Ubuntu Backpackers

Jeffreys Bay · South Africa

Ubuntu Backpackers

HostelPunk Score
71% NOT TOO BAD
Low confidence 24 reviews

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Facilities

🍳 Kitchen 🅿️ Parking 🔥 BBQ 🅿️ Free Parking 🌅 Outdoor Terrace 🍺 Bar
Other facilities (23)
Bicycle Parking Airport Transfers Tours/Travel Desk Housekeeping Reception (Limited Hours) Internet Access Book Exchange Board Games Cable TV Pool Table Linen Included Reading Light Ceiling Fan Tea & Coffee Making Facilities Towels For Hire Security Lockers Safe Deposit Box Common Room Games Room Free City Maps Free WiFi Free Internet Access Hot Showers

Prices

Dorms $12 / night
Privates $29 / night

HW prices from today

Recent reviews

Germany FEMALE 18-24 Jan 26, 2026 Atm 60%

Had a good stay there, long-stay people were a bit awkward and sometimes very noisy but in total okey. Staff was great!

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South Africa MALE Dec 25, 2025 Atm 80%

Had a fabulous stay and the people are awesome, will definitely pop in again 😀

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Dec 9, 2025 Atm 100%

Had the best time at Ubuntu. Lovely vibe and lovely people 🏄🏻

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Spain MALE 25-30 Oct 4, 2025 Atm 60%

I don’t really understand the reviews of this hostel, it’s a completely mess The beds are very small, uncomfortable, the blankets simply disgusting (they also change a small sheets) The location is the worst part, you are +30 mins away from the part of the town with better atmosphere They don’t even have tap water to drink, you needed to buy your own (first time in my life I see this) Not 24/7 security, all the doors open

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Netherlands ALLFEMALEGROUP 25-30 Sep 19, 2025 Atm 60%

Was nice, good location, staff that helped us was friendly but stoned

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South Africa MALE 18-24 Mar 30, 2025 Atm 100%

Best place to stay in JBay!

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Brazil MALE 25-30 Mar 20, 2025 Atm 100%

Ótimo hostel, ótima localização

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Nov 28, 2024 Atm 100%

Very friendly and helpful staff! There were not enough lockers in the dorms, but the manager made sure to find a solution. The location is 30min on foot from the surfers village/schools and main surfing spot.

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Germany FEMALE 31-40 Nov 28, 2024 Atm 100%

One of my favourite Hostels so far. Maybe the mattress was not the best anymore, but the vibe and people there balanced that out completely. Thank you so much!!

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Argentina MALE 18-24 Oct 12, 2024 Atm 100%

Volunteers were great and made the place feel like home. The nightly campfires are really nice, it’s a great way to bond! Location is super convenient as it’s near major grocery stores, restaurants, and super tubes

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Sweden MALE 31-40 Jan 5, 2024 Atm 80%

Pros: - Many common areas to socialize. - Clean and friendly staff. Cons: - It is located quite far from main beach (around 35min walk). - No door in the dorm I stayed. - No sockets to charge things in upper bed. - Beds are even smaller than normal hostel beds.

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Jan 4, 2024 Atm 100%

Unglaublich gemütliches Hostel mit einem sehr schönen Gemeinschaftsbereich und toller Küche. Die Zimmer waren sehr einfach gehalten, aber sauber und insgesamt ok 🙂

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Germany FEMALE 25-30 Dec 28, 2023 Atm 100%

Gemütliches Hostel in Guter Lage. Ich wurde sofort super in die Gruppe integriert und mit zum gemeinsamem Essen und anschließendem Filmeabend genommen. Danke für den tollen Aufenthalt! Ich würde das Hostel jederzeit sofort weiterempfehlen. ;)

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Switzerland COUPLE 25-30 Oct 28, 2023 Atm 100%

Das beste Hostel auf der Garden Route! Es hatte richtigen Hostelvibe & war sehr gemütlich Alles war perfekt!!!!! :))

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Belgium MALE 25-30 Oct 13, 2023 Atm 80%

Ubuntu was alright. Not too much people, but it was low season. Two minor remarks: 1) the staff starts working around 6 h in the morning with music next to our room: not ideal, 2) would be cool if we could get beers after 8 pm.

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Germany FEMALE 18-24 Oct 12, 2023 Atm 100%

Great hostel and great people. It has everything you need and the atmosphere is just amazing. We loved it :)

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USA MALE Sep 28, 2023 Atm 100%

Yup yup! Top to bottom, totally recommend.

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Netherlands FEMALE 25-30 Sep 21, 2023 Atm 100%

Best hostel in terms of good vibes i’ve ever been. The volunteers and Kiera really made you feel at home. If Kiera makes dinner it’s awesome. Braai were lots of fun with everyone. It’s all about surfing which is great. Walk to the surf village is about 25 min. But if you’re a good surfer the good spots are walking distance (supertubes and point). Hanging around in one of the couches and movie night is also happening. Place is secure. Grocery and laundy close by Only downside was the mat...

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Netherlands COUPLE 25-30 May 31, 2023 Atm 100%

Very beautiful hostel, the cutest place I stayed at so far! Great staff, very helpful and they offer a lot of activities!

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England MALE 25-30 May 27, 2023 Atm 100%

Loved Ubuntu, so much that I came back for two more nights. A cosey hostel, and the perfect location for surfing in J Bay. Enjoyed hanging out with everyone there. Jonny, Cherkanah, Eva and Lovis kept the place running really well, and I enjoyed hanging out with Greg! Cheers Ubuntu. 🍻🏄‍♂️🇿🇦

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