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Amakaya Backpackers Hostel

15 Park Lane, Plettenberg Bay 6600, South Africa
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Zurenborg, Antwerpen, Belgium
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

When I was there, It was very quiet, but it didn't really matter because the hosts were really outstanding. They made me food every night and took me for a walk on the beach with the dog. After that we went for a nice cup of coffee. I'd love to be there on season one time, to get the full... More

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Stellenbosch, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

It really felt like home. Very friendly staff. Excellent worth for you're money. Very clean and neat. Walking distance from town centre. There are braai fascilities for summer and winter time. So you can have a braai anytime of the year.

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

Gerhard and Terry made us feel very welcome. The rooms were clean and tidy, off street secure parking gave peace of mind and access to the heart of town and the beaches was super quick and easy. The guys and gals were helpful regs activities and maps etc... Enjoyed some time at the bar, longer than planned ;-) and met... More

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Farnborough, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Me and my partner stayed here for 2 nights and loved it so much we booked an extra two nights to stay!!! We had an amazing experience, Gerhandt and skye took great care of us, the nights were the best sat round the camp fire chilling and eating! They organized all our activities for us which made everything so easy.... More

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Amakaya, Owner at Amakaya Backpackers Hostel, responded to this review
3 May 2013

Hi Matthew Glad to hear that you both had such a good time in Plett. Thanks for staying with us. Regards Dave More

Curitiba, Parana, Brazil
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

We spent 3 nights there, and it was awesome! Amakaya is well located (a short walk to the main street and many sightseeings), the staff is helpful and provide lots of information about Plett and what to do in the city; they booked skydiving for us. The installations and the cabin we stayed were clean though very basic, the kitchen... More

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Amakaya, Owner at Amakaya Backpackers Hostel, responded to this review
3 May 2013

Hello Danielle I am glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and enjoyed the activities that were recommended to you. Please let us know what we can do to improve the following areas that you rated a 3 out of 5: Value Rooms Service This will be appreciated to enable us to improve the overall experience of... More

Dublin
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Stayed in Amakaya for one night. On arrival the owner was immediately very friendly introducing himself. Nice clean rooms eventhough they are basic. Very friendly night staff and a great atmosphere around the camp fire at night! There is a bar in the hostel and they were very helpful in recommending places for food and drinks. There was free wireless... More

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Cape Town Central, South Africa
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

The staff of this Backpackers were absolutely the most friendliest I have had during my trip! They helped me out with everything I wanted to know!. The room I stayed in was small but clean, also the bathroom was clean, 2 showers and 1 toilet for a 8 per. room.

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Knysna, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

My son and I enjoyed our stay at Amakaya. We had booked in advance to stay at Albergo, but upon arrival were told that my son was not (like I had been told over the phone) allowed to stay in a dorm room. Amakaya was able to help us at the last minute over the Easter weekend and in contrast... More

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Amakaya, Owner at Amakaya Backpackers Hostel, responded to this review
3 May 2013

Hello Nadja Glad that we could help you and you both enjoyed the stay with us. Regards Dave More

Cape Town Central, South Africa
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Nice Place! Very friendly staff, clean bed, what you want from a backpackers. Internet is free on a computer in the main loby (things from like 1995, but probably loads facebook like a champ) 20 rand for wireless ( USD $2.20 ). They don't have breakfast but will give you %10 off coupons for places you can get dinner and... More

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Amakaya, Owner at Amakaya Backpackers Hostel, responded to this review
7 April 2013

Hello Aaron Thanks for reviewing your stay with us. The computer is new and was bought in October 2012. It has limited capabilities because it is only intended as one for our guests to use for internet access. The only other items on this computer are the pictures of various activities for guest information. Sorry to hear about your bad... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

We stopped off for one night at Amakaya Backpackers on our way along the garden route and we were welcomed by friendly staff and shown a bright clean and comfortable room. The atmosphere was relaxed and social and everyone we met was friendly, the staff encourage everyone to socialize by lighting a fire and doing a Braii. There are comfortable... More

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Address: 15 Park Lane, Plettenberg Bay 6600, South Africa
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Region: South Africa > Western Cape > Plettenberg Bay
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Free Parking Kitchenette Shuttle Bus service Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #15 of 37 Speciality lodging in Plettenberg Bay
Price range (per night): RM72 - 229
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Amakaya Backpackers hostel & self-catering accommodation is 300 metres from the shops, restaurants, pubs, of Main Street Plettenberg Bay and 800m from the popular Central Beach.Our upstairs bar and open air veranda offers magnificent views of the Tsitsikamma mountain range, the lagoon and the bay. This is a great place to relax after a busy day’s activities or for the early risers to watch the sunrise. To keep yourself busy, visit our Adventure Centre where we will help arrange things to do, including tours to get you out and about in the Garden Route area. We will also arrange transport to these activities if you do not have your own. After dinner share your adventures around the bonfire with our other guests or just laze in the hammocks. ... more   less 
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