Da Gama Road, Cape Saint Francis, Eastern Cape, 6313
Explore the area
Seal Point Lighthouse3 min drive
Port St. Francis12 min drive
St. Francis Bay Beach14 min drive
Room options
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Backpackers Fam
753 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Backpackers
376 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
About this area
Cape Saint Francis
Located in Cape Saint Francis, Seals Backpackers is near the beach. St. Francis Links and St. Francis Bay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore St. Francis Bay Beach and Jeffreys Bay Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Dolphin Beach, or check out an event or a game at Play in JBay Adventure Centre Day Trips.
You can look forward to a golf course, a grocery/convenience store, and a terrace at Seals Backpackers. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a massage, or a body scrub. Enjoy onsite activities like mountain biking and horseback riding. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An outdoor pool
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Babysitting (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and a gift shop
Room features
All 13 rooms include amenities such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Patios, cookware/dishes/utensils, and electric kettles
Languages
English
Cleaning and safety practices
Enhanced cleanliness measures
Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Social distancing
Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Hand sanitizer provided
This information is provided by our partners.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) during limited hours on request
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available for a fee: ZAR 75–130 for adults and ZAR 50–65 for children
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Golf course
Hiking/biking trails
Horseback riding/rentals
Mountain biking
Outdoor pool
Playground
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Playground
Conveniences
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services
Business services
Business center
Computer station
Meeting room
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Garden
Terrace
Spa
Body scrubs
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Spa treatment rooms
Sports massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 7 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately ZAR 75.00–130 for adults, and ZAR 50–65 for children
Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 900 per person (one-way)
Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 450 (one-way), (from 1 to 12 years old)
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Seals Backpackers Hostel Cape Saint Francis
Seals Backpackers Hostel
Seals Backpackers Cape Saint Francis
Seals Backpackers Cape Saint Francis
Seals Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Does Seals Backpackers have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Seals Backpackers?
As of Sep 30, 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Seals Backpackers on Oct 7, 2023 start from $34.12, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Seals Backpackers pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Seals Backpackers?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Seals Backpackers?
Check-in is from 2 PM - 9 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Seals Backpackers?
Check-out is at 10 AM.
Does Seals Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 7 AM–6 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 900 per person applies.
Where is Seals Backpackers located?
This family-friendly Cape Saint Francis hostel is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Seal Point Lighthouse and Port St. Francis. St. Francis Bay Beach and St. Francis Links are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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