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Places to stay in Swakopmund

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Stay near Swakopmund's top sights

The Tug Restaurant54 locals recommend
Swakopmund Brauhaus52 locals recommend
Swakopmund Museum50 locals recommend
Tiger Reef Beach Bar & Grill44 locals recommend
Jetty 1905 Restaurant34 locals recommend
Kristall Galerie29 locals recommend

Pet-friendly places to stay in Swakopmund

Superhost
Guest suite in Walvis Bay
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 77 reviews

7 Foreshore, Langstrand, Flamingo Studio

LiamRating, 5 stars6 months ago
Fantastic stay. Right on the beach. Quiet and clean. Laurette was great and helped me out finding a dentist while i was in town. Would definitely stay there again if we are in the area.
Home in Langstrand
4.67 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews

Desert Scape Self Catering

margaretRating, 5 stars6 months ago
Excellent, clean and beyond our expectations. Lilly was giving an amazing service, by attending to our needs and requests. Will definitely go stay there again and recommend it to friends and family 😊✨️✨️✨️✨️✨️
Guest favorite
Cottage in Swakopmund
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews

Gecko Ridge: Self Catering #2

AxelRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Perfect chalet very close to Swakopmund, we enjoyed our stay.
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Apartment in Swakopmund
4.77 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

Comfortable flat close to beach and mall

LindaRating, 5 stars3 months ago
Great stay , value for money . Feels like home from home . Lesley gives you so much privacy . Place is in a safe location and you can walk to mall and beach. Will come back again and highly recommend .
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Home in Walvis Bay /Dolphin Beach
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 267 reviews

Damara Tern self catering.

Keisha-AnnRating, 5 stars3 months ago
Corna was extremely hospitable and responsive. It was a delight for us to stay by the ocean and hear the ocean, which is one of the best things in the world for me. The children enjoyed playing in the sea, and I enjoyed being able to wake early and sit by the water, while my sister enjoyed sitting by the seaside and watching the sun set. We regret not staying longer. The housekeeper was also very pleasant and wellmannered.
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Home in Langstrand
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews

Modern family beachfront house

CurtRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Great beachfront house with room for the entire family!
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Home
5 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

Quirky, Convenient & Creative

MerrickRating, 5 stars3 months ago
Very nice accommodation close to the centre of town. The kitchen has been modernised and looks mich better than the photos. The property is very spacious and has a nice little garden at the back as well as a garage.
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Farm stay in Swakopmund
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 124 reviews

The Desert Shack

MariiaRating, 5 stars3 months ago
It was great and peaceful stay: perfect getaway. Trudi is great and helpful host (thank you!). Everything matches (and exceed) the description. Dogs are the sweetest (amazing bonus to the place!:)) Definitely will return!

Other great vacation rentals in Swakopmund

Superhost
Home in Langstrand
4.67 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews

Zee's view

EstherRating, 5 stars9 months ago
Shana’s place is more beautiful than in pictures . Easy to locate and very clean . The beach is a stone throw and we enjoyed beach walks and views. Will surely return . Host responds fast and friendly.
Superhost
Home in Swakopmund
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Ocean Dream Beach Villa

GerritRating, 5 stars5 months ago
This holiday home is outstanding very very nice. Thank you Elsa for the very pleasant stay See you soon
Guest favorite
Apartment in Swakopmund
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews

The Sea@Sphinx

ScottRating, 5 stars1 month ago
Terrific little spot. Very comfortable and quiet. I liked the parking situation and the long garage where I could unpack my safari truck and sort through my things. Wifi was excellent. A small but useful kitchen. The suite also gets a nice breeze when the back and front doors are open, very nice in the heat of the afternoon.
Top guest favorite
Home in Swakopmund
5 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

4on Pebbles Holiday home ‘Your next luxury stay’

JamesRating, 5 stars2 months ago
The home was clean spacious and full of amenities beyond our expectations. The attention to detail in the decor was exceptional and the house is clearly a home away from home. We were humbled to have been welcomed into such a warm space. Falling asleep to the sound of the waves lapping the beach a few meters away was a memorable treat that would be hard to forget. Would go back anytime!
Home in Swakopmund
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviews

Deka Self Catering Holiday Home

HelenaRating, 5 stars9 months ago
Very good place for a family. Its safe and in a quiet location. I would stay there again.
Guest favorite
Home in Swakopmund
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 255 reviews

Swakopmund Beach Cottage

DominiqueRating, 5 stars2 months ago
Very nice family beach cottage. Well protected and perfectly located.
Guest favorite
Villa in Langstrand
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

Deja Blue Beachfront Villa, Newly renovated

RebeccaRating, 5 stars1 month ago
A beautiful beach front property in a quiet neighborhood
Guest favorite
Vacation home in Swakopmund
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews

Pandion II Penthouse

Muriel & TeddyRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
Jana’s place exceeded our expectations. Squeaky clean. Well appointed. Great security. Awesome location. We were able to walk to shop, dine, sightsee. There were glimpses of the water and sand dunes also. We normally stay at the beach front or at Langstrand. This was by far our best location, due to our ability to walk everywhere. It was perfect! We highly recommend this place and will not hesitate to book again when coming to Swakopmund. We were very happy there!

