Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse
5-7 Voigt St, North Windhoek Central
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Close to the city and easy to walk to many parts”
“Central and got tours”
“During my stay, I met many open-minded, friendly, and kind people, which was one…”
“This is a fantastic hostel which knows exactly what its lodgers need, while the …”
“The bunk beds were stable”
“Room, location, breakfast all great but BONUS was being able to get supper (exce…”
“It was clean and had extra blankets”
“Very clean”
“There's a bar, a pool, and a pool table”
“Nice bar, pool etc”
“The breakfast buffet was delicious”
Overview
Situated in Windhoek, 800 metres from Warehouse Theatre, Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse features accommodation with free bikes, free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a garden. With a shared lounge, the property also has a bar, as well as barbecue facilities. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. Certain rooms have a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. The rooms have bed linen. Guests at the hostel can enjoy a continental breakfast. The area is popular for cycling, and car hire is available at Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Curt von Francois Statue, Alte Feste Museum and Reiterdenkmal Windhoek. The nearest airport is Eros, 3 km from Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Balance
solo_traveller
June 23, 2026
“The staff came across as rude, impolite, and generally unhospitable. They were neither friendly nor helpful, and my inte”
Close to the city and easy to walk to many parts. also provides a great environment for meeting and connecting with travellers from around the world. During my stay, I met many open-minded, friendly, and kind people, which was one of the highlights of the experience.
Jia
solo_traveller
June 19, 2026
“Good”
Central and got tours
Kangombe
solo_traveller
June 16, 2026
The environment
Nelao
solo_traveller
June 10, 2026
“Warm, coasy, welcoming and heartwarming stay.”
The friendliness and assistance .
LegoTrip
solo_traveller
June 5, 2026
This is a fantastic hostel which knows exactly what its lodgers need, while the whole accommodation is run like a well-oiled ship. The location was good. The staff were lovely. The bunk beds were stable. The breakfast buffet was delicious. I never had trouble finding a vacant bathroom. There's a bar, a pool, and a pool table. There are also loads of extras offered, such as tours, cooked meals, and an airport taxi. The chameleon theme brought me great joy and added to the overall vibe. I felt very taken care of.
Mikael Munk
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
Great location
Angus Houston
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
“I really enjoyed my stay and i will definitely be back!!”
Room, location, breakfast all great but BONUS was being able to get supper (excellent braai!) without knowing i had to book and be able to enjoy the great atmosphere. Normally i have to drive miles to a restaurant to eat in evening so this was a treat
Dawn
couple
May 20, 2026
“Great place to stay”
Best bed ever! Lovely staff. Nice bar, pool etc
Vanda
solo_traveller
May 10, 2026
“Very pleasant experience,. The location and the friendliness of the staff were much appreciated.”
The apartment is reaaly good! The bedroom is large and the kitchen / living room are very good size. The entire apartment is very bright and suitable for work or leisure.
Nadja
solo_traveller
May 9, 2026
Very nice place to chill after a long flight. Also amazing to do the free walking tour at 9 in Town to see the diffrent things in windhoek 😊
Jacky
couple
May 8, 2026
“A really lovely place to stay.”
It was fairly easy to find and parking is secure. The staff were all really friendly, nothing was too much trouble. We had a lovely big room close to the bar, pool and lounge area. It was clean and had extra blankets.. it gets cold in Windhoek in winter. I can highly recommend the pizzas from the bar. I liked that they are ecologically conscious.
Illa
couple
May 7, 2026
Very clean. Crisp white bed linen and towels. Staff excellent.
Gian Marco
couple
April 26, 2026
“It’s in a great location”
Everything is on spot
Birute
couple
April 14, 2026
“We would gladly come back. Nothing to complain about – everything was great.”
We really enjoyed our stay – the atmosphere was cozy and pleasant, making it a great place to relax. The staff were extremely caring and always ready to help with any questions. We also received many useful ideas on how to spend our time, which made the experience even richer and more memorable.
Kavya
solo_traveller
April 13, 2026
Good spacious rooms. We had a family room with bunk beds and it was good amount of space. The place also has common kitchen and fridge and living room space to sit and eat and play games. Convenient location for central attractions and restaurants
Pijush
family_with_children
April 7, 2026
Professional staff, clean facilities, close to everything
Barbara
couple
March 28, 2026
“Would come back next time”
Nice and small, very good staff, great atmosphere
Tushar
extended_group
March 26, 2026
Very convenient location as well equipped for transitioning. Staff is also very friendly and helpful
Duckett
solo_traveller
March 24, 2026
“I would recommend Chameleon to anyone in Windhoek”
Great location and very helpful staff
Duckett
solo_traveller
March 19, 2026
“I would stay there again.”
Good location!
Facilities
Activities
Billiards, Hiking, Cycling, Horse riding, Evening entertainment, Game drives, Walking tours, Tour or class about local culture
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, 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, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Breakfast options, Snack bar, Bar
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, Breakfast takeaway containers, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
WiFi, Internet services, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor pool, BBQ facilities, Garden, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Accessible parking, Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Pool and wellness
Swimming Pool, Pool/beach towels, Shallow end, Pool cover, Swimming pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shuttle service, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Car hire, Tour desk
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off, Public transport tickets
Deluxe Apartment - In Freedom Plaza Building
This spacious apartment is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The apartment offers air conditioning and a wardrobe. The unit offers 1 bed.
One-Bedroom Apartment - Non-Smoking
Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned apartment consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The kitchenette is equipped with a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. Boasting a balcony, this apartment also provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area and a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The unit offers 6 beds.
Standard Family Room
The family room features air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The family room offers a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as an outdoor dining area and outdoor furniture. The unit has 2 beds.
Queen Room with Balcony
The spacious double room provides air conditioning and a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The double room features a seating area, a wardrobe, as well as a balcony and an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Double Room
The spacious double room offers air conditioning and a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The double room provides a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as an outdoor dining area and outdoor furniture. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Triple Room
The triple room provides air conditioning and a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The triple room features a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as an outdoor dining area and outdoor furniture. The unit offers 3 beds.
Standard Twin Room
The twin room provides air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The twin room offers a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as an outdoor dining area and outdoor furniture. The unit offers 2 beds.
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