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Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm
20 square metres
1 Twin Bunk Bed
Room sleeps 1 guest
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Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
12 square metres
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
(up to 1 child)
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Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
12 square metres
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Premium Double or Twin Room
14 square metres
1 King Bed 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Panoramic Double Room
12 square metres
1 Double Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Get an overview of this hotel
Family-friendly hostel with free breakfast and beach bars

Popular property highlights

Breakfast included
Free self parking
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Multilingual staff

Centrally located in Swakopmund, Salty Jackal Backpackers & Surf Camp is within a 15-minute walk of National Marine Aquarium and Kristall Galerie. This family-friendly hostel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Swakopmund Lighthouse and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Swakopmund Museum.

Make yourself at home in one of the 5 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and MP3 docking stations. Rooms have private furnished patios. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.

Enjoy recreational amenities such as a 24-hour fitness center and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands.

Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Salty Jackal Backpackers & Surf Camp. Relax with a refreshing drink from the bar/lounge or one of the 3 beach bars. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Languages spoken

  • English

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Salty Jackal Backpackers & Surf Camp

37 Anton Lubowski Ave, Swakopmund, Erongo Region 9000

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Total number of rooms - 5
  • Number of floors - 2
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Airport transport (surcharge)
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Free breakfast
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Multilingual staff
  • Picnic area
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Free WiFi
  • Year Built – 1969
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of beach bars - 3
  • Daily
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • Terrace
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Table tennis
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared fridge
  • Lockers available
  • Firepit
  • Private picnics
  • Uncovered parking
  • Secured parking
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Off-street parking
  • Coin laundry nearby
  • Hosted evening meal
  • Hosted evening meal (reserve)
  • Wheelchair accessible: No
  • Secured bicycle storage
  • Bicycle parking available
  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Coworking spaces

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of living rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate dining area
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages spoken

  • English
  • French
  • German
  • Italian
  • Dutch
  • Afrikaans

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

Salty Jackal Backpackers & Surf Camp offers 5 accommodations with MP3 docking stations and minibars. Rooms open to furnished patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and espresso makers. This Swakopmund hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in September 2020.

  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hair dryer
  • Yard
  • Espresso maker
  • Separate sitting area
  • Microwave
  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Separate dining area
  • Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • Stovetop
  • Free WiFi
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
  • MP3 docking station
  • Number of living rooms
  • Furnished patio
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Linens provided
  • Toaster
  • Number of beds 2
  • Griddle
  • Spices
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks or recommendations
  • Electrical adaptors/chargers
  • Composting
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Change of bed sheets: Every number of days 7

Where to Eat

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily (reservations required).

Nearby Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Hiking/biking trails on site
  • Mountain biking on site
  • Surfing/boogie boarding on site
  • Beach yoga on site
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Surfing lessons: On site

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-in time ends at 8:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out time is 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

You need to know

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay, and cash. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

No rollaway/extra beds available

No cots (infant beds) available

No lifts

Children stay free

Cash Deposit Required

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

One child stays free

Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM

Front desk closes daily at 8:00 PM

UnionPay

Debit cards not accepted

Staffed front desk

Long-term renters welcome

Children stay free - maximum age 4

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff do not wear personal protective equipment

Protective clothing is not available for guests

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are not provided with hand sanitiser

Social distancing measures are not in place

Contactless check-in is not available

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Individually wrapped food options are not available

No gap period between guests' stays

Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Contactless check-out is not available

Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection

Cashless transactions are not available

Masks are not compulsory at the property

Contactless food service / room service is not available

Reservation is not required for facilities on site

Mobile key entry is not available

Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety

Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing

Property does not require health documentation at check-in

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: NAD 300

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NAD 400 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NAD 250 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Late check-in fee: NAD 100 for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
  • Hosted evening meal: NAD 200
  • Firewood fee: NAD 40 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Hotel Names

  • Salty Jackal Backpackers Hostel Swakopmund
  • Salty Jackal Backpackers Hostel
  • Salty Jackal Backpackers Swakopmund
  • Salty Jackal Backpackers Host
  • Salty Jackal Backpackers
  • Salty Jackal Backpackers & Surf Camp Swakopmund

We should mention

One child 4 years old or younger stays free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

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