Albergo for Backpackers

Albergo for Backpackers is situated in the absolutely best spot in Plettenberg Bay.The beach, shops, restaurants and nightlife are all within easy walking distance. Nothing can beat our stunning views from the balcony where dolphins and whales are often spotted cruising the beautiful bay of Plettenberg Bay. Every night is a bonfire night. Using our braai (bbq) facilities we can teach you to master the art of traditional South African outdoor cooking.

Albergo for Backpackers is situated in the absolutely best spot in Plettenberg Bay.The beach, shops, restaurants and nightlife are all within easy walking distance. Nothing can beat our stunning views from the balcony where dolphins and whales are often spotted cruising the beautiful bay of Plettenberg Bay.

Every night is a bonfire night. Using our braai (BBQ) facilities we can teach you to master the art of traditional South African outdoor cooking.

Our television room (with its satellite TV for movie and sport addicts), bar and pool table are located away from the sleeping areas.

At Albergo’s One Stop Action Shop we offer all information about activities in the area and our helpful staff will gladly assist you with bookings. (always ask for the special backpacker prices). A shuttle service is available for transport to the various activities.

For those who want to hang out at our gorgeous beaches and practice their surfing skills, we have surfboards for hire and body boards for free. If you just want to have a lazy day, you can relax in our huge garden where swinging hammocks and luscious green grass are waiting for you.

Getting in touch with the Wonderful Waiting World outside Albergo is easy. We run our own Internet Cafe with a fast adsl connection,wifi, woip, webcams and much more.

Accommodation Information

Albergo for Backpackers in Plettenberg Bay can accommodate about 65 persons in total.
Camping
Dorms: 1 room for 10 and 1 room for 12 persons
Private dorm style rooms for 3, 4 and 6 persons
Double/twin rooms with shared bathroom, 1 double bed/2 separate beds
Double/ twin rooms with private bathroom, 1 double bed/2 separate beds
Family room with private bathroom for 4 persons, 1 double bed and 1 bunk bed

All beds come with linen and a towel and extra blankets.
Bathrooms have 24hr hot water.

Location Information

Albergo for Backpackers
6 & 8 Church street
Plettenberg Bay
6600

We are right in the center of Plettenberg Bay. The Checkers supermarket is across the road from us. All shops, pubs and restaurants are within walking distance from the backpackers. You can walk down to the beach in about 10 minutes.

We can organize transport to all activities in and around Plettenberg Bay.

Distances to some or the activities:
The beach, Whale watching, sea kayaking 1 KM
Robberg Nature reserve 7 KM
Monkeyland, Birds of Eden, Elephant Sanctuary and Tenikwa 20 KM
Bungy Jump 45 KM
Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour 65 KM