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Santos Express

Review Summary

4.5 out of 5from 371 reviews for Santos Express
Cleanliness
4.3/5
Service
4.5/5
Location
4.8/5
Safety
4.5/5
Value for money
4.4/5
Salome P - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Salome P
With partner

Lekke man, lekke!

Die hele ondervinding was puik, die personeel baie vriendelik en behulpsaam (as ek mag uitsonder, Kim, Elmarie en Sam - hulle was wonderlik!) en die etes was heerlik.

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Lick man, lick!

The whole experience was great, the staff very friendly and helpful (if I may single out Kim, Elmarie and Sam - they were great!) and the meals were delicious.

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Jaco S - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jaco S
With partner

Bucket list item!

Wat 'n aangename verblyf. Definitief iets om op jou bucket list te sit. Staff was vriendelik, kamer was skoon met alles wat nodig is. Het baie lekker gebly.

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Bucket list item!

What a pleasant stay. Definitely something to put on your bucket list. Staff was friendly, room was clean with everything needed. Had a great stay.

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Karin H - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karin H
With partner

Vriendelike mense.

Lekker ervaring gewees.

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Friendly people.

It was a nice experience.

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Sam A - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sam A
With friends

Lekker om op die trein te slaap en te hoor hoe breek die branders.

Baie lekker gebly. My verwagtinge oortref.

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Nice to sleep on the train and hear how the waves break.

Very nice stay. Exceeded my expectations.

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Rienie B - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rienie B
With friends

Lekker was op my bucket list nou kan ek dit aftick.

Het lekker gebly, maar. Hulle kan net vir seker maak dat foonlaaiers en sleutels almal werk voor kliente inkom. As jy uit is en laat kom kantoor toe en die sleutel van die buitedeur pas nie.

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Nice was on my bucket list now I can tick it off.

Had a nice stay, but. They can just make sure that phone chargers and keys all work before clients come in. If you are out and come to the office late and the key to the outside door does not fit.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Rienie

Baie dankie vir die resensie.
Ons sal na die probleem kyk en dankie dat u ons inlig rondom die situasie.

Mooi geseende week vir u en hou warm.

Groete
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Anonymous Guest - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner
Kitty V - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kitty V
Individual traveller

Was 'n baie aangename ondervinding.

Dit was 'n baie lekker gewees.

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Was a very pleasant experience.

It was a very nice time.

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Stefanie S - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stefanie S
With friends

Lekker kuier plek.

Ja, baie lekker gebly.

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Nice place to visit.

Yes, very nice stay.

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Nela M - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nela M
With partner

Definitief 'n moet om daar te oornag.

Dit was so wonderlik om my kinderdae herinnering te herleef deur in die trein trokke te kon slaap. Wonderlike tyd gehad by julle.

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Definitely a must to spend the night there.

It was so wonderful to relive my childhood memory by being able to sleep in the train cars. Had a wonderful time with you.

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Stefanie S - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stefanie S
With friends

Baie lekker, waarde vir geld.

Ons het baie lekker gebly.

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Very nice, value for money.

We had a very nice stay.

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Lourens M - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lourens M
Individual traveller

Very pleasant overnight accommodation.

Very pleasant. The cabins were clean and the linen smelled fresh. The showers need some upgrading and a bench for clothes. The floors are very slippery, but the water was warm and had good pressure.

Santos Express 's response

Good day Lourens,

Thank you so much for your review, it's much appreciated. Your opinion really means a lot and we will look into the matter.
We trust to see you again soon.

Kind regards,
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Raymond S - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Raymond S
With partner

Wonderlike plek.

Ongelooflik aangenaam. Die personeel is wonderlik en hulpvaardig. Die trein is skoon en netjies. Daar is so baie om te doen in die omgewing, maar om net op die stoep te sit en kyk vir die see reg voor die trein was net "awesome". Die restaurant se kos en atmosfeer is ook baie aangenaam. Ons het net baie lekker gebly.

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Wonderful place.

