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Set in Hogsback, 3.8 km from Eco Shrine, Away with the Fairies Nature Lodge and Backpackers offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 38 km of Katberg Eco Golf Estate. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. The stay is lovely, the rooms are cozy, with the possibility to light your own fire to warm up in the evening! I did not expect the place to offer various food options as well, and it was delicious. The staff is lovely, very helpful and patient. There are several options to keep you busy around, between hiking and others and the cliff bath is a must-do!

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8.3
Very good
121 reviews
Price from
US$46
per night

Set in Coffee Bay, 700 metres from Coffee Bay Beach, Coffee Shack Adventure Backpackers & Self-Catering offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant. 43 km from Hluleka Nature Reserve, the hostel provides a bar and barbecue facilities. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi. 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).

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8.3
Very good
144 reviews

Set in Jeffreys Bay, less than 1 km from Point Beach, African Ubuntu Backpackers offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. 34 km from St Francis Links Golf Course and 41 km from Seal Point Lighthouse, the property features a bar and barbecue facilities. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are featured. The roof terrace is fantastic, the garden is always calm, room is nice and comfy, very chill-social hostel well prepared for load shedding.

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8.7
Fabulous
260 reviews

Overlooking the Chintsa lagoon and located 600 meters from the Chintsa beach, Buccaneers Beach Lodge, Chintsa, South Africa features a bar, restaurant and outdoor swimming pool. East London Airport is a 55-minute drive away. Friendly staff; delicious diner and breakfast options; nice daytrips; close to the beach

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8.5
Very good
215 reviews

Escape to Island Vibe Backpackers, a haven for surfers, beach lovers and thrill seekers. Situated on a sand dune overlooking the Indian Ocean, Island Vibe Backpackers Jeffreys Bay is the perfect spot for travelers looking for a relaxed yet fun vibe. Exceptional location and vibe!

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8.3
Very good
831 reviews
Price from
US$14
per night

Situated just 300 metres from the beachfront, The Russel Guest House features a garden with large swimming pool and a covered BBQ area. Free WiFi is available throughout.

The rooms and apartments are spacious and feature satellite TV, hairdryers, tea-and-coffee making facilities and complimentary toiletries. I loved the guesthouse. Its clean and staff was exquisite! Great location. Everything was excellent! Thank you

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8.1
Very good
596 reviews
Price from
US$43
per night

Guests are offered traditional African dishes in the restaurant of Tube 'n Axe Backpackers. Special diet menus and packed lunches can be requested. Guests of the hostel can use the free barbecue facilities on site. Nice place to stay very well located close to the Tsitsikama hikes, the room was small but had all we needed. The private terrasse was very appreciated :) We did not get the chance to test the pool but people in it seemed to enjoy it

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8.2
Very good
313 reviews
Price from
US$15
per night

Located in Queenstown, 6.8 km from Queenstown Golf club, Amberdale Estate Budget Self Catering provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy mountain views.

At the hostel, every room comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV and a shared bathroom. All units will provide guests with a fridge. 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 .

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8.1
Very good
89 reviews
Price from
US$32
per night

Set in Morganʼs Bay, 1.7 km from Morgans Bay Beach, Yellowwood Forest Eco Retreat offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Boasting an ATM, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. Some units at the property feature a balcony with a river view.

À la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options are available at the hostel. Amazing hosts! Friendly and went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable. Tranquility of note

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8
Very good
22 reviews
Price from
US$13
per night

Situated in Nieu-Bethesda, 200 metres from Owl House Museum, The Owlhouse Backpackers has a number of amenities including a garden, a shared lounge, a terrace and free WiFi. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and currency exchange for guests. Very friendly staff and clean rooms. Out side garden is nice.

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8.1
Very good
20 reviews
Price from
US$19
per night

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