[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel Beachfront hostel for sun and fun ![Standard Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/8cfb7c95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/025a110a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor wedding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/2b5f814b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Executive Room | Beach/ocean view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/1040b23b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/41732b87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel offers an oceanfront retreat with a white sand beach, library, and garden. The Fork and Train restaurant serves international cuisine with ocean views, and the lobby's fireplace creates a welcoming atmosphere for travelers. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Laundry - Free WiFi - Parking included - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 7 - Oct. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=8966799&PinnedHotelID=8966799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=8966799&PinnedHotelID=8966799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 8 - Oct. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=8966799&PinnedHotelID=8966799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&selected=8966799&PinnedHotelID=8966799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=8966799&PinnedHotelID=8966799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=8966799&PinnedHotelID=8966799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=8966799&PinnedHotelID=8966799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=8966799&PinnedHotelID=8966799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 8 of 8 rooms ![Standard Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/8cfb7c95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews ### Highlights Free rollaway/extra beds Rainfall showerhead In-room safe - 108 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Twin Bed ![Standard Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/91749d1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Free rollaway/extra beds Rainfall showerhead In-room safe - 54 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![In-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/cf9b13df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room Single Use 7.0 Good 2 reviews ### Highlights Private bathroom Rainfall showerhead Coffee/tea maker In-room safe - 194 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/63341ca4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Free rollaway/extra beds Refrigerator Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker In-room safe - 215 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![In-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/a3801e9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Free rollaway/extra beds Refrigerator Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer In-room safe - 215 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/a3801e9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Free rollaway/extra beds Refrigerator Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer In-room safe - 215 sq ft - Beach view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![In-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/d6d3c845.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Suite ### Highlights Free rollaway/extra beds Refrigerator Rainfall showerhead Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker In-room safe - 215 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Single Room | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8970000/8966800/8966799/bd52dce4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room 8.0 Very good 2 reviews ### Highlights Free rollaway/extra beds Rainfall showerhead In-room safe - 75 sq ft - Ocean view - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMossel-Bay-Hotels-Santos-Express-Train-Lodge-Hostel.h8966799.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMossel-Bay-Hotels-Santos-Express-Train-Lodge-Hostel.h8966799.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-34.17807%2C22.13686&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NIxylUcyDjbTYTOGhdhIMXdphC8=) Mossel Bay, In the heart of The Garden Route, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500 #### What's nearby - Santos Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Mossel Bay Harbour - 11 min walk - 1.0 km - Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km - Mossel Bay Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.7 km - Cape St. Blaize Cave - 3 min drive - 2.2 km #### Getting around - George (GRJ) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪La Peron - ‬13 min walk - ‪The Blue Shed Coffee Roastery - ‬20 min walk - ‪The Sea Gypsy Cafe - ‬9 min walk - Tastebudds Restaurant - ‪Coffee @ Work - ‬18 min walk ## About this property ### Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel Hostel by the ocean Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel. With amenities like a beachfront location and beachfront dining, this hostel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Fork and Train, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and ocean views. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby. Other perks at this hostel include: - Free self parking - English breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and a front-desk safe - Tour/ticket assistance, ATM/banking services, and barbecue grills Room features All guestrooms at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel offer amenities such as safes. ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1154500/1154475/8620ec4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Point Hotel & Spa Mossel Bay - Breakfast included - Spa - Pet-friendly - Parking included 7.4 Good 147 reviews CA $114 CA $135 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=1154475&PinnedHotelID=1154475&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33760000/33758300/33758292/794e630b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bettys Boutique Hotel Mossel Bay - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - 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Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 191 reviews CA $101 CA $117 total includes taxes & fees Oct 11 - Oct 12 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=3483243&PinnedHotelID=3483243&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1149600/1149595/aea3c26e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Protea Hotel by Marriott Mossel Bay Mossel Bay - Pool - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.8 Excellent 260 reviews CA $155 CA $180 total includes taxes & fees Nov 1 - Nov 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=1149595&PinnedHotelID=1149595&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 62 for adults and ZAR 62 for children - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Fork and Train ### Things to do - Library - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - ATM - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - No housekeeping service - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Business services - Computer station - Conference center - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - On the bay - On the beach - Terrace ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - 1 building - 1 floor - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Fireplace in lobby ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### More - Safe ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: ZAR 100.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 62.00 for adults and ZAR 62.00 for children 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; cash is not accepted ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Santos Express Train Lodge Hostel Mossel Bay Santos Express Train Lodge Hostel Santos Express Train Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel Mossel Bay ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel located? > Located in Mossel Bay, this beachfront hostel is in the historical district and within a 15-minute walk of Santos Beach and Cape Saint Blaize Artisanal Distillery. Mossel Bay Harbour and Dias Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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