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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. Was n ongelooflike ervaring. Die bad was n wow! Adie is n ongelooflike mens.

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8.1
Very good
121 reviews
Price from
US$48
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. Everything perfect. The self catering cottage, the location, the nice staff, cleanliness, our guided trekking to the "Hole in the Wall". We have no words to say how much we appreciated this place. It Is also a non profit org that helps the local community!

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8.3
Very good
139 reviews
Price from
US$17
per night

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. Awesome place, very tidy. Staff was amazing, definitely worth the stay. Will come back!

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8.7
Fabulous
276 reviews
Price from
US$12
per night

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. Everything, rooms were clean and spacious. Everything was neat in the bedroom and bathrooms

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8.3
Very good
223 reviews
Price from
US$63
per night

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. 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.

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8.3
Very good
837 reviews
Price from
US$17
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
572 reviews
Price from
US$45
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. hot tubs were great. since I visited during the quieter season I’d have a hottub to myself. private rooms on the back of the property were peaceful

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8.2
Very good
308 reviews
Price from
US$17
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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8.2
Very good
99 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

Set in Port Elizabeth, 4.4 km from Little Walmer Golf Club, Roots Self Catering Single Unit 2 offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. Located around 4.4 km from Walmer Country Club, the hostel with free WiFi is also 7 km away from Sardinia Bay Golf Club. Guests can enjoy garden views. Great room, close to all the shopping centres, great location, private and quiet

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8
Very good
9 reviews
Price from
US$41
per night

Riverfront Homestay features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and water sports facilities in Port Elizabeth. Located around 16 km from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium, the hostel with free WiFi is also 19 km away from Port Elizabeth Golf Club. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, room service and organising tours for guests. The braai area was nice and the bed sleeps great.

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8.2
Very good
92 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

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