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Seals Backpackers

2.0 star property
Family-friendly hostel with a golf course and spa services

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Children's play area - outdoor
Bar (on property)
Full Stop | Living area | TV
Full Stop | Living area | TV
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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Da Gama Road, Cape Saint Francis, Eastern Cape, 6313
  • Seal Point Lighthouse
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Port St. Francis
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • St. Francis Bay Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cape Saint Francis

Seals Backpackers places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Seal Point Lighthouse and Port St. Francis. This 13-room hostel has conveniences like a restaurant, a golf course, and an outdoor pool.
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What's nearby

  • Seal Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Port St. Francis - 6 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • St. Francis Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • St. Francis Bay Golf Club - 10 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • St. Francis Links - 12 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Christy's Catch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Chokka Block Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rambling Rose - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪St Francis Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Big Time Taverna - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Seals Backpackers

Family-friendly hostel with a golf course and spa services
Guests staying at Seals Backpackers enjoy access to a golf course, an outdoor pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available on request) for ZAR 900 per person one-way. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this golf hostel include a business center, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.
Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Patios, electric kettles, and free toiletries are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hostel include a golf course and an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials, and body scrubs.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 75 to 130 for adults and ZAR 50 to 65 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Golf course
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10 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 AM - 7 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 75.00 to 130 for adults, and ZAR 50 to 65 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 900 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 450 (one-way), (from 1 to 12 years old)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-9 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hostel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Seals Backpackers Hostel Cape Saint Francis
Seals Backpackers Hostel
Seals Backpackers Cape Saint Francis
Seals Backpackers Cape Saint Francis
Seals Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Seals Backpackers?

This hostel is located in Cape Saint Francis, close to Seal Point Lighthouse, St. Francis Bay Beach, and St. Francis Links. You'll also find Port St. Francis and St. Francis Bay Golf Club nearby.

Will I be able to park at Seals Backpackers?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa available at Seals Backpackers?

Spa services at the hostel include deep-tissue massages, body scrubs, mani/pedis, and facials.

Does Seals Backpackers have a casino on the premises?

No, Seals Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Seals Backpackers?

No, this hostel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Seals Backpackers good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hostel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Does Seals Backpackers have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Seals Backpackers have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Seals Backpackers serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Seals Backpackers allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Seals Backpackers though service animals are welcome.

Does Seals Backpackers have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Seals Backpackers?

Yes, every room at Seals Backpackers comes with a patio with some featuring sea or garden views.

Does Seals Backpackers host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at Seals Backpackers if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

Seals Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

mbulelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

DANDO

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The bathroom needs a lot of attention-upgrade

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindeka

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Ok - but needs a facelift!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Clarissa

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Hot place

Hard place to find. No signs on the street. We were lucky we found it. We got in the reception by the wrong door and an old lady screamed at us. The place is pretty hot. No fan or AC. But we were travelling on a budget. Worth the price we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Cape st francis resort

Boendet är trångt och lite slitet,men rent.Fantastskt trevlig personal på resturangen och receptionen.Området är fint med superhärliga stränder.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2018