Hermanus Backpackers, rated as one of the Top 5 Backpackers hostels in South Africa, offers funky, clean, budget accommodation at very competitive rates. Included in the accommodation is Completely FREE internet access, FREE breakfast & FREE Coffee all Day!
Aside from a plethora of other benefits, the Hermanus Backpackers is owned and run by experienced backpackers who truly understand what it’s all about, what you want to know, the types of things you want to get up to whilst here and precisely how to ensure that your stay with us is one filled with incredible memories!
The Hermanus Backpackers Crew:
We’re not just staff… we don’t just work… we live, eat, sleep, drink (lots) and breathe purely for the pleasure of meeting great people & making sure our guests leave Hermanus as Friends with spectacular memories of our time together!
Located within 5 minutes walk of the town centre of Hermanus, which offers a selection of bars and restaurants, Hermanus backpackers & budget accommodation is perfectly located for exploring all that the area has to offer.
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BACKPACKERS ACCOMMODATION:
Hermanus Backpackers & Budget Accommodation is serviced daily, beautifully decorated and well kept. We have a variety of room types to suit every travelers needs,
whether you’re a backpacker traveling South Africa or a budget traveler looking for quality accommodation at affordable rates. Hermanus Backpackers & Budget Accommodation offers you clean, comfortable, vibey accommodation, serviced daily, helpful, knowledgeable staff with plenty of communal chill space….
Dorm | Private rooms | Twin rooms | Double (shared bathroom) | En-suite doubles | Self catering cottage
LOCATION: Hermanus, Overberg, Western Cape
Hermanus is commonly known as the best Land-Based Whale watching area in the world. Nestled between mountain and sea, Hermanus also boasts Champagne Air (Great if you’re a non-smoke!) Shops, Retaurants, Bars, Art Galleries, Wine Farms, Beer Tasting, Adventure Activities (Shark Cage Diving!) Nature walks, Southern Right Whales and so much more… tell me more…

ACTIVITIES!
Hermanus and the surrounding area offers an amazing and diverse array of activities. Whether you’re an adventurer, a foody or an art lover… You will find lots of interest in this little ‘Fishing’ Village. Hermanus Backpackers & Budget Accommodation Staff are all here to assist you with advising on the best adventures & booking ALL your activities!
Shark Cage Diving | Horse Riding | Beaches | Whale Watching | Wine Tours | Kayaking

SHARK CAGE DIVING
Great White Shark Cage is The most thrilling and exhilarating adventure experience around!
Shark diving was first started in Hermanus in 1992. It has quickly become one of the most popular Adventure Activities with both international & local visitors to Hermanus Anybody can Shark Dive – providing you are over 5 years old (accompanied by an adult, naturally).
If you’ve never considered going Shark Cage Diving with Great White Sharks – NOW is the time! We’re here to assist with booking your Shark Cage Diving adventure, please mention when booking your budget or backpacker accommodation with us.
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BACKPACKERS & BUDGET ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES
Relaxed Friendly Atmosphere || Free Fast Internet | Free Breakfast | Bar & Pool Table | Stunning Swimming Pool | Self-catering Kitchen | satellite TV & video lounge | vending machines for cigarettes | a CHILLAXING lounge for relaxing | FREE WI-FI!!! | Self Contained Self Catering Budget accommodation | Helpful, Knowledgeable staff | Booking your activities and adventures

THE EVENINGS…
We offer a traditional Braai every evening, prepared by our tame South African staff! Braai – 250gm rump steak or large chicken piece or veggie & cheese parcel – salad, potatoes & garlic bread – all this for JUST R70. Or if weathers not quite up to our exacting standards you may enjoy Burger, Chips & salad – R50
(Guaranteed to fill even the hungriest of feasters prior to a night out on the ‘town’! But be warned.. Hermanus sees many a visitor from many a place, so we’re used to your ‘sort’!
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Hermanus Backpackers & Budget Accommodation can accommodate 50 people comfortably and offers plenty of communal space! With many different types of rooms to choose from. As well as self contained budget self catering accommodation. ♥ All beds are supplied with clean fresh linen, duvets and pillows.♥ TV Lounge | FREE WIFI | Chill Lounge | Bar & Pool Table | Swimming Pool | Lapa | Kitchens | FREE Breakfast | Free Coffee Dormitory rooms have lockers for your convenience We have a security safe in reception for those special items you really need to keep safe! We provide off-street parking with security lighting and a night watchman from 7.30pm until 7.30am to keep an eye on the cars, not that Hermanus is unsafe, but better safe than sorry! WHERE’S HERMANUS Hermanus Backpackers South Africa Hermanus is on the Coast of the Southern Cape, one of the most beautiful areas that South Africa has to offer. We’re just over the mountain from Cape Town NB Hermanus is easy 120km from Cape Town and 100km from Cape Town International Airport! (What that actually means in English is: it’s about an hour and a half from Cape Town central and about 80mins from Cape Town International Airport – depending on who is driving, naturally!)

Hermanus is en-route to Plettenberg Bay, Knysna (also known as the Garden Route)
ROOMS & RATES |
Start from R130 per person up to R170 per person dependent on the accommodation and facilities -Click here for Rates page for FULL info! |
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… One more thing before you meander on through the rest of the website…
HERMANUS BACKPACKERS & BUDGET ACCOMMODATION STAFF
Hand picked for their enthusiasm, go-getter attitude, frivolity, local knowledge, interest in travel and .. most importantly of all… their ability to hold their alcohol, party all night as if there’s NO tomorrow and STILL be up and ‘at it’ before our guests!!
So… regardless of what you need, where you want to go or what you want to do… there’s always Somebody proficient in English and general Backpackers slang to ensure you have everything you need!

























