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The 10 Best Hostels in Port Elizabeth, South Africa

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Boasting barbecue facilities, Luxury Backpackers is situated in Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape region, 2.8 km from Kings Beach and 2.8 km from Denville Beach. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.7 km from Humewood Beach.

It was so clean, also love than when u get the keys from reception they give us goodies. The facility is just amazing

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7.5
Good
237 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Situated just 300 metres from the beachfront, The Russel Guest House features a garden with large swimming pool and a covered BBQ area. Free WiFi is available throughout.

The rooms and apartments are spacious and feature satellite TV, hairdryers, tea-and-coffee making facilities and complimentary toiletries.

The friendliness of the staff and the quick response to assist as booking.com had a glitch and booked me a family room and they understood when I explained I didn't book a family room and fixed it quick. Amanda and Pretty are wonderful hosts and kind.

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7.5
Good
639 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

Set in Port Elizabeth, within 4.4 km of Little Walmer Golf Club and 4.4 km of Walmer Country Club, ROOTS BACKPACKERS offers accommodation with a garden and as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is around 8.9 km from Port Elizabeth Golf Club, 11 km from Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and 12 km from The Boardwalk. The property is allergy-free and is located 7 km from Sardinia Bay Golf Club.

At the hostel every room includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower. The units feature bed linen.

Location was closer and convinient

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5.2
Review score
6 reviews
Price from
£22
per night

Jikeleza Lodge is located in Port Elizabeth. Free WiFi access is available.

The hostel is 1.2 km from Port Elizabeth Railway Station, 2 km from Humewood Road Railway Station and 2.4 km from Port Elizabeth Golf Club. Port Elizabeth Airport is 2 km away.

No breakfast was offered for my package, so it was not a big deal, since it was self catering. Everything was just exceptional.

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6.7
Review score
67 reviews
Price from
£10
per night

Situated in Mount Road, within 2.6 km of Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium and 2.9 km of Port Elizabeth Golf Club, 11 on Elizabeth features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property is located 5 km from Little Walmer Golf Club, 6.5 km from Walmer Country Club and 6.9 km from The Boardwalk. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and room service for guests.

At the hostel, rooms come with a desk. The rooms have a shared bathroom and a shower, and some units at 11 on Elizabeth have a balcony. All rooms have bed linen.

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6.8
Review score
4 reviews
Price from
£15
per night

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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.
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  • Avg. price/night: £96.77
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,560 reviews
    Great location, comfy beds and friendly staff.
    Sinazo
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £37.26
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 131 reviews
    Very comfortable and clean. The safe off-street parking is wonderful.
    Kelvin
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £24.37
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 151 reviews
    The friendly Host Steven and his lady employees. The clean room and comfortably of the space. The great location and the security wonderful the area is safe and the fact that the shop is just across the road perfect. It was close to the Westboune oval track and a great Loaction for site seeing. Broadwalk is just R57 with the indriver to the beach Awesome
    Reygana KHATIEB
    Young couple
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 544 reviews
    Great location, close to the beach and main attractions, but away from the bustle. Extremely quiet neighborhood, with exceptional safety, and security
    Reven
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £49.82
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 604 reviews
    This secure and cosy property is in a great location on Summerstrand just outside PE City. The staff are so friendly and helpful and oh my goodness the breakfasts are to die for. Sam is a great host, so chatty and friendly and gave us lots of advice and suggestions for our safety and for things to do in and around PE. Great value for money and would thoroughly recommend. Try the Coachman in one of the nearby malls for the best steaks ever!
    Jennie
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £68.45
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 765 reviews
    The room was comfortable and very clean with mod finishes. We had a bonus and that was the rooftop pool and sitting area overlooking the sea and surroundings. Great location with very good restaurants close to the apartment block. Safe parking with security.
    STEVE WINCH-IN
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £45.92
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 116 reviews
    Comfortable room. Gracious host. Safe parking. Great location close to airport.
    Andri
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £41.59
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 290 reviews
    Clean, tidy, safe in a great location. Owner and staff very welcoming and friendly. Relaxed atmosphere.
    Corneen
    Family with young children
  • 7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 24 reviews
    Nothing, the location was is a township like place. Almost like a hostel or Backpackers accomodation.
    Malcolm
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £20.28
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 67 reviews
    Being a backpacker breakfast not available, nor expected. Manager and staff very welcoming, friendly and quick to assist. Overnight security to ensure safety of car greatly appreciated.
    Will
    Group

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