Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation, 2-starMossel Bay, Mossel Bay, South AfricaShow on map
8.2 · Very good76 reviews
- Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:00 AM.
- Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.0 out of 10, at Mossel Bay.
- Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.
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.
What this place offers
- ATM/banking
- Conference space
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Fireplace in lobby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Television in common areas
- Library
Rooms
8.2
Very good
Rated 8.2 out of 10 by 76 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.0
- Service7.5
- Location8.0
- Rooms7.0
- Amenities6.5
- Value7.2
- Food & drink7.3
Guests mention
Sea viewUnique train accommodationProximity to beachBeautiful decoration
ArndBooking was flexible. Price was cheap. Breakfast was good and included.
Accomodation was very very simple. Shared shower and Toilette in separate cabins.
LoraineHaving a sea view all the time was an highlight for me
The cabin windows was difficult to open and close
MonikaIt was unique bc you sleep in a train.
And the view to the beach is spectacular.
Verified travelerAkzeptabel für 1 Übernachtung
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.
OlafIn 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…
AmandaFond Memories on a train
Beautiful and nostalgic for overnight stay. Food service and staff is great
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated August 2025.
Where you’ll be
Mossel Bay, Mossel Bay, South Africa
Guests rate the location 8.0 out of 10 — very good.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 3:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 10:00 AM
No children
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No pets
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
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
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Is breakfast included at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?
Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.
Does Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Santos Express Train Lodge - Hostel?
Mossel Bay, Mossel Bay.
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