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The Backpack Shack - Hostel
Alhof Drive, D'Almeida, Western Cape6506, South Africa
Check-in
14:00, 5 Oct 2026
Check-out
1 night10:00, 6 Oct 2026
Rooms & Guests
Overview
Near Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
Location
When you stay at The Backpack Shack - Hostel in Mossel Bay, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Diaz Beach and Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. This hostel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Santos Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Diaz Musuem.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 3 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Diaz Beach - 1.6 km / 1 mi Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi Santos Beach - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi Mossel Bay Harbour - 3.3 km / 2 mi Dias Museum - 3.3 km / 2 mi Cape Saint Blaize Artisanal Distillery - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi Diaz Musuem - 3.4 km / 2.1 mi Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Resort - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse - 4.9 km / 3 mi Garden Route Casino - 5 km / 3.1 mi Cape St. Blaize Cave - 5 km / 3.1 mi St Blaize Hiking Trail - 4.5 km / 2.8 mi Langeberg Mall - 5.4 km / 3.4 mi Hartenbos Seefront - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi Dana Bay - 9.3 km / 5.8 mi
The nearest major airport is George (GRJ) - 41.5 km / 25.8 mi
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Business Amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hostel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available for a fee.