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Shark Shack Backpackers

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets
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Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Room options

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Shared Dormitory | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Mossel Bay

Shark Shack Backpackers places you within a 10-minute stroll of St Blaize Hiking Trail and Mossel Bay Harbour. The 22 rooms at this hostel include refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles.
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What's nearby

  • Mossel Bay Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St Blaize Hiking Trail - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cape St. Blaize Cave - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Santos Beach - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delfinos Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Carola Ann's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪King Fisher Seafood Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Merchant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Krotoa - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Shark Shack Backpackers

Shark Shack Backpackers features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for ZAR 250 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and concierge services. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and barbecue grills.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 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.
  • 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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.

Property class

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Shark Shack Backpackers?

This hostel in Mossel Bay is within a 10-minute walk of Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse, St Blaize Hiking Trail, and Mossel Bay Harbour. You'll also find Cape St. Blaize Cave and Cape Saint Blaize Artisanal Distillery less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Shark Shack Backpackers?

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

Does Shark Shack Backpackers feature a casino?

No, Shark Shack Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Shark Shack Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What do couples enjoy most about Shark Shack Backpackers?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like concierge services and a firepit plus some rooms include a separate bathtub and shower.

Does Shark Shack Backpackers have a hot tub?

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

Does Shark Shack Backpackers have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Shark Shack Backpackers doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Shark Shack Backpackers allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shark Shack Backpackers.

Does Shark Shack Backpackers have connecting rooms available?

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

How close is the airport from Shark Shack Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Shark Shack Backpackers is George (GRJ), which is about 18.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Shark Shack Backpackers?

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