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Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Beach hostel with private beach and restaurant

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Standard Twin Room
View from room
Indoor wedding
Executive Room | Beach/ocean view
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Mossel Bay, In the heart of The Garden Route, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500
  • Place, Santos Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mossel Bay Harbour
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, George (GRJ)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 5 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe

Double Room Single Use

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Refrigerator
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
Separate sitting area
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Refrigerator
  • 20 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe

Executive Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
Separate sitting area
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Refrigerator
  • 20 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe

Executive Suite

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Refrigerator
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room | Exterior

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 7 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Mossel Bay

Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel places you steps from Santos Beach and within a 15-minute stroll of Cape Saint Blaize Artisanal Distillery. Highlights at this beachfront hostel include a nearby private beach, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Fork and Train, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and laundry facilities. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Mossel Bay hostel include Mossel Bay Harbour and Dias Museum.
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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

  • ‪The Blue Shed Coffee Roastery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪La Peron - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Sea Gypsy Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tastebudds Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Carola Ann's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

Beach hostel with private beach and restaurant
A private beach is featured. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Mossel Bay hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel offers 34 accommodations with a safe.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 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 centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 62.00 for adults and from ZAR 62.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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 parking available at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

Yep, Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

Yep, Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel is a short 1-minute walk from Santos Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Is Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel is a hit with families.

Does Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

No, Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 191 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 191 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 191 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 191 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 191 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Arnd

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Booking was flexible. Price was cheap. Breakfast was good and included. Accomodation was very very simple. Shared shower and Toilette in separate cabins.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loraine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having a sea view all the time was an highlight for me The cabin windows was difficult to open and close
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lodewyk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it, especially falling asleep to the sound of the waves. Great breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service

Fond Memories on a train

Beautiful and nostalgic for overnight stay. Food service and staff is great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soné

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing experience!

Amazing experience staying on the train, perfect location right next to the beach and beautiful decoration! Could have done with ceiling fans as windows let bugs in but otherwise the perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Janya

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
No wifi in the rooms. Faulty plug in room 42. Continental breakfast was lovely. Overall stay was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

For a novel night, it’s fun! Whooo woooo!

We enjoyed our stay and breakfast - at an excellent price - but unfortunately my food at dinner - tagliatelli - was glutinous and almost inedible, so I sent back twice as much as I ate. Be aware that not all compartments have a sea view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Japie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The uniqueness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Petrus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Ms Annica

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bennie

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Penny

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

H M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic train accommodation and service

Excellent accommodation and service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

P.M.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay almost on the beach

Even though we were not "moving", it brought back childhood memories of the days we could go on a cheap 'sleep" train. Beautiful view from compartment windows and lovely balcony too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

MEV WJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing as always to stay at Santos Express. The staff is great. Good food, great views and a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carolyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

DANIELLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hanns

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A train
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Joleen

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rixi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024