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Located in Maputo, a 13-minute walk from Maputo City Hall, The Base Backpackers has accommodations 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 600 yards from the city center and a 18-minute walk from National Money Museum Maputo. All rooms in the hostel are equipped with an electric tea pot. At The Base Backpackers the rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a shared bathroom. The accommodation has a grill. 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, 4.3 miles from the hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.6
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Huong
    Vietnam Vietnam
    Clean, well organized and professional environment. Staff are attentive and helpful. There is kitchen for travelers to cook. Very close to airport and downtown,
  • Lukas
    United States of America United States of America
    Great location, friendly staff, great kitchen. Room quiet, with AC, very good wifi. Good view on the balcony.
  • Gabriel
    United States of America United States of America
    Forget standards for East Africa, this would be a great hostel anywhere in the world. Super clean, very friendly and helpful staff, great amenities and very safe and central location. Reliable hot water, but you probably wont use it with Maputo...

Area info

Amenities of The Base Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Drying rack for clothing
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Living Area
  • Dining area
Food & Drink
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Business center
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Mosquito net
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Air conditioning
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Portuguese

Property practices

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House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
MZN 600 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
MZN 800 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted The Base Backpackers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

FAQs about The Base Backpackers

  • Check-in at The Base Backpackers is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at The Base Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Base Backpackers is 1.1 miles from the center of Maputo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Base Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):