Incredibly pleasant. The staff are wonderful and helpful. The train is clean and tidy. There is so much to do in the area, but just sitting on the porch and watching the sea right in front of the train was just "awesome". The restaurant's food and atmosphere are also very pleasant. We just had a great time.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Raymond

Baie dankie vir die resensie, ons is bly om te hoor dat u die verblyf saam met ons geniet het.
Hoop om u binnekort weer te sien.

Mooi bly
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Patience Ntombizandisiwe S - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Patience Ntombizandisiwe S
With partner

Friendly staff from office to kitchen, even the guards. The car was safe.

Was superb. They were so hospitable, to the point of being able to change rooms from single to double bed to enjoy cuddling with my husband in this winter season.

Nadeema D - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nadeema D
Family with teenagers

Our halal breakfast was a winner. Thank you for allowing our own halal braai pan.

No problems at all. Will definitely come back. A stay with a difference. Everything we wanted we got.

Gerard L - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gerard L
Individual traveller

Sal definitief weer daar bly.

Fantastiese plek om te bly. Uitstekende diens, netjies, skoon, goed toegerus. Goeie ligging, uitstekende restaurant en uitsig. Ek het baie lekker gekuier.

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Will definitely stay there again.

Fantastic place to stay. Excellent service, neat, clean, well equipped. Good location, excellent restaurant and view. I had a great time.

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Santos Express 's response

Hallo Gerard

Baie dankie vir die resensie.
Hoop dit gaan goed met u.
Ons is bly om te hoor dat u die vakansie saam met ons geniet het. U is altyd welkom om terug te kom.

Mooi bly en hou warm asb., dit is baie koud.

Groete
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Philip V - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Philip V
With partner

Wag omtrent 'n belewenis. Sien ons definitief weer.

Dankie, personeel was altyd vriendelik en behulpsaam. Kos by die restaurant is die moeite werd en daardie koffie is fantasties.

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Wait about an experience. Definitely see us again.

Thank you, staff were always friendly and helpful. Food at the restaurant is worth it and that coffee is fantastic.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Philip

Baie dankie vir u resensie, dit word waardeer.
Definitief moet u weer kom om lekker koffie te drink by die see, en die kos te geniet.

Bly veilig en hou warm.

Groete
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Susan M - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan M
With partner

Good value, location perfect.

Stay was really nice. The only negatives are: noise from the staff inside the train, slamming of doors excessively.

Celeste Jessica V - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Celeste Jessica V
With partner

Met 'n fantastiese span en great uitsig is Santos Express die beste plek in Mbay.

Die klientediens by Santos Express is van die beste wat ons nog ervaar het! Fantasties!

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With a fantastic team and great view, Santos Express is the best place in Mbay.

The customer service at Santos Express is some of the best we have ever experienced! Fantastic!

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Madeleine N - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Madeleine N
With partner

Loved the stay, only miss WiFi in the sleeping compartments.

Love it - will return ASAP.

Riaan L - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Riaan L
With partner

Uniek.

Baie mooi, skoon en 'n unieke ervaring.

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Unique.

Very nice, clean and a unique experience.

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Sonja V - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sonja V
With friends

Vriendelike, behulpsame personeel. Netjiese verblyf en ablusiegeriewe.

Ons het ons verblyf terdeë geniet.

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Friendly, helpful staff. Neat accommodation and ablution facilities.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

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Nikita S - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nikita S
With partner

The cabins at Santos Express are neat, safe, and warm. Clean linen and shared bathrooms.

We really enjoyed our stay.

Antoinette S - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Antoinette S
With partner

Pragtige uitsig, wonderlike ligging en waarde vir geld.

Ons het baie lekker gebly en die ligging is fantasties. Die verblyf is egter net voldoende vir 1 of 2 nagte.

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Beautiful view, great location and value for money.

We had a great stay and the location is fantastic. However, the accommodation is only sufficient for 1 or 2 nights.

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Mariana B - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mariana B
With friends

Wonderlike ervaring, goeie diens, personeel was uitstekend.

Was fantasties. Sal dit weer wil beleef en beslis aanbeveel vir vriende en familielede. Diens en kos was uitstekend gewees.

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Great experience, great service, staff were excellent.

Was fantastic. Would love to experience it again and definitely recommend to friends and family. Service and food were excellent.

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Liezel M - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liezel M
With partner

Heerlik gebly en die gratis ontbyt was voortreflik!

Ons het heerlik gebly. Santos Express is 'n unieke en baie oulike verblyf-opsie. Ons sal dit weer doen en vir familie en vriende aanbeveel. Die Royal B-kompartement is baie ruim, veral met die vol badkamer, en die lieflike privaatdek wat oor die see uitkyk, gee rus vir die siel!

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Lovely stay and the free breakfast was excellent!

We had a wonderful stay. Santos Express is a unique and very cool accommodation option. We would do it again and recommend to family and friends. The Royal B compartment is very spacious, especially with the full bathroom, and the lovely private deck overlooking the sea gives rest to the soul!

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Yvette W - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Yvette W
With partner

Relaxing. Good food. Pricing good. Literally on the beach.

We absolutely enjoyed our stay. There was a very warm reception when we arrived by Kim. What a gem of a lady. She explained where our accommodation was, where we would have breakfast and assisted with loads of questions. Our carriage was beautiful and very clean. Loved our little deck and closeness to the beach. The restaurant food was superb.

Santos Express 's response

Hello Yvette

Thank you so much for your beautiful review. It's much appreciated and for sure, the review will be conveyed to Kim and the rest of the staff. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you again in the near future.

Keep well and stay warm.

Kind Regards
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Andre L - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre L
With partner

Awesome!

Wat 'n rustige atmosfeer, teen die see.

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Awesome!

What a peaceful atmosphere, by the sea.

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Marica K - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marica K
With partner

Heerlik.

Ons sal definitief weer hier bly.

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Delicious.

We will definitely stay here again.

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Lindie V - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lindie V
Individual traveller

Netjies, mooi uitsig.

Baie lekker gebly. Mooi uitsig.

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Neat, nice view.

Very nice stay. Nice view.

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Eugene L - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eugene L
With partner

Al wat ek kan sê is dit was die moeite werd en ons sal definitief terugkom!

Dit was heerlik gewees en ons sal weer kom. Sal ook vir ons familie en vriende hierdie verblyf in aanbeveel. Julle was puik!

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All I can say is it was worth it and we will definitely be back!

It was wonderful and we will come again. Will also recommend this accommodation to our family and friends. You guys were great!

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Gavin S - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Gavin S
With partner

Bo genoemde se klaar alles.

Dit was net vir 'n oornag, maar dit was 'n lekker ondervinding. Ek sal graag volgende keer as ek meer tyd het langer wil bly.

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The above says everything.

It was only for an overnight stay, but it was a nice experience. I would like to stay longer next time if I have more time.

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Bernard C - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bernard C
Individual traveller

Ontspannend en mooi area.

Ek het baie lekker gebly. Baie rustig en 'n mooi uitsig!

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Relaxing and beautiful area.

I had a very nice stay. Very quiet and a nice view!

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Sias J - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sias J
With partner

Sal weer daar bly.

Dit was 'n wonderlike ervaring.

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Will stay there again.

It was a wonderful experience.

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Sandra E - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sandra E
With partner

Lovely.

We really enjoyed our stay. We sat outside in the afternoon and fell asleep to the sound of the waves.

Monique S - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Monique S

Die lekkerste vakansie ooit!

Ek beveel hierdie ervaring graag aan. Ek het dit vreeslik geniet. Die staf was baie behulpsaam en die atmosfeer rustig en gesellig. Ek gaan beslis weer kuier.

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The best vacation ever!

I happily recommend this experience. I really enjoyed it. The staff were very helpful and the atmosphere calm and cozy. I will definitely visit again.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag Monique

Baie dankie vir jou uitstekende resensie aan ons. Ek is baie bly dat jy die verblyf by ons geniet het. Ons sien vreeslik daarna uit om jou weer by ons terug te verwelkom.

Veilig wees.
Groete
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Mart J - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mart J
Individual traveller

Die kamer is skoon en netjies. Die personeel is vriendelik en behulpsaam.

Dit is altyd lekker om daar te bly.

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The room is clean and tidy. The staff are friendly and helpful.

It's always nice to stay there.

