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Shark Shack Backpackers

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Front of property
Interior detail
Double Room
Interior

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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15 Marsh St, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500
  • Place, Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Mossel Bay Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape St. Blaize Cave
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, George (GRJ)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory

Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Mossel Bay

At Shark Shack Backpackers you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of St Blaize Hiking Trail and Mossel Bay Harbour. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Mossel Bay hostel include Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse and Cape St. Blaize Cave.
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What's nearby

  • Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Mossel Bay Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape St. Blaize Cave - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St Blaize Hiking Trail - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santos Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Blu - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The London Bus Fish And Chips Company - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Shed Coffee Roastery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Sea Gypsy Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪La Peron - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Shark Shack Backpackers

As a guest of Shark Shack Backpackers, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Shark Shack Backpackers also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Shark Shack Backpackers offers 22 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a ceiling fan. This Mossel Bay hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and microwaves are provided. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
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 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 250 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Firewood fee: ZAR 20 per day

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 and cash
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, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Shark Shack Backpackers Mossel
Shark Shack Backpackers Mossel Bay
Shark Shack Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Shark Shack Backpackers?

Yep, Shark Shack Backpackers has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Shark Shack Backpackers?

The closest beach to Shark Shack Backpackers is Santos Beach (1.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shark Shack Backpackers?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shark Shack Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shark Shack Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.

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