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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

Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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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!
  • 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...
  • 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.
  • Brenda
    South Africa South Africa
    Mariette was very friendly, she is proud of het propperty and it shows. Neat, clean and tranquil. I shall visit her again if opportunity present itself - without thinking twice. A sensory feast, beautiful surroundings. We very much enjoyed our stay.
  • Weronika
    Poland Poland
    Mariette was very helpful but also super nice company. Place is very well equipped and clean.

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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 check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

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.