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Some of the best backpacker spots in Ethels Drive

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Located in Ethels Drive, Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge offers panoramic views over the Northern Drakensberg. The quirky hostel has a rock pool, hot tub and a restaurant. Free WiFi is available.

The individually decorated rooms at Amphitheatre Backpackers are fitted with a fan, tea-and-coffee making facilities, linen and towels. Some of the rooms have access to a communal bathroom. Some rooms are located in converted grain silos, using solar energy to heat the water

The ambiance!!! Super party and meeting nice South African people The food, the massages, the nice staff

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515 reviews
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Ethels Drive

  • Avg. price/night: RUB 3,111
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 515 reviews
    Great location with parking to explore the surrounding mountains Very nice options of guided day trips to Cathedral Peak, Lesotho, Tugela Falls
    Chiara
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 3,111
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 515 reviews
    Such a great location, really unreal
    Chelsea
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 3,111
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 515 reviews
    Meeting place for young backpackers. Large area. Braai facilities. Swimming pool. Cheap and tasty food. Easy location for hiking. Friendly staff.
    jeremy
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 3,111
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 515 reviews
    Very diverse accommodation options, lovely grounds and facilities, great excursions, nice staff, and excellent opportunities to connect with fellow travelers. This is not just a youth hostel. It’s for all.
    James
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 8,050
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,420 reviews
    Magnificent views. Great location. Friendly and helpful staff. Very clean and neat in the rooms and the resort. Very tranquil.
    Amith
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 8,050
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,420 reviews
    Great location, a beautiful place with beautiful hiking trails
    Mziwoxolo
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 3,111
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 515 reviews
    Such a cool backpackers. Friendly staff. Great hiking.
    sara-lee
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 3,111
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 515 reviews
    The backpackers is not near the Amphitheatre walk!! It is a two hour drive away from the start of the walk. The hostel itself was at a beautiful location and was what we expected in terms of cleanliness (it is cheaper than other locations and a hostel). Nice vibes.
    Rachel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 3,111
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 515 reviews
    We had a great time at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge! Very kind and professionell staff, fair prices, good food and a great view on the mountains. Group activities were great to meet new people and to explore the mountains.
    Sebastian
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 3,111
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 515 reviews
    We came during a calm period so not every dish was available - what is totally okay. We spend the evening at the bar which is simply an amazing place on its own. The pasta and salad were also good and worth the prize. As we only stayed for one night we booked the cheapest option ( bunk beds) ...although the room was clean we do think that somewhere else you get more for your money considering that bathroom and kitchen are for communal use.
    Kathrin
    Young couple