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. Windsurfing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Take advantage of a golf course, a corner/local shop and a terrace at Seals Backpackers. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a manicure/pedicure or a deep-tissue massage. Enjoy on-site activities, such as horse riding and hiking/biking. 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 hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Babysitting (surcharge), wedding services and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Seals Backpackers include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Patios, cookware/dishes/utensils and electric kettles
Languages
Afrikaans, English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 7 AM to 6 PM on request
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: ZAR 75 to 130 for adults and ZAR 50 to 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 centre
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.
No lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
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Designated smoking areas
Fireplace in lobby
Room amenities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Towels
Entertainment
TV
Food and drink
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Limited room service
Outdoor space
Patio
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Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
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.
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 any lifts
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.
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.
Seals Backpackers Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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Hard place to find. No signs on the street. We were lucky we found it. We got in the reception by the wrong door and an old lady screamed at us.
The place is pretty hot. No fan or AC. But we were travelling on a budget. Worth the price we paid.
Clarissa
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019
8/10 Good
thomas
20 Mar 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cape st francis resort
Boendet är trångt och lite slitet,men rent.Fantastskt trevlig personal på resturangen och receptionen.Området är fint med superhärliga stränder.