The Alternative Space

The Alternative Space Bed and Breakfast in Swakopmund, Namibia, is run by Frenus and by his wife Sibylle.

The Alternative Space was established during colonial times, as the first and only alternative art gallery, in which anti-colonial and anti-apartheid artists could exhibit fine art and photography.

Providing accommodation to interested people was a natural progression in the life of the gallery. With its extensive collection of Namibian art and photography, liberally exhibited in all the rooms, white washed walls, beautiful gardens with green lawns, palm trees, banana and olive trees, the Alternative Space accommodation is conducive of friendship, sensuality and romance.

Excellent evenings are often spent round the open fire in the cave-like communal lounge. Should you get Frenus going, he will most enthusiastically explain to you the socio-political position of a patriotic African, and the sheer magic of life in Swakopmund and Namibia.

Sibylle always welcomes her guests with a bottle of champagne. With five individually designed and decorated non-smoking en-suite rooms, each and every guest is assured of great personal service. Sibylle's motto is that every little detail is important, and nothing is ever a problem. Her philosophy is most noticeable in the outstanding buffet breakfast she serves, that can be enjoyed at your leisure from morning until noon.

The Alternative Space bed and breakfast speaks of life being lived as an exquisite and exciting art form. Frenus and Sibylle would love to meet you, and share the magic.