Cornerstone Guesthouse
40 Hendrik Witbooi st, Swakopmund 9999 Namibia
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Cornerstone Guesthouse is a small, private and peaceful bed and breakfast an easy walk to the sea and the town centre of Swakopmund on Namibia's fascinating Skeleton Coast.Occupying a quiet corner of Swakopmund's old town near the marine museum and the old brewery, Cornerstone Guesthouse offers the charm and intimacy of a family-run B&B combined with the modern amenities of a luxury hotel.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Private check-in / check-out
Laundry service
Ironing service
Secured parking
Wifi
Breakfast buffet
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Air conditioning
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Flatscreen TV
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Non-smoking rooms
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English, Afrikaans, German
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Grade: 81 out of 100
25Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
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40 Hendrik Witbooi st, Swakopmund 9999 Namibia
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Lovely guesthouse close to the centre and the promenade. Owners friendly and helpful. Clean and comfortable rooms with fridge and tea and coffee facilities in the room and lovely breakfasts. Nice little outdoor seating area for each room which we enjoyed as was sheltered from the wind/sand blowing outside! We were celebrating my mums birthday and they were happy to provide plates and forks for the cake we supplied. Free safe and secure parking onsite for our jeep as we were self driving. We enjoyed our couple of nights here and would recommend.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Thank you for the review. Best wishes
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This guesthouse is a real pearl. Conveniently located close to the centre (10 min walk) and ever closer to the promenade (5 min walk) and yet you are surrounded by a lovely garden and don’t have the impression of being in an urban area. Rooms are cozy and have all that is needed, we stayed for 3 days. Breakfast is excellent and the cook prepared fresh eggs, pancakes, etc…. You can order packed lunches and the laundry service is the best we encountered during our whole trip! The host are superb and extremely helpful in organising any local activities or recommending restaurants.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: There is free parking on the premises
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Than you very much. Keep well and come again,
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A really comfortable convenient place to stay in Swapakomund. We stayed for just one night as part of our self drive Namibian holiday. It is easy to find, very welcoming and very comfortable and quiet. Can walk down the the beach or shopping centre and there was a very nice recommended restaurant literally 100m away. Breakfast next morning was very substantial and all in all a very good value place to stop in Swapakomund.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Cornerstone Guesthouse, Owner at Cornerstone Guesthouse
Responded 2 weeks ago
Thank you for the review. I hope you agree that one night stay in Swakopmund is a mistake. At least two, better are three nights, since there is so much to enjoy in this beautiful coastal town.
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This is a gem of a place. Quiet, central location within easy walking distance of centre. Room was really a suite. Large, clean and well appointed. Excellent breakfast and very helpful host. We stayed three night and this was excellent value for money.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Great food at the Fish Deli, not fancy but excellent food.
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Responded 23 Oct 2023
Thank you Richard, it was a pleasure having you here as a guest. Keep well and come again.
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This is such a beautiful and cozy place to stay at while you are in the city. It is in walking distance to everything in the city so you won’t need your car. The rooms are just so very comfortable and it feels like the owners just have a good eye for detail. Also very good and fast Internet that you also have in your room which seems to not be that common in Namibia. The breakfast was very nice as well. You actually meet the owners since they are present at the reception and the breakfast which was very nice as well and which we never before or afterwards experience on our trip in the country. If I ever come back, this will again be our stay in Swakopmund.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Cornerstone Guesthouse, Owner at Cornerstone Guesthouse
Responded 21 Oct 2023
Thank your for your review. it makes us happy when our guests depart with a smile in their face and wanting to come back. We hope to see you again soon. Regards from the Cornerstone Team
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A small guest house consisting of seven rooms all accessed from the garden, with the main building housing reception and the breakfast room. We received a warm welcome and were shown immediately to our room, through the delightfully colourful gardens. The room was well furnished and the en suite was large with a good shower (most important for me). The bed was very comfortable. The guest house has secure off road parking for guests. It is well located a few minutes from the Main Street and the sea. Breakfast was a combination of self service for the cold buffet and cooked to order hot items. The espresso coffee from the newly installed machine was excellent. The laundry service was very quick - in at breakfast, back by midday.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Cornerstone Guesthouse, Owner at Cornerstone Guesthouse
Responded 30 Sept 2023
Hi Mark Thank you for your review. Our team always want our guest to feel comfortable and enjoy their stay here at the guesthouse. Hope to see you and your friends again. Best wishes
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A lovely, very efficiently well run guesthouse well located and in walking distance of the main features in town. Clean, spacious rooms, excellent breakfast and lovely garden. Excellent staff and a passionate owner.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 06 Jul 2023
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juliet h wrote a review Mar 2023
Marton cum Grafton, United Kingdom299 contributions198 helpful votes
Lovely little guest house with immaculate rooms, well appointed and helpful owners. It suited our needs well for a quick 2 night stay. Simple breakfast offering. Central location for ease of walk to jetty and to main road for onward journeys. Quiet area
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Response from Cornerstone Guesthouse, Owner at Cornerstone Guesthouse
Responded 29 Mar 2023
Hi Julieth Thank you for staying with us. It gives us great pleasure to know that you had a pleasant stay. In addition to the fresh fruit salad, yogurt, three different bread variations, bread rolls, a cheese and a cold meat platter, a selection of jams and marmalade, we now make fresh pancake every morning. Keep well and come again. Regards Hobby
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Had the privilege to visit this stunning guesthouse again and once again it was truly worth it. From the amazing and clean rooms, the friendly staff to the lovely breakfast this place is a must for any person looking to stay in Swakopmund
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Cornerstone Guesthouse, Owner at Cornerstone Guesthouse
Responded 28 Mar 2023
Hello Conrad Thank you for the review, we really appreciate any feedback. Keep well. Regards Hobby
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As many have said before me - great little spot, walking distance from the centre of town, super friendly staff. My only disappointment was the room. I was in room 7 which was basically in the car park, so not a nice place to sit outside in the evenings, and no views from the windows. I would stay again but definitely not in that room.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from , Owner at Cornerstone Guesthouse
Responded 27 Feb 2023
Hi Thank you for taking the time to place your review. I am sorry you did not like your room. It is one of our best rooms and is a family room which is very spacious. If you had told us at the time we might have been able to move you to another room. Thank you for being prepared to come again Regards Peter
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PRICE RANGE
US$73 - US$122 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
NamibiaErongo RegionSwakopmund
NUMBER OF ROOMS
7
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cornerstone Guesthouse
Which popular attractions are close to Cornerstone Guesthouse?
Nearby attractions include Woermannhaus (0.5 km), Snake Park (0.5 km), and Peter's Antiques, since 1983 (0.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Cornerstone Guesthouse?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Cornerstone Guesthouse?
Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and a refrigerator.
What food & drink options are available at Cornerstone Guesthouse?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Cornerstone Guesthouse?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Cornerstone Guesthouse?
Conveniently located restaurants include Old Steamer Restaurant, Village Café, and Gabriele's Italian Pizzeria.
Is Cornerstone Guesthouse located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.6 km away from the centre of Swakopmund.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Cornerstone Guesthouse?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, German, and Afrikaans.
Are there any historical sites close to Cornerstone Guesthouse?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Damara Tower (0.5 km).