Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering - Swakopmund

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Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering - Swakopmund
Libertina Amathila, Swakopmund, Namibia·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Location9.0
Staff9.0
Comfort8.8
Cleanliness8.7
Value for money8.6
Who stays here
Families39%
Couples23%
Groups22%
Solo15%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.3Great
Location9.0
Staff9.0
Comfort8.8
Cleanliness8.7
Value for money8.6
Who stays here
Families39%
Couples23%
Groups22%
Solo15%

Boutique self-catering B&B in Swakopmund with on-site craft brewery and acclaimed German breakfast buffet

Accommodations & Apartment Features

Desert Sands Boutique B&B offers 22 unique self-catering or B&B apartments, each with generous living and dining areas. Each apartment is equipped with an HD Flat Screen TV and a kitchenette for in-room meal preparation. Free private parking is provided on-site, and the property is privately owned to ensure personalized guest experiences.

Dining & On-Site Brewery

The hotel's German breakfast buffet is widely regarded as the best in town, served daily in the on-site restaurant. Desert Sands also houses a unique craft brewery that produces exquisite beers for guests to sample. Special diet menus and kids' meals are available upon request, and the restaurant serves German culinary specialties.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Desert Sands Boutique B&B is centrally located in Swakopmund, less than 1 km from Palm Beach and within walking distance of the Martin Luther Steam Locomotive. The Rossmund Golf Course and Walvis Bay Golf Course are both a short drive away. Walvis Bay Airport is 48 km from the property, making it accessible for leisure travelers.

Activities & Cultural Experiences

The property offers on-site bicycle rental, hiking options, and bike tours for guests to explore the area. Walking tours and a tour or class about local culture are also available from the hotel. Pub crawls and mini golf are additional recreational activities guests can enjoy during their stay.

Family-Friendly Accommodations

Desert Sands Boutique B&B provides family rooms with spacious apartments that cater to groups and families. A kid-friendly buffet and children's meals are offered in the on-site restaurant. Board games and puzzles are available for indoor entertainment, and the property's kitchenettes give families flexibility for self-catering.

  • Location: Central Swakopmund, 1 km from Palm Beach and walking distance to Martin Luther Steam Locomotive
  • Accommodations: 22 unique self-catering or B&B apartments with kitchenettes, HD TVs, and private parking
  • Dining: German breakfast buffet widely regarded as best in town, plus on-site craft brewery
  • Activities: Bicycle rental, hiking, cultural classes, bike tours, and walking tours from the property
  • Family-Friendly: Family rooms, kitchenettes, kid-friendly buffet, and board games for children
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-21:00
from 06:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NAD 250.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
German, Afrikaans
Building
Number of rooms:26
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Rooms and availability

Studio
  • Room size:

    35 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Luxury Apartment
  • Room size:

    40 m²

  • Bed options:
    2 Queen Size Beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
One-Bedroom Apartment
  • Room size:

    45 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Snack bar

Shuttle

Paid shuttle service

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Mini golf
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid shuttle service
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering

💵 Lowest room price 37 £
📏 Distance to centre 7.9 km
✈️ Distance to airport 46.6 km
🧳 Nearest airport Walvis Bay, WVB

Location

Libertina Amathila, Swakopmund, Namibia
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Libertina Amathila, Swakopmund, Namibia
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Libertina Amathila, Swakopmund, Namibia
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Daniel Tjongarero Av
German Evangelical Lutheran Church
400 m
Tobias Hainyeko Street
Hohenzollernhaus
450 m
Sam Nujoma Ave
Living Desert Snake Park
320 m
Sam Nujoma Ave
Otavi-Bahnhof
400 m
Rossing Uranium Mine
320 m
Swakopmund
Swakopmund Mole
460 m
34 Sam Nujoma Avenue
Fine Art Gallery
180 m
Mall
Pick 'n Pay
290 m
Albertina Amathila Ave
Hohenzollern Building
380 m
Restaurant
Bistro Zum Kaiser
350 m
Restaurant
Desert Creek Spur Steak Ranch
350 m
Restaurant
Ocean Basket
340 m
Restaurant
Namib Restaurant
370 m
Restaurant
Kucki's Pub
560 m
Restaurant
Cafe 44's
450 m
Restaurant
Altstadt Restaurant and Beergarden
430 m
Restaurant
Village Cafe
590 m
Restaurant
Cordes & Co
580 m

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FAQ about Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering

What popular attractions are closest to the 3-star Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering?
Guests of the 3-star Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering can visit Hohenzollernhaus (a mere 6 minutes' walk from the accommodation), or Woermann House placed 9 minutes' walk away.
What is the nearest airport to Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering?
Walvis Bay airport lies within 50 km of Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering and is reachable with a 38-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by the Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering hotel?
Shuttle which will take you to the Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering hotel with a 38-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does the inn have a car parking on site?
Yes, guests of the inn can take advantage of a free private car park on site.
What are our dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Unfortunately, the hotel doesn't have on-site dining options, but there is a variety of restaurants just outside the property - visit restaurant Wild Rocket for the taste of European cuisine (350 meters from the property) or Olupale Restaurant, which is popular for its African dishes (350 meters away).
Does the 3-star Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering hotel serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 3-star Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering hotel.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering hotel?
Guests of Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering hotel can check in from 15:00 to 21:00 and check out from 06:00.
How much does a room at the Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering hotel cost?
The price for a room in the Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering hotel starts at $51.
What payment methods are available in the inn?
At the inn, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering?
The Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering provides such room types as Luxury Apartment, Deluxe Apartment, and King Studio.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering hotel?
Every suite at the Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering hotel includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and private bathrooms along with a hairdryer and bathrobes.
Does the Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering provide business facilities?
Yes, for business travellers the Desert Sands Boutique B&B | Self-Catering provides a work desk and a photocopier.
Which facilities does the inn provide?
Top locations of the inn include a restaurant and baggage storage, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and a luggage locker.
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