Salty Jackal Surf Camp

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hostel with free breakfast and beach bars

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Beach nearby, beach umbrellas, beach towels, beach yoga
Panoramic Double Room | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished
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Located near Swakopmund Beach, Salty Jackal Surf Camp offers adventure and comfort. Guests enjoy a free continental breakfast, beach yoga, and surfing. After hiking or biking, unwind by the firepit or use coworking spaces. Families love the in-room WiFi and nearby pool access.
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8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping

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Room options

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Premium Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2020
  • 20 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Panoramic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2020
  • 12 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2020
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Premium Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Renovated in 2020
  • 14 sq m
  • Desert view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Furnished patio
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Full-sized fridge/freezer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
37 Anton Lubowski Ave, Swakopmund, Erongo Region, 9000

What's nearby

  • German Evangelical Lutheran Church - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Swakopmund Lighthouse - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kristall Galerie - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • National Marine Aquarium - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Dome - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Walvis Bay (WVB) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Desert Creek Spur Steak Ranch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tug - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Village Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Galito's Flame Grilled Chicken - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ankerplatz - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Salty Jackal Surf Camp

Family-friendly hostel remodelled in 2020 and located near National Marine Aquarium
Located close to Swakopmund Lighthouse and Kristall Galerie, Salty Jackal Surf Camp provides free continental breakfast, 3 beach bars and a terrace. Adventurous travellers may like the surfing/body boarding, cycling and beach yoga at this hostel. In addition to a firepit and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and access to a nearby indoor pool
  • Ping pong, books and coworking spaces
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as furnished patios and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and separate dining areas.
More amenities include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Communal kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and ovens
  • Private gardens, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 3 beach bars
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of NAD 200; reservation required
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Mountain biking
  • Stereo
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Table tennis
  • Video library
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1969
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Renovated entire property - September 2020

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Composting
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NAD 200 for check-in between 8:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child per adult, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cash Breakage deposit: NAD 400 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 200 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.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number BPH1034

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Salty Jackal Surf Camp pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Salty Jackal Surf Camp?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Salty Jackal Surf Camp?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 8:00 PM to midnight for a fee of NAD 200.

What time is check-out at Salty Jackal Surf Camp?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Salty Jackal Surf Camp provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NAD 400 per person applies.

Where is Salty Jackal Surf Camp located?

This family-friendly Swakopmund hostel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of National Marine Aquarium, Kristall Galerie and Swakopmund Museum. Swakopmund Lighthouse and Swakopmund Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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