Our best 24 hotels and places to stay in Swakopmund & Walvis Bay
In this area various establishments are divided into hotels, pensions and bed and breakfasts, backpacker’s lodges, restcamps and camping.
Ask us for more details of what's where, and what's likely to suit you best!
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Cornerstone Guesthouse
Cornerstone Guest House is a small, owner-run bed and breakfast, situated in a residential area within easy walking distance ...More about Cornerstone Guesthouse
95%A great couple of nights here in Swakopmund. We had rather surprisingly a spacious apartment that was very well appointed. Great service from all the staff especially ... Cornerstone Guesthouse reviews...
Sam's Giardino
The comfortable Sam's Giardino is set in an attractive garden, a few minutes' walk from the centre of Swakopmund. Run by its ...More about Sam's Giardino
89%Nice place to stay in Swakopmund - although a bit far to walk to the downtown area. Quirky owner who is happy to chat and help in any way possible. Sam's Giardino reviews...
Central Guest House
Just a five-minute walk from the centre of Swakopmund, the owner-run Central Guest House is situated in a quiet, residential area...More about Central Guest House
89%We were checked in by a miserable lady and allocated room had double bed when we requested twin beds. I asked if they had a twin room which they did and it was no problem ... Central Guest House reviews...
The Stiltz
Right on the edge of Swakopmund, The Stiltz overlooks the mouth of the Swakop River and has spectacular views over the dunes ...More about The Stiltz
87%Fantastic! The situation so close to town was amazing, easy to walk in and taxi back. Amazing accomodation for the four of us and great views with a nice little walkway ... The Stiltz reviews...
Beach Lodge
Beach Lodge is a comfortable guesthouse located about 5km north of Swakopmund town centre, directly overlooking the beach. Its ...More about Beach Lodge
90%The rooms are modern, quite luxurious and have perfect views of the beach. Beach Lodge reviews...
Villa Margherita
Villa Margherita – also know as 'The Charming House' – is an upmarket colonial-style boutique guest house, set in the heart of ...More about Villa Margherita
89%A perfectly adequate place. We thought the accommodation was looking a bit tired Villa Margherita reviews...
Lagoon Lodge
The bright yellow Lagoon Loge is located right next to Walvis Bay Lagoon, which attracts numerous species of birds. Run by French ...More about Lagoon Lodge
92%Friendly owner/ manager who provided lots of information re restaurants and some trips running at this time of year. Whale watching not available as wrong time of year. Room ... Lagoon Lodge reviews...
Strand Hotel
The Strand is an exciting new development located on Swakopmund's historic 'Mole'. Built on the site of the old Strand Hotel, ...More about Strand Hotel
91%Very well run hotel, highly professional staff. We forgot some things in the safe at checkout and this was handled very well: a phone call within an hour, everything taken ... Strand Hotel reviews...
Brigadoon
If you enjoy a bit of seclusion, then Brigadoon, set in the well-established gardens of the owner's house, is in a quiet residential ...More about Brigadoon
78%Brigadoon very well located. Great breakfast served by lovely staff. The new manager at reception was very willing and keen but not very well informed. Found a good Walking ... Brigadoon reviews...
Sandfields Guesthouse
Just a few minutes' drive north of the centre of Swakopmund, Sandfields Guesthouse has only five rooms, giving it an intimate ...More about Sandfields Guesthouse
91%We were welcomed by the owner, Jean, who provided us with very helpful information on things to do / see and places to eat in Swakopmund. The guest house is well positioned ... Sandfields Guesthouse reviews...
Swakopmund Guesthouse
Swakopmund Guesthouse is set in Swakopmund's town centre, just a short walk from the beach and main shopping area. Formerly used ...More about Swakopmund G'house
83%Swakopmund was our least favourite place in Namibia, but that is not due to Swakopmund Guesthouse. The guesthouse is perfectly adequate, but perhaps a little sterile and ... Swakopmund G'house reviews...
Hansa Hotel
The oldest hotel in Swakopmund, the four-star Hansa Hotel, opened over a century ago, and has a good, central location in this ...More about Hansa Hotel
87%Very nice European style hotel, quite fancy. We ate at their upscale restaurant, and were quite disappointed. Meat was overdone, very salty, and had a heavy, not very tasty sauce... Hansa Hotel reviews...
