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Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge

R74, Northern Drakensberg, 3350 Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Bergville, South Africa
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6.7
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based on 656 reviews
656 reviews
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Located in Ethels Drive, Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge offers panoramic views over the Northern Drakensberg. The quirky hostel has a rock pool, hot tub and a restaurant. Free WiFi is available. The individually decorated rooms at Amphitheatre Backpackers are fitted with a fan, tea-and-coffee making facilities, linen and towels. Some of the rooms have access to a communal bathroom. Some rooms are located in converted grain silos, using solar energy to heat the water Meals including vegetarian options are available at the restaurant and cooked up using mostly ingredients grown in their organic vegetable garden. Live music and entertainment is offered on a regular basis and there are also barbecue facilities. Drinks and cocktails can be enjoyed at the bar. The hostel has a pool table, a gift shop, a sauna, and a communal TV lounge. Table tennis, hiking and cycling are just some of the activities you can enjoy at this property and in the surrounding area. Laundry services are available and staff can assist you with the organisation of tours, shuttles and guided hikes. Harrismith is a 10-minute drive away and Durban is 256 km from Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge.
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6.7
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Based on 656 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge

  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Archery
  • Evening entertainment
  • Horse riding
  • Mini-golf
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table
  • Water sport facilities (on site)
  • Windsurfing
  • Hiking

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Entertainment staff
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Chapel/shrine

Dining

  • Grocery deliveries
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Basics

  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Adapter
  • Trash cans

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Lake view
  • Landmark view
  • Lockers
  • Mountain view
  • Storage available
  • Seating area

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchenette
  • Shared kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom

  • Open-air bath
  • Public bath
  • Private bathroom
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs

Outdoor

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Balcony

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals
  • Indoor play area
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Baby safety gates

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Bedroom

  • Reading light
  • Socket near the bed

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Reviews of Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge

6.7
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656 verified ratings
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Very good
127
Good
142
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63
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56
Mediocre
29
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Location

R74, Northern Drakensberg, 3350 Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal

What's nearby

  • Spionkop Battlefield21.8 mi
  • Spioenkop Dam21.9 mi

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Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Essential information about Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge

Low season

January

High season

January

Average price (weekend night)

$34
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  • How long should you stay at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge

  • Where is Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge located?

    Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge is located at R74, Northern Drakensberg, 13.2 miles from the center of Bergville. Spionkop Battlefield is the closest landmark to Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge.

  • Does Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge offer free parking?

    Yes, Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge offers free parking.

  • Does Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge have a pool?

    Yes, Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge in Bergville and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge.

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Value for money

7.1

Distance to city center

13.2 mi