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Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation

3.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Plettenberg Bay hostel

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Enjoy a serene coastal view from this patio, featuring a picnic table and comfortable seating.
Enjoy a compact living space with a kitchenette, dining table, and sofa, perfect for a comfortable stay.
Relax in this spacious room with a comfortable sofa set, wooden coffee table, and large windows offering a view.
Relax in this serene space with a large bed and flat-screen TV, plus a balcony with a sliding glass door.
Compact kitchen with gas stove, refrigerator, and ample storage.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
15 Park Lane, Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape, 6600
  • Plettenberg Bay Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Goose Valley Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Robberg Nature Reserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Twin Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Living area | 32-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Rooiberg Twin | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Rooiberg Twin

  • 97 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 32-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Family Double Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Outeniqua double en-suite | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Outeniqua double en-suite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Double Room | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Double Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Plettenberg Bay

Close to airport.Within a 15-minute walk of the hostel, you'll find St Peters Anglican Church and Van Plettenberg Beacon. Old Timber Shed and Plettenberg Bay Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Plettenberg Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Adventure Land - Water Slides and Play Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Plettenberg Bay Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Goose Valley Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Robberg Nature Reserve - 9 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nineteen 89 Plett - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le Fournil De Plett Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Adi’s Kitchen - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Seakrit Spot - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cornuti Al Mare - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Plettenberg Bay hostel
As a guest of Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Plettenberg Bay hostel.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation offers 8 accommodations. 32-cm flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is offered on request and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • TV in common areas
  • Wine tours

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-cm flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation to the airport?

Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation is 4.9 mi (10-min drive) away from the Plettenberg Bay (PBZ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation?

As of Jul 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation on Jul 31, 2025 start from $28.45, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation.

How close is Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation to the beach?

This hostel is a short 14-minute walk from Plettenberg Bay Beach and 8.3 mi (16-min drive) from Arch Rock Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation offer free breakfast?

Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation have a pool?

Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation does not have a pool.

Does Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation to downtown Plettenberg Bay?

Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation is 0.2 mi away from Plettenberg Bay.

Amakaya Backpackers Travelers Accommodation Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 13 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Room was kind of smallish and not the most comfortable. WIFI could have been better.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Till

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

backpacker

the owner needs to make unscheduled spot checks!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

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

Top stay

The staff make this place a top stay. Thank you Stephanie and Jason.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

David, UK

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

Best Backpacker in Plett

This place is all about the staff. They made my stay. Professional, helpful, knowledgeable and always prepared to go that extra mile and always with a smile in their face. They deserve to be paid so much more.

8/10 Good

Deon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Over night

Just an over night stop over on our way to Cape Town

8/10 Good

Gareth J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was just a stopover for me. Staff were very friendly, accomodation and service was great for what I paid. Basic breakfast also included.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Good budget option

Nice place, cheap and walking distance to resturants and shops

10/10 Excellent

Gordon, San Francisco

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

Wonderful stay, wonderful staff. 5 stars

The rooms and bathroom were well kept. The staff is exceptional. They will help you book your trips and also get you discounts where applicable. The staff is really top notch. They will recommend restaurants and activities for you to do if you run out of ideas. You can mingle with everyone there, which made the stay really enjoyable and felt a little like home for the 5 days that we were there. Overall, best backpackers that I have been to so far.

2/10 Terrible

Dominik

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gammelt, slidt og beskidt.

Knap så rent, knap så komfortabelt. Ikke pengene værd. Halv pris, og det havde matchet omgivelserne.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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