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Blue Skies Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Makhanda with free parking

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Exterior
Bar (on property)
Terrace/patio
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Refrigerator
Portable fan
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Electric kettle
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (7 Sleeper)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Portable fan
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Electric kettle
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed and 5 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Refrigerator
Portable fan
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Electric kettle
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (6 Sleeper)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Portable fan
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Electric kettle
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (4 Sleeper)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Portable fan
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Electric kettle
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Bungalow

Highlights

Refrigerator
Portable fan
4 bathrooms
Microwave
Electric kettle
Oven
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Cradock Road R350, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6140

What's nearby

  • St Andrew's College - 4 min drive
  • Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George - 5 min drive
  • Rhodes University - 5 min drive
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 7 min drive
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Highlander - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Major Fraser's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Botanic Gardens Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Blue Skies Backpackers

Property highlights
At Blue Skies Backpackers, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, outdoor furniture, and barbecue grills
  • Multilingual staff and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Blue Skies Backpackers include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • 4 bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 1 bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Guest services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Portable fan

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

More

  • 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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 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 at least 24 hours before arrival 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Blue Skies Backpackers Makhanda
Blue Skies Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Blue Skies Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Skies Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blue Skies Backpackers?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Skies Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Skies Backpackers?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Skies Backpackers located?

Situated in Makhanda, this hostel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Diocesan School for Girls, Amazwi South African Museum of Literature, and St Andrew's College. Rhodes University and South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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