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The 10 Best Hostels in Wilderness, South Africa

Some of the best backpacker spots in Wilderness

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Situated in Wilderness, 200 metres from Wilderness Beach, Wilderness Beach House Backpackers Lodge features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. Located around 16 km from Lakes Area National Park, the hostel with free WiFi is also 18 km away from George Golf Club. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Super cool vibe Access to kitchen and or prepared food Spacious dorms Clean Beautiful setting Helpful staff - ask them to help get you rides to hikes or to the Map of Africa viewpoint!

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8.5
Very good
347 reviews
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£12
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Located in Wilderness, 17 km from Lakes Area National Park, The Wild Farm Backpackers provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around 22 km from George Golf Club, the hostel with free WiFi is also 25 km away from Outeniqua Pass. The hostel has a barbecue and mountain views, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar.

Spectacular view, incredible sunsets! Perfect for sundowners. The land is covered with native indigenous plants that are medicinal, and draw beautiful wildlife like sunbirds.

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7.7
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390 reviews
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Bordering the Wildeness National Park, Fairy Knowe Backpackers features a garden equipped with BBQ facilities. Guests will find a bar on site and can make use of the shared kitchen.

The banks of the Touw River are a 5-minute walk from Fairy Knowe Backpackers. Free private parking is available on site.

If you love nature, you'll definitely appreciate this bohemian like hostel in nature. They organise frequent open mike nights and they have a beautiful bar where locals come too. I loved the bonfire and the kayaktrip we did.

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7.8
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243 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 Wilderness

  • Avg. price/night: £81.05
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 647 reviews
    Great location, we felt extremely safe, great room and very well kept, the view is 10/10, super friendly staff and the breakfast was 12/10
    Seghen
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £61.85
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 706 reviews
    Beautiful property, very clean. Great location and felt very safe. Hosts and their furry friends were like talking to family
    Ellie
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £36.26
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 347 reviews
    Amazing view, Good vibes and friendly staff Safe Close to the beach and the road Cheap cocktails All in all not a bad choice
    Thomas
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £16.42
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 389 reviews
    Great Location and well built backpacker.
    Portia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £36.26
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 347 reviews
    Food options at the backpackers were great - simple pizzas, sandwiches and breakfast options and coffee. Staff were really friendly and the room was always clean. Location was excellent as the hostel is only a short walk from the beach.
    Samuel Benn
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £40.52
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 374 reviews
    Great location, safe parking, friendly staff and very clean
    Etienne
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £40.52
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 374 reviews
    great location and well presented with added personal touches. easy access from main road. short drive to shops and restaurants. beautiful setting and felt safe
    TONI
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £36.26
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 347 reviews
    We had a great moment at Wilderness Beach House Backpackers Lodge ! Located in a nice spot: you can see the ocean and hear the waves from your room :) A very peaceful beach is at 50m from the hostel. We spend our two nights at the hostel bar : the staff was super friendly and drinks very affordable. Would definitely recommend it !
    Cécile
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £36.26
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 347 reviews
    Really social hostel. The staff was great and on thursdays they have an open mic with very talented locals, So that was cool. Met a lot of cool people here to do hikes with. Best hostel on the Garden Route so far!
    Fabien
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £36.26
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 347 reviews
    One of the best hostels where I've ever stayed. Nice relaxed traveller vibe, helpful staff, comfortable bed and the ocean view is amazing!
    Laura
    Solo traveller