AREA: Overberg

STREET ADDRESS: 26 Flower Street, Hermanus, 7200

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PHONE: +27 28 312 4293

WHATSAPP: N/A

EMAIL: backpackers@whalemail.co.za

WEBSITE: hermanusbackpackers.com

SOCIAL: Facebook

ACCOMMODATION TYPE: Dormitories, private rooms, self-catering units, camping.

PRICE RANGE: Budget to mid-range. Dorm beds from approximately R280–R380.

AREA: Overberg

STREET ADDRESS: 23 Main Road (corner Flora Street), Hermanus, 7200

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PHONE: +27 28 312 1242

WHATSAPP: +27 78 583 4101

EMAIL: zoetein@hermanus.co.za

WEBSITE: zoeteinval.co.za

SOCIAL: Facebook

ACCOMMODATION TYPE: SAGC 4-star rated backpackers lodge and guesthouse in a restored historic Hermanus home. Dormitories, private double and twin rooms (some en-suite), family rooms. Lush garden with repurposed wine barrel hammock and garden hideouts. Free Wi-Fi. Free kefir-enriched breakfast with homemade muesli, preserves, and fresh fruit included. 10 minutes' walk from the cliff path and town centre; 5 minutes from Fernkloof Nature Reserve hiking trails.

PRICE RANGE: Budget to mid-range. Dorm beds from ~R250; Private rooms from ~R550–R950.

AREA: Overberg

STREET ADDRESS: 4 Harbour Road, Warrington Place, Hermanus, 7200

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PHONE: +27 28 312 1799 / +27 21 430 4000

WHATSAPP: +27 79 118 7554

EMAIL: bookings@zzzone.co.za

WEBSITE: zzzone.co.za

SOCIAL: Facebook

ACCOMMODATION TYPE: Boutique sleep-focused hostel. Private rooms with two single beds, top-quality mattresses, personal cooler, refreshment station, tea and coffee making facilities, electronic safe, ceiling fan, and free Wi-Fi in every room. 24-hour check-in. Central Hermanus Harbour Road location — shark cage diving, marine boating, and wine tour pick-up points within 200 metres. In whale season, whales can be seen from the deck.

PRICE RANGE: Mid-range. Private rooms from ~R450–R750 per person.

AREA: Overberg

STREET ADDRESS: 5 Lichtenstein Street, Swellendam, 6740

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PHONE: +27 72 178 6785

WHATSAPP: +27 72 178 6785

EMAIL: info@jaminadventures.com

WEBSITE: jaminadventures.com

SOCIAL: Facebook

ACCOMMODATION TYPE: Dormitories, private rooms, camping.

PRICE RANGE: Budget. Dorm beds from approximately R230–R320.

AREA: BREEDE RIVER VALLEY — McGregor Village

STREET ADDRESS: 34 Bree Street, McGregor, 6708, Western Cape

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PHONE: +27 23 004 0018 or +27 73 552 7955

WHATSAPP: +27 71 880 4456

EMAIL: mcgregorbackpackers@breede.co.za

WEBSITE: mcgregorbackpackers.co.za

SOCIAL: Facebook

ACCOMMODATION TYPE: 6-bed mixed dormitory with use of 2 en-suite bathrooms and a separate toilet; 4 double en-suite rooms (each with an additional single bed); 1 family suite (2 linked rooms sharing an en-suite). All bedding and bath towels supplied throughout. Secure off-street parking. Pet friendly.

PRICE RANGE: Budget to mid-range. Dorm beds from ~R250–R380; double en-suite rooms from ~R846 per night for two people. Family suite priced on request.

AREA: Overberg

STREET ADDRESS: 17 Duiker Street (C/O Main and Duiker), Struisbaai, 7285

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PHONE: +27 82 372 3354

WHATSAPP: +27 82 372 3354

EMAIL: info@capeagulhasbackpackers.com

WEBSITE: capeagulhasbackpackers.com

SOCIAL: Facebook

ACCOMMODATION TYPE: Backpackers lodge and self-catering guesthouse. Dormitories, private rooms (some en-suite with balconies and outdoor sitting areas), and self-catering flat options. Two outdoor swimming pools. On-site Wrapid Café and The Stingray Bar. 400 metres from Struisbaai Main Beach.

PRICE RANGE: Budget. Dorm beds from ~R220–R270; Private rooms from ~R600–R950.

AREA: Overberg

STREET ADDRESS: 89 Main Road, Witsand, 6666

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PHONE: +27 28 537 1717

WHATSAPP: +27 82 850 4318

EMAIL: accom@witsand.co.za

WEBSITE: witsand.co.za

SOCIAL: Facebook

ACCOMMODATION TYPE: Upmarket backpackers — "poshpackers" — with all rooms en-suite including the dormitory. Private double rooms (one with attached bunk room and second bedroom for families or groups), twin en-suite rooms, and a dormitory. All with use of a communal kitchen, garden braai area, and chill lounge with OVHD TV and Alexa. Solar geyser and grey water system. Large communal garden. Run by Owen and Helen Jarman.

PRICE RANGE: Budget to mid-range. Dorm beds from ~R300; Private rooms from ~R600–R900; Double-plus-bunkroom family unit from ~R850.