Swakopmund

The Stiltz

Q: How much does it cost to stay at The Stiltz?

Stays at The Stiltz start from around US$80 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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The Stiltz

About The Stiltz

Unique timber bungalows on stilts with fabulous river and shoreline views.

The Stiltz is an unusual bed and breakfast establishment on the outskirts of the small coastal town of Swakopmund, on Namibia’s Skeleton Coast. Accommodation consists of individual timber and thatch bungalows on stilts suspended over natural reed beds with varying views of the beach, river mouth and sand dunes. Each bungalow is linked to the main area via elevated wooden walkways. It’s within easy walking distance to the town, with fine restaurants, lively bars, shopping and attractions nearby, with a remote out-of-town feel. A convenient and comfortable base from which to explore Swakopmund and the surrounding desert region.

Swakopmund , Namibia

From $80 per person/per night

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The property

Upon arrival, guests will find the reception area on the ground floor level, where helpful staff can arrange excursions and provide inside information about the many local attractions. From here, raised wooden walkways lead up to the main bungalow perched on stilts above the coastal dunes and natural reed beds. A small lounge area and a cheery breakfast room face out across the surrounding landscape and out to sea. WiFi is available throughout the lodge, including all guest bungalows.

The rooms

The Stiltz offers a choice of nine double or twin raised wooden bungalows, and two larger and more luxurious bungalow villas which are best for families. The bungalows are well spaced along the walkways leading from the main area, four with sea views, and the rest overlooking the Swakops River mouth and lagoon which teems with birdlife. Each is en-suite, with a small balcony. Thatched roofs and cosy timber interiors with colourful furnishings create a feeling of rustic beach-style comfort.

Activities

The Stiltz is well placed for exploring the coastline and lagoon, and just a short walk from Swakopmund. If you feel like staying put, you can relax and enjoy a spot of birdwatching from the comfort of your balcony. However, Swakopmund is a delightful little town with a distinct German feel, and it’s well worth checking out the local restaurants, art galleries and shops. Further afield, a range of adventure activities include dune boarding, horse riding, kayaking, and desert excursions.

Trips

Swakopmund Tours & Trips

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A classic Namibian self-drive journey

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Windhoek Sossusvlei Swakopmund

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Classic Namibia by plane

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Sossusvlei Swakopmund Damaraland

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A short and sweet dash through the highlights of Namibia

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Sossusvlei Swakopmund Damaraland

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A self-driving circuit of northern Namibia

10 nights from $5.9K per person

Swakopmund Erongo Damaraland

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Namibia: safaris, dunes & shipwrecks

12 nights from $9.6K per person

Etosha Damaraland Skeleton Coast

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How to book The Stiltz

How do I book The Stiltz?

The Stiltz can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Namibia trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Namibia trips featuring The Stiltz or get advice and suggestions from one of our Namibia specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at The Stiltz?

Stays at The Stiltz start from around $80 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

Namibia

Swakopmund

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