Amapondo Backpackers

2.0 star property
Port St Johns accommodations with balconies

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Basic Loft, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View | View from room
Exterior
Interior
Basic Loft, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View | Deep soaking bathtub
Bar (on property)
Reviews
5.2

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Explore the area

Map
Second Beach Road, Port St Johns, Eastern Cape, 5120
  • Popular LocationSecond Beach16 min walk
  • Popular LocationMt Thesiger7 min drive
  • Popular LocationSilaka Nature Reserve18 min drive

Room options

Basic Cottage, 1 Double Bed, Partial Ocean View, Sea Facing

  • 161 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 129 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Loft, 1 Bedroom, Partial Ocean View

  • 20 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

  • 215 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 1 Twin Bed

Basic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 161 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Basic Double Room Single Use, 1 Double Bed

  • 12 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Basic Studio, 1 Bedroom, Partial Sea View

  • 35 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Port St Johns

Oceanside stay.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Port St Johns hostel, you'll find Second Beach and Mt Thesiger. Museum and Mzimvubu River Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Second Beach - 16 min walk
  • Mt Thesiger - 7 min drive
  • Museum - 9 min drive
  • Mzimvubu River Park - 9 min drive
  • Silaka Nature Reserve - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Steve's Pub & Restaurant - 8 min drive
  • Debonairs Pizza - 10 min drive
  • Wooden Spoon - 15 min walk
  • KFC - 9 min drive
  • Amapondo - 1 min walk

About this property

Amapondo Backpackers

Port St Johns accommodations with balconies
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Barbecue grills, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Amapondo Backpackers. Free self parking is available.
  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Amapondo Backpackers offers 14 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided.

This Port St Johns hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and ceiling fans.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Outdoor space

  • Furnished balcony

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.

National rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

Property is also known as

Amapondo Backpackers Hostel Port St Johns
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Amapondo Hotel Port St Johns
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Amapondo Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Amapondo Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Amapondo Backpackers.

How close is Amapondo Backpackers to the beach?

This hostel is 0.8 mi (3-min drive) from Second Beach.

Does Amapondo Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Amapondo Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Amapondo Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Amapondo Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Amapondo Backpackers?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Amapondo Backpackers have a pool?

Amapondo Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Amapondo Backpackers have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Amapondo Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Amapondo Backpackers to downtown Port St Johns?

Amapondo Backpackers is 1.4 mi away from Port St Johns.

Amapondo Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

5.2
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 5 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews" "

4.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

2/10 Terrible

Béatrice

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

6/10 Okay

Alf

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Backpackerställe
Backpackerställe så ett lågt pris motsvarar vad man får. OK för det vi betalade så bli inte besviken.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Leuke sfeer, goed eten maar de kamers/faciliteiten waren vies en slecht onderhouden.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort