Gerhard and Terry made us feel very welcome. The rooms were clean and tidy, off street secure parking gave peace of mind and access to the heart of town and the beaches was super quick and easy. The guys and gals were helpful regs activities and maps etc... Enjoyed some time at the bar, longer than planned ;-) and met... More

Me and my partner stayed here for 2 nights and loved it so much we booked an extra two nights to stay!!! We had an amazing experience, Gerhandt and skye took great care of us, the nights were the best sat round the camp fire chilling and eating! They organized all our activities for us which made everything so easy.... More

We spent 3 nights there, and it was awesome! Amakaya is well located (a short walk to the main street and many sightseeings), the staff is helpful and provide lots of information about Plett and what to do in the city; they booked skydiving for us. The installations and the cabin we stayed were clean though very basic, the kitchen... More

Stayed in Amakaya for one night. On arrival the owner was immediately very friendly introducing himself. Nice clean rooms eventhough they are basic. Very friendly night staff and a great atmosphere around the camp fire at night! There is a bar in the hostel and they were very helpful in recommending places for food and drinks. There was free wireless... More

The staff of this Backpackers were absolutely the most friendliest I have had during my trip! They helped me out with everything I wanted to know!. The room I stayed in was small but clean, also the bathroom was clean, 2 showers and 1 toilet for a 8 per. room.

My son and I enjoyed our stay at Amakaya. We had booked in advance to stay at Albergo, but upon arrival were told that my son was not (like I had been told over the phone) allowed to stay in a dorm room. Amakaya was able to help us at the last minute over the Easter weekend and in contrast... More

Nice Place! Very friendly staff, clean bed, what you want from a backpackers. Internet is free on a computer in the main loby (things from like 1995, but probably loads facebook like a champ) 20 rand for wireless ( USD $2.20 ). They don't have breakfast but will give you %10 off coupons for places you can get dinner and... More

We stopped off for one night at Amakaya Backpackers on our way along the garden route and we were welcomed by friendly staff and shown a bright clean and comfortable room. The atmosphere was relaxed and social and everyone we met was friendly, the staff encourage everyone to socialize by lighting a fire and doing a Braii. There are comfortable... More

We were driving on our way to Cape Town, and needed a place to sleep on the way. Made a last minute reservation, and luckily got a priviate double room at this excellenct lodge. We got a very warm welcome by Gerhart, who was always there to help, and had excellent tips for places to eat. The place was very... More