Bordering the Wildeness National Park, Fairy Knowe Backpackers features a garden equipped with BBQ facilities. Guests will find a bar on site and can make use of the shared kitchen. Rooms and dormitories come with free WiFi access. Some have a private bathroom. A variety of activities, like bird watching, canoeing and hiking, can be performed in the immediate surroundings. The banks of the Touw River are a 5-minute walk from Fairy Knowe Backpackers. Free private parking is available on site.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
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1 double bed
2 single beds
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1 double bed
3 single beds
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
7.7
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.9
Value for money
8.5
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
4.6
Low score for Wilderness
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Noziphozihle
    South Africa South Africa
    Oh marn, they waited for me as I delayed, got there around 10pm and they were still friendly and welcoming. I made a mistake when I was booking and they were so understanding.Imagine at 10pm but they were able to explain everything to me.The view...
  • H
    Hockey
    South Africa South Africa
    super clean, social scene at bar amazing, entertainment excellent, best breakfast with very friendly staff
  • Vandenheuvel
    South Africa South Africa
    We liked our stay so much we booked into a more private room. Private bathroom and little kitchenette with a few things like plates and cups, not really enough to cook a meal in there. Family rooms are lovely if you are looking for a bit of...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1

    No additional info available

Facilities of Fairy Knowe Backpackers

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Live music/performance
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Entertainment staff
  • Horse riding
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Darts
    Additional charge
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in the business centre and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Kids' outdoor play equipment
    • Indoor play area
    • Board games/puzzles
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Family rooms
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Wellness
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Languages spoken
    • Afrikaans
    • German
    • English
    • French

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Fairy Knowe Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 13:00 to 20:00

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 7 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

    Cash only

    This property only accepts cash payments.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

    Dear Visitor, this region is currently experiencing drought conditions. Please be aware that certain properties are subject to comply with local water usage restrictions.

    FAQs about Fairy Knowe Backpackers

    • Fairy Knowe Backpackers is 1.2 miles from the centre of Wilderness. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Fairy Knowe Backpackers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Children's playground
      • Billiards
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Evening entertainment
      • Beach
      • Badminton equipment
      • Horse riding
      • Entertainment staff
      • Live music/performance

    • The nearest beach is just 0.6 miles from Fairy Knowe Backpackers. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Fairy Knowe Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Fairy Knowe Backpackers has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1

    • Check-in at Fairy Knowe Backpackers is from 13:00, and check-out is until 10:00.