft furnishings and wallpaper portray tranquil ocean and beach scenes, in keeping with the location. There are 12 rooms (‘standard’ and ‘luxury’) in the main building, and a further four ‘standard’ rooms in an extension across the road. These rooms all face a very pretty garden, offering a peaceful and quiet stay, and a little more privacy and seclusion than the main building. On the downside, guests staying in the extension have to go back to the main guesthouse for breakfast and to use the communal facilities.

The seven 'luxury’ rooms are all situated in the main building. They are slightly bigger than the standard rooms, but all come with the same facilities, including en-suite bathrooms, white linen sheets, satellite TVs, in-room safes, hairdryers, minibars and tea/coffee stations. There are heaters in bathrooms and bedrooms for those cold winter nights.

A two-bedroom family suite is located on the top floor of the main building. It is equipped with an open-plan kitchen and a sitting room complete with chairs and settees, is ideal for a self-catering family holiday. The children’s room comes with bunk beds, making this option ideal for a younger family. Possibly better suited to those with older children is the option of two rooms with an interleading door, although this does not allow for self-catering.

Central facilities at Swakopmund Guesthouse are all in the main building. These include a bright and airy dining room, where a buffet-style breakfast is served, and a lounge area with comfortable seating where tea, coffee and snacks are available all day. The blue-and-white nautical-themed décor continues the seaside feel, accentuated by seashells and pebbles. A small lounge area leads to a courtyard garden with quirky hanging pod chairs. There's free WiFi throughout both buildings, and a secure parking area for guests' cars. An airport shuttle service is also available.

Swakopmund Guesthouse has a few pedal bikes available for guests to hire so they can see the town from the saddle, which is a fun option. Other possible activities in the area range from sandboarding and quadbiking to parasailing and sea kayaking; Swakopmund is well known as Namibia's capital of adrenalin sports. Less adventurous are visits to Swakopmund's aquarium and museum, dolphin cruises at Walvis Bay, camel rides at a farm outside Swakopmund or a day trip down the skeleton coast to Sandwich Harbour. The guesthouse can book any of these activities, as well as making dinner reservations.


Our view

Swakopmund Guesthouse is an upmarket B&B that lies close to the sea and other amenities, and offers both friendly service and comfortable, high-quality rooms.

Karen Sharpe

Karen Sharpe

Namibia expert

Geographics

Location
Swakopmund & Walvis Bay, Namibia
Ideal length of stay
2–3 nights
Directions
Approaching Swakopmund on the B2 from Windhoek, turn left into Moses Garoeb Street at the first set of traffic lights, then continue until it becomes Rhode Allee (where the road makes a sharp right turn) and go straight ahead. Cross over Nathanael Maxuilili Street, and continue until you reach Hendrik Witbooi, where Swakopmund Guesthouse is situated on your right-hand side.
Accessible by
Self-drive or Fly-and-Transfer

Food & drink

Usual board basis
Bed & Breakfast
Food quality
Breakfast is a buffet offering a variety of juices, cheese, cold meats and breads with a hot breakfast option.

Tea, coffee and snacks are available all day.
Dining style
Individual Tables
Dining locations
Indoor Dining
Drinks included
While we are told the water here is fine to drink, the supply in Swakopmund can taste quite chemical to those not used to it, so you may prefer to stick to bottled water, which is provided on request.

Children

Attitude towards children
Children are welcome at Swakopmund Guesthouse. Children aged six years and younger stay free of charge with their parents.
Property’s age restrictions
There are no age restrictions.
Equipment
Highchairs and cots are available upon request.
Generally recommended for children
Yes, we belive this is a good option for families, especially those with young children.

Communications

Communications
Internet connection is available. There are no phones in the rooms, but guests are welcome to use the phones in reception. The guesthouse offers free WiFi.
TV & radio
There's a TV in every room at Swakopmund Guesthouse.
Water supply
Mains

Health & safety

Malarial protection recommended
No
Medical care
There are doctors and hospitals in Swakopmund.
Dangerous animals
Low Risk
Security measures
Swakopmund Guesthouse has unfenced parking on their property. There is a security guard on duty from 4:00pm to 7:00am.
Fire safety
There are fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment throughout the guesthouse.

Activities

  • 4WD Safari

    4WD Safari

  • Birdwatching

    Birdwatching

  • Boat trip

    Boat trip

  • Dune-boarding

    Dune-boarding

  • Fishing

    Fishing

  • Kayaking

    Kayaking

  • Mountain biking

    Mountain biking

  • Quad-biking

    Quad-biking

Extras

Disabled access
In Place
Laundry facilities
There is a full laundry service at extra charge - N$35/£1.75 per kilo on our last visit in May 2018.
Money
There is a small safe in every room for money and valuables.
Accepted payment on location
Cash payments are accepted in Namibian dollars and South African rand. Visa and MasterCard payments are also accepted.

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