Set in Windhoek and with Eros Shopping Centre reachable within 700 metres, Back2Roots Backpackers offers a tour desk, allergy-free rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The hostel has a sauna, year-round outdoor pool and terrace, and guests can dine in the restaurant. At the hostel, all rooms include air conditioning and a shared bathroom. Speaking German, English and Chinese, staff are ready to help around the clock at the reception. Popular points of interest near Back2Roots Backpackers include National Theatre Namibia, Windhoek railway station and TransNamib Museum. Eros Airport is 6 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
2 bunk beds
and
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
2 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.6
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
8.3

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Malinga
    Botswana Botswana
    Good location, prvate parking and the bathroom was clean
  • Bronwyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spacious rooms & beds + charging ports close to the bed.
  • Petrus
    Namibia Namibia
    Very clean facilities. As far as backpacking is concerned, privacy doesn't get better than what this place offers. The sleeping pods are so cool and cozy.
  • Itay
    Israel Israel
    Nice place, beautiful and well-kept light, pleasant atmosphere, I liked it
  • バモサン
    Japan Japan
    The staff were very accommodating. The room is very clean and has air conditioning. There is also a hot shower, so if you want to take a shower in the morning, no problem. And above all, the security was the best.
  • Janet
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    On arrival we decided to stay in the hotel inside, which was lovel. Nothing wrong with the backpackers, but we had been travelling all day, and decided to upgrade our stay. Was offered a 10% discount too, which was very welcome. Thank you.
  • Lerato
    South Africa South Africa
    The beds where big and comfortable, the place was very clean. I felt secure even thou I slept alone. Loved the capsules and the lockers.
  • Jwagamang
    Namibia Namibia
    Awesome 👍 place really like the architecture so beautiful and innovative. Love the humor of the restrooms and also the friendliness of the staff. Yolanda really make my stay as comfortable as possible
  • Edmilson
    South Africa South Africa
    The room, the staff, the bathroom and fully equipped kitchen.
  • Zelda
    Namibia Namibia
    The location of the establishment was ideal for the purpose of my visit. I had exams to write at Eros Girls School. My timing was however not ideal as there were staff parties organised at the establishment at the same time. The staff were...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Roof of Africa Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      African • Chinese • Steakhouse • German • Local • Asian • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Back2Roots Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

View

  • Garden view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Activities

  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning services

  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome

Wellness

  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Sauna

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • Chinese

House rules
Back2Roots Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Back2Roots Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Back2Roots Backpackers

  • Check-in at Back2Roots Backpackers is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Back2Roots Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Back2Roots Backpackers is 1.7 miles from the centre of Windhoek. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Back2Roots Backpackers has 1 restaurant:

    • The Roof of Africa Restaurant
  • Back2Roots Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Foot massage
    • Back massage
    • Hand massage
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Head massage
    • Neck massage
    • Full body massage
    • Swimming Pool