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The Hostelz.com Review
The Mantis & Moon Lodge is set within a jungle, or so it feels. The main house, cabins, bar, and treehouses are set within many tropical trees -- all accessible via wooden plank pathways. There is a rock pool, jacuzzi, and a very lively bar. Four dogs and three cats also roam the premises and make themselves at home. This hostel serves a meal at night for a cost -- ask the office what the meal of the day is. This is very convenient as you don't have to go and find a restaurant (not easy when you don't have a car).
The Location
This hostel is located in Umzumbe, a small coastal town on the South Coast of Kwazulu Natal, and is very easy to find when you have a car. It is just minutes away from the ocean, but quite far from restaurants and shops. It is also a BAZ bus stop that goes from backpacker to backpacker, as a way of transport around South Africa. There is parking, but very limited, and it's not easy to park when there are a few cars.
Rooms and Bathrooms
The main house has dorm rooms with separate bathrooms, but on the premises among the trees are the doubles, double-ensuites and the three treehouses. All of these except one are wooden cabins and very cozy. The treehouses are all different sizes, ranging from a tent on a platform to a small treehouse with ensuite bathroom to a big treehouse with veranda (and chairs) and a two-person bath (very romantic!). All the facilities and the premises are well maintained and clean, and the doubles have good locks on the door. They also have a safe to keep all valuables.
Common Spaces
This hostel has a communal kitchen with small dining table, cozy lounge, outside wooden tables (eating area), and the lively bar. They also have table tennis, pool table, and internet. This is a very social hostel that gets very busy on a weekend. But at the same time it is also very relaxed and has the feel of a group of friends getting together for a party. The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Summary
This is a great place. You don't see the ocean, but you can hear it, and its only two-minute walk away. It is secure with dogs roaming and security gate when entering. The monkeys come and play early in the mornings in the trees and this can be very noisy (keep the windows closed as they can cause havoc). There is so much to do from here, and the staff is very helpful in booking activities.
The Location
This hostel is located in Umzumbe, a small coastal town on the South Coast of Kwazulu Natal, and is very easy to find when you have a car. It is just minutes away from the ocean, but quite far from restaurants and shops. It is also a BAZ bus stop that goes from backpacker to backpacker, as a way of transport around South Africa. There is parking, but very limited, and it's not easy to park when there are a few cars.
Rooms and Bathrooms
The main house has dorm rooms with separate bathrooms, but on the premises among the trees are the doubles, double-ensuites and the three treehouses. All of these except one are wooden cabins and very cozy. The treehouses are all different sizes, ranging from a tent on a platform to a small treehouse with ensuite bathroom to a big treehouse with veranda (and chairs) and a two-person bath (very romantic!). All the facilities and the premises are well maintained and clean, and the doubles have good locks on the door. They also have a safe to keep all valuables.
Common Spaces
This hostel has a communal kitchen with small dining table, cozy lounge, outside wooden tables (eating area), and the lively bar. They also have table tennis, pool table, and internet. This is a very social hostel that gets very busy on a weekend. But at the same time it is also very relaxed and has the feel of a group of friends getting together for a party. The staff is very friendly and helpful.
Summary
This is a great place. You don't see the ocean, but you can hear it, and its only two-minute walk away. It is secure with dogs roaming and security gate when entering. The monkeys come and play early in the mornings in the trees and this can be very noisy (keep the windows closed as they can cause havoc). There is so much to do from here, and the staff is very helpful in booking activities.
— Exclusive Hostelz.com Review
September 2007
Their Description
The Mantis & Moon Backpackers Details
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Location/Contact| Address | 7/178 Station Road, Umzumbe, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa |
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| Website | www.mantisandmoon.net |
| Telephone | (0027) 39 684 6256 |
| Fax | (0027) 39 684 6263 |
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Hostelz.com Guest Reviews
Bloody marvelous there's no way you won't want to be back! it's absolutely impossible to describe and i cant wait to buy my next ticket to paradise! — harrison , sa sweden (2007-10-23) Fantastic This is one of the best, if not the best hostel I have ever stayed at. Not only is the location (among so many trees) just great, but it has a very vibey bar, and the staff is so friendly and helpful that I felt right at home. And even though we are an older couple and don't party as hard, we still loved this place. The big treehouse with two-person bath is a must if you want something romantic. — Beverley , South African (2007-09-13) Very cool place! Frendly and helpful staff. Very relaxing! — Lisa, Leila, Fiona (2006-01-04) What an outstanding place, which we never wanted to leave. One of the best hostels we've ever stayed in. Great vibe, nice staff and dogs, velvet monkeys, palm trees, pool, Jacuzzi. . .a backpackers heaven!!! — Rico, Renè, Renè, Kai (2005-10-04) WATCH OUT!! This hostel is going to mess up your itinerary. Once you're here, you end up staying longer then planned! Great place, the best! — Gert (2005-08-01) I never wanted to leave this place! Lovely guys run it, it has a free pool, gorgeous dogs, and the Jacuzzi in the jungle — this place is paradise! GO THERE!!! — Annabel (2005-03-03) This is the most relaxing place in the whole world! Do yourselves a favour and go and stay at this place!!! — Taryn and Charlie (2005-01-25) Great spot — nice vibe. The place is clean. It has good security with four of the nicest big dogs you've ever come across. It has a good outdoor pool — not the best beach, though. — Anonymous (2005-01-17)