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Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with an area shuttle

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk
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Lobby lounge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
At Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay, discover a beachside haven where the horizon meets your dreams. With a private beach, parasailing adventures, and soothing sun loungers, you'll feel carefree and refreshed. Indulge in local flavors at Aquarius Restaurant or simply connect with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
The current price is ฿3,810
฿4,458 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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On the beach

This hotel has a private beach. Take advantage of the beach loungers at the white sand beach. Some on-site activities to enjoy while you're visiting include sailing, parasailing, and windsurfing. Windsurfing is a noteworthy activity worth checking out nearby.

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Single Beds, Lagoon View | Premium bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Single Beds, Lagoon View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
HDTV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Walvis Bay, Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay is near the airport and on a private beach. Walvis Bay Museum and Swakopmund Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sandboarding and National Marine Aquarium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as windsurfing and other activities like golfing.
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Map
The Esplanade, Walvis Bay, PO BOX 713

What's nearby

  • Walvis Bay Port - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rhenish Mission Church - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Walvis Bay Museum - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Bird Island - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Salt Works - 3 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Walvis Bay (WVB) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mugg And Bean - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Anchors - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪ye shanghai club - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Slowtown Coffee Roasters - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay

Hotel near the airport
Take advantage of a free manager's reception, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe at Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, sunloungers and rowing. The on-site restaurant, Aquarius Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy on-site activities, such as parasailing, sailing and windsurfing. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a free local area shuttle and express check-out
  • Express check-in, meeting rooms and motorised watercraft on-site
Room features
All 50 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Down duvets and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • HDTVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, fridges and electric kettles

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle up to 10 km
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NAD 250 for adults and NAD 250 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Aquarius Restaurant
  • Neptunes Coffee Shop

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Parasailing
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Rafting
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2003
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 6 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately NAD 250 for adults and from NAD 250 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: NAD 250 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NAD 250 (one-way), (from 4 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Pelican Bay Protea Hotel
Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay Hotel
Protea Hotel Pelican Bay Walvis Bay
Protea Pelican Bay
Protea Pelican Bay Walvis Bay
Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay Walvis Bay
Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay Hotel Walvis Bay

Frequently asked questions

Is Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay?

As of 24 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay on 25 Aug 2025 start from ฿3,809.84, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NAD 250 per person applies.

Where is Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Walvis Bay hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Walvis Bay Port and Rhenish Mission Church. Walvis Bay Museum and Bird Island are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 67 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jesper

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

Great place with value for money

Great place with the water front close by. Very friendly staff. Good coffee and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

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

Best hotel

Found this hotel to be very nice and all the staff were lovely they really made me feel welcome. The views are amazing to enjoy your morning coffee. Thanks for the pleasant experience 😊
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property right along the waterfront where you can walk and view the flamingos and a stunning sunset.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A truely delightful location with access to all the best parts of Walvis. Protea magic
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Thandi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rude staff. Dirty. Broken doors. Rusty showers. Noisy. Terrible breakfast - nothing fresh.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is like home to me. The staff was lbetter than family. They were amazing . The food was amazing . The staff is so helpful and I want to live here. The best vacation ever. Namibia is amazing and so relaxing. I love everyone at this motel. If I could give it 10 stars ⭐️ I would . Laundry service so affordable and the best!!!! The tours are affordable and amazing. The rooms are wonderful and the cleanest ever !!!! Love my ladies at the front desk !!! Love y’all you made it great for me!!! Sarah the American 🇺🇸 from florida !!! I miss you all so much!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Oleg

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room door wasn't working one day. Internet is very poor. Everything else below the average. The people are good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Ruwendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruwendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

marina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Junwoo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ivanhoe Mines SA

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

MADURAIMUTHOO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penelope

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Philip

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

gary f

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

BRAYAM

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

GJH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Jason

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

It’s ok

Was a nice place for a night or too kinda dated decor but the views of the water are nice.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rupert

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

Protea Hotel by Marriott Walvis Bay Pelican Bay

Used as a base prior to waiting for vessel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Esme

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

Breeze

Stay was fine
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021