From the rugged, desolate beauty of the Namib Desert, to the historical grace of its buildings, a visit to the Skeleton Coast is a unique experience. The Swakopmund Hotel & Entertainment Centre is no exception. Built in and around the old German Station Building, this charming hotel strikes the perfect balance between architectural beauty and first-world class. The building was completed in 1901, declared a national monument in 1972 and renovated in 1994 as a hotel with a sense of history. The hotel is situated 46km from Walvis Bay Airport.
The 88 spacious rooms and two stylish Presidential Suites mostly overlook the garden courtyard and swimming-pool. One room is wheelchari accessible. Guests can dine at the elegant Platform One Restaurant, which offers a wonderful selection of à la carte dishes, a speciality buffet and an extensive wine list that includes auction wines. The hotel’s Mermaid Casino has state-of-the-art slot machines and poker, blackjack and roulette tables. The Spitzkoppe Conference Centre can accommodate up to 350 people and is the ideal venue for weddings, parties and specialty functions. The hotel also has a cinema and there is an 18-hole desert golf course nearby.
Additional services offered by the hotel are free wireless internet connectivity, valet service, medical service on call, foreign exchange facilities, a health studio, hair salon and a gym.
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