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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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F
Frank WillemnlNL
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 13, 2026

"Eenvoudig"

8.0

Prima als je wilt wandelen in Drakensbergen,1/2 uur rijden naar startpunt en vriendelijk personeel

Een ‘Jeugdhonk’ achtige accommodatie

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M
MashininizaZA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 13, 2026

"Good"

6.0

The atmosphere, the environment is so refreshing

The food, I guess because I was during the week. We didn't get to experience the entire menu.

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MarinefrFR
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Feb 10, 2026

"better than home"

10.0

The staff are the best I've ever experienced. Very welcoming and caring. My room was very clean. The location was very quiet. I made wonderful memories thanks to the staff who wanted to make our stay as pleasant as possible.

Nothing !

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SthokomelezaZA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 29, 2026

"The facilities written are all not available, completely overpriced! Rooms are disappointing and not what is shown. All"

1.0
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TamlyngbGB
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 26, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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sazizaZA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 26, 2026

"Good"

5.0

The stay was very good and I really enjoyed.

The geyser was not working so I had to bath with cold water

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GwalazaZA
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 25, 2026

"Good"

4.0

The view

Blankets are not good enough for me

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FerraccifrFR
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 24, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0

C'est un endroit exceptionnel aux pieds des montagnes du drakensberg, vue magnifique, très relaxant, perdu dans la nature. Les personnes sont très gentilles et aux petits soins. La déco est superbe mais commence à vieillir. Ce qui est dommage c'est que la piscine est vert foncé un vrai nid à moustiques donc inutilisable. On a passé un excellent séjour avec des balades exceptionnelles avec un guide proposé par l'établissement.

De ne pas pouvoir utiliser la piscine

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AnjadeDE
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 20, 2026

"Great stay"

10.0

The staff was very sweet and the restaurant has great food for a fair price

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ROMANOzaZA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 20, 2026

"in total we would give the place a 2.5/5 as its good for groups and sigle travelers but not couples"

5.0

the location was nice, for travel to towns and venues and activities, people was friendly

Place was noisy at night with loud music, rooms had way to little space for couples, pool table and entertaiment aria not to good condition no tv in studdy place, staff was not much around for advice in the day, rooms had spider and lot of insects, and shower ficilty not very great shower turned cold very quickly,

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