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Blue Skies Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Makhanda with free parking

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Exterior
Property entrance
Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Cabin

Highlights

Fridge
Portable fan
Microwave
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (7 Sleeper)

Highlights

Fridge
Portable fan
Microwave
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed and 5 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Fridge
Portable fan
Microwave
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (6 Sleeper)

Highlights

Fridge
Portable fan
Microwave
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room (4 Sleeper)

Highlights

Fridge
Portable fan
Microwave
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Luxury Bungalow

Highlights

Fridge
Portable fan
Microwave
Oven
Shared/communal kitchen
Stovetop
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
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About the area

Map
Cradock Road R350, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6140

What's nearby

  • St Andrew's College - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Rhodes University - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Settlers Garden 1820 - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 8 min drive - 4.9 km
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 34 min drive - 29.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Highlander - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Major Fraser's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Botanic Gardens Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Debonairs Pizza - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Blue Skies Backpackers

Property highlights
At Blue Skies Backpackers, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Outdoor furniture, multilingual staff and a TV in reception
  • Barbecues and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Blue Skies Backpackers have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens, fridges and microwaves

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit is payable by bank transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Blue Skies Backpackers Makhanda
Blue Skies Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Blue Skies Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Skies Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Blue Skies Backpackers?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Skies Backpackers?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Blue Skies Backpackers?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue Skies Backpackers located?

Situated in Makhanda, this hostel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Diocesan School for Girls, Amazwi South African Museum of Literature and St Andrew's College. Rhodes University and South African Institute for Aquatic Biodiversity are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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