The Base Backpackers
Avenue Patrice Lumumba, nr 545, Maputo
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Why people book this hotel
“The location is good and the Wi-Fi worked well”
“Location was ok and very central”
“Easy walk to nice restaurants and sights - The double room was well equipped a…”
“Nice enough hostel, only spent a night in a shared room before flying out, staff…”
“The hostel was lovely and great value for money”
“Prime location with very friendly and helpful security”
“The bathrooms and showers in particular were very clean”
“Facilities and cleanliness were top notch”
“Location was good, price is fair”
Overview
Set in Maputo, 1.1 km from Maputo City Hall, The Base Backpackers offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 500 metres from the city centre and 1.6 km from National Money Museum Maputo. All guest rooms in the hostel are fitted with a kettle. At The Base Backpackers all rooms include air conditioning and a shared bathroom. The accommodation offers a barbecue. Popular points of interest near The Base Backpackers include Museum of Natural History, Centro Cultural Franco Moçambicano - CCFM and The Iron House. The nearest airport is Maputo International, 7 km from the hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Jarvis
solo_traveller
March 23, 2024
“Good but with a few limitations”
The location is good and the Wi-Fi worked well. It has a reasonably well equipped kitchen and the security of the property is good also. The bathrooms and showers in particular were very clean.
andlufds
solo_traveller
March 20, 2024
“Ok place to stay”
Location was ok and very central
lethabo ntelekoa
couple
March 19, 2024
The hostel was lovely and great value for money. The stuff was helpful even though they don't understand English they try their best to be helpful
Peter
solo_traveller
March 13, 2024
“Stayed for 2 nights and loved it.”
Prime location with very friendly and helpful security. Facilities and cleanliness were top notch.
Hazel
solo_traveller
March 8, 2024
“Had a great stay staff was helpful and friendly. Location was the best, very central could walk to most places. The view”
Location of the property is perfect, very central and close to everywhere. The views from the balcony are amazing.
Dominik
couple
March 8, 2024
“Enjoyable stay in the very centre of Maputo”
- Location. In the very centre. Easy walk to nice restaurants and sights - The double room was well equipped and cozy - A/C worked well - Nice terrace with enjoyable view - Clean and well equipped kitchen
Mariana
solo_traveller
March 7, 2024
“Good value for a short stay”
Nice enough hostel, only spent a night in a shared room before flying out, staff were quite friendly and helpful, beds were comfortable enough. Pleasant terrace at the top.
Testa
solo_traveller
March 5, 2024
“I loved the staff, the premises, very clean, tidy up, Wi-Fi works well.”
Location was great
Laura
solo_traveller
February 27, 2024
“Great short stay!”
Very nice! Beds were comfortable, and the hostel was very clean. Nice outside space to sit too! Staff were also very helpful with organising transport for me!
Forever Traveller
solo_traveller
February 19, 2024
“Value for Money”
Helpful staff. They try their best to assist the guests. Fairly well equipped kitchen. Location is good.
boakye
solo_traveller
February 12, 2024
Cool and nice environment
Chris
solo_traveller
January 18, 2024
“Nice and safe location . Hostel was clean and staff was really helpful .”
The views from the backyard
Pusha
extended_group
January 7, 2024
“worth your money”
All the reviews are so helpful the location is best and the beds are comftable, the chill area is amazing and the stuff is friendly.
Margaret St Clair
couple
January 2, 2024
“Fantastic location and safe”
Loved the location as was able to safely park our hire car
Chirau
solo_traveller
December 26, 2023
“fair enough”
comfortable bunk beds
Chirau
solo_traveller
December 26, 2023
“fair enough though”
The bunk beds are very comfy nd the linen always clean
O-Liver
solo_traveller
December 19, 2023
The location
Harriet
solo_traveller
December 11, 2023
“Average”
Location was good, price is fair.
Veronica
solo_traveller
November 26, 2023
“I felt like home in The Base Backpackers”
It´s like home, very welcome people and knowing about Maputo. Perfect location too, and very safe.
WEN HSIANG
solo_traveller
November 20, 2023
“The front gate is always closed and locked at night. There is someone open and close that for you all the time.”
The staff is friendly. And the room, toilet, and public area are tidy.
Facilities
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Bar, Snack bar
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
General
Bicycle parking, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Accessible parking, Parking garage, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Security alarm, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Airport shuttle (additional charge), Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, ATM/cash machine on site, Packed lunches, Luggage storage, Airport shuttle, Business centre, Laundry
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off, Public transport tickets
Budget Double Room
Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave in the well-fitted kitchen. The double room also comes with a barbecue. This air-conditioned double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a shared bathroom as well as a terrace. The unit has 1 bed.
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