Name: Salty Jackal Backpackers Surf Camp
Address: 37 Anton Lubowski Ave, Swakopmund, NA

2/10

Poor

24 Jul 2025

Wei Jen

I have paid for the hostel but didn't realize that they don't have reception or anyone working after 8pm. I rang the door bell and called multiple times when I arrived but nobody answered. I couldn't check in and had to book another place last minute. I asked if I could get a credit for the night but they still charged me and wouldn't refund me for the booking and said it was my fault because I didn't notify them that I'll arrive after 8pm. I find the hostel is profit minded and doesn't have the best interest of guests in mind.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

01 Mar 2024

Bernard

Thanks

2/10

Poor

16 Dec 2023

Rafael

AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COST

After travelling the world in more than 75 countries, most of the times staying in hostels, this was the worst experience I’ve ever had by a wider margin. The place has lack of hygiene and smells so bad, they leave the dogs open but don’t clean properly so end up with a terrible smell all over the place. Could even find cockroach and rats. They’ve stolen my money as they refused to check in me because I didn’t have local currency to pay the keys, although nothing stated in T&C. Manager is so unprofessional, I’m going after my rights against this nasty place. I would highly recommend to avoid at all cost - not only because your stay will be unpleasant but also because it’s expensive. Just stay at Prost hotel 200m away - literally almost the same price for a tidy and nice room and a superb breakfast.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2023

John

Comfortable hostel with good communal areas. Location is walkable to restaurants, the beach, and bars. Hosts and employees are friendly and organized.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2022

Michael

We enjoyed our stay here. Friendly people, good conversations, nice food. This is the place to stay if you’re looking for a chill place in Swakopmund!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jan 2022

Anthony

So glad I stayed here!

My first experience at a hostel, but I needed to get outside my comfort zone and try something new. So glad I did. Wonderful place to stay, with a real community vibe! Staff were so friendly and helpful. Facilities were clean and well maintained. Location is perfect for walking the local area.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jan 2021

Marek

Great stay at this hostel !

Everything was fine as advertised.

Self

8/10

Excellent

11 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

A good location in Swakopmund

The staff was very friendly and the dorm beds were comfy. It seems like a fun place for surfers.
Maybe they could have a portable toilet in the parking area because two toilets is not enough for all of the guests. The flies were annoying.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2019

Michael

Clean, cozy, central hostel

Friendly staff. small cozy hostel with 1 and 2 bed rooms, and a 4 bed dorm. Safe quiet neighborhood in central location. Good wifi. I switched to this hostel because of its cleanliness.

6/10

Pleasant

20 Jan 2026

William

A hospedagem é limpa e organizada, mas o café da manhã é muito fraco, pois não tem muitas opções para comer. Somente uma fruta, algumas geleias, pão e ovo. Acredito que podem melhorar acrescentando suco, iogurte e banana e não somente maçã.

Ademais, gostaria de mostrar minha indignação e insatisfação com o voluntariado do hostel. Em alguns momentos se mostraram preguiçosos com as solicitações de passeio, tendo que relembrar a todo momento, além da falta de simpatia e receptividade. Quero mostrar minha indignação com a festa de pizza que fizeram, em que até a gerente italiana participou. Organizaram a compra de pizzas, mas me excluíram, visto que eu não falo alemão e quase todos falavam alemão. Esse comportamento excludente não deveria acontecer num ambiente de mochileiros. No mais, é isso. Não me hospedaria de novo.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2024

BYEONGSU

화목한 분위기, 효율적인 시설배치.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

05 Feb 2020

Daniel

Awesome

Great stay with great people. Fantastic back paper vibe. There is a honesty bar with drinks and stuff to buy. All in all a great stay

Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Tipical backpacker's hostel, loved by surfers.

Tipical backpacker's hostel, with a special blink to surfers.
Casual service (some times too casual). Regular confort levels for this kind of hostel. Expect the occasional party noise, or noisy neighbour. Access to kitchen and to some home organic products. Great location.

Partner