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Secret Spot Backpackers

1.5 star property
Hostel in Ballito with outdoor pool and pool bar

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Outdoor pool
Beach nearby, beach shuttle, surfing
Room
Outdoor dining
Family Room
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Secret Spot Backpackers, where a poolside bar and outdoor pool await. Connect to WiFi, challenge friends to a game of billiards, or relax by the BBQ grills. Previous guests rave about their stay.

Reviews

5.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory (6 x Bunk beds)

Basic Shared Dormitory (6 x Bunk beds)

  • Sleeps 6

Basic Shared Dormitory (10 x Bunk beds)

  • Sleeps 1

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Map
4 Main Rd, Charka's Rock, Ballito, KwaZulu-Natal, 4420

Getting around

  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) - 17 min drive

About this property

Secret Spot Backpackers

Property highlights
Secret Spot Backpackers provides amenities, such as a poolside bar and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a billiards/pool table
  • A TV in reception, tour/ticket information and 1 meeting room
  • Barbecues

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 5 mi
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 270 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

Secret Spot Backpackers
Secret Spot Backpackers Hostel
Secret Spot Backpackers Hostel Umhlali
Secret Spot Backpackers Umhlali
Secret Spot Backpackers Hostel Ballito
Secret Spot Backpackers Ballito
Secret Spot Backpackers Ballito
Secret Spot Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Secret Spot Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ballito

Frequently asked questions

Does Secret Spot Backpackers have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

What time is check-in at Secret Spot Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 1 PM.

What time is check-out at Secret Spot Backpackers?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Secret Spot Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of ZAR 270 per vehicle applies.

Where is Secret Spot Backpackers located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Salt Rock Beach, Umhlali Library and Thompson's Bay Beach. Tiffany's Beach and Boulevard Shopping Centre are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Secret Spot Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

5.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 7 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
מקום יפה מאוד, קרוב לבליטו. 2 דק מעגלים ומחוף הים.הבעל בית יסביר לכם על האיזור.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel à remettre totalement en état et à modernise

Cabines minuscules il ne faut pas être claustrophobe Cuisine commune particulièrement sale Sanitaire en dehors de la chambre

2/10 Terrible

Rachel, South Africa

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not for solo female travellers

Although my expedia reservation clearly stated 'room', what was available for me was a tent (containing two beds). I arrived too late to go elsewhere. It was disconcerting to hear drunk male tourists stumbling around the tent when I was trying to sleep without being able to lock the door (zipper). The hotel staff were perfectly friendly but nowhere to be found within an hour of checking in. It was an extremely uncomfortable, noisy, and unpleasant night. I expect for groups looking for budget accommodation in a lovely location it might be alright.

10/10 Excellent

excellent service, umhlali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fantastic service

excellent service

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Run down

hardly no lights and no maintenance in the bedroom and the parking lot. the door entrance has to be open manually