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Swakopmund

  • Total rentals

    680 properties

  • Nightly prices starting at

    98 kr SEK before taxes and fees

  • Total number of reviews

    13K reviews

  • Family-friendly rentals

    380 properties are a good fit for families

  • Pet-friendly rentals

    90 properties allow pets

  • Rentals with a pool

    30 properties have a pool

Your guide to Swakopmund

All About Swakopmund

The Atlantic Ocean exerts a large presence in Swakopmund, Namibia's largest coastal town: You can smell its salt in the air, walk along its shores or out the long jetty that extends into the water, survey the ocean’s expanse from a historic lighthouse, and taste its bounty in the dining rooms of the city’s high-quality restaurants. Ornate, German-influenced architecture dominates the public buildings and private homes in the city center. Swakopmund is also home to the largest privately run museum in the country, whose displays document the minerals, flora, and fauna of the region.

The Namib Desert extends to the east of town. Just 25 minutes outside the city, you’ll find Dune 7, a 1,200-foot sand dune that is the desert’s highest, and guided tours may bring you to other spots where you can sandboard down the dunes. With the coast and the desert so close to town, Swakopmund makes an excellent base for exploring a number of nearby attractions, such as Walvis Bay, with its abundance of marine wildlife, and the jagged valley referred to as Moon Landscape.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Swakopmund

Namibia's climate is desert subtropical, which means hot, dry days, cool nights, and very little rainfall. There is some variation in average temperatures between summer (December through February) and winter (July and August), but not so extreme as to make a real difference to what you can see and do here. If you’re interested in spotting marine life, the best time to see whales is between June and November and the best time to spot flamingos is from October to April.


Top things to do in Swakopmund

Moon Landscape

The so-called Moon Landscape, 25 miles east of Swakopmund in the Namib-Naukluft National Park, makes a fascinating day trip. Here, the Namib Desert’s surreal landscape is indeed reminiscent of a barren lunar vista. You may also encounter a true prehistoric relic, the Welwitschia mirabilis plants endemic to the Namibian and Angolan deserts. The plants average 400 to 500 years of age, although some are as old as 1,500 years.

Swakopmund Jetty

This wooden pier extends 300 yards into the south Atlantic Ocean and is the perfect place for a sunset stroll. You might even get to see a pod of dolphins frolicking in the water as you gaze out at sea. Back on the coast, you’ll find a restaurant on the water, and a few blocks inland is a quaint downtown area with more places to grab a bite to eat and shops selling handmade jewelry and crafts. Be aware that wooden boards of the jetty might be slippery, and that the temperature can drop drastically at night, so bring a warm windbreaker along with you.

Walvis Bay

A 40-minute drive down the coast to Walvis Bay will bring you to a wildlife and birdlife oasis. Here, the tidal lagoon is home to pelicans, terns, cormorants, and many other seabirds. Between November and April, you might see tens of thousands of pink flamingos in the aptly named Flamingo Bay. You can also take a boat tour to see leatherback turtles, cape fur seals, and sunfish. Between November and April, you are also likely to see whales and dolphins.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How is the weather in Swakopmund?

    Swakopmund has a desert climate, but its temperatures are often moderated by the cool Atlantic Ocean. Summer temperatures range from 15-25°C (59-77°F), while winter temperatures can drop to about 12°C (54°F) during the day. The city also experiences foggy conditions about 180 days of the year, which can significantly reduce visibility.

  • What are some of the best things to do in Swakopmund?

    In Swakopmund, you can enjoy activities such as sandboarding on the dunes, quad biking, camel riding, or visiting the local craft markets. Dolphin and seal watching tours are also frequently suggested. For history enthusiasts, the Swakopmund Museum and the Hohenzollernhaus are worth exploring.

  • What is the best time of year to visit Swakopmund?

    The most popular time of year to visit Swakopmund is during the southern hemisphere's summer months, between December and April. During this time, the Swakopmund Carnival, also known as the 'Swakop Karneval', takes place. This fun, family-friendly event typically includes parades, costume competitions, and live music.

  • What are the best places to stay in Swakopmund?

    Visitors often choose to stay in areas such as Vineta, with its close proximity to the beach, or Central Swakopmund, known for its colonial architecture. Waterfront and Kramersdorf are also popular choices, offering easy access to local attractions and dining options.

  • What are the best places to visit in Swakopmund?

    You might enjoy exploring the Swakopmund Museum, the National Marine Aquarium, or the Kristall Galerie, home of the world's largest quartz crystal cluster on display. The Jetty 1905 and the Martin Luther Steam Locomotive are also popular attractions. For nature lovers, the Welwitschia Plains and the Rossmund Desert Golf Course are often recommended.

  • What are some hiking trails in Swakopmund?

    Rossmund Desert Golf Course has several walking trails perfect for nature enthusiasts. Moon Landscape is another area with several hiking trails, offering a unique view of the lunar-like surroundings. Please remember to respect the environment and always stay on marked trails, as the area is environmentally sensitive.

  • What are some family activities to do in Swakopmund?

    Visiting the National Marine Aquarium, taking a camel ride, or participating in a sandboarding tour are all activities that families frequently enjoy in Swakopmund. The Snake Park is another popular choice, as is the Swakopmund Museum that provides an insight into Namibian culture and history.

  • What are some of the best day trip ideas in Swakopmund?

    Experience a day trip to the nearby Walvis Bay, where you can explore the flamingo-filled lagoon, or visit the Sandwich Harbour, part of the Namib Naukluft Park. Another popular day trip is to the Spitzkoppe, a group of bald granite peaks located approximately 120 km (75 miles) from Swakopmund.

  • How much does it cost to stay in apartment rentals in Swakopmund?

    Experience the best of Swakopmund with our apartment rentals, starting at about $20 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.

  • Are there bed and breakfast rentals with a dedicated workspace in Swakopmund?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 20 bed and breakfast rentals in Swakopmund featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

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