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Located just a 15-minute walk from Central Beach, Nothando Backpackers Lodge features a garden, shared lounge area and fireplace for BBQs. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The rooms all come with garden views, heating and tea-and-coffee making facilities. Some include a private bathroom, and other rooms have access to a shared bathroom. Guests are free to use the shared kitchen, lounge, bar and BBQ facilities. There is also a tour desk and transport service to a number of adventure activities such as Monkeyland and Face Adrenalin bungy jump bridge. Nothando Backpackers Lodge is located only 1640 feet from the Plettenberg Bay Central Business District, and 0.6 mi from the Birds of Eden aviary. Plettenberg Bay Airport is 5 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
1 full bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Cristian
    Romania Romania
    Everything is amazing there. The owners are the kindest people I've ever met. I traveled in more than 115 countries but I've never met so nice people. The room was very clean, comfortable.. Vinthi, the owner, is the entire day around, she helped...
  • Nanami24
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The location of the lodge is very strategic - it is super close to the main street. Vinthi, the owner, and her family members are super lovely - They helped me call some restaurants and check whether they sell bobotie. That's super nice of the...
  • Altona
    Greece Greece
    We really like the place and we would like to come back again. It is a very cozy and clean place and the location was very good. The owner, Vinthi, is a super nice and helpful lady. She had great recommendations for the Plett area. She also...

Area info

Amenities of Nothando Backpackers Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Airport shuttle
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
  • Beach
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Lockers
    • Private check-in/out
    • Tour desk
    • Car rental
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Safe
    General
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Spa
    • Massage chair
    Languages Spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • English

    House rules

    Nothando Backpackers Lodge takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Diners Club American Express Cash Debit card Nothando Backpackers Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please note that the total price of the reservation will be charged on the day of booking for 1-night stays.

    Dear visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

    FAQs about Nothando Backpackers Lodge

    • Nothando Backpackers Lodge is 800 feet from the center of Plettenberg Bay. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The nearest beach is 0.7 miles from Nothando Backpackers Lodge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Nothando Backpackers Lodge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Water park
      • Walking tours
      • Bar crawls
      • Massage chair
      • Horseback riding
      • Bicycle rental
      • Bike tours
      • Beach

    • The prices at Nothando Backpackers Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Nothando Backpackers Lodge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.