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Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge

2.0 star property
Hostel in Hibberdene with private beach and coffee shop/cafe

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Deluxe Double Room, Garden View
Interior
Private beach nearby
Exterior
Family Triple Room

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$128
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr

Explore the area

Map
178 Station Rd, Hibberdene, KwaZulu-Natal, 4225
  • Hibberdene Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Uvongo Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Margate Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Margate (MGH)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Tent

Family Tent

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, Garden View | Bathroom

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Single Room, Garden View

Basic Single Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Honeymoon Double Room

Honeymoon Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Triple Room

Family Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

Deluxe Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Champagne service
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Hibberdene

At Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge , you'll be 7.2 km (4.5 mi) from Hibberdene Beach and 12.8 km (8 mi) from Umtentweni Beach. Highlights at this hostel include a nearby private beach, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning English breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Hibberdene hostel include Umtentweni Public Library and Oribi Plaza.
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What's nearby

  • Hibberdene Beach - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Port Shepstone Lighthouse - 14 min drive - 16.4 km
  • Umtentweni Beach - 17 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Uvongo Beach - 26 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Margate Beach - 27 min drive - 36.3 km

Getting around

  • Margate (MGH) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Orca's Pub & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mzimayi River Lodge - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Captains Anchor - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sayidi Coffee Shop & Farm Stall - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge

Hostel in Hibberdene with private beach and coffee shop/cafe
A private beach is featured. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge . Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Hibberdene hostel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge offers 15 accommodations with air conditioning. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

Afrikaans, English

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Exterior

Mzimayi River Lodge

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  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The price is NZ$104
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 120 metres
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: ZAR 70 to 120 for adults and ZAR 70 to 120 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Detached shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately ZAR 70 to 120 for adults and ZAR 70 to 120 for children
  • Laundry fee: ZAR 170 per day

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 mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay and Apple Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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, American Express, JCB International, debit cards, mobile payments, Google Pay and Apple Pay. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Mantis Moon Backpacker Lodge
Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge Hibberdene

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge ?

Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge ?

As of 31 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge on 14 Apr 2025 start from NZ$128.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge ?

Yep, Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge ?

The closest beach to Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge is Uvongo Beach (27.4 km).

Does Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge have a pool?

Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge has an outdoor pool.

What makes Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service and romance packages, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge .

Does Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge serve breakfast?

Yep, English breakfast is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge ?

No, Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge ?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge ?

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

Are pets allowed at Mantis and Moon Backpacker Lodge ?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

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