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Christien V - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christien V
With partner

Heerlike avontuurtjie.

Heerlike oorslaap op 'n baie lekker bestemming.

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Great little adventure.

A wonderful overnight stay at a very nice destination.

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Karlien T - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karlien T

Was heerlik als wat jy nodig het om verblyf te geniet!

Absolute 5-ster verblyf, veral die kos by die restaurant was heerlik en waarde vir geld.

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Was lovely everything you need to enjoy your stay!

Absolute 5-star accommodation, especially the food at the restaurant was delicious and value for money.

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Marieta O - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Marieta O
With partner

Rusting by die see.

Baie lekker gebly in 'n skoon kompartement met wyn.

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Rusting by die see.

Very nice stay in a clean compartment with wine.

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Annalene H - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annalene H

Het baie lekker daar oornag, met 'n pragtige see uitsig.

Baie lekker daar gebly.

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Had a great night there, with a beautiful sea view.

Very nice stay there.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Annalene

Baie dankie, vir die resensie.
Ons is bly om te hoor u het die tyd saam met ons geniet, en ons hoop u kom gou weer terug na die see.

Mooi bly en geseënd wees.

Groete
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Magda D - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Magda D
With partner

Aangename ondervinding.

Dit was 'n lekker ondervinding. Die slaapgeriewe is gemaklik, met alles wat nodig is.

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Pleasant experience.

It was a nice experience. The sleeping facilities are comfortable, with everything needed.

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Trudi V - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Trudi V
Family with teenagers

Unieke verblyf!

Unieke verblyf in die trein. Pragtige uitsig op die Mosselbaai se strand! Heerlike ontbyt.

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Unique accommodation!

Unique accommodation in the train. Beautiful view of Mossel Bay's beach! Delicious breakfast.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Trudi

Baie dankie vir die resensie.
Ons is baie bly u het die tyd saam met ons geniet, en ons hoop om u gou weer te sien.

Mooi bly en geseënd wees.

Groete
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Marchelle H - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Marchelle H
With partner

Well deserved.

We had a fantastic week on the Santos Express. The service, hospitality and the food were top class. Santos Express is one of our favourite holiday destinations.

Santos Express 's response

Hello Marchelle

Thank you for your review, it's much appreciated. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and are looking forward to hosting you again. Please keep warm and stay safe.

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Michelle V - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michelle V
Family with teenagers

Het die ervaring geniet.

Sien sterre.

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Enjoyed the experience.

See stars.

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Santos Express 's response

Hi Michelle

Baie dankie vir die resensie. Kom gerus terug om nog meer sterre te sien en die mooi omgewing te aanskou.

Mooi bly en hou warm dus winter hier buite.

Groete
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Louna V - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Louna V
With friends

Fantasties, nice, gerieflik.

Baie lekker gebly, dankie.

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Fantastic, nice, comfortable.

Very nice stay, thank you.

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Hi Louna

Baie dankie vir jou resensie.
Kom gou weer terug, en ons sien uit na jou koms.

Bly warm en wees veilig.
Groete
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Juline S - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Juline S
With partner

Sal dit altyd onthou as 'n spesiale naweek saam met my man.

Die verblyf en veral die ligging was absoluut perfek.

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Will always remember it as a special weekend with my husband.

The accommodation and especially the location was absolutely perfect.

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David V - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
David V
Individual traveller

Best place for a sleepover.

This was a pleasant overnighter for me. Waking up to the fresh sea air and listening to the waves crashing on the beach was the best for a peaceful sleep. Breakfast was a surprise and wonderful.

Johan O - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan O
With partner

Different, nice stay.

Pleasant. The room wasn't cleaned while we were there, but it wasn't a problem and they quickly replenished the tea and coffee when asked. The staff are super friendly.

Maryke V - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maryke V
With friends

Heelik!

Baie lekker gebly! Sal weer hier bly.

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Holy!

Very nice stay! Will stay here again.

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Ruby J - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Ruby J
With friends

Enjoyed the stay. Compartment had everything that was needed and comfortable.

Enjoyed the experience, as I never knew about this place until my friend told me about it.

Anne V - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anne V
With partner

Heerlik, ontspannend.

