Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse | Hostel in Windhoek

8.7 (2081 Reviews) |   21 Bedrooms  6 Bathrooms  19 Guests
Windhoek Hostel | Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse

21 Bedroom Hostel in Windhoek

Located in Windhoek, a 9-minute walk from Warehouse Theatre, Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. With a bar, the property also has barbecue facilities. The property provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. Certain rooms have a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. Guests at the hostel can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. The area is popular for cycling, and car rental is available at Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Alte Feste Museum, National Museum of Namibia ACRE and National Botanical Gardens Windhoek. Eros Airport is 1.9 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service..

Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse is located in Windhoek.

This 21 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Guest Services, Ocean View, Accessibility, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 2081 reviews with the average score of 8.7 . Coming to Windhoek and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 21 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this PetFriendly place in Windhoek. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse in Windhoek is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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5-7 Voigt St, North Windhoek Central, Windhoek, 9000, Namibia

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Snack bar
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Bar
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Parking
  • Parking on site
  • Parking
  • Free parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Private Parking
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Evening entertainment
  • Horseback riding
  • Game drives
  • Cycling
  • Walking tours
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Pool table
Entertainment
  • Board games/Puzzles
General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Family rooms
  • Safe
Guest Services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Car rental
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Lockers
  • Shuttle service
  • Tour desk
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Wifi
  • Internet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Key access
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Key card access
  • Security alarm
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Breakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Access to healthcare professionals
  • First aid kits available
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
Spa
  • Pool cover
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off
  • Public transit tickets

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.95
Location:
8.96
Staff:
9.1
Facilities:
8.47
Comfort:
8.6
Cleanliness:
8.67
Sharon
Aug 7, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Australia
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Really liked the Zebra room.
Negative: The bar and earring area for breakfast was outdoors and we had cold weather.
Summary: Clean, comfortable and convenient location.
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Family Room
Room Type: Family
Room Size: 35 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
1 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shampoo, Towels, Toilet, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Bathtub or shower

General

Smoke Alarm, Reading light, Trash cans, Heating, Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Safe, Key card access

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool, Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool cover, Heated pool

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Queen Room with Balcony
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 35 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shampoo, Towels, Toilet, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Shower, Conditioner, Private bathroom, Body soap, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Bathtub or shower

General

Smoke Alarm, Reading light, Trash cans, Heating, Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Safe, Key card access

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Living Area

Sofa

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Clothes rack, Sofa bed, Adapter, Non-feather pillow, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool, Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool cover, Heated pool

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard Triple Room
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 30 m2
3 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Toilet, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Bathtub or shower

General

Smoke Alarm, Reading light, Trash cans, Heating, Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Safe, Key card access

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool, Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool cover, Heated pool

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Walk-in shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower

General

Smoke Alarm, Reading light, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Lockers, Fire extinguisher, Fan, Key card access

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool, Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool cover, Heated pool

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed

Bathroom

Toilet, Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Bathtub or shower

General

Smoke Alarm, Reading light, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Lockers, Fire extinguisher, Fan, Key card access

Bedroom

Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool, Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool cover, Heated pool

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard Twin Room
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 30 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Toilet, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Towels/Sheets (extra fee)

General

Smoke Alarm, Reading light, Trash cans, Heating, Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Safe, Key card access

Bedroom

Childrens' cribs, Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool, Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool cover, Heated pool

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Standard Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Towels, Toilet, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Shower, Private bathroom, Body soap, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Bathtub or shower

General

Smoke Alarm, Reading light, Trash cans, Heating, Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Key access, Fire extinguisher, Safe, Key card access

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool, Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool cover, Heated pool

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Tent
Room Type: Tent
Room Size: 9 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
Tent

Bathroom

Toilet, Walk-in shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet paper, Shower

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Outdoors

Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Plunge Pool, Shallow end, Pool towels, Pool cover, Heated pool

General

Reading light, Trash cans, Key access, Lockers, Fire extinguisher, Key card access

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Deluxe Apartment - In Freedom Plaza Building
Room Type: Apartment
Room Size: 68 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shampoo, Towels, Toilet, Walk-in shower, Toilet paper, Shower, Conditioner, Bathtub, Private bathroom, Body soap, Towels/Sheets (extra fee), Bathtub or shower

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, TV

General

Smoke Alarm, Reading light, Trash cans, Heating, Private entrance, Air conditioning, Tile/Marble floor, Fire extinguisher, Key card access

Outdoors

Balcony, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor dining area

Kitchen

Microwave, Toaster, Electric kettle, Stovetop, Kitchen, Kitchenware, Refrigerator, Dining table, Washing machine, Wine glasses, Oven

Living Area

Sofa, Dining area, Desk, Sitting area

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Accessible by elevator, Entire unit wheelchair accessible, Upper floors accessible by elevator

Room Amenities

Non-feather pillow, Clothes rack, Adapter, Socket near the bed

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

FAQ's

Is this Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse?

Check-in time for Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse?

Best-rates for the Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse starts from $48 per night with includes Accessibility, Transportation/Shuttle, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, View, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Laundry, Air Conditioner, TV, Oceanfront, Breakfast, Kitchen, Parking, Pool, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Bar, Guest Services, Ocean View with all other facilities. PetFriendly is committed to making every traveler feel comfortable and have the best stay, whether they are traveling solo, with a date, with a pet, or as a family.

Is Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Chameleon Backpackers & Guesthouse are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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