Skeleton Beach Backpackers

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Scored 8.3
Rated very good

About this property

Beachfront Location: Skeleton Beach Backpackers in Swakopmund offers direct beachfront access, a sun terrace, and a lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel features family rooms with private bathrooms, balconies, and garden views. Additional amenities include a lounge, outdoor fireplace, and barbecue facilities. Dining Options: Breakfast options include continental, à la carte, and full English/Irish. The on-site restaurant serves warm dishes, juice, pancakes, cheese, and fruits. Local Attractions: North Beach is 2 km away, while the Walvis Bay Airport is 49 km from the property. Nearby attractions include Swakopmund Museum and Marine Denkmal.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish

Free private parking available on-site

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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • Non-refundable
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Continental breakfast included
  • 1 bunk bed
US$68 for 3 nights
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Double Room
We have 1 left
  • 1 double bed
215 feet²
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Cable channels
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Max persons: 2
US$68 per night
Price US$205
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 2 % City tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$41 per night
Price US$123
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 2 % City tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Deluxe King Room
We have 1 left
  • 1 large double bed
431 feet²
Balcony
Garden View
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Terrace
Max persons: 2
US$86 per night
Price US$259
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 2 % City tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$52 per night
Price US$157
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 2 % City tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Deluxe Double Room
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  • 1 single bed and
  • 1 double bed
215 feet²
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Max persons: 2
US$91 per night
Price US$273
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 2 % City tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$57 per night
Price US$171
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 2 % City tax
  • Continental breakfast included
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Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
161 feet²
Max persons: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$23 per night
Price US$68
Excluded: 15 % VAT, 2 % City tax
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Guests who stayed here loved

Herman
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very close to the Beach and Town center and friendly staff and a very nice breakfast for a back packers”
Herb
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“So relaxing. Lovely comfortable elevated lounge area to see the sunset or watch TV. Staff so friendly and efficient. Can you believe I left my airpods there and the manager bought them to Windhoek . Ok she was coming anyway but still amazingly...”
Herb
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely, lovely staff. V chilled. Fantastic v calm lounge area with views, lovely garden”
Simon
Germany Germany
“Staff is very friendly, helpful and creating a nice vibe that makes you feel welcome. The room as well as the common areas are designed with great taste. Beds are comfy and bathrooms are clean.”
Dani
Spain Spain
“The hotel is really good, the beds are very comfortable and also they have a very good breakfast. But this is nothing compared with the staff. Charlie and Ben are sooo kind and helpful. They helped me a lot with my trip, giving me advice for any...”
Gamachas
Namibia Namibia
“Friendly stuff clean and tidy place. Very much near the sea.”
Phil
Australia Australia
“Friendly helpful staff. Quiet, secure,clean. Good hot water and kitchen. Breakfast good value. Nice lady did all my laundry for very reasonable price. Great sundowner spot upstairs balcony.”
Jaime
Mexico Mexico
“The hostel itself its good. I get the impression its a bit forgotten by management. One example is there we no spoons to be found anywhere. Big thumps up for Diego at reception that was very professional and warming. Overall good experience.”
Elize
South Africa South Africa
“The breakfast options in the morning was super, the food was very nice. They also assisted with doing washing that was great, they are a block away from the beach”
Bitz
Namibia Namibia
“I loved the Friendly Staff❤️, location 👌& breakfast 😊was Amazing. Had a great stay. Thank you💯”

Property surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$0.01 per person.
  • Served daily
    07:00 to 10:00
  • Food
    Bread • Pancakes • Butter • Cheese • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Cooked/warm meals • Jam • Cereal
  • Drinks
    Coffee • Tea • Fruit juice
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House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 20:00
Check-out
From 08:00 to 10:00
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.