Title: Swakopmund Backpackers - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Swakopmund Backpackers Hostel in Swakopmund with a coffee shop and a restaurant ![Sports bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24301600/24301557/57fe4200.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Basic Shared Dormitory | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24301600/24301557/263e9a59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Shared Dormitory](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24301600/24301557/992c4cbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Basic Shared Dormitory](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24301600/24301557/ece4486f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24310000/24301600/24301557/9c1e395d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Swakopmund Backpackers balances adventure with comfort in a lively atmosphere. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSwakopmund-Hotels-Swakopmund-Backpackers.h24301557.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSwakopmund-Hotels-Swakopmund-Backpackers.h24301557.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-22.68402%2C14.52510&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SF_1IZnGk1T8aWPC5GXYWeEW2cQ=) Swakop Street, Swakopmund, 9000 #### What's nearby - National Marine Aquarium - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Sandboarding - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Swakopmund Jetty - 8 min walk - 0.7 km - Swakopmund Lighthouse - 12 min walk - 1.0 km - German Evangelical Lutheran Church - 13 min walk - 1.1 km #### Getting around - Walvis Bay (WVB) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Tug - ‬8 min walk - ‪Village Cafe - ‬9 min walk - ‪Desert Creek Spur Steak Ranch - ‬7 min walk - ‪Galito's Flame Grilled Chicken - ‬16 min walk - ‪Hansa Hotel - ‬11 min walk ## About this property ### Swakopmund Backpackers Property highlights A coffee shop/cafe, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Swakopmund Backpackers. In addition to laundry facilities and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance - Barbecue grills, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at Swakopmund Backpackers have amenities such as free WiFi. Extra amenities include: - Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with rainfall showers - Communal kitchens and limited housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Playground - Ropes course - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Playground ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area ### Accessibility - Elevator ### More - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Shared bathroom (in-room sink) - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Shared kitchen access ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM Late check-in fee Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 1 PM ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: NAD 1040 per vehicle (roundtrip) - Late check-in fee The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know 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 Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds This property accepts cash ### We should mention Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Swakopmund Backpackers Hostel Swakopmund Backpackers Swakopmund Swakopmund Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Swakopmund Backpackers pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Swakopmund Backpackers? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. ### What time is check-out at Swakopmund Backpackers? > Check-out is at 1 PM. ### Does Swakopmund Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NAD 1040 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Swakopmund Backpackers located? > Situated near the beach, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of National Marine Aquarium, Alte Kaserne, and Hohenzollernhaus. Hohenzollern Building and Deutsche-Afrika Bank Building are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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