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Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property

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Superior Double Room
Daily English breakfast for a fee
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Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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Mossel Bay, In the heart of The Garden Route, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500
  • Place, Santos Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dias Museum
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Mossel Bay Harbour
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, George (GRJ)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe

Double Room Single Use

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Beach view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe

Superior Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe

Executive Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Beach view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Single Room | Exterior

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 7 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Mossel Bay

Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel places you steps from Santos Beach and within a 15-minute stroll of Cape Saint Blaize Artisanal Distillery. Highlights at this beachfront hostel include a nearby private beach, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Fork and Train, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hostel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and laundry facilities. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Mossel Bay hostel include Dias Museum and Mossel Bay Harbour.
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What's nearby

  • Santos Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Diaz Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dias Museum - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cape Saint Blaize Artisanal Distillery - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mossel Bay Harbour - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Delfinos Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Gannet Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Merchant - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wimpy - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carola Ann's - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

A private beach is featured. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel offers 34 accommodations with a safe.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: ZAR 62 for adults and ZAR 62 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 service
  • 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

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 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 staffed during limited hours
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: ZAR 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately ZAR 62.00 for adults and from ZAR 62.00 for children

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; cash is not accepted
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • One child aged 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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 parking available at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

Yep, Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

Yep, Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel is a short 1-minute walk from Santos Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and body boarding. You can also find boat tours.

Is Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel is a hit with families.

Does Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

No, Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 193 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Kirstin Silke Imme-Mariel

A special experience. Very nice staff Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it, especially falling asleep to the sound of the waves. Great breakfast too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

H M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic train accommodation and service

Excellent accommodation and service
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MEV WJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing as always to stay at Santos Express. The staff is great. Good food, great views and a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Staff & service

Fond Memories on a train

Beautiful and nostalgic for overnight stay. Food service and staff is great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was unique bc you sleep in a train. And the view to the beach is spectacular.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing experience!

Amazing experience staying on the train, perfect location right next to the beach and beautiful decoration! Could have done with ceiling fans as windows let bugs in but otherwise the perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MNR SW

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a novelty idea and we really enjoyed it. Staff was very friendly and had a wonderful sense of humour. Will go back there any time!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Katharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quite basic accommodation, but I thought it was fun, and enjoyed looking out over the sea from my bed. Worth paying for the upper class cabin with en suite. A good place to stay if you need a bed in Mossel Bay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

P.M.

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay almost on the beach

Even though we were not "moving", it brought back childhood memories of the days we could go on a cheap 'sleep" train. Beautiful view from compartment windows and lovely balcony too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gina

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

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

What a pearl !

What a pearl , fun and very cheap Position on the beach, just a place to remember fondly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the breach. The hotel receptionist is amazing! We felt like we had a loving mother taking care of us! The calmars at the hostel restaurant was great. At the breakfast, the bread (made on-site) was awesome! Would definitely stay there again anytime!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Robin

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

8/10 Good

Arnd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Booking was flexible. Price was cheap. Breakfast was good and included. Accomodation was very very simple. Shared shower and Toilette in separate cabins.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hubert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I enjoyed it
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sibylle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great idea! We absolutely loved this extraordinary accommodation. It was like a little throw-back in time!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Janya

Liked: Staff & service
No wifi in the rooms. Faulty plug in room 42. Continental breakfast was lovely. Overall stay was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Japie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The uniqueness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience on The Santos Express

Really enjoyed my stay on The Santos Express train Royal coach. Very unique experience . Right next to the beach . Great outdoor space . Falling asleep to the sound of the sea and waking up to amazing view of the sea
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having a sea view all the time was an highlight for me The cabin windows was difficult to open and close
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billy

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

8/10 Good

Hanns

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A train
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

For a novel night, it’s fun! Whooo woooo!

We enjoyed our stay and breakfast - at an excellent price - but unfortunately my food at dinner - tagliatelli - was glutinous and almost inedible, so I sent back twice as much as I ate. Be aware that not all compartments have a sea view.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025