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6.6 / 10 Guest Rating

Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge

R74, Northern Drakensberg, Ethels Drive, za

Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge - main view

About the Property

Panoramic Views and Unique Accommodations
Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge, nestled in Ethels Drive, boasts stunning panoramic views of the Northern Drakensberg. The quirky hostel offers individually decorated rooms, some located in converted grain silos, powered by solar energy.

Organic Dining and Entertainment
Enjoy delicious meals, including vegetarian options, crafted from ingredients grown in the lodge's organic garden. Live music, BBQ facilities, and a bar serving cocktails add to the vibrant atmosphere.

Abundant Activities and Relaxation
From pool table and sauna to hiking and cycling, the lodge offers a range of activities. Unwind in the rock pool, hot tub, or communal TV lounge. With laundry services and tour assistance, your stay is sure to be seamless.

Ready to experience the charm of Amphitheatre Backpackers Lodge?

Facilities & Amenities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. Dear visitor, we're currently experiencing drought conditions within this region. Please be aware that certain properties will need to comply with local water usage restrictions. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

6.6
Good443 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the hospitality and frequently praise the great location.

Categories

Cleanliness4.4
Service7.9
Location8.4
Room Quality5.4
Amenities7.4
Value for Money6.4
Food and Beverage6.4
Overall Experience6.4

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S
SarahzaZA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 8, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0
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A
AndanizaZA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Nov 3, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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J
JennifervnVN
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 26, 2025

"Wonderful location, comfortable and fun."

7.0

The food was excellent. The staff, especially Pumsele, were so kind and fun! With a teenager, it was great to have the pool, the pool table, and the climbing wall, as well as a large lawn area for frisbee.

We felt the room was quite small (we had the quadruple room). It would have been nice to have a fan as the windows were small, but the room remained cool due to the shade.

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D
DanielauAU
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 24, 2025

"A funky backpackers with great views but a bit rundown and some surly staff but I would stay again."

8.0

Great views, lovely grounds and interesting bar area.

The evening staff were not friendly and the welcome show around was not very pleasant or informative. Better communication in advance would be helpful for the tours. Hot water in the shared bathroom was almost dangerous. Morning staff were lovely. Non alcoholic drinks menu was depleted. The driveway is very potholed. The kitchen is dark and rundown. The bedroom curtain did not keep out the light.

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MpumelelozaZA
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 20, 2025

"Better cleanliness would make it a value for money stay"

5.0

Proximity to hiking starting points.

Cleanliness wasn’t good. Found hairs in the bed I was supposed to sleep in.

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ZandilezaZA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 14, 2025

"Excellent"

8.0
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LuggzaZA
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 10, 2025

"Good"

5.0
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KuhlesibongezaZA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 9, 2025

"Exceptional"

10.0
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SiyabongazaZA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 5, 2025

"no ok"

1.0

no

no bathroom no toilet and i paid breakfast on booking.com but the lady charge me breakfast

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RaymondzaZA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Oct 1, 2025

"Good"

5.0
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