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Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel for sun and fun

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Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (16 Bed) | Beach/ocean view
Single Room | Exterior
View from room
Daily English breakfast (ZAR 52.00 per person)
Standard Twin Room

Overview of Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Check out the area

Map
Mossel Bay, In the heart of The Garden Route, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500
  • Popular LocationSantos Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBotlierskop Private Game Reserve4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMossel Bay Golf Club4 min drive
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Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 108 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room | Exterior

Single Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 75 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe

Executive Suite

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 215 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 215 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 215 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 194 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 54 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Mossel Bay

Located in Mossel Bay, Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel is in the historical district and on the beach. Diaz Musuem and Great Brak River Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mossel Bay Harbour and St Blaize Hiking Trail. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with skydiving and cave exploring.
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What's nearby

  • Santos Beach - 1 min walk
  • Mossel Bay Harbour - 19 min walk
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 4 min drive
  • Mossel Bay Golf Club - 4 min drive
  • Cape St. Blaize Cave - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Merchant - 17 min walk
  • The Blue Shed Coffee Roastery - 3 min drive
  • Mugg & Bean - 19 min walk
  • Mossel Bay Oyster Bar - 3 min drive
  • Hennie’s - 15 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 white sand beach 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), wedding services, and 1 meeting room
  • A TV in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills
Room features
All guestrooms at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel offer amenities such as safes.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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 for a fee: ZAR 52 for adults and ZAR 52 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

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

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:

  • 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 52.00 for adults and ZAR 52.00 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 does it cost to stay at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

As of Apr 26, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel on Apr 29, 2024 start from CA $30.38, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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: 2:00 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 1 mi (2 km) of Santos Beach, Mossel Bay Harbour, and Dias Museum. Diaz Beach and Botlierskop Private Game Reserve are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 139 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Johan

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Johannes

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARLISE

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Luzuko

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MNR SW

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved staying at the Santos Express. The staff were all very friendly and everything was clean. During the Ironman Weekend the restaurant might look at offering a different pasta menu for the athletes staying at the train.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

david

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023