Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge
R74, Northern Drakensberg, 3350 Ethels Drive, South Africa – Great location - show map
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 Meals including vegetarian options are available at the restaurant and cooked up using mostly ingredients grown in their organic vegetable garden. Live music and entertainment is offered on a regular basis and there are also barbecue facilities. Drinks and cocktails can be enjoyed at the bar. The hostel has a pool table, a gift shop, a sauna, and a communal TV lounge. Table tennis, hiking and cycling are just some of the activities you can enjoy at this property and in the surrounding area. Laundry services are available and staff can assist you with the organisation of tours, shuttles and guided hikes. Harrismith is a 10-minute drive away and Durban is 256 km from Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Bar
Availability
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Property practices
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Property surroundings
Restaurants1 restaurant on site
- Coral Tree Cafe
- CuisineAfrican • American • Pizza • Steakhouse • Local • International • European • South African
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Facilities of Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Toilet
- Shower
- Linen
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- Lake view
- View
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- ArcheryAdditional chargeOff-site
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Live music/performance
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinner nights
- Bike tours
- Walking tours
- Stand-up comedy
- Pub crawls
- Game drivesAdditional charge
- Evening entertainment
- Water sport facilities on site
- Entertainment staff
- Mini golfAdditional charge
- Horse ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Cycling
- Hiking
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Table tennis
- BilliardsAdditional charge
- Games room
- Fishing
- Golf course (within 3 km)Additional charge
- Dining area
- Seating Area
- Desk
- iPod dock
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Wine/champagneAdditional charge
- Kid meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
- Baby safety gates
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Pet bowls
- Grocery deliveries
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Private entrance
- Car hire
- Laptop safe
- Packed lunches
- Chapel/shrine
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Light therapy
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty Services
- Public Bath
- Open-air bath
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa and wellness centreAdditional charge
- Sauna
- Afrikaans
- English
- Xhosa
- Zulu
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Cash
Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printNeed-to-know information for guests at this property
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Medical monitoring is available for guests quarantined due to Coronavirus (COVID-19). This may be provided in person or virtually, depending on the property type and location.
FAQs about Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge
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Check-in at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
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Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge has 1 restaurant:
- Coral Tree Cafe
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Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Massage
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Billiards
- Games room
- Table tennis
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Mini golf
- Windsurfing
- Golf course (within 3 km)
- Evening entertainment
- Public Bath
- Bike tours
- Bicycle rental
- Water sport facilities on site
- Swimming Pool
- Tour or class about local culture
- Horse riding
- Stand-up comedy
- Game drives
- Live sport events (broadcast)
- Beauty Services
- Pub crawls
- Facial treatments
- Themed dinner nights
- Waxing services
- Walking tours
- Manicure
- Archery
- Pedicure
- Live music/performance
- Body treatments
- Open-air bath
- Body scrub
- Light therapy
- Spa facilities
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Foot bath
- Spa/wellness packages
- Back massage
- Neck massage
- Foot massage
- Couples massage
- Head massage
- Hand massage
- Full body massage
- Entertainment staff
- Fitness
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge is 1.7 miles from the centre of Ethels Drive. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge on this page.
