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Shark Shack Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Mossel Bay with free parking

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Terrace/patio
Shared Dormitory
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Front of property

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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15 Marsh St, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500
  • Cape St. Blaize Cave
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • St Blaize Hiking Trail
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Santos Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • George (GRJ)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Shared Dormitory

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Fridge
Ceiling fan
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bath and shower
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Stovetop
Oven
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Mossel Bay

At Shark Shack Backpackers you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Mossel Bay Harbour and Dias Museum. Highlights at this hostel include free in-room WiFi. .This hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Mossel Bay hostel include Diaz Musuem and Santos Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Mossel Bay Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cape St. Blaize Cave - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St Blaize Hiking Trail - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santos Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 3 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Blu - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coffee @ Work - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪C&P Coffee Roasters - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Hennie’s - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Carola Ann's - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Shark Shack Backpackers

Hostel in Mossel Bay with free parking
As a guest of Shark Shack Backpackers, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Shark Shack Backpackers also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

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

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
Shark Shack Backpackers offers 22 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and a ceiling fan. This Mossel Bay hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Fridges and microwaves are provided. An iron/ironing board and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return 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
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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 and cash
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, Mastercard and cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Shark Shack Backpackers?

Yep, Shark Shack Backpackers has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Shark Shack Backpackers?

The closest beach to Shark Shack Backpackers is Santos Beach (1.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shark Shack Backpackers?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shark Shack Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shark Shack Backpackers?

No, pets are not allowed.