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Situated in Windhoek, 800 metres from Warehouse Theatre, Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. 1 km from Curt von Francois Statue and 1.5 km from Alte Feste Museum, the property provides a bar and barbecue facilities. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

- excellent Aussie-owned resort-style budget accommodation - walking distance to CBD, 10 min to major shopping mall, 20min to Christuskirche.. - well staffed with high levels of individual attention without appearing pushy on tourists - persistently kept clean throughout the day - pool with bar that offers great drinks and pizza for less - linked to affordable tours and safaries

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8.5
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1,624 reviews
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SEK 275
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Situated in Windhoek, 2.2 km from Alte Feste Museum, Naankuse Travellers Inn features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden. The property is around 2.2 km from Reiterdenkmal Windhoek, 2.2 km from Eros Shopping Centre and 2.3 km from Curt von Francois Statue. National Botanical Gardens Windhoek is 1.1 km from the hostel and Warehouse Theatre is 2.5 km away.

Magic. I'm from London, UK and was DELIGHTED to spend an entire month living here - as a digital nomad - in my safe, cosy, private, glamping tent under the canopied shade of a sprawling camelthorn tree. FREE WiFi, access to a huge swimming pool, FREE breakfast (poolside at Roosters - across the road), wonderful staff (I love you Mercia!), access to an enormous kitchen, laundry facilities in site, private bathroom (no sharing), 5mins walk from a huge supermarket (and other shops, cafés and restaurants), FREE parking and live music across the road at Utopia on the weekends. The absolute bonus for me was daily bootcamp classes at 6:30pm (behind Roosters) and twice-daily yoga classes 15 minutes walk away with Suzi Seha (https://www.suziseha.com/). Bliss. Great value for money at 380NAD per night. My very own secret slice of Namibian paradise!

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6.4
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9 reviews

Located in Windhoek, less than 1 km from Eros Shopping Centre, Nambani House provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is set 2.1 km from National Theatre Namibia, 2.4 km from Windhoek railway station and 2.4 km from TransNamib Museum. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel, each room comes with a wardrobe. Guest rooms include bed linen.

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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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  • Avg. price/night: SEK 548.28
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 37 reviews
    Great location in a quite and safe neighborhood. Spacious flat with all the necessary amenities. Parking. Would stay here again.
    Hassane
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 577.14
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 435 reviews
    Great location, safe
    dejna0911
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 412.24
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 102 reviews
    The cleanliness at this place is top notch. It is safe and in a great location. The host was friendly. It is our home,We will visit again.
    A
    Aina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 435.33
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 699 reviews
    Great location -safe & relatively quiet
    Sonia
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 522.17
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,114 reviews
    Friendly and supportive staff. The receptionist(Candice) went out of her way to make my stay as comfortable as possible.24 hour security staff was also very helpful and friendly.If you're on a budget stay, I would recommend Esperanca GH Shopping center (OK shopping )about 5 mins walk from Guesthouse.Safe and quiet neighborhood.
    Wendall.S
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 395.75
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 82 reviews
    Great location, very safe and clean
    Portia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 2,043.63
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 671 reviews
    Lovely guest house with spacious, comfortable rooms and a great outdoor courtyard. Great location in Klein Windhoek within walking distance to several restaurants. Very safe. The staff were wonderful. The breakfast was excellent.
    Annette
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 604.62
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,135 reviews
    The set up/concept of the place is great and eco friendly, great location in the city, they have accommodation for each budget range, the vibe which was pretty chill and hip, the food was delicious, Wi-Fi provision, safety, super comfortable beds and clean washrooms and toilets. Special shout out to Nashu for her warm hospitality
    Allen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 549.66
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,624 reviews
    Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse is a great hostel for those looking to stay close to Windhoek's city centre. The room was spacious and comfortable for my friend and I. The common area, pool, and kitchen was clean and inviting. Staff were friendly and helpful. The airport shuttle arrived on time and brought us safety to the hotel.
    Tamara
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: SEK 549.66
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,624 reviews
    The hostel is in a good location which is a walking distance to the city center, it's inexpensive and ideal for low budget travelers, the staff are friendly and helpful. The free breakfast was delicious and the beds were comfortable. The chirping birds makes the place feels like an urban jungle. The kitchen is handy and it allows guests to connect while preparing their meals. I will always lodge at Chameleon Backpackers for as long as I will be in Windhoek. 😊❤️
    kabuba-thenamibnomad
    Solo traveller

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