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Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel

★★ Mossel Bay, In the heart of The Garden Route, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500, Mossel Bay, ZA

8.2 guest rating· 76 reviews

About this hotel

Seaside Experience

Take in the views from a terrace and garden and enjoy amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi. This hostel features wedding services, a lobby fireplace, and tour/ticket assistance.

Beachfront Dining

Indulge in international cuisine at Fork and Train, a beachfront restaurant with a bar/lounge and ocean view. Daily English breakfasts are offered at a fee.

Convenient facilities

Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and event facilities like a conference center and meeting room. Free self-parking is available onsite.

With a stay at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel in Mossel Bay, immerse yourself in beachfront living, steps away from Santos Beach. Book now for a memorable seaside getaway.

Rooms & rates

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Executive Room

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>215-sq-foot room with beach views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe; rollaway beds (free) available on request</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Family Room

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · King bed, Sofa bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>215-sq-foot room with ocean and mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe; rollaway beds (free) available on request</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Executive Suite

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>215-sq-foot room with beach and ocean views </p><br/><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator and coffee/tea maker </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe; rollaway beds (free) available on request</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Double Room Single Use

Sleeps 2 · 18 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet paper

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>194-sq-foot room with beach views </p><br/><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · King bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>215-sq-foot room with beach and mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, and rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe; rollaway beds (free) available on request</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Single Room

Sleeps 1 · 7 m² · Twin bed

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet paper
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No cribs (infant beds)

<p><strong>1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>75-sq-foot room with ocean views </p><br/><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe; rollaway beds (free) available on request</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Standard Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 5 m² · Double bed

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet paper
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No cribs (infant beds)

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>54-sq-foot room with beach and ocean views </p><br/><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe; rollaway beds (free) available on request</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Standard Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 10 m² · Twin bed

  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet paper
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No cribs (infant beds)

<p><strong>1 Twin Bed</strong></p><p>108-sq-foot room with beach views </p><br/><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Shared bathroom, towels, and toilet paper</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe; rollaway beds (free) available on request</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No housekeeping, no cribs (infant beds) available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Conference space
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Private beach nearby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
  • Computer station
  • Conference center
  • Designated smoking area
  • Fireplace in lobby
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  • Garden
  • Library
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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Mossel Bay, In the heart of The Garden Route, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500, Mossel Bay, ZA

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say8.276 reviews

+ Sea view+ Unique train accommodation+ Proximity to beach+ Beautiful decoration− Difficult cabin windows− Mixed service reviews− Issues with amenities like wifi and plugs
Cleanliness7.0
Service7.5
Location8.0
Room Quality7.0
Amenities6.5
Value for Money7.2

Guest review

8.0

Booking was flexible. Price was cheap. Breakfast was good and included. Accomodation was very very simple. Shared shower and Toilette in separate cabins.

Arnd · 2025-05-08

Guest review

10.0

Having a sea view all the time was an highlight for me The cabin windows was difficult to open and close

Loraine · 2025-04-02

Guest review

10.0

It was unique bc you sleep in a train. And the view to the beach is spectacular.

Monika · 2025-03-10

Akzeptabel für 1 Übernachtung

8.0

Unterkunft entspricht den Erwartungen; Bett war ok; Lage gut, gute Parkmöglichkeiten; für eine Übernachtung in den Royal-Abteilen akzeptabel, sonst tatsächlich Hostel-Standard. Hot Breakfast ok, der Rest ist mäßig.

Verified traveler · 2025-03-05

Guest review

10.0

In einem Zugabteil zu übernachten, den Wellen beim Schwappen an den Strand aus dem Fenster zusehen, das Rauschen des Ozeans in den Ohren. Das alles gibt es für wirklich kleines Geld. Zwei ungewöhnliche und schöne Nächte haben wir hier verbracht. Nix für Luxustouristen - für uns perfekt.

Olaf · 2025-03-03

Guest review

10.0

Loved it, especially falling asleep to the sound of the waves. Great breakfast too.

Verified traveler · 2025-03-01

Good to know

One child 2 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

›Pets

Pets not allowed

›Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

›Pets

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

›General

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

›General

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

›Guest type

Essential workers only - NO

›Accessibility

No elevators

›General

Staff wears personal protective equipment

›General

Temperature checks are available to guests

›General

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

›General

Social distancing measures are in place

›General

Professional property host/manager

›Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

›Pets

Service animals are allowed