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The Backpack Shack - Hostel

2.0 star property
Mossel Bay hostel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool
Design Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
African cuisine
African cuisine
Garden
Relax in a tranquil garden or enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of The Backpack Shack - Hostel. Take a dip in the outdoor pool, indulge in African cuisine at the on-site restaurant, and connect with free WiFi. Previous guests rave about their stay.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$46 nightly
The total price is $53
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Design Room | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Design Room

Highlights

TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Highlights

TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Alhof Drive, D'Almeida, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6506

What's nearby

  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santos Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Mossel Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cape St. Blaize Cave - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Resort - 6 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 36 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Santos Beach, Mossel Bay - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Merchant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Kaai 4 - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Backpack Shack - Hostel

Enjoy your visit to Mossel Bay with a stay at The Backpack Shack - Hostel. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A terrace and a garden are other highlights.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 3 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately ZAR 75.00 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Backpack Shack Hostel Mossel Bay
Backpack Shack Hostel
Backpack Shack Mossel Bay
Backpack Shack
The Backpack Shack
The Backpack Shack - Hostel Mossel Bay
The Backpack Shack - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does The Backpack Shack - Hostel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Backpack Shack - Hostel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at The Backpack Shack - Hostel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Backpack Shack - Hostel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Backpack Shack - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Backpack Shack - Hostel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Backpack Shack - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Backpack Shack - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't have a casino, but Garden Route Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Backpack Shack - Hostel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as scuba diving. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hostel's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Backpack Shack - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers African cuisine.

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The Backpack Shack - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10

I really liked the staaf, they were very helpfull and friendly. The room was basic but nice and clean. The area around the hostel felt really poor and insafe at night, so we stayed in the hostel during that time of the day.
1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

The BackPackShack sind eigentlich einige Backpacker-Zimmer in einem Hotel. Die Zimmer sind einfach und im Stil der Townships gehalten, d.h. einfach und sauber, aber auch etwas bedrückend. Wir wurden jedoch nach 1 Nacht upgegradet auf ein Hotelzimmer, welches hervorragend war. Das Personal ist mehr als freundlich und hilfsbereit, Blommie, die Köchin erfüllt jeden Wunsch, wenn er ihr möglich ist. Man lebt Mitten in einem afrikanischen Vorort und kann so einen Eindruck vom echten Leben erhalten, dennoch ist man im Hotel absolut sicher. Von einem Spaziergang riet uns das Personal aber sehr klar und eindringlich ab!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10

Very difficult to find (there are no signs to the Backpack Shack, its actually inside a hotel with another name), but great staff, a cool room and good breakfast made the stay in Mossel Bay a good experience.