Situated in the beautiful Plettenberg Bay on the Western Cape Garden Route of South Africa, Nothando Backpackers Lodge is a must visit for the discovery, adventure, beach and home away from home seeker. A luxury 5-star, award winning backpackers run by the Dreyer family for over 10 years, Nothando has established itself as the self-catering place of choice to stay in the world renowned Plettenberg Bay area. Nothando is located on the Baz Bus Route.

Nothando Backpackers Lodge caters for travelers seeking luxury double rooms, dorms and twin rooms. Crisp white linen and warm blankets are provided for, small luxuries like hairdryers, reading lights and guest amenities are standard at our graded lodge.

Decadent Dorms: Our dorms come standard with warm duvets and blankets, amenities, hairdryers and bed lights.

Luxury en-suite double rooms: Spoil yourself with our luxury double room, standard with television, tea & coffee station, bathroom amenities, hairdryer, warm heater and mohair blanket

Luxury en-suite twin room: Spoil yourself with our luxury twin room, standard with television, tea & coffee station, bathroom amenities, hairdryer, warm heater and mohair blankets

Family Room, sleeps either 3 or 4 persons: This practical and comfortable 'family' room is ideal for small groups and families. It comes standard with television, tea & coffee station, bathroom amenities, hairdryer, warm heater and mohair blankets. It is en-suite and has a small patio garden.

At Nothando our service and facilities are of the highest standard and a belief in quality, value and creature comforts are the starting point for all we have to offer. Below are some of the services and facilities we offer but please note that we save a few surprises for when you arrive! Facilities include:

Leisure: We have a well stocked fire place bar with a pool table and television for big sporting events and so forth.

Transport: We are in the town so most things are within walking distance but we also offer a transport service to some of the adventure activities including the bungee jump, Monkeyland and more.

Information Desk: Our well trained local staff are always on hand to answer questions, make recommendations, make reservations and make sure that your stay is a memorable one.

Safety: Nothando is in the town which is very safe. Guests are provided with a room key, security gate key and we offer a lock up service for belongings such as passports etc. We are on the Baz Bus route which drops travelers off at our front door.

Communication: We have a fast Internet service as well as a private card phone on the property.

Accommodation at Nothando Backpackers Lodge is on a self-catering basis. We have a well equipped kitchen for cooking and a fireplace for BBQs.

If you aren't in the mood for cooking, Plettenberg Bay features many fine restaurants, cafes and takeaways.

Nothando Backpackers Lodge is ideally situated in the town of Plettenberg Bay, only 5 minutes walk from the beach.

There are many activities to be enjoyed in the area, such as deep sea fishing, gliding, ocean kayaking, sunbathing and swimming, just to name a few.

A little further on, out of Plettenberg, you will reach Blokraans Bridge, where you can experience the thrill of your lifetime, by taking the 216m bungee plunge!

Please note, rates are subject to change at owner discretion. Please enquire about frequent seasonal special offers.

Peak season rates apply from the 15 December to 15 January:

• Decadent Dorms R125.
• Luxury En-suite Double Rooms R550 per room.
• Cosy Double Room R400 per room.
• Family Room R675 - R800 per room.