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Shark Shack Backpackers

2.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Mossel Bay hostel

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Terrace/patio
Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
BBQ/picnic area
Interior
Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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15 Marsh St, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500
  • Place, Mossel Bay Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, St Blaize Hiking Trail
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, George (GRJ)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Mossel Bay

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find St Blaize Hiking Trail and Mossel Bay Harbour. Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse and Cape St. Blaize Cave are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Mossel Bay Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St Blaize Hiking Trail - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cape St. Blaize Cave - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santos Beach - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delfinos Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Gannet Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Merchant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Mossel Bay Oyster Bar - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hennie’s - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Shark Shack Backpackers

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Mossel Bay hostel
As a guest of Shark Shack Backpackers, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Shark Shack Backpackers also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mossel Bay hostel.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Shark Shack Backpackers offers 22 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and ceiling fans. This Mossel Bay hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 250 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Firewood fee: ZAR 20 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
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, Mastercard, and cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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

Shark Shack Backpackers Mossel

Shark Shack Backpackers Mossel Bay

Shark Shack Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Shark Shack Backpackers to the airport?

Shark Shack Backpackers is 31.9 mi (40-min drive) away from the George (GRJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Shark Shack Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Shark Shack Backpackers offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 250 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Shark Shack Backpackers to the beach?

This hostel is 1.4 mi (6-min drive) from Santos Beach and 2.7 mi (7-min drive) from Diaz Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Shark Shack Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Shark Shack Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Shark Shack Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Garden Route Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Shark Shack Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Shark Shack Backpackers?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Shark Shack Backpackers have a pool?

Shark Shack Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Shark Shack Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Shark Shack Backpackers to downtown Mossel Bay?

Shark Shack Backpackers is 4 mi away from Mossel Bay.

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