Travel Reference
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workers. It has promised that the eventual decommissioning of the site will entail a
massive clean-up, but you may want to temper your enthusiasm about its environmental
commitments until something is actually forthcoming.
Three-hour
mine tours
leave at 10am on the first and third Friday of each month; book
at least one day in advance at the Swakopmund Museum (tours depart from here). You
can also arrange a visit through most tour companies.
Sleeping
Swakopmund has a number of budget hotels and hostels that are of a high standard, as
well as family-run guesthouses and B&Bs. There are also a handful of attractive midrange
and top-end hotels that are definitely worth the splurge.
Given Swakopmund's chilly climate, air-conditioning is absent at most hotels, though
you won't miss it once the sea air starts blowing through your room. On the contrary, a
heater is something of a requirement in the winter months when the mercury drops along
the coast.
During the school holidays in December and January, accommodation books up well in
advance - make reservations as early as possible.
GUESTHOUSE
Sea Breeze Guesthouse $$
( 463348;
www.seabreeze.com.na
; Turmalin St; s/d incl breakfast N$700/
1000; )
This upmarket guesthouse is right on the beach about 4.5km north of town,
and is an excellent option if you're looking for a secluded retreat. Ask to see a few of the
rooms as several of them have spectacular sea views; and there's a great family room for
N$1050. There's plenty of advice available on what to see and do around town. Follow
the Strand north and keep an eye out for signs.
Hotel-Pension d'Avignon $$
( 405821;
www.natron.net/tour/davignon/main.html
;
25 Libertine Amathila St; s/d incl
breakfast N$320/520; )
A great option close to town that won't break the budget,
d'Avignon is a smart, well-run guesthouse that has been recommended by travellers.
Triple rooms are also available and there's a TV lounge to collapse into in the evenings.
GUESTHOUSE
Hotel Pension Rapmund $$
GUESTHOUSE
