Is this PMB Backpackers Lodge pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at PMB Backpackers Lodge?

Check-in time for PMB Backpackers Lodge starts counting from 12:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the PMB Backpackers Lodge have a swimming pool?

Yes, this PMB Backpackers Lodge has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in PMB Backpackers Lodge?

Best-rates for the PMB Backpackers Lodge starts from $47 per night with includes Kitchen, Child Friendly, Pool, TV, View, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Guest Services, Entertainment, Parking, Internet with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is PMB Backpackers Lodge a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hostel Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hostel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the PMB Backpackers Lodge wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the PMB Backpackers Lodge has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the PMB Backpackers Lodge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the PMB Backpackers Lodge indicates 1 day stay policy at this hostel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for PMB Backpackers Lodge?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the PMB Backpackers Lodge are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

PMB Backpackers Lodge | Hostel in Pietermaritzburg

7.7 (36 Reviews) | 14 Bedrooms 8 Bathrooms 32 Guests

Scottsville Hostel | PMB Backpackers Lodge

14 Bedroom Hostel in Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg

Located in Pietermaritzburg, a 9-minute walk from Comrades Marathon House, PMB Backpackers Lodge has accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 1.3 miles from KwaZulu-Natal Museum, 3 miles from Butterflies for Africa and 5.6 miles from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve. The hostel provides an outdoor swimming pool and a shared kitchen and free WiFi. Natal Zoological Gardens is 13 miles from the hostel, while Baynesfield Estate Museum is 14 miles from the property. Pietermaritzburg Airport is 1.9 miles away.

PMB Backpackers Lodge is located in Pietermaritzburg.

This 14 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Child Friendly, Kitchen, Guest Services, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 36 reviews with the average score of 7.7 . Coming to Pietermaritzburg and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 14 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Pietermaritzburg. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This PMB Backpackers Lodge in Pietermaritzburg is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “PMB Backpackers Lodge”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hostel, please let us know.

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Parking

Pool

View

Balcony/Terrace

Security/Safety

Guest Services

Entertainment

Child Friendly

Internet

Kitchen

Facility Overview

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Parking

Parking on site

Private Parking

Free parking

Parking

General

Family rooms

Non-smoking rooms

Guest Services

Shared lounge/TV area

Daily housekeeping

Internet

Internet

Free Wifi

Wifi

Outdoors

Garden

Outdoor furniture

Outdoor pool

Security/Safety

CCTV in common areas

Fire extinguishers

CCTV outside property

Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning

Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines

Guest accommodation disinfected between stays

Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies

Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus

Delivered food covered securely

Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized

Physical distancing in dining areas

First aid kits available

Thermometers for guests provided by property

Process in place to check health of guests

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas

Access to healthcare professionals

Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed

Face masks for guests available

Contactless check-in/out

Physical distancing rules followed

Cashless payment available

Spa

Swimming pool

Fenced pool

Infinity pool

Policies

Check-in

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation

Pet Policy

Pets are not allowed

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply, payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. the property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Reviews

Value for money:

8.32

Location:

8.27

Staff:

8.92

Facilities:

7.54

Comfort:

8.01

Cleanliness:

8.39

Nzimande

Sep 11, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Review Score: 7

South Africa

Reviewer Type: Extended Group

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: The pool area.

Summary: Excellent

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Room Arrangement

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Queen Room with Garden View Room Type: Double Room Size: 7 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Toilet paper, Shower, Walk-in shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee) General Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Hardwood or parquet floors, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Iron Living Area Sitting area, Desk View Garden view, Quiet street view, View Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens Outdoors Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture Room Amenities Adapter, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack Pool and Spa Plunge Pool Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Male Dormitory Room Room Type: Dorm Room Room Size: 7 m² 5 Twin bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee) General Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Hardwood or parquet floors, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Iron View Garden view, View Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens Outdoors Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture Room Amenities Adapter, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack Pool and Spa Plunge Pool Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Budget Twin Room Room Type: Twin Room Size: 7 m² 2 Twin bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee) General Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Hardwood or parquet floors, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Iron View View Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens Outdoors Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture Pool and Spa Plunge Pool Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Adapter Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Double Room with Shared Bathroom Room Type: Double Room Size: 6 m² 2 Full bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Bathtub, Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee) General Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Hardwood or parquet floors, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Iron View Pool view, Garden view, View Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens Outdoors Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture Pool and Spa Pool with a view, Plunge Pool Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Adapter Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Economy Quadruple Room Room Type: Quad Room Size: 8 m² 4 Twin bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee) General Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Hardwood or parquet floors, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Iron View Pool view, Garden view, View Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens Outdoors Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture Room Amenities Adapter, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack Pool and Spa Pool with a view, Plunge Pool Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Comfort Quadruple Room Room Type: Quad Room Size: 8 m² 4 Twin bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Toilet paper, Shower, Shared bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee) General Ironing facilities, Fire extinguisher, Trash cans, Privacy curtain, Hardwood or parquet floors, Tile/Marble floor, Fan, Iron View Pool view, Garden view, View Bedroom Wardrobe or closet, Linens Outdoors Outdoor dining area, Outdoor furniture Room Amenities Adapter, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack Pool and Spa Pool with a view, Plunge Pool Media & Technology Mobile hotspot device Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
4-Bed Male Dormitory Room Room Type: Dorm Room Room Size: 6 m² 4 Twin bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee) Pool and Spa Plunge Pool Room Amenities Socket near the bed General Privacy curtain Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Budget Triple Room Room Type: Triple Room Size: 7 m² 3 Twin bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Toilet paper, Shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee) Pool and Spa Plunge Pool Room Amenities Socket near the bed General Privacy curtain Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Queen Room Room Type: Double Room Size: 7 m² 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee) Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Clothes rack Pool and Spa Plunge Pool General Privacy curtain Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Single Room Room Type: Single Room Size: 7 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Toilet paper, Shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee) Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Clothes rack Pool and Spa Plunge Pool General Privacy curtain Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Single Room Room Type: Single Room Size: 7 m² 1 Twin bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Toilet paper, Shower, Private bathroom, Toilet, Towels/Sheets (extra fee) Room Amenities Socket near the bed, Clothes rack Pool and Spa Plunge Pool General Privacy curtain Cleanliness & disinfection Hand sanitizer
Studio Apartment with One Double Bed Room Type: Apartment 1 Full bed(s) Bed 1 Sofa bed Bed	Bathroom Toilet, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Shower
Deluxe Queen Studio Room Type: Studio 1 Full bed(s) Bed	Bathroom Toilet paper, Shower, Towels, Private bathroom, Toilet

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