Joy River Backpackers

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.8

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Joy River Backpackers in Moremela offers a garden, outdoor fireplace, shared kitchen, and outdoor seating area. Guests can also enjoy a picnic area and barbecue facilities. Modern Amenities: The hostel features a patio, kitchen, barbecue, tea and coffee maker, garden and mountain views, outdoor dining area, ground-floor unit, walk-in shower, quiet street view, refrigerator, work desk, seating area, electric kettle, kitchenware, stovetop, toaster, private bathroom, bath, fireplace, river views, dining table, sofa bed, inner courtyard view, shared bathroom, microwave, private entrance, sofa, and wardrobe. Convenient Location: Located 113 km from Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport, Joy River Backpackers is near Blyde River Canyon Viewpoint (10 km), Three Rondavels Viewpoint (18 km), and Berlin Falls (27 km). Guests appreciate the host, kitchen, and convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 single bed
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1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Lesolo
South Africa South Africa
“The place is very nice and clean, the host Marriette is very friendly and welcoming, she offered me anything i needed, ensured that i am warm for my entire stay. The place was a home a way from home. I will definately be going back there soon!”
Ruvé
South Africa South Africa
“I liked the view it had from the back door and the river flowing close by. I liked the staff, especially Mariette, and the activities that were in the area. The house was very clean and neat. We had a great stay and will definitely be coming back...”
Vivienne
South Africa South Africa
“We battled to find the Backpackers, although my husband had not read the instructions sent to him! We eventually found a road leading to the the outskirts of the township and the house but it was very definitely a 4x4 track! The way we exited...”
Krzysztof
Poland Poland
“Great location on the panorama route, perfect stop on the way from Johannesburg to Kruger, literally across the street to Bourkes Potholes. The place was basic but cosy, super clean. Host was super helpful and kind.”
Alexander
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very unique experience, located very close to some great locations.”
Lubomír
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“Everything was just amazing! We had a wonderful, magical stay in Joy River. Beautiful place, amazing owner, great chalet (the owner upgraded us just because she could). We enjoyed the atmosphere of the place. When you plan to visit Blyde River...”
Anna
New Zealand New Zealand
“The property was really beautiful but simple. Everything felt down to earth but it had everything we needed. The host was friendly and helpful and the accomodation is located perfectly for exploring the panorama route, especially the blyde River...”
Mathilde
France France
“A great place to stay in the nature next to blade river canyon !”
Kushal
India India
“Mormela ,the village ,is like heaven in the ground.The host Marriet is always with you during your stay and even after your stay is over.A 65 year lady will become your friend very shortly.The facilities given inside the property are very...”
Robert
United States United States
“a very nice, quirky place run by the very nice and quirky Marietta. Basic but very comfortable.”

Property surroundings

House rules

Joy River Backpackers takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:00 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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Joy River Backpackers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.