Title: Buccaneers Backpackers - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Buccaneers Backpackers Dance under the stars at this lively retreat or unwind by the pool after a rejuvenating massage. Take advantage of easy access to local attractions. ## Photo gallery for Buccaneers Backpackers ![Outdoor pool - Buccaneers Backpackers (Great Kei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11030000/11029300/11029299/60235ddc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Sea view Cabin (9) | Balcony - Buccaneers Backpackers (Great Kei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11030000/11029300/11029299/3910c38b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Buccaneers Backpackers (Great Kei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11030000/11029300/11029299/75da71c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Sea View En-Suites (1) | Terrace/patio - Buccaneers Backpackers (Great Kei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11030000/11029300/11029299/8f697932.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Family Garden view cottage (2 bedrooms) (11) | Terrace/patio - Buccaneers Backpackers (Great Kei)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11030000/11029300/11029299/527e5924.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Buccaneers Backpackers offers a vibrant getaway with its on-site nightclub, poolside bar, and outdoor pool. Unwind with a massage or spa services, enjoy meals at the restaurant, and stay connected with WiFi in public areas; guests appreciate the convenient amenities like garden access and dry cleaning/laundry services. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pool - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 19 - Dec. 20](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=11029299&PinnedHotelID=11029299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-20&selected=11029299&PinnedHotelID=11029299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 20 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=11029299&PinnedHotelID=11029299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=11029299&PinnedHotelID=11029299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=11029299&PinnedHotelID=11029299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=11029299&PinnedHotelID=11029299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=11029299&PinnedHotelID=11029299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=11029299&PinnedHotelID=11029299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other perks include: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and ATM/banking services - Tour/ticket assistance, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage Room features All 85 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like safes. 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Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 7.6 Good 256 reviews CA $56 CA $65 total includes taxes & fees Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-09&endDate=2026-01-10&selected=8402090&PinnedHotelID=8402090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 65 per person - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar - A restaurant ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Nightclub - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Living room - Outdoor pool - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Conveniences - ATM - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - Massage - Spa services ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Private or shared bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Electric kettle ### More - Living room - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM 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 7:30 AM - 10 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately ZAR 65.00 per person - Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 350 per person (one way) - Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee 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, debit cards, and cash 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 ### Property is also known as Buccaneers Backpackers Hostel Chintsa Buccaneers Backpackers Chintsa Buccaneers Lodge & Backpackers Hotel Cintsa Buccaneers Backpackers Hostel Great Kei Buccaneers Backpackers Great Kei Buccaneers Backpackers Great Buccaneers Backpackers Great Kei Buccaneers Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Buccaneers Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Great Kei ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Buccaneers Backpackers have a pool? ### Is Buccaneers Backpackers pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Buccaneers Backpackers? ### What time is check-out at Buccaneers Backpackers? ### Does Buccaneers Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Buccaneers Backpackers located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Buccaneers Backpackers Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 8.2 Staff & service ### 8.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 3, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Wunderschön gelegenes Hostel mit komfortablen und sauberen Zimmern. Das Essen ist super lecker und vielfältig. Das Personal ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Der Strand ist einfach idyllisch. Empfehlenswert ohne Einschränkung :) Immer wieder gerne! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lionel Oct 10, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Un vrai paradis !!! Un petit paradis au clame avec tout sur place pour faire sa cuisine, boire un verre, profitez de la vue sur la mer. Cours de surf tous les jours, bar pour les plus fetards, propreté irréprochable, équipement pour faire sa cuisine complet (des repas sont aussi proposés) Je le recommande les yeux fermés ##### lionel Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### YVONNE Aug 15, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Unit was quite run down. Location in nice dune forest. Have to wade through estuary to get to beach though. ##### YVONNE Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David, Johannesburg, South Africa May 21, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good value for money with the best view Awesome view. Incredible place to stay. Highly recommended. ##### David Stayed 1 night in May 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna Feb 2, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Härligt ställe! Härlig natur och ett mysigt boende där vi vaknade upp med havsutsikt. Fin frukost, bra utbud av aktiviteter. ##### Anna Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jerome Jul 7, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Fantastic ##### Jerome Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Apr 21, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service #### Vert unfriendly receptionist! Receptionist ignorred us on arrival. we had bugs in our bed. ##### Verified traveller ### 4/10 Poor #### Wolfi, Hamburg Apr 20, 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Oje Diese Anlage profitiert einzig von ihrer hervorragenden Lage. Alles ist alt, marode und schmutzig. ##### Wolfi ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Mar 29, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Great stop along east Cape Had a good one night stay, beautiful location and great food. Accomodation itself is spartan, no fans or aircon so can get a bit hot in the rooms by day. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric Feb 2, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonderful stay for a couple!! We stayed in one of the premium rooms with an incredible view over the lagoon and absolutely loved our stay. Got a wonderful massage, our laundry done, great food and drinks. We explored the beaches. Highly recommended for all. You need not rough it here - it was a premium feeling, great beds and service. ##### Eric ### 10/10 Excellent #### DOLLY, Pretoria Dec 15, 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A place to relax It was a wonderful experience ##### DOLLY ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roselia Jan 26, 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Roselia ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Nov 23, 2015 ##### Verified traveller