Located in Gansbaai, Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers offers accommodations with a terrace or a balcony, free WiFi and flat-screen TV, as well as a garden and a shared lounge. A fridge, an oven and microwave are also featured in the kitchen, as well as an electric tea pot. Stanford's Bay is 1.4 miles from the lodge, while Dangerpoint Lighthouse is 5.4 miles away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 92 miles from Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
and
2 bunk beds
1 full bed
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
4 bunk beds
Bedroom 3:
4 bunk beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.1
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.9
Free Wifi
9.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Lorraine
    South Africa South Africa
    The place is quite with beautiful seaviews and ducks walking freely
  • Niilo
    Finland Finland
    Lovely Stay Overlooking The Bay +Comfy +Silent +Friendly +Grand view over the harbour +Easy communication with the owner +Good bunk beds +Clean
  • Leroux
    Canada Canada
    The host was amazing and super friendly. He welcomed me and my girlfriend as soon as we arrived. The hostel was beautiful and clean!

Area info

Amenities of Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
    Services
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Lockers
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Room service
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    FAQs about Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers

    • Check-in at Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Room options at Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Twin
      • Studio
      • Bed in Dorm
      • Vacation Home

    • Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Horseback riding
      • Bike tours

    • The prices at Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Gansbaai Lodge & Backpackers is 800 feet from the center of Gansbaai. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.