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Funky Monkeys Backpackers & Safaris

102 Van Wijk Street, PO Box 19289, Nelspruit, South Africa
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Johannesburg, South Africa
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

We slept here for one night and it was too much. The receptionist was on his computer when he arrived, no kind and friendly at all. he didn't explain us the rules of the backpack when we arrived. we left the backpack at 8pm, driving around nelspruit, came back at 1am. the gate was close, no security was here, no... More

Bellville, South Africa
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

Very friendly people and chill vibe. Reggae music plays at the bar. Local crowd also very nice. It's a bit out of town, but the neighbourhood is very nice. I left with a couple of spider bites though. Time to fumigate? The mattresses and pillows also need replacing.

Cleveland, Ohio
Top Contributor
85 reviews 85 reviews
73 hotel reviews
Reviews in 72 cities Reviews in 72 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 January 2013

We stayed here 2 nights. It is a taxi ride away from where the intercape bus drops you off in town, but it is well worth the trip. The dorms are clean and some even ensuite. The common area and bar can get a little noisy at night with locals that come to hang out. The communal kitchen is clean,... More

New York
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
17 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 October 2012

I stayed at Funky Monkeys for one night. I really enjoyed my stay. I was picked up by one of the drivers they have an arrangement with, and brought up for 60R. I hadn't realized how far away from town they were, which was the only drawback, since I didn't have a car. The staff was friendly, as were a... More

Dublin, Ireland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 August 2012

Our stay here went smoothly from beginning to end. We were picked up from the Nelspruit bus station by Jujeck and brought straight to the camp at Kruger Park. Lorna was so helpful and the staff were fantastic ... Jujeck who was always good craic and made sure that we got safely onto a bus to jo'burg when it was... More

London
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2012

My stay there was great from the pickup in town to the atmosphere around the place, which made me feel at home. There was plenty of helpful information around for the next stages of travel. I took them up on the funky safari which included some great food and a great campsite, what topped it off was al the animals... More

1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012 via mobile

Have been going back to funky for 10 years and am always delighted-excellent location, really clean and friendly amazing pool - i am addicted!

england berkshire
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2011

I stayed here last year whilst on a trip to SA. from the minute you walked into the place everyone was friendly and made you feel welcome. the weather at the time was horrible so we spent the evening listening to music and watching tv and making the of the bar. We ended up having one of the best nights... More

Maputo, Mozambique
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2011

I stayed for several days in September 2011. The overall staff service was extremely poor, with the desk staff often drunk and very grumpy with hardly a word of help. I had R 3000 worth of clothing stolen and when i complained and intended to take the matter further i was dragged out by some bouncer guy directed by the... More

Straubing, Bayern, Germany
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 October 2011

Wonderful time, its a familar atmosphere, you can meet the hole world and you ll find good friends and also you can reach swasiland and mosambik and you can have a drink with netto, lebo,tim or hendrew they are always friendly and the cleaner woman also wonderfull and sometimes they have guests like Robby or Sascha you can have fun... More

 
 
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Additional Information about Funky Monkeys Backpackers & Safaris

Address: 102 Van Wijk Street, PO Box 19289, Nelspruit, South Africa
Region: South Africa > Mpumalanga > Nelspruit
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Breakfast Free Parking Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #17 of 31 Speciality lodging in Nelspruit
Price range (per night): S$29 - 40
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