31 Tobias Hainyeko, 13001 Swakopmund, Namibia
#14 of 177 Holiday rentals in Swakopmund
Guests' ChoiceBased on 108 apartment reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.7
Facilities
8.9
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.3
Free WiFi
8.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 6 July 2025
Andrea
SpainRed
Súper nice place 2 min walking from the centre.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 June 2025
Sophie-luise
GermanySuper nice hosts and really cute place!
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: 16 May 2025
Lisa
United KingdomSuch a gem of a find. We loved it here. Everything is so well thought through. Great location for being able to walk to restaurants and the sites. The hosts are lovely and seem like friends from the minute you get there. fridge with some kitchen utensils so we were able to eat out of the room for breakfast as well which is always great. Highly recommend.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 6 May 2025
Vermeulen
NamibiaBeautiful center of town accommodation. Hosts very friendly and made me feel at home immediately. The name suits the decor and well displayed.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 30 April 2025
Aleksander
PolandVery friendly owners and a beautiful garden. Perfect localisation, only about 5 minutes on foot to the pier.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 23 April 2025
Jessica
ItalyNothing
The staff was incredible and the apartment was in a perfect position. They organised for us the tours and our tour guide was fantastic
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 22 April 2025
Danae
NorwayAdorable cats, comfiest bed, central location
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 11 April 2025
Jan-niclas
GermanyVery pleasant stay at Rian who is a great host. Rustic Inn is centrally located in Swakopmund, with short ways to the next supermarket, restaurants, and the sea. The facilities are extremely clean throughout. Beyond, the smell in the room was very good making us feel at home very quickly
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 2 April 2025
Elizaveta
RussiaThis is the best accommodation for this price in the very center of the city. Everything was nearby: the ocean in 3 minutes, banks, a large supermarket in about 12 minutes. Two toilets are outside , but it’s not a problem because they are next to the apartments. Thanks to Mariaan and Rian and their three adorable cats for our vacation in Swakopmund and for an excursion to Cape Cross for a small fee
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 18 March 2025
Henry
NamibiaThis is a excellent place will go back any time. Hosts is friendly and very helpful.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 4 March 2025
Iringo
NamibiaIt is self made into this gorgeous garden like style. Literal cute old pots for a fountain! And fresh flowers that kind of look like carnations (just because I love carnations, this spoke to me).
The aesthetic! It is lovely, it’s like you’re living on a page from a magazine.
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 27 February 2025
Alex
EstoniaLoved the time here Rian is wonderful host. Has great recommendations. Does like to talk a lot as is Namibian but all in good faith. Would stay again and recommend!
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 7 February 2025
Kabo
BotswanaIt could be much more exceptional if the toilet was inside the room
The location was central and convenient to what we went to the holiday for👌
Stayed in February 2025
Reviewed: 5 February 2025
Marius
South AfricaWe had to leave😭😭😭😭
Clean room and bathroom. Mariaan and Riaan were super!!!! Food was excellent. Riaan willing/helpful to organize advwntures. Vibe at Rustic inn is out of this world. Very friendly
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 6 January 2025
Mhuru
BotswanaThe parking is a bit too small
The location is fantastic, so close to all the places you may want to visit. The hosts are amazing
Stayed in January 2025
Reviewed: 27 December 2024
Alonso
NetherlandsVery nice apartment with everything in it, also the location is very good with tons of restaurants and the beach nearby.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 24 December 2024
Hempel
DenmarkThey are building a system for payment via Mastercard or bank transfer instead of cash payment which will improve and facilitate the payment process.
Mariann and Riaan are extremely nice and helpful - straight from the first contact after booking - Rustic Inn is indeed Rustic and very charming garden area with fascinating decorations and atmosphere - and we got good advice about sightseeing and places to eat - and got spoiled by Mariann who creates a home away from home
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 8 December 2024
Hunter
United StatesNothing!
This was by far one of our favorite stays while traveling in Africa. The hosts communicated nicely before we arrived, sharing the location and asking us what we were interested in doing while in town. They also gave amazing recommendations for close by food and drinks. The room and outdoor space was nice and spacious, thoughtfully decorated, and felt easy to relax in. The shower was perfect after a day of activities with good pressure and heat. It was a much needed feeling of home after traveling for so long. We came as strangers and left feeling like family! Another part was their recommendation to do a tour of Sandwich Harbor with the tour guide, Gideon. Hands down an amazing experience with fresh oysters, champagne, and good eats while in the middle of the Namib desert. After we expressed a desire to sandboard, he ensured we had an amazing spot and prepared boards for multiple awesome rides. Then we enjoyed a spectacular Braai with everyone and it is something I will remember forever.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 20 November 2024
Bilal
AustraliaExceeded my expectations in every way. The hosts, Mariana and Rian are incredibly hospitable and really make you feel at home. They were even nice enough to bring me along on a sandwich harbour trip they had planned with a friend, which was the perfect way for me to explore the dunes and surrounding areas. Rustic Inn has a unique, antique charm that you won’t find elsewhere. The courtyard is spectacular as well as the location. Highly recommend booking if you’re planning a visit to Swakop.
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 6 November 2024
Orit
Israelthe room was nice and clean, the owners were really nice and helped us with tours booking, good location and price.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 4 November 2024
Elvin
NamibiaEverything about the facility
Perfect
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 2 November 2024
Florence
NamibiaNo complaints here! :)
Everything- the hosts, the location, the cleanliness and the atmosphere - everything was truly wonderful!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 22 October 2024
Wiktor
PolandOur stay was absolutely unforgettable. The owners were incredibly kind and hospitable, and we enjoyed our long conversations with them. The room was beautiful and the entire property was decorated with great taste. Everything was handmade, which gave the place a unique character. We can't wait to return and see them again
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 22 October 2024
Chris
United KingdomGreat value and location. Host contacted me via WhatsApp immediately after booking, and waved us in as we approached the property. Helpful and friendly, even donated a needle to help me with some much-needed repairs...
Stayed in October 2024
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