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( 402035; www.hotelpensionrapmund.com ; 6-8 Bismarck St; s/d N$585/770, luxury r
N$1240) Overlooking the park promenade, this long-standing hotel pension has light and
airy rooms that are adorned with rich woods and plenty of African and German-inspired
flourishing to create an attractive accommodation spot. The location is on the money and
some rooms have terrific views.
Sophiadale Base Camp $$
( 403264; www.sophiadale.org ; campsite per person N$90, 2-person rondavel N$500;
d incl breakfast N$660) Campsites here have large, shady trees and there are even sun-
roofs around the camping ground. Fireplaces and electrical powerpoints are big ticks, and
the amenities block is scrubbed clean on a regular basis. Or if you feel like a roof over
your head, upgrade to a large, solid rondavel which is basic, good value and comes with a
braai area. The camp is 12km east of town, take the turn-off from the road to Windhoek.
CAMPGROUND, CHALETS
Tiger Reef Campsite $
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( 081 380 6014; campsite N$200, plus per person N$75) This campsite sits right on
the sand at the beach front, sheltered from the wind by lovely tamarisk trees. It's conveni-
ent to the city centre.
CAMPGROUND
Prinzessin Rupprecht Residenz $$
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( 412540; www.prinzrupp.com.na ; 15 Anton Lubowski Ave; s/d from N$440/750) With
24 rooms, you have a good chance of snagging accommodation here if you haven't
booked ahead. Housed in the former colonial military hospital, the hotel appeals to history
buffs looking to catch a glimpse of the Swakopmund of old. The interior has been largely
retained, and you can still stroll along the hospital corridors and try to picture the build-
ing's former life.
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Sam's Giardino Hotel $$$
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( 403210; www.giardinonamibia.com ; 89 Anton Lubowski Ave; s/d from N$650/1200;
) Sam's Giardino Hotel is a touch of luxury in the backstreets emphasising superb
wines, fine cigars and relaxing in the rose garden with a Saint Bernard dog named Orne-
lia. There's a lovely front garden and a lot of common areas including a grotto with stacks
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