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Gecko Ridge Guest House

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Swakopmund with a fitness center and an outdoor pool

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Front of property
Restaurant
Self-Catering Chalets | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Restaurant

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Plot 120 Swakop River, Swakopmund
  • The Dome
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Swakopmund Lighthouse
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Swakopmund Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Walvis Bay (WVB)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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Room options

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Luxury Room | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Self-Catering Chalets | In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Self-Catering Chalets

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Swakopmund

Gecko Ridge Guest House places you 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Namib-Naukluft National Park. This 8-room, 3.5-star guesthouse has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • German Evangelical Lutheran Church - 18 min drive - 11.8 miles
  • Kristall Galerie - 19 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • The Dome - 19 min drive - 12.0 miles
  • Swakopmund Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 12.2 miles
  • Swakopmund Beach - 19 min drive - 12.3 miles

Getting around

  • Walvis Bay (WVB) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Desert Hills - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Gecko Ridge Guest House

Guesthouse in Swakopmund with a fitness center and an outdoor pool
Guests of Gecko Ridge Guest House have access to an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services, tour or ticket assistance, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Other amenities include balconies, coffee makers, and safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

Languages

English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 150 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 150 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 17
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available on site at Gecko Ridge Guest House?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Gecko Ridge Guest House have a casino?

No, Gecko Ridge Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Gecko Ridge Guest House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Gecko Ridge Guest House?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Gecko Ridge Guest House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Gecko Ridge Guest House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Gecko Ridge Guest House serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Gecko Ridge Guest House allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Gecko Ridge Guest House.

Does Gecko Ridge Guest House have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Gecko Ridge Guest House?

The closest major airport to Gecko Ridge Guest House is Walvis Bay (WVB), which is about 24 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Gecko Ridge Guest House?

Yes, every accommodation at Gecko Ridge Guest House comes with a balcony.

Gecko Ridge Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Werner

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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and I like it that it’s pet friendly . Would definitely come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Riaan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Review

A lovely spot with beautiful desert views. We stayed in self catering chalet with attractive interior and great beds with good quality linen and pillows. The dinner , specially prepared for us, was excellent. A few glitches: dish towel and bath towels not so clean, backdoor to braai area could not open....lost key, no kettle and insufficient kitchen and braai utensils. Quoted in the price was a private balcony. On arrival we found it to be untrue. When we asked about this, we were told that such a balcony is only part of the hotel rooms. Later we saw chalets with private balcony braais . We were a bit disappointed .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet, good nights sleep, far from town,m

The lodge owners were great folks. If you want a peaceful place far from town, this is your place. The comfortable beds and the high quality linens made for a great sleep. However, we did feel a bit deceived. The nice pics online are actually the managers house and you don’t have access to that part. The rooms are very standard, there is no view of the dunes from this desert oasis.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Out in the desert

Nice tidy comfortable place. Quiet and relaxing with no nearby neighbours. 15 minute drive into town
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Nice, pet-friendly chalets, but water heater issue

Nice guest house about a 15-minute drive from Swakopmund. We chose it primarily because it was pet-friendly...and it was. Our dog could even accompany us to breakfast. Pets are only allowed in the self-catering chalets, however, not in the rooms in the main house. The chalets were comfortable accommodations, with one exception. Hot water is supplied by an LPG water heater, and ours wasn’t working properly. I brought this problem to the staff’s attention a couple of times. They tried to fix it, and thought they had, but it would only work temporarily. Cold showers weren’t ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Martynas

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

Great Time

Our family of 3 loved the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Superb

Amazing place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Riaan

Liked: Cleanliness
Good.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Linda, Norwich, UK.

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

Good value self-catering accommodation.

Stayed in one of the two self-contained cottages, our second visit as we liked it so much last time. The accommodation is spacious, clean and well-equipped and the staff and owner are friendly and helpful. We also enjoyed the contact with the resident peacocks. And it is just a short drive into Swakopmund so the location is excellent.

10/10 Excellent

Brett

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

10/10 Excellent

Veronique, Canada

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

Charming hotel - beautiful deco and atmosphere

Very nice hotel, trendy, relaxing ambiance, charming. Beautiful pool as well. Breakfast was ok, but the dinner was absolutely delicious. Nice location for those who want to be out of the touristic city.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Die Chalets sind schön eingerichtet und beinhalten alles, was man braucht. Die gesamte Anlage mit Pool und dem Haupthaus ist sehr gemütlich und die Sonnenterasse lädt zu einem Sundowner ein. Top!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Rob, Hoofddorp

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Het guesthouse ligt iets landinwaarts een kilometer of 10 van Swakopmund. De omgeving is kaal en het uitzicht is niet fraai. De hele complex wordt goed onderhouden en de lodges zijn goed. We verbleven er drie nachten en moesten na de tweede nacht we om schone handdoeken vragen die uiteraard wel geleverd werden maar we vonden dit wel raar. Het ontbijt was karig en er was weinig of geen beleg, Al met al en in vergelijking met onze andere locaties was dit een gemiddelde ervaring met ruimte voor verbetering.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Peach, Bonn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ein toller Platz zum verweilen. Wir haben dort tolle Tage verbracht und das Ambiente insbesondere die vielen Ecken zum verweilen genossen. Die Sonnenuntergänge auf der stilvollen Dachterrasse waren unbeschreiblich. Die Chalets waren sehr großzügig und urgemütlich. Das Guest House liegt zwar außerhalb, aber wir haben keine Minute bereut.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

PATRICE

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

Un hotel très agréable en plein désert

Un lieu agréable en plein désert avec des chalets confortables et bien aménagés. Un accueil vraiment sympathique du patron et du personnel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

AfriCola, Berlin

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

Alles Bestens !

Freundliches Team, ruhige Lage, schoener Pool und familienfreundlich. Die Chalets sind besonders fuer Reisende mit Kindern zu empfehlen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Laurent

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Wüstenoase nahe Swakopmund

schwer zu finden, das Guest House war der Touristeninformation in Swakopmund nicht bekannt, das offensichtlich neue Personal war sehr bemüht

6/10 Okay

karlo

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

tolle urwüchsige Lodge sehr zu empfehlen !!

Etosha, Kalhari, Swakop...und dann die Gecco Ridge...!! sehr schönbes Ambiente, nichts ist over down...alles ist wie slebstverständlich an die Natur angepasst, sehr gute self Catering Bungalows mit gemauerten Kamin..gemütlich..und die KUnst liegt im weglassen..wenn man die straubige Strasse zur Gecco hinter sich hat ist es atemberaubend schön...einen extra Sundowner Place auf dem DAch der Lodge eingerichtet...er wartet auf eine Bloody Marie oder Namgin Tonic..man schläft gut, der Pool ist Stylisch und fühlt sich beim deutschen Inhaber " Sauwohl "..er gibt auch gute Tips als Insider...!!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Eine Oase am Rande der Wüste.

Man ahnt nicht, wenn mann durch den Vorort von Swakopmund fährt, dass sich hier eine Oase verbirgt. Wir hatten ein Chalet mit kleinem Garten. Hier hat man die Möglichkeit zu grillen oder draußen zu sitzen.

8/10 Good

leda, roma

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

buon b&b lonrano dal centro

Bungalow elegante e spazioso, ben arredato e molto confortevole. Gentilisima l'accoglienza e buona colazione. Un buon B&B. Quando si arriva è difficile farsi aprire il cancello esterno. Ho risolto suonando a lungo il clacson. Il vero neo è la distanza dalla città, circa 15 km, di buona strada.