Amakaya Backpackers Travellers Accommodation
Hostel in Plettenberg Bay
3-Star Hostel
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hostel
Situated just 900 metres away from the Central Beach, Amakaya Backpackers Travellers Accommodation is located along the Garden Route and features an outside BBQ area. The veranda has views of the Tsitsikamma Mountain Range and Keurbooms lagoon.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Balcony or Patio
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Plettenberg Bay
Available Rooms
4 Single • 387 ft²
Sleeps 4
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1 Single • 602 ft²
Sleeps 6
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2 Bunk • 322 ft²
Sleeps 4
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1 Double • 96 ft²
Sleeps 3
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2 Single • 129 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Reviews
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2.0
Nothing to actually look forward to.
Could've gotten better accommodation for less but was a rushed booking.
The fact that you can't have any guest over and didn't disclose on add. You can't enjoy yourself as you dnt have privacy cameras everywhere except bedrooms. You share the space with other occupants like a dorm n something bit me on my legs n arm whilst sleeping, probably a spider or some bug. The warm water takes forever to get warm n if so only for n short while, had to wash in cold water. The barhroom mirror was something out of horror movie.The gate also didn't work as it was storming. We had to wait in the rain for management to assist really wouldn't recommend this place to anyone.
10.0
Very great location and easy to enter. No problem
Maybe just some cupboards in the room, Don't like living out of a travel bag
8.0
It's more of a guesthouse than a backpackers but a really good spot to get a cheap, comfortable and clean room with a good kitchen and a friendly host. Close to town too.
The room was a little warm and the fan was broken, not a huge issue.
8.0
Debbie is very attentive to the willings of her guests and drove us to Robbeng island helped me with bus tickets and so on.
1.0
Breakfast was not included
The manager was rude and not helpful at all. She said to me that she could not accept the Booking .com. reference as confirmation and insisted that i open my laptop to find her emails after we have been working and travelling the whole day.
9.0
Nice terrace with some views of the ocean. Room was clean, place was well run
Staff loud in the morning yelling instructions at each other
4.0
The deck that our bedroom led out to was private and we could have meals there as a family.
1. The hostess was not hospitable.
2. I asked if my 85 year old aunt could have dinner with us as she was sleeping in her car overnight to collect someone and the answer was NO.
3. I asked the following day if the same aunt could come in JUST to change her clothing in the room. The answer was NO.
4. We were 2 adults in our mid 50's with 2 teenage sons. We were treated like children in a dormitory. The was a complete lack of compassion for an old lady and no ability from the hostess to accommodate a reasonable request.
8.0
Lady working there was fantastic. Helped us with anything and gave us lots if tips for sightseeing
7.0
The privacy. It has been my first stay at a backpackers I arrived close to midnight and they were very accommodating, sufficient. They were the complete opposite of what I thought it to be. Came from a 350km drive and needed a place to stay for the night. Rooms was clean, bathroom was clean I had my own private room safe and secured. Very impressive Amakhaya thank you.
There was nothing I didn't like
8.0
It was only overnight so I'm unable to say much... Thanks
1.0
I did not stay there I was left alone in the middle of the night with nobody to contact with I stayed in a different place. I am still trying to cancel the stupid booking which never happened due to their mistake
I did not stay there I was left alone in the middle of the night with nobody to contact with I stayed in a different place. I am still trying to cancel the stupid booking which never happened due to their mistake
7.0
Cleanliness. Self contained. Helpful manageress.
None.
9.0
The security is top.
Drank people making noise at night.
8.0
Everything was very neat and tidy. We had a lovely evening
The Netflix and dstv didn't work, so we couldn't watch any TV. Tried contacting the owner or staff but they already replied the next day when leaving. But overall the room was nice
8.0
Good place to have a rest.
1.0
Nothing was good, the room was so small with single bads, shower outside. In the morning no water to shower but check out time is 10am without bathing. It was the worst experience I ever had in my life
Same as above
7.0
Friendly and helpful staff.
Location is perhaps not ideal if you do not have a car. I would not walk alone at night in the area
8.0
great location in the city center. lovely owner helped us with everything we needed. have a/c.
some noises from the main area. shower a little weak.
1.0
We arrived at backpackers within check-in hours but nobody answered the intercom at the gate. We then called 3 different phone numbers which we could find for the property but nobody answered. We then left for another hotel. The next day we learned that we would have received a text with gate code for the touch-less check-in which we never did--only a WhatsApp message from the owner asking if we stayed at the property.
FAQs
How much does this hostel cost compared to others in Plettenberg Bay?
The average price for a rental in Plettenberg Bay is $124 per night. This rental is $10 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hostel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Amakaya Backpackers Travellers Accommodation. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hostel?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Amakaya Backpackers Travellers Accommodation pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Amakaya Backpackers Travellers Accommodation?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, smoking allowed, and parking.
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