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Hotel A La Mer

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with free breakfast and bar/lounge

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Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking | View from room
Superior Double or Twin Room, Ocean View, Sea Facing | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi
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Experience the oceanfront charm at Hotel A La Mer, where a warm welcome awaits with a free breakfast buffet and in-room WiFi. Enjoy dry cleaning/laundry services, unwind at the bar, or store your luggage securely while you're out exploring.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Ocean View, Sea Facing | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room, Ocean View, Sea Facing

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 25 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Deluxe Twin Room, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Renovated in 2017
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Lanai
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Non Smoking

Family Room, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Family Room, Non Smoking

Highlights

Furnished balcony
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
4 Libertina Amathila Ave, Swakopmund

What's nearby

  • Swakopmund Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Marine Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kristall Galerie - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • German Evangelical Lutheran Church - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Dome - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Walvis Bay (WVB) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Desert Creek Spur Steak Ranch - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Tug - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Village Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Galito's Flame Grilled Chicken - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Napolitana Grill & Pizzeria - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Hotel A La Mer

Hotel by the ocean
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar at Hotel A La Mer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a porter/bellboy and a TV in reception
  • A front desk safe, smoke-free property and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel A La Mer feature comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

Afrikaans, English, German

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6 AM to 9:30 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1906
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 5 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 500 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 500.00 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

HOTEL MER Swakopmund
HOTEL MER
MER Swakopmund
HOTEL A LA MER Hotel
HOTEL A LA MER Swakopmund
HOTEL A LA MER Hotel Swakopmund

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel A La Mer pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel A La Mer?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel A La Mer?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel A La Mer?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Hotel A La Mer provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6 AM-9:30 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 500 per person applies.

Where is Hotel A La Mer located?

Located in the heart of Swakopmund, this hotel is steps away from Swakopmund Jetty, Woermannhaus and Alte Kaserne. Hohenzollernhaus and Hohenzollern Building are also within 5 minutes.

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Hotel A La Mer Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it here
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Safe and convenient!

Very safe and convenient hotel, the staffs are friendly. The room is spacious and clean, the laundry service is good and very affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay

Great location. Great price. The breakfast could use some more meat options. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nyaradzai

The place was clean, the staff was very friendly and they responded quickly to our requests/issues. Clean linen, spacious rooms, working elevator, quiet environment. Same breakfast options throughout our stay - definitely boring.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

Paddy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is old and not updated. No amenities in the room. Generally a disappointed but we basically just slept there and did our activities. Would not recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Jeanette

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The check-in was nice and the room looked good. The issue was there was no fan or air con and it was very hot in the room, so we had to leave the windows/doors to the balcony open. This resulted in us recieveing mosquito bites all over our faces and arms. Very unpleasant. The rooms at least need fans so you can keep the bugs out. The shower drain was also blocked so you had to turn it off every minute or so to allow it to drain and not overflow. The breakfast was good. Overall the hotel is nice just needs some final thoughts like fans in the place of having windows open or window screens as there are many mosquitos in the area that will come in if the windows are open. Had more bug bites here in one night than our entire camping tour throughout southern Africa!

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and close to town
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Zentral, aber wenig Flair

Alles sauber und die Lage ist zentral / direkt am Jetty und Meer, aber: die Bilder täuschen einen viel höheren Standard vor. Tatsächlich erhielt ich ein dunkles und sehr hellhöriges Zimmer im Hinterhof mit Parkplatz vor dem Fenster. Die Einrichtung war rudimentär, es gab z.B. nicht mal einen Fön. Das Internet war sehr schwach, weder im Zimmer noch im Frühstücksraum nutzbar. Frühstück war ok (leckere Brötchen, frisches Obst, Eier auf Bestellung), aber der Frühstücksraum hat eher Jugendherbergsstil und auch keinen schönen Blick nach draußen. Empfang und Service wirkten recht distanziert und eher auf größere Gruppen eingestellt.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Johann

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

maria

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location directly opposite the pier. Extensive breakfast buffet. Kind, professional, friendly staff, (except for one guy whose job included wiping down outside railings and furniture, etc, who repeatedly stared inappropriately every time we were coming and going, and did not ever say hello or smile). The primary negative was having no heat in the room, as the evenings were quite chilly. We had to keep our coats on until we went to bed, which made those hours uncomfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr tolle Unterkunft mit Meerblick! Alles per Fuß erreichbar Wir kommen wieder
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

agnaldo elon

Disliked: Room comfort
Hotel razoável. Limpeza fraca. Mas bem localizado
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooftop terrace is a fantastic place to watch thr sunset. Just metres from the ocean and an easy walk to resturants and shops
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karmela Gabrielle Banaag

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Werner

Unterkunft mit super Lage
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well located but some rooms need refreshing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023