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Jikeleza Lodge International Backpackers Hostel Reviews

44 Cuyler Street, Central, Port Elizabeth, South Africa

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74%Overall Rating

From 23 ratings
  • 70%Character
  • 81%Security
  • 72%Location
  • 77%Staff
  • 70%Atmosphere
  • 73%Cleanliness

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63%

First manager was not helpful at all but the second was so it probabply depends on how you get... Shower needing cleaning but the rooms were nice and tidy plus the beds were comfortable. Wifi works well but its 20 rand while in many places its free... The addo/schotia safari was very nice and is definetely worth the money and a must do accroding to us. Good meals and friendly guides.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Couple, 18-24
  • (6 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi Christopher We are sorry about that manager but he is no longer with us. We apologize about the shower we will definitely check on that as we are fussy about cleanliness at our hostel. Where Wifi is free you will find other services expensive and we do give 30minutes free internet per day. We are glad you enjoyed the Addo Schotia Safari.

70%

Place is hard to find,because signs are not good visible.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 16 Apr 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Netherlands
  • Couple, 41+
  • (3 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi Dick We are upgrading our signs so sorry that you battled to find us but we are available by phone if somebody needs us.

77%

Very good hostel!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Mar 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Ukraine
  • Female, 18-24
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi Natalia, thankyou for commenting. We hope to see you again.

80%

- The mattresses were saggy and uncomfortable. + The host was polite, friendly and fun and the hostel was very clean.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 15 Feb 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Austria
  • Female, 25-30
  • (5 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi h Helene, thanks for your comments. We will follow up on your comments and sort it out.

77%

The owner cared a lot about us

  • Novice Nomad
  • 10 Feb 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • All Female Group, 31-40
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your comment. Hope to see you again

100%

Great place to stay at.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 14 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Male, 41+
  • (2 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi Chris, It was great to have you. Hope to see you again for longer.

77%

nice, clean hostel with good facilities. the location is not to flash, but then again there's not really a lot to do in pe anyway. if u're there for a cricket match jikeleza is a brilliant choice, as it is only a five minute walk to st georges park.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 10 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Male, 25-30
  • (3 reviews)


83%

staff super helpful and friendly. However, no safe in dorms, so valuables have to be given to staff. 10 min walk to the city center of P.E.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 Jan 2013
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Male, 25-30
  • (4 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi Marcel, thanks for staying with us. We have taken note of your comments and will act on it.

77%

Nice hostel. Good location. Cool people you meet there.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 17 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Mixed Group, 18-24
  • (3 reviews)


87%

The gent working there was great. If you're just stopping through, it's a great place too. The neighborhood at night leaves a bit to be desired though.

  • Avid Traveller
  • 06 Dec 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • All Male Group, 25-30
  • (16 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi Parker, thank you for staying with us. We are sorry you found the area not desirable at night as we have no problems at all and it is one of the safest areas in PE.

60%

It was okay

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Nov 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • Female, 18-24
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Hi Kelsey, Thanks for staying with us. Please let us know what we can do to improve our service.



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