Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel for sun and fun

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Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

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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 | In-room safe

Overview of Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

Reviews
8.2

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The price is ₹1,870
Price available on 03/04/2024

Check out the area

Mossel Bay, In the heart of The Garden Route, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500
  • Popular LocationSantos Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationPavilion Restaurant1 min walk
  • Popular LocationC & P Craft Coffee Roasters14 min walk
  • Popular LocationCafé Vintcent14 min walk
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Room options

Standard Twin Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Single Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 7 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Executive Suite

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Executive Room

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Superior Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Fridge
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Double Room Single Use

cleanliness

Highlights

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

Standard Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 5 sq m
  • Ocean 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 snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and skydiving.

What's nearby

  • Santos Beach - 1 min walk
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 4 min drive
  • Mossel Bay Golf Club - 4 min drive
  • Cape St. Blaize Cave - 4 min drive
  • Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Resort - 7 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 such as 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, features ocean views and light fare. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in reception.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and meeting rooms
  • Wedding services, barbecues and a computer station
Room features
All guest rooms at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel have amenities, such as safes.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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–10 AM 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
  • 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

  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Floor

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

Payment types at the property

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: from approximately ZAR 52.00 for adults and from 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 any lifts
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 28 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel on 3 Apr 2024 start from ₹1,870.06, 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?

Checkout 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 miles (3 km).

Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 138 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 138 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

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

8/10 Good

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
water in shower could be more warm, but anything else was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Different and interesting
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mrs sharon

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magda

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Gina

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms have a nice view. The staff is very busy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dalene

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022