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Amberdale Estate Self Catering - Twin rooms with shared external bathroom and lounge

Queenstown

Located in Queenstown, 4.2 miles from Queenstown Golf club, Amberdale Estate Self Catering - Twin rooms with shared external bathroom and lounge provides accommodations with a garden, free private...

N
Nobuhle
From
South Africa
I liked everything but the only thing I think you should add is the DSTV. Most people didn't know how to use Netflix and were not interested in it , so please accommodate them with DSTV . Other than that , I was pleased .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
$30.63
1 night, 2 adults

Coffee Shack Adventure Backpackers & Self-Catering

Coffee Bay

Located in Coffee Bay, a 8-minute walk from Coffee Bay Beach, Coffee Shack Adventure Backpackers & Self-Catering provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a...

A
Aidan Mic
From
Malta
Perfect getaway, very relaxed atmosphere overall with some great hikes nearby. Food at hostel was great I loved the family dinners.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
$36.95
1 night, 2 adults

African Ubuntu Backpackers

Jeffreys Bay

Located in Jeffreys Bay, a 9-minute walk from Point Beach, African Ubuntu Backpackers provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

M
Martin
From
South Africa
Everything was perfect... We needed a quick stay didn't know it we're going to be so sad to leave but I recommend african ubuntu to everyone everyone is like family
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews
Price from
$23.83
1 night, 2 adults

Buccaneers Beach Lodge, Chintsa, South Africa

Chintsa

Overlooking the Chintsa lagoon and located 1969 feet from the Chintsa beach, Buccaneers Beach Lodge, Chintsa, South Africa features a bar, restaurant and outdoor swimming pool.

D
Davud
From
United States
Relaxing time, off the main trail to get away.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
Price from
$49.74
1 night, 2 adults

Island Vibe Backpackers Jeffreys Bay

Jeffreys Bay

Escape to Island Vibe Backpackers, a haven for surfers, beach lovers and thrill seekers.

D
De Kegel
From
Switzerland
One of the coolest hostels I‘ve ever stayed. There is a good social vibe and a lot of activities that can be organized onsite. They even do pub quizzes. Location is also great, right in the beach and still overlooking Jeffrey’s Bay. Special thanks to Charmaine for taking care of everyone and everything.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 849 reviews
Price from
$29.97
1 night, 2 adults

The Russel Guest House

Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth

Located just 984 feet from the beachfront, The Russel Guest House features a garden with large swimming pool and a covered BBQ area. Free WiFi is available throughout.

L
Lomberg
From
South Africa
I love everything about this place from the friendly staff to the cleanliness not forgetting the breakfast it was amazing I'm definitely going back for round two
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 555 reviews
Price from
$51.47
1 night, 2 adults

Lungile Backpackers

Gqeberha

Located in Gqeberha, a 8-minute walk from Kings Beach, Lungile Backpackers has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$45.51
1 night, 2 adults

Eagles Nest hostel plus self catering private units

Coffee Bay

Located in Coffee Bay, 1.3 miles from Coffee Bay Beach, Eagles Nest hostel plus self catering private units has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
$64.45
1 night, 2 adults

Jikeleza Lodge

Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth

Jikeleza Lodge has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Port Elizabeth. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a grill.

M
Moliehi
From
South Africa
Close to the airport, the beach, close almost anything you could need.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Price from
$28.57
1 night, 2 adults

Away with the Fairies Nature Lodge and Backpackers

Hogsback

Located in Hogsback, 2.4 miles from Eco-Shrine, Away with the Fairies Nature Lodge and Backpackers provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

M
Masego
From
South Africa
place was beautiful, staff were friendly and professional, they treated us like family,iam coming again this year cause thats home.omg the pizza was divine
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
$34.68
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 555 reviews
Breakfast was good:) and staff very friendly. Good location to stay in and is quite safe.
Guest review byBellingan
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 849 reviews
discounts for regular check-ins would b nice. my room is always the same price of R315 no matter what time of month it is. why?usually prices get cheaper or more expensive with months etc etc...or seasons. mine stays the same,why?because im gona b ther permanently for work about 1week every month.
Guest review byibtishaam
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $57.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
We were unhappy with the rooms we booked. But they kindly moved us into a cottage with bunk beds. But we liked them as we wanted to stay together or stay near each other. They also refunded us as the cottage was cheaper than the rooms.
Guest review byNtozi
Travelers with friends
Avg. price/night: $49.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Great vibes, surrounded by nature in a great location. The trail to the big tree /waterfalls starts straight from the camp which is very convenient.
Guest review byEva
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $42.12
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Amazing hostel. The staff is very welcoming, friendly and funny. The dorm is spacious, clean and has comfortable beds. Activities are cheap and amazing. The food is tasty and very affordable. This is the perfect type of hostel for solo travellers to meet other travellers of every age and background. You can reach the place by taking a bus like citiliner or intercape to Mthatha, Coffee Shack will pick you up with their shuttle (160 rands for a 1.5 hour drive).
Guest review byAnna
Solo traveler