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The Backpack Shack - Hostel, Mossel Bay
Alhof Drive, D'Almeida, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, South Africa, 6506Show on map
- Taxes included · no booking fees
- Check-in from 2:00 PM
About this property
Near Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
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When you stay at The Backpack Shack - Hostel in Mossel Bay, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Diaz Beach and Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. This hostel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Dias Museum and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Cape Saint Blaize Artisanal Distillery.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Xhosa, Afrikaans, English
Make yourself at home in one of the 3 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hostel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available for a fee.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi Diaz Beach - 2 km / 1.3 mi Dias Museum - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi Cape Saint Blaize Artisanal Distillery - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi Santos Beach - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi Diaz Museum - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi Mossel Bay Harbour - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Resort - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi Garden Route Casino - 4.9 km / 3.1 mi Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi Cape St. Blaize Cave - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi St Blaize Hiking Trail - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi Langeberg Mall - 5.5 km / 3.4 mi Hartenbos Seefront - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi Dana Bay - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi The nearest major airport is George (GRJ) - 49.3 km / 30.7 mi
Most popular facilities
Wifi
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Breakfast
Swimming Pool
Laundry Facilities
Restaurant
Meeting/Conference Facilities
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Facilities of The Backpack Shack - Hostel, Mossel Bay
19 amenitiesHighlights
Wifi
Parking
Breakfast
Swimming Pool
Laundry Facilities
Restaurant
Meeting/Conference Facilities
Bbq Facilities
Internet1
- Wifi
Parking1
- Parking
Food & drink3
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounges
- Restaurant
Wellness2
- Swimming Pool
- Pool
Services1
- Laundry Facilities
Accessibility1
- Wheelchair Accessible
Safety & security2
- Smoke-Complimentary Property
- Safe Deposit Box
General8
- Meeting/Conference Facilities
- Bbq Facilities
- Luggage Storage
- Tours/Ticket Assistance
- Atm/Cash Machine
- Water Sports
- Terrace
- Scuba Diving
House rules
Check-in
From 2:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Minimum age to check in: 18
Check-out
From 10:00 AM
Cancellation / prepayment
Cancellation charges depend on the room rate you select. See the penalty timeline under each room option above.
Fees & extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately ZAR 75.00 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Special instructions
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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policyGovernment-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental chargesSpecial requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteedThis property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cashSafety features at this property include a fire extinguisher.
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