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Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
Beachfront hostel for sun and fun

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (16 Bed) | Beach/ocean view
Standard Double Room | View from room
Executive Suite | Garden view
Standard Double Room | In-room safe
Standard Twin Room | In-room safe

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The price is SAR 95
SAR 109 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 January 2025

Room options

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room | Exterior

Single Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 7 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe

Executive Suite

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room | In-room safe

Family Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Refrigerator
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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In-room safe

Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 18 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room | In-room safe

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Rainfall showerhead
In-room safe
  • 5 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Mossel Bay, In the heart of The Garden Route, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500

What's nearby

  • Santos Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Mossel Bay Harbour - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Mossel Bay Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Cape St. Blaize Cave - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blue Shed Coffee Roastery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Santos Beach, Mossel Bay - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Merchant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Checkers - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kaai 4 - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

Hostel by the ocean
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a library at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel. With amenities like a white sand beach and beachfront dining, this hostel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Fork and Train, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and ocean views. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a fireplace in the lobby.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Free self parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a computer station, and barbecue grills
  • 1 meeting room, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel offer amenities such as safes.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–10 AM: ZAR 62.00 for adults and ZAR 62.00 for children
  • 1 restaurant
  • 1 bar

Restaurants on site

  • Fork and Train

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • No housekeeping
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: ZAR 100.00 per stay

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

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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 Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel located?

Located in Mossel Bay, this beachfront hostel is in the historical district and within 1 mi (2 km) of Santos Beach, Mossel Bay Harbour, and Dias Museum. Diaz Beach and Botlierskop Private Game Reserve are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 162 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 162 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

DANIELLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hanns

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

10/10 Excellent

Rixi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherina

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Katharine

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Roland

Traveled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Salie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Epic train stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noncedo Teressa

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cornelis

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sandra

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claes Patrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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

8/10 Good

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Johan

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Johannes

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARLISE

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Luzuko

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MNR SW

Traveled with family
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

6/10 Okay

david

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023