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Afriski Backpackers

2.0 star property
Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Lake view
Living area
Exterior
Shared fridge, microwave
Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Oxbow - Mapholaneng Rd, Letseng, Butha-Buthe
  • Place, Royal Natal National Park
  • Place, Tugela Falls
  • Place, AfriSki
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds

Basic Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Basic Room, Multiple Beds

Basic Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Basic Room, Multiple Beds

Basic Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 10
  • 10 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Letseng

Afriski Backpackers places you 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from AfriSki. This 28-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • AfriSki - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Letseng Diamond Mine - 34 min drive - 23.0 miles
  • Liphofung Caves - 48 min drive - 31.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Gondola Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sky Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Afriski Backpackers

Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge
Guests of Afriski Backpackers enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can help with dry cleaning or laundry, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this ski hostel include a water dispenser, a communal living room, and a picnic area.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: ZAR 65 to 145 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • CoolerBox
  • Gondola Cafe
  • Sky Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Downhill skiing
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Rock climbing
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski lessons
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Snowboarding
  • Ziplining

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area

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 (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

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  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:30 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

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 cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately ZAR 65 to 145 per person

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 6:30 AM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Afriski Backpackers Letseng
Afriski Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Afriski Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Letseng

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Afriski Backpackers?

This hostel is located in Letseng, close to AfriSki.

Is parking available on site at Afriski Backpackers?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Afriski Backpackers include a casino on the premises?

No, Afriski Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Afriski Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Is Afriski Backpackers a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hostel, including a bar, a restaurant, and ski lessons.

Are there hot tubs at Afriski Backpackers?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Afriski Backpackers have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Afriski Backpackers serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Sky Restaurant.

Does Afriski Backpackers allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Afriski Backpackers.

Are there connecting rooms at Afriski Backpackers?

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

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

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Afriski Backpackers.

Afriski Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

6.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Béatrice

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025