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Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm
215 square feet
1 Twin Bunk Bed
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129 square feet
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Comfort Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds
129 square feet
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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151 square feet
1 King Bed 2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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129 square feet
1 Double Bed
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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 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 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

The hostel offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hostel's bars, which include 3 beach bars and a bar/lounge. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This family-friendly hostel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, a library, and a terrace. Guests can use the indoor pool at a partner property. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is offered to guests. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site. A total renovation of this property was completed in September 2020.

Salty Jackal Surf Camp has designated areas for smoking.

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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Separate living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • 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 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.

  • 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 refrigerator/freezer
  • Stovetop
  • Free WiFi
  • Individually furnished
  • Individually decorated
  • MP3 docking station
  • Separate living room
  • Furnished patio
  • Shared/communal kitchen access
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Toaster
  • Griddle
  • Spices
  • Local maps
  • Guidebooks or recommendations
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Composting
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Number of days between bed sheet changes: 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

Recreational amenities at the hostel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time ends at 8:00 PM

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM

Minimum check-in age is: 18

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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a 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

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Long-term renters welcome

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

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.

One child stays free

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

Long-term renters welcome

Debit cards not accepted

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

Staffed front desk

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

UnionPay

Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM

Front desk closes daily at 8:00 PM

Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing

Property does not require health documentation at check-in

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 onsite

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Staff does not wear personal protective equipment

Mobile key entry is not available

Protective clothing is not available to guests

Food service has not been amended for enhanced safety

No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Children stay free - maximum age 4

Guests are not provided with hand sanitizer

Social distancing measures are not in place

Contactless check-in is not available

No rollaway/extra beds available

No cribs (infant beds) available

No elevators

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Children stay free

Individually-wrapped food options are not available

Cash deposit required

No gap period between guest stays

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: NAD 300 per stay

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 Surf Camp Swakopmund
  • Salty Jackal Backpackers Surf Camp
  • Salty Jackal Surf Camp Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

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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