Aparthotel

Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering

3.5 star property

Room options

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Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Standard Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 2 Single Beds

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3 Bedroom Deluxe Dune View

3 Bedroom Deluxe Dune View

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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Studio Apartment

Studio Apartment

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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2 Bedroom Dune View Family | Living area

2 Bedroom Dune View Family

  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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2 Bedroom Deluxe Dune View | Living area

2 Bedroom Deluxe Dune View

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 Bedroom Deluxe Dune View

1 Bedroom Deluxe Dune View

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Swakopmund

At Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering you'll be within a short 5-minute stroll of German Evangelical Lutheran Church and Hohenzollern Building. Highlights at this aparthotel include a restaurant, and in-room kitchens and free WiFi. .Each apartment is soundproofed and features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with a coffee/tea maker, a safe and a hairdryer. A kitchen comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop, and room service is also available. Nice touches to enhance your stay include free toiletries and premium bedding. .This aparthotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a terrace. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Swakopmund aparthotel include OMEG Haus and Hohenzollernhaus.
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What's nearby

  • Hohenzollern Building - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • German Evangelical Lutheran Church - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Swakopmund Jetty - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Swakopmund Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Swakopmund Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Walvis Bay (WVB) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tug - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Desert Creek Spur Steak Ranch - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Village Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brewer & Butcher Swakopmund - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jetty 1905 - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. WiFi is free in public spaces. A round-trip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities are also featured at Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Swakopmund aparthotel.

  • 1 building
  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 2013
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodation at this 3.5-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NAD 180 for adults and NAD 90 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Limited room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • 22 units
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Built in 2013
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NAD 180 for adults and from NAD 90 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card 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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Swakopmund Lifestyle
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering?

Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering?

As of 25 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering on 7 May 2026 start from AU$142, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering?

Yep, Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering?

Yep, Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering is a short 15-minute walk from Swakopmund Beach. Fun beach activities include fishing.

Does Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering?

No, pets are not allowed.

Desert Sands Boutique B&B - Self-Catering Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Narjara

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
What a wonderful stay. Super staff, really nice facilities. We booked last minute and after so long on the road camping, to have such a comfortable welcoming place to stay was a godsend. Room is very clean, very well equipped and the staff is ready to help with absolutely anything. I can't thank them enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rumina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for three nights and loved it. It’s great location, walkable to everything Swakopmund has to offer. Staff was fantastic and so helpful is booking activities for us as well giving recommendations. The soundproofing in the rooms is not good, we could hear other guest etc. besides that, it was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Massador

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Fairly pleasant stay

Staff super friendly and helpful. Place conveniently situated and safe. Well equipped. Aircon did not work though. Couldn’t get it fixed in our 2 days of stay, which was a bit of an inconvenience. Housekeeping not quite up to standard. Alternative solutions could’ve been offered as a nice hospitality gesture.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

shaun

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very modern and accessible. Also so spacious and beautiful decorated!!! Loved staying there!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Egbert

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Nice stay at Desert Sands

I booked the one bedroom apartment, as I thought the studio might be small. Unlikely, as my apartment was massive and I slept on the mezzanine level. The weather wasn't great when I was there, and the mezzanine was much warmer than downstairs regardless of whether the heating was on or not. Apartment was lovely, and clean, with a very well-equipped kitchen. Ladies on reception were delightful and always willing to help. Only negatives I have is that there is no lift (and fairly narrow staircases) and no staff around once reception closes. I was slightly concerned that if I had a problem with my key that I wouldn't be able to access the complex after 8.30/9pm.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Pleasant stay

This was not our first stay at Desert Sands, l am pleased to say that the standard was still the same high quality. Very pleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larno, Doha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Better than excellent!

Better than excellent. Amazing. Exceptional. Great location. Easy to walk everywhere. Service outstanding and lovely apartment. Can’t imagine there’s a better place to stay in Swakopmund.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place for a family and self caterers....

Good hotel with kitchen,bedroom and living room area...nice breakfast....no pool or outside seating areas...no elevator....outside hallways...nice staff

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Swakop Stopover

Nice room. Fairly good location. It's not in the heart of Swakop but the town is small. It took me around 8 minutes (average pace) to walk to the Tug Restaurant (very good and a must-visit). Very friendly and helpful staff. Ample safe parking. Breakfast was excellent. Modern facilities in the room. Wifi very good. It's very handy for getting onto the main road to Walvis bay. The only minor issue was that the walls are a bit thin so I could hear voices next door. Not a big deal but worth a mention. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good location. The staff and owner are very friendly. Would like to stay there again in future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Clémence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Super
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Harri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

sarah

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Odeurs nauséabondes dans les chambres Ménage mal fait Équipements cassés ou non fonctionnels/vétustes Rue ultra bruyante Point positif: le stationnement
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to city center and restaurants. Beach is in walking distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Déjà répondu mais endroit parfait et personnel extra.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hébergement parfait pour famille, très bien situé près de tout. Personnel sympathique et serviable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Étape conseillée

TRES satisfait. Excellent accueil, prestations de qualité (dont parking sécurisé et service lingerie rapide), petit-déjeuner buffet copieux et varié... Étape conseillé...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Удобные Аппартаменты, всё новое и чистое. Хорошая планировка с балконом, где расположена спальня. Два санузла. Есть парковка на территории. Не понравилось Обслуживание: персонал не приветливый.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Schickes Appartement

Leckeres Frühstück und sehr freundliches Personal . Praktische Lage zum Stadtzentrum
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017