This well-run and long-established backpackers has two sections – a backpacker wing where rooms share a bathroom and a more upmarket wing with en-suite rooms and dorms. There's even a honeymoon suite, complete with spa bath (R890). Staff can arrange surfing, boat trips and other water sports.
Mossel Bay Backpackers
Garden Route
Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
0.73 MILES
This excellent museum offers insight into Mossel Bay's role as an early stomping ground for European sailors. Named for 15th-century Portuguese explorer…
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Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
10.48 MILES
This reserve contains a vast range of wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes and giraffes. Day visitors are welcome for a variety of…
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23.67 MILES
The starting point and terminus for journeys on the Outeniqua Power Van, this museum is worth a visit if you’re even remotely interested in trains. A…
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0.27 MILES
There are wonderful views from the lighthouse, but call ahead to ensure it's open as the hours aren't always observed. There are plans to open a coffee…
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23.54 MILES
George was the hub of the indigenous timber industry and, thus, this museum contains a wealth of related artefacts.
Nearby Garden Route attractions
0.27 MILES
There are wonderful views from the lighthouse, but call ahead to ensure it's open as the hours aren't always observed. There are plans to open a coffee…
0.73 MILES
This excellent museum offers insight into Mossel Bay's role as an early stomping ground for European sailors. Named for 15th-century Portuguese explorer…
3. Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
10.48 MILES
This reserve contains a vast range of wildlife, including lions, elephants, rhinos, buffaloes and giraffes. Day visitors are welcome for a variety of…
23.54 MILES
George was the hub of the indigenous timber industry and, thus, this museum contains a wealth of related artefacts.
23.67 MILES
The starting point and terminus for journeys on the Outeniqua Power Van, this museum is worth a visit if you’re even remotely interested in trains. A…