Santos Express Train Lodge, Hostel in Mossel Bay

Santos Beach, Mossel Bay, South Africa

Wonderful
221 reviews
9.1

About Santos Express Train Lodge

Fall asleep to the sound of swaying palms and lapping waves. One of the most unique places you'll ever stay in.

Santos Express Train Lodge, AKA `The Train` by locals is a real train parked on Santos beach in Mossel Bay! With cabins facing the sea, it provides all travellers with a unique and romantic experience of staying on a real train only 30 metres from the sea on the Indian Ocean side of Cape Town.

Accommodation info

CategoryHostel
Check-infrom 14:00 to 22:00
Check-outbefore 10:00
CurfewNo curfew
Room lockoutNo lockout
Receptionfrom 7 to 22

Room types

Standard 1bed room with view & shared bathroom-Single
Standard 2bed room with view & shared bathroom-Twin
Standard double room with view & shared bathroom-Double
Superior double room with view & private bathroom-Honeymoon Caboose
Deluxe King room with private bathroom-Royal A,C Mountain View
Executive King room with view & private bathroom-Royal B,D Sea View

Location and surroundings

The Santos Express is a real train parked 30 metres from the sea on the Mossel Bay`s popular and safe Blue Flag Santos Beach, on the Indian Ocean side of Cape Town. It is in the heart of the famous Garden Route of South Africa and within walking distance of town centre, museums and shops.

Services and facilities

At The Train there's also a full-on restaurant serving great seafood regular braai`s (South African for BBQ!)and traditional meals and a happening cosy bar with beer garden and sun deck offering a stunning view and an awesome atmosphere.
We now have a fabulous conference room ideal for weddings, birthday parties or business and team building meetings.

Services
Wi-Fi accesscommon areas
BreakfastWith extra cost
Linen
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Amenities
Parking lot
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Reviews (9.1 Wonderful)

9.2WonderfulExpand details
Great for a 1 night stop. Obviously not a luxury hotel, but great location and it beats camping!
10WonderfulExpand details
very well situated. Rooms are very little but for one night it was a good choice.
9.0ExcellentExpand details
It was different experience staying in train parked on a beach. Nice view and easy access to beach. Restaurant was good with sea view. You can sit either inside or on deck. Over all amazing experience. ****
8.0Very goodExpand details
1st class position - best spot in town. Great restaurant and bar. Huge novelty value with carraige dorm and view from beds. However, very no sound proofing.
10WonderfulExpand details
Terrific place, so much fun to be in real train compartments. View of the beach and sound of waves are lovely. Staff is helpful and friendly. Free wifi, free breakfasts. Can't be beat!

Important to know

Animals policyAnimals NOT accepted
Children policyChildren can stay for free in parents' bed/s if younger than 2 years.Child rates are added by establishment after booking. Special rates apply for children aged between 2 and 12. Please specify the number of children and ages when making your reservation. There is a limit to the number of children per room allowed.
Private rooms age restrictionNo restrictions
Dorms age restrictionat least 18 years old
Smoking policyAll rooms and the common areas are non smoking
Wheelchair accessNo wheelchair access

Terms and conditions

Cancellation policyMore than 30 days prior to check in date - 10% cancellation fee Less than 30 days but more than 7 days - 50% cancellation fee Less than 7 days - 100% cancellation feeIn the event of a no show this property charges the full amount of BALANCE on customer's credit card
Special conditionsA complimentary light “continental” breakfast is already included in the rate.
If you want, you can option an upgrade to an ADDITIONAL hot breakfast simply flagging the BREAKFAST box below and you will pay an extra charge for it. ALL DELUXE BOOKINGS INCLUDE A COMPLIMENTARY HOT BREAKFAST.

PLEASE NOTE THAT NO COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST IS INCLUDED IN DORM RATES, BED ONLY. Continental breakfast can be requested at extra charge at CHECK IN.false
Accepted PaymentsThe property accepts the following credit card brands for balance payments: Visa, Mastercard, Visa Electron, Debit Cards
Anticipated chargeThe first night amount will be charged before the arrival otherwise the booking won't be guaranteed and the deposit will be lost. The charged amount is non-refundable
Pre authorizationThe property reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival
TaxesTaxes included
Other chargesRefundable key deposit. R100 per key
Wonderful
221 reviews
9.1