Secret Garden Guesthouse
Secret Garden Guesthouse has a convenient location in the centre of Swakopmund. Simple and comfortable, its rooms are brightly ...More about Secret Garden
86%We enjoyed our time at the Secret Garden Guesthouse. It is very well located in the centre of Swakopmund and we found the owners very helpful and accommodating. Would definitely ... Secret Garden reviews...
Sea Breeze Guesthouse
Sea Breeze Guesthouse is situated near to the beach, in the north of Swakopmund. It’s a peaceful and comfortable place to stay ...More about Sea Breeze
83%Perhaps a little bit far out of twon - either a drive or taxi ride away Sea Breeze reviews...
Organic Square
Centrally located in Swakopmund, Organic Square opened in 2011. It is a small, modern and comfortable guesthouse, now spread ...More about Organic Square
80%Quiet location near to the centre of Swakopmund. Very warm welcome from manager who provided lots of useful information on area. Enjoyable stay. Organic Square reviews...
The Delight
The Delight, more formally known as 'The Delight Swakopmund', is a relatively large modern hotel on the north side of the town centre...More about The Delight
98%What a brilliant place to stay in Swakopmund. Very easy to find and in a central location which allowed us to explore Swakop very easily. The rooms were perfect (we were ... The Delight reviews...
Guesthouse Indongo
Guesthouse Indongo is situated in a quiet residential area of Swakopmund just 200 m from the beach and a short walking distance ...More about Guesthouse Indongo
70%Good size room and facilities and not too far to walk to the town centre. Limited service from staff - had to ask several times for a local street map and ended up having ... Guesthouse Indongo reviews...
Pelican Bay Hotel
Part of the Protea Hotels chain, the Pelican Bay Hotel overlooks the lagoon in Walvis Bay. It's a rather large hotel but is conven...More about Pelican Bay
67%This is a standard Protea hotel, part of a chain. Room was clean but tired (broken shelf, in need of decoration) but we chose this for the location rather than anything else... Pelican Bay reviews...
Intermezzo Guesthouse
Intermezzo Guesthouse is a small bed and breakfast located in a quiet residential area of Swakopmund, about 25 minutes walk from ...More about Intermezzo
90%Great suggestion and experience. Nice rooms. Clean. Nice location - close to water, but not "in" town. Wish we could have stayed longer. Nice breakfast and ... Intermezzo reviews...
Desert Breeze Lodge
Located just outside Swakopmund on the banks of the Swakop River, Desert Breeze Lodge has spectacular views of the Namib Desert’s ...More about Desert Breeze
87%We liked the desert breeze (we stayed in room 5) which had slightly better views of the sand dunes than the room that we had been originally allocated. The staff couldnt ... Desert Breeze reviews...
Pelican Point Lodge
Pelican Point Lodge stands near the end of a long, flat peninsula of sand (known as Pelican Point) which stretches into the South ...More about Pelican Point Lodge
100%We really enjoyed our stay here. The staff were extremely helpful in every way and we loved the location, great walks along the beach. The food was excellent, rooms ... Pelican Point Lodge reviews...
Oyster Box Guesthouse
Re-opened under new ownership in 2011 after an extensive revamp and rebrand, Oyster Box Guesthouse is a small bed and breakfast, ...More about Oyster Box Guesthouse
80%Good location overlooking the lagoon and a short walk from the Raft. Compact room with no tea and coffee facilities although this was remedied immediately when queried ... Oyster Box Guesthouse reviews...
Hotel Zum Kaiser
Just a few metres back from the beach, the Hotel Zum Kaiser (formerly Swakopmund Boutique Hotel) is a modern and stylish building ...More about Zum Kaiser Hotel
70%Average hotel. Not so much to say. Zum Kaiser Hotel reviews...
Namib Guesthouse
Located in a quiet, residential area of Swakopmund, Namib Guesthouse is a small, eco-friendly bed and breakfast. It is conveniently ...More about Namib Guesthouse
60%Comfortable, clean and a bit more basic. Compact rooms around a small courtyard Receptionist was good and helpful when we got to know her. Organised a good trip to Sandwich ... Namib Guesthouse reviews...