Sal enige tyd weer daar oornag. Groot pluspunt die ontbyt.

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Delicious, relaxing.

Would stay there again anytime. Big plus the breakfast.

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Hester M - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Hester M
With friends

Op die see. Lekker ontbyt gehad. Love Kim wat ons ontvang het. Baie vriendelik.

Baie lekker dankie. Geen probleme ondervind nie.

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On the sea. Had a nice breakfast. Love Kim we received. Very friendly.

Thank you very much. No problems encountered.

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Anet V - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Anet V
With partner

Vreeslik geniet om in die trein te kon oorbly.

Dit was so aangenaam. Dit was die mooiste uitsig en so naby die see. Het dit baie geniet. Die trein is so oorspronklik asof die trein nog ry. Die eet- en drinkplek reg by die trein. Veilige parkering ook reg voor die trein met sekuriteitswagte. Kan nie wag om weer daar te bly nie.

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Really enjoyed being able to stay on the train.

It was so pleasant. It was the most beautiful view and so close to the sea. Enjoyed it a lot. The train is as original as if the train is still running. The eating and drinking place right by the train. Secure parking also right in front of the train with security guards. Can't wait to stay there again.

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Hello Anna

Vreeslik dankie vir die mooi resensie. En is baie bly dat u die tyd saam ons geniet het, en hoop om u binnekort weer te sien.

Mooi bly en 'n geseënde 2024 vir u en familie.

Groete
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Jennifer H - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Jennifer H
With friends

Value for money for sure. Clean. The included breakfast is a super plus.

See stars.

Johan H - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan H
Individual traveller

Iets besonders en iets wat almal moet doen.

Dit was baie lekker gewees. Experience en die personeel vriendelik en behulpsaam. Dankie vir 'n wonderlike ervaring.

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Something special and something everyone should do.

It was very nice. Experience and the staff friendly and helpful. Thank you for a great experience.

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Hello Johan

Ons waardeer die resensie. En kom gou weer terug asb.. Die resensie sal ek oordra na die hele trein personeel.

Mooi bly

Groete
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Charlotta M - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Charlotta M
With partner

Nice stay except for the smoke in the room.

Stay was fantastic except that someone definitely smoked in the room. The shower could use a deep clean as well. WiFi was not really working.

Ben N - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Ben N
On business

Die gasvryheid wat ek ontvang het, word opreg waardeer.

Het baie rustig gebly. Baie dankie vir die gasvryheid wat gebied is.

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The hospitality I received is truly appreciated.

Stayed very calm. Thank you very much for the hospitality offered.

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Hello Ben

Baie dankie vir die resensie, en ons hoop om u gou weer te sien.

Mooi bly en hou warm

Groete
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Ben C - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Ben C
With partner

Enjoy it very much.

Very pleasant. Just need some seating in the dry area of the shower. Thank you so much. Staff were very helpful.

Chantelle C - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Chantelle C
Family with teenagers

Wonderlike ervaring.

Dit was 'n lekker ervaring om op die trein te kon slaap. Badkamers kan dalk bietjie opgeknap word. Dit is nie regtig 'n plek om jou goed neer te sit nie, en ons wasbak in die kajuit het geen water gehad nie.

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Wonderful experience.

It was a nice experience to be able to sleep on the train. Bathrooms could use some renovation. It's not really a place to put your stuff, and our sink in the cabin had no water.

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Koos R - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Koos R
Individual traveller

Verblyf was heerlik. Santos Express is teenaan die see en baie sentraal. Sal weer hier b.

Santos Express is waarde vir geld. Naby alles en teenaan die see. Vriendelike personeel. Sal egter aanbeveel dat hulle êrens 'n spieël in die stortkamer sit vir mans om te skeer.

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Stay was wonderful. Santos Express is opposite the sea and very central. Will stay here again b.

Santos Express is value for money. Close to everything and opposite the sea. Friendly staff. Would recommend though that they put a mirror somewhere in the shower room for men to shave.

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Johandi S - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Johandi S
With partner

Interessante verblyf met pragtige uitsig!

Die verblyf vat jou terug in tyd en laat jou nostalgies voel. Die uitsig op die see is