The Secret Garden Guesthouse
36 Bismarck Street
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Why people book this hotel
“Near the beach as well as shops”
“good location but that’s about it…”
“Very helpful staff”
“Inge and Naomi and the rest of the staff were very welcoming and helpful”
“Nice hotel in quiet setting in the middle of town”
“Nice green gardens and well cleaned rooms”
“The breakfast had choice for everyone and was very well presented”
“Well located, really well appointed room with thoughtful details, lovely quiet g…”
“The accommodation was clean, bright, and very spacious”
“The place is generally clean and well maintained”
“The rooms are a reasonable size, if a little dark without the main light on, and…”
Overview
Located in the centre of Old Swakopmund, The Secret Garden Guesthouse offers simply decorated rooms overlooking the garden. It features a sun terrace. The Secret Garden has spacious rooms decorated with wooden furniture and tiled floors. Each room has a seating area, an electric kettle, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Swakopmund Museum is only 1 km away from the guest house. There are also many bars and restaurants within walking distance from the property. Walvis Bay Airport is 35 km, and free private parking is available on site The Secret Garden Guesthouse. A car rental service is also provided.
Traveller reviews
Myriam
extended_group
June 9, 2026
“Great little hotel . Really good value.”
Nice hotel in quiet setting in the middle of town. Near the beach as well as shops. Very helpful staff.
Hennie
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
“Highly recommended!”
It was one of the nicest places we ever stayed at! Inge and Naomi and the rest of the staff were very welcoming and helpful. The accommodation was clean, bright, and very spacious. We loved the decor.The outside space was pleasant, and the secret garden was a delight. The breakfast had choice for everyone and was very well presented. Highly recommended!
Kasongo
solo_traveller
April 10, 2026
“Good place, bad staff”
The place is generally clean and well maintained. Nice green gardens and well cleaned rooms.
Antonia
solo_traveller
March 21, 2026
good location but that’s about it….
Lucy
solo_traveller
March 12, 2026
This is a true gem of a property. Well located, really well appointed room with thoughtful details, lovely quiet garden, yummy breakfast. Staff were very helpful. I will definitely return!
Anthony
couple
February 4, 2026
Great setup and quiet. Great location. Staff excellent and breakfast brilliant
Maarten
couple
January 25, 2026
Very central location to the main town as well as the pier. You can walk everywhere in Swakopmund central district.
Christine
extended_group
January 17, 2026
Perfect stay , clean , quiet and in a good location
Peter
solo_traveller
December 16, 2025
“Charming, friendly guesthouse in the centre of town”
The guesthouse could not be more central. It is a guesthouse, rather than a hotel, so doesn't advertise in-room TV or air-conditioning. However, with excellent free Wifi, you probably won't need any TV and the local climate doesn't make air-con a must have. The rooms are a reasonable size, if a little dark without the main light on, and have more than enough storage and additional seating space. Not the height of luxury, but good, comfortable and enjoyable. In room supplies of tea and coffee are also provided. The bathroom was a very good size, with a first rate shower. all things considered, very good value for money. Extra facilities include a (chargeable) laundry, run by the staff, a communal satellite TV lounge, with books in English and German available and an honesty bar. Breakfast was outstanding with a wide range of breads, cold items and preserves on offer and even Marmite for the Anglophiles! Be aware though that - consistent with being a guesthouse, not a hotel - breakfast finishes at 9am: pretty early for holidaymaking. Hot dishes are available, though those are limited to eggs, cooked to choice, plus a rasher of bacon. Tea and coffeee was made freshly for each table and were first rate.
Maaike
family_with_children
December 8, 2025
Beautiful and peaceful guesthouse right in the heart of Swakopmund
Albert
extended_group
December 8, 2025
“It was a comfortable stay in a very convenient location.”
The location was excellent. The suite was very comfortable. The cleaning service was excellent too. Subject to my comment below, the staff were extremely friendly, helpful and efficient.
Vanda
solo_traveller
December 3, 2025
“A perfect retreat”
I had a wonderful stay — truly a perfect retreat. The breakfast was excellent, with plenty of delicious options to start the day. The location was very convenient, making it easy to explore the area. But above all, what made the experience exceptional was the owner and the staff: incredibly kind, attentive, and always ready to help with anything I needed. Highly recommended!
Robert
extended_group
November 25, 2025
Well situated and very tidy, staff were lovely
Michaela
solo_traveller
October 25, 2025
Inga is a perfekt host of an absolutly beautiful guesthouse, which is perfetly decorated. The garden is a lovely place to sit and stay. The apartment is very clean and very comfortable beding. You feel absolutly safe and the staff is always very helpful and friendly. Thank you Inga for charing you guesthouse with me. Whenever I am back in this area I will defnetly stay in The Secred Garden Guesthouse.
Melanie
couple
October 23, 2025
Excellent location for being able to access both the town and the seafront. Large airy room with very comfortable bed and bathroom. Good breakfast and friendly staff. Would highly recommend.
Nathan
solo_traveller
October 17, 2025
“If all accommodations were this lovely the world would be a better place.”
Felt like a home away from home
Paul
couple
October 17, 2025
“Comfortable and convenient”
The location was excellent in Swakopmund and we were able to walk everywhere. Our unit was very spacious, the staff were friendly and the bed very comfortable.
Declan
couple
October 6, 2025
Great location, very friendly and helpful staff.
Vesa
solo_traveller
September 21, 2025
Very nice location with a wonderful staff, nice breakfast
Yvette
family_with_children
August 10, 2025
Great location, around the corner from shops, restaurants and the pier. Good breakfast. The guesthouse has a beautiful garden. Rooms are large.
Facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible, Toilet with grab rails
Activities
Temporary art galleries, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Kid-friendly buffet, Breakfast options, Wine/champagne, Special diet menus (on request)
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Indoor fireplace, Bicycle parking, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Pets allowed, Facilities for disabled guests, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Services
Shuttle service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Vending machine (drinks), Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Packed lunches, Car hire, Tour desk, Ironing service, Business centre, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Dry cleaning
Queen Room with Garden View
This twin room has a electric kettle, tile/marble floor and barbecue.
Standard Double Room
This double room has a tile/marble floor, dining area and seating area.
Standard Queen Room - 1
Overlooking the garden, this room is simply decorated with wooden furniture and tiled floors. The Standard Twin Room features a seating area, a patio, as well as barbecue facilities.
Comfort Twin Room
Offering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This twin room has a private entrance, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, garden views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 2 beds.
Comfort Twin Room - 1
Overlooking the garden, this spacious room is simply decorated with wooden furniture and tiled floors. The Comfort Twin Room features 2 single beds, a seating area, a patio, as well as barbecue facilities.
Standard Twin Room - 2
This twin room features a electric kettle, barbecue and dining area. Please note that the price is based on either single or double occupancy. Maximum occupancy is 3 adults and 1 child (see Hotel Policies). The extra person rates vary according to the season and may be lower than indicated in the policies.
Standard Twin Room with Garden View
This twin room has a desk, a patio, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit has 2 beds.
Suite with Garden View
Overlooking the garden, this spacious suite is decorated with wooden furniture and carpeted floors. The Suite features a separate seating area, a kitchenette, and a dining area. Barbecue facilities are also available.
Suite with Terrace
Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite's kitchenette, which has a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this suite also features a tea and coffee maker and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 4 beds.
Hotel Policies
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