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Lungile Backpackers Lodge

4.0 star property
Hostel with free parking, a quick walk to King's Beach
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Outdoor pool
Living area
Front of property
Dining
Interior detail

Reviews

7.0 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
12 La Roche Drive, Humewood, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6001
  • Humewood Beach
    9 min walk
  • King's Beach
    10 min walk
  • Bayworld
    10 min walk
  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
    4 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Basic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Double Bed

Standard Studio, 1 Double Bed

Standard Studio, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Double En-Suite Room

Double En-Suite Room

Double En-Suite Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Men only, Ensuite

Standard Shared Dormitory, Men only, Ensuite

Standard Shared Dormitory, Men only, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite

Standard Shared Dormitory, Women only, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Single Bunk Beds

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate bedroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

At Lungile Backpackers Lodge you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of King's Beach and Bayworld. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Gqeberha hostel, you'll be 1.9 km (1.2 mi) from Hobie Beach and 2.9 km (1.8 mi) from Market Square.
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What's nearby

  • King's Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Port Elizabeth City Hall - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Hobie Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University - 6 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nando's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Finnezz Fusion Cafe - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Barney's Tavern - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Seattle Coffee Co - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Lungile Backpackers Lodge

Hostel with free parking, a quick walk to King's Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Lungile Backpackers Lodge. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Gqeberha hostel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Lungile Backpackers Lodge offers 12 accommodations with a safe. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Afrikaans, Dutch, English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 50.00 per person (return)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Lungile Lodge Port Elizabeth
Lungile Lodge
Lungile Port Elizabeth
Lungile Backpackers Lodge Port Elizabeth
Lungile Backpackers Port Elizabeth
Lungile Backpackers
Lungile Backpackers Gqeberha
Lungile Backpackers Lodge Gqeberha
Lungile Backpackers Lodge Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Lungile Backpackers Lodge?

Yep, Lungile Backpackers Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Lungile Backpackers Lodge?

Yep, Lungile Backpackers Lodge is a short 10-minute walk from King's Beach. Fun beach activities include scuba diving.

Does Lungile Backpackers Lodge have a pool?

Lungile Backpackers Lodge has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lungile Backpackers Lodge?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Lungile Backpackers Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lungile Backpackers Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Lungile Backpackers Lodge?

No, pets are not allowed.

Lungile Backpackers Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 31 reviews" "

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Shiv

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beds need to be changed, linen not clean. Had a major skin breakout
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Great time
My stay was good besides poor administration on bookings management aspect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Antoinette

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Not for older people.Uncomfortable-mixed dorm.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

bijal, london

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, cheap stay, hostel
The rooms were clean but cramped. Cheap accommodation, you get what you pay for. The kitchen and dining area is a shared facility, so cleanliness depends a lot on who else is staying in the hostel at the time. Location is good with bars and restaurants in walking distance
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean facility and friendly staff
I stay 3 nights and enjoyed my stay. The cleaning staff was very hard working and the staff was helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018

6/10 Okay

Pencil, London

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Satisfactory but could be better
The main dorm is above the common area/reception so it’s really noisy. It lack proper curtains and is very hot. The installation of a fan and some proper curtains would improve the experience. Good facilities otherwise
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Mostafa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

2/10 Terrible

patrick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
not suitable to sleep people
I could not sleep the whole night due to the flikering light in the room. It was nice to share the bathroom & toilet with other guest. I had to check out earlier due the uncomfortability. The room is so small and they have no blankets.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Abueng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Thabile

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Convenient and easy accessible
My stay was great at Lungile though i booked for one night, I relaxed very well as I was driving from Mount Frere to Cape Town. the staff was friendly and the access to the Lodge is very easy. I will definitely book next time I am in PE.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
My stay at Lungile lodge was great but was disappointed on my arrival when they told me that I must produce a proof that I have booked with them and the price on line was R252.00 but on my arrival the room was R280.00 which is the amount that I have paid. in the rooms there are no blankets and when asked for one was told to pay R120.00.

6/10 Okay

Lenin, Newcastle Australia

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Decent stay fair value.
The stay was enjoyable the staff were nice and helpful, my only complaint was there was no electric kettle /jug or toaster in the self catering unit I stayed in also the frying pan was small and seen better days.

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect overnight spot in PE. Easy to find, good service and clean.

2/10 Terrible

Pedro Agrela, Cascais, Portugal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay at Lungile Lodge
Not impressed with the staff. Very bad service. Especially the person who was at reception. Original room booked was given to other people. Just because they were 4 and we were 2 people. Rooms are in a bad condition. Our toilet door was broken. More like a Back Packers´lodge. Rooms are cold with no comforts. Photo on site has nothing to do with photo of place. Maybe taken 10 years ago. Really not impressed and could´nt wait to book out. Will not refer it to anyone, except back packers. Did not even bother to take a shower, with the fear of maybe finding something else wrong with it. I do not recomend this place

6/10 Okay

Cheryl, Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good staff make all the difference to a good stay!
The room on the first night was musty smelling and like a gaol, four dark walls and a small window with a metal grill. We arrived late so just slept. Next morning we complained as we had booked 3 nights. Staff were good and offered us another room which was much better, brighter with a large window and much larger. John, the manager also gave us a free half day tour of Port Elizabeth which was very informative and we saw everything we wanted to see with a recommendation for fish and chips from a popular establishment which were excellent.

4/10 Poor

Govindraj, Durban

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Think twice about backpackers
was not aware that this is a backpackers. Was very noisy, small room with shower doors that do not close. Communal kitchen was okay but abused by residents.

6/10 Okay

Tommy, PE

Liked: Staff & service
Good value
Only stayed 1 night, was OK

10/10 Excellent

Claire, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great budget option
Great budget option, well located.

6/10 Okay

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Séjour Longile
Bien placé, voisinage bruyant, petite chambre. Accueil moyen
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Tiptop
Preisleistung absolut gegeben. Betten waren bequem, Zimmer ruhig gelegen, nicht ganz Zentral, nöchster Supermarket ist relativ weit weg (15Min< Gehminuten). Rezeption freundlich, Aufenthaltsraum ok, Küche wird jeden Tag geputzt. Bad ok. Leider wenig/keine Steckdosen bei den Betten - powerbank empfehlenswert.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Malo Wi Fi, lo demas bueno
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Boa localizaçāo e ambiente agradavel
Excelente custo beneficio com boa area de Lazer. O wi-fi nāo estava muito bom e Uma pena nāo terem Cafe da manhã
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Schönes Hotel
Ist ein nettes Hotel die Zimmer sind sehr schön und der Garten und der Pool sehen auch echt sehr gepflegt aus war für den Preis echt super
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018