Title: Seals Backpackers - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Seals Backpackers Family-friendly hostel with a golf course and spa services ![Children's play area - outdoor](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19857800/19857728/cef6d6fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Full Stop | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19857800/19857728/65fe0dc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19857800/19857728/c7a6eb9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Full Stop | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19857800/19857728/908862f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19860000/19857800/19857728/e1fe5d00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Seals Backpackers offers outdoor adventure and comfort. Enjoy mountain biking and horseback riding by day, then recover with a sports massage or facial at the spa. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Saint-Francis-Hotels-Seals-Backpackers.h19857728.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FCape-Saint-Francis-Hotels-Seals-Backpackers.h19857728.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-34.19692%2C24.83566&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iS3FOO-iI2W3Lr9GgOZn-ORhxPM=) Da Gama Road, Cape Saint Francis, Eastern Cape, 6313 #### What's nearby - Seal Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 2.1 km - Port St. Francis - 6 min drive - 2.8 km - St. Francis Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 4.5 km - St. Francis Bay Golf Club - 10 min drive - 5.8 km - St. Francis Links - 12 min drive - 6.2 km #### Getting around - Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 100 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪ST Francis Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive - ‪Quay Side Pub - ‬7 min drive - ‪Rambling Rose - ‬10 min drive - ‪Chokka Block - ‬7 min drive - ‪Vin De Boeuf - ‬9 min drive ## About this property ### Seals Backpackers Family-friendly hostel Take advantage of a golf course, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace at Seals Backpackers. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like horseback riding and cycling at this hostel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a facial, or a manicure/pedicure. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Babysitting (surcharge), barbecue grills, and wedding services Room features All guestrooms at Seals Backpackers include amenities such as free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Patios, cookware/dishes/utensils, and electric kettles ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11840000/11833400/11833321/2977f100.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Mandyville Jeffreys Bay - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Business services 9.0 Wonderful 45 reviews CA $118 CA $137 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=11833321&PinnedHotelID=11833321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request - Area shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Food and drink - Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 75 to 130 for adults and ZAR 50 to 65 for children - A bar/lounge - A coffee shop/cafe - A restaurant ### Things to do - Bicycle rentals - Golf course - Hiking/biking trails - Horseback riding/rentals - Mountain biking - Outdoor pool - Playground - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Babysitting (surcharge) - Grocery/convenience store - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground ### Conveniences - Free newspapers in lobby - Gift shop/newsstand - Grocery/convenience store - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk - Shared microwave - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Business center - Computer station - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Spa - Body scrubs - Deep-tissue massages - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Spa treatment rooms - Sports massages ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking ### More - Designated smoking areas - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Limited room service ### More - Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 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 AM - 7 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 75.00 to 130 for adults, and ZAR 50 to 65 for children - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 900 per person (one-way) - Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 450 (one-way), (from 1 to 12 years old) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as Seals Backpackers Hostel Cape Saint Francis Seals Backpackers Hostel Seals Backpackers Cape Saint Francis Seals Backpackers Cape Saint Francis Seals Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Seals Backpackers have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### Is Seals Backpackers pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Seals Backpackers? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Seals Backpackers? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Seals Backpackers? > Check-out is at 10 AM. ### Does Seals Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7 AM–6 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 900 per person applies. ### Where is Seals Backpackers located? > This family-friendly Cape Saint Francis hostel is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Seal Point Lighthouse and Port St. Francis. St. Francis Bay Beach and St. Francis Links are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question