Jungle Monkey Backpackers (Port St Johns, South Africa): See 15 Reviews and 30 Photos

Also Known As:: Jungle Monkey And The Island Backpackers Hotel; Jungle Monkey And The Island Backpackers Hotel Port St Johns

Address: 3 Berea Road, Port St Johns, South Africa

Region: South Africa > Eastern Cape > Port St Johns

Amenities:

Bar/Lounge Beach Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Restaurant Shuttle Bus service Swimming Pool

Hotel Style:

Ranked #5 of 12 Speciality lodging in Port St Johns

Price range (per night): RM53 - 87

Official Description (provided by the hotel):: Jungle Monkey is situated in the rugged and untouched heart of the Wild Coast, in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. Here, we are still impressed by what nature brings forth patiently and by the result of its rejuvenation. Port St. Johns is home to many rare species. Watch the parrots or go on a boat trip to see whales and dolphins during the sardine run.The stunning views and tranquil surroundings invite to go exploring. Stroll through the traditional Pondo villages or climb the rolling hills with our guides. We offer light hikes as well as adventurous full day trips.Enjoy a swim in our pools, sleep in our comfortable doubles, triples, the safari tent, dormitories or camp in the garden.Our restaurant offers a broad selection of hearty meals and the vibey bar invites to settle down after an adventurous day. Enjoy regular live performances by local artists or jam together on our fully equipped band stand. Use our instruments or bring your own.Just remember when the Pondo Fever strikes, you might never want to leave again. ... more less

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Daisy656

New Orleans, Louisiana

1 review

1 helpful vote

“Beautiful Place”

Reviewed 13 May 2013

Jungle Monkey is the most lovely backpackers I have been to in SA, our stay was very memorable and had a great time. The room we stayed in was perfect and clean and the view was beautiful. All the staff we met all were so friendly and fun, especially on our hikes and trips. I cant wait to go back... More

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GKlungers

Cape Town Central, South Africa

2 helpful votes

“Great getaway!”

Reviewed 29 April 2013

Whenever I am in the neighbourhood (which is not as often as I would like) I always pull in to Jungle Monkey. Great place with heaps of live music, stunning hikes and awesome ocean boat rides. Plenty choice in accommodation types great deck with ocean view and a very lively bar. TIP: go during the Sardine Run and watch the... More

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thank you :) We are looking forward to see you again soon! More

Hadlow518

Bloemfontein, South Africa

“THE MOST TERRIBLE TIME”

Reviewed 2 April 2013

Well, to start of with the photo's which are on the internet is not the same as for the place!!!Our booking was confirmed by jungle monkey, but we dide not get our rooms we booked for, but still paid the same amount of money of a little crammy place,which was covered with the ants!!! The hygiene of the place is... More

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We are very sorry you were not happy with your stay at Jungle Monkey, which is situated on the Wild Coast, between Ocean, Mountain and Jungle. In this area you will find geckos, spiders, snakes, bugs and even ants. Clearly our cleaners will try to avoid having them in your room at check- in but since we live where we... More

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“Ants everywhere..”

Reviewed 1 January 2013 via mobile

During our holiday in SA we came to PSJ and so to Jungle Monkey(JM). At first sight the property looks cool and clean but when you come to the rooms and the shared kitchen, ants are everywhere, even in the broadtoaster. During our holiday we are keen on doing daytrips organised by the hostel. We asked JM several times for... More

Franken-Uli

Simmelsdorf

“Great hospitality - perfect place to be !!”

Reviewed 29 November 2012

Hi travellers, we have been to the jungle monkey backpackers for two nights during our journey through SA this November 2012. In our opinion a well kept and clean accommodation that is worth to be visited for a stay in Port St. Johns. The room called "monkey view" with a great view to the jungle and the surrounding mountains from... More

michellangelo31

“disgusting ensuite room”

Reviewed 28 November 2012 via mobile

Jungle Monkeys was our third backpacker. After great experiences in Chintsa and coffee Bay we met a new kind of backpacker on our route. We stayed in a unacceptable dirty and disgusting room. It was a tiny shed in the garden, there was gecko [--] everywhere, it seemed that the last cleaning was a long time ago. Now we are... More

Our ensuite garden cabin has been renovated in the meantime and is all nice and shiny now :) More

IssyE

Tel Aviv

Senior Contributor

34 reviews

17 hotel reviews

Reviews in 19 cities

12 helpful votes

“Great place to hang out at night”

Reviewed 21 July 2012 via mobile

Coolest place in PSJ come at weekend nights for live music , fire , beer and good time Very friendly stuff and owner. Don't forget to check out the great massage by aiisha, Enjoy local beer and dance with great people

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Zosia H

Edmonton, Canada

3 reviews

3 hotel reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

“Dirty”

Reviewed 15 February 2012

My husband and I have been traveling in South Africa for 2 weeks now and we have stayed in some great places but Jungle Monkey is by far the worst place so far. We have a room/cabin with our own shower. It stinks and is very dirty. Terrible. Can't wait to leave tomorrow morning.

bluepassion264

Boca Raton, Florida

Top Contributor

56 reviews

49 hotel reviews

Reviews in 48 cities

46 helpful votes

“welcoming friendly place in a beautiful setting”

Reviewed 30 December 2011

We really enjoyed our 3 days here and wish we could have stayed longer. We stayed in a double room with shared showers & bathroom. The room was airy and comfortable with a fan provided. The on site restaurant is good and convienent, though kitchen facilities are available. The owners Mike & Hennie greet you personally and even take you... More

bonzodoodah

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

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13 reviews

Reviews in 6 cities

9 helpful votes

“BEST hostel in the WORLD”

Reviewed 2 October 2011

I stayed at this hostel with friends a while back but had to review it. I have been many places around the world and this hostel was simply breath-taking. AMAZING views. They had a stage that we played on with other travellers and the owner once took us for a hike (nearly got us killed!!) The dog was awesome…like a... More

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