Santos Express Train Lodge

Category: Hostel

Address: Santos Beach - Mossel Bay, South Africa

Stay on a real train parked right on the beach!! All cabins face the sea. Fall a sleep to the sound of swaying palms and lapping waves. We have singles, doubles and dorms. We also offer a full-on restaurant and a happening bar, beer garden and sun deck. One of the most unique places ...

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Green Door Guest House

Category: Guest House

Address: 49 Marsh Street - Mossel Bay, South Africa

Green Door Guest House is situated in the CBD of Mossel Bay witch allows our guests to have a historic walk to the beaches, restaurant, pubs & shops. Our establishment is in a Heritage house, build in the early 1900's. We are proud to add to the history of feet that has given the house its ...

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B@Home

Category: Guest House

Address: 94 Long Street - Mossel Bay, South Africa

Luxury four star accommodation at affordable rates. Choose from one of our 5 en suite bedrooms decorated with style and comfort. Centrally located and walking distance to a blue flagged beach. b@Home offers great views of the sea, shore and mountains. Excellent whale and dolphin watching ...

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