The Backpack Shack

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.

Location : When you stay at The Backpack Shack in Mossel Bay, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Diaz Beach and Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. This hostel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Dias Museum and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Santos Beach.
Amenities : Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hostel include complimentary wireless Internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills.
Attractions : Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 1.9 km / 1.2 mi
Diaz Beach - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
Dias Museum - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Santos Beach - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Diaz Musuem - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Mossel Bay Harbour - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Resort - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Cape St. Blaize Lighthouse - 3.6 km / 2.2 mi
Cape St. Blaize Cave - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
St Blaize Hiking Trail - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Langeberg Mall - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Hartenbos Seefront - 8 km / 5 mi
Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 21.4 km / 13.3 mi
Great Brak River Museum - 23.8 km / 14.8 mi
Gourits River Bridge - 34.9 km / 21.7 mi

The nearest major airport is George (GRJ) - 49 km / 30.5 mi

business_amenities : Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining : Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hostel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available for a fee.
HeadLine : Near Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
Rooms : Make yourself at home in one of the 3 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.

When you stay at The Backpack Shack in Mossel Bay, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Diaz Beach and Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. This hostel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Dias Museum and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Santos Beach.

Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hostel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available for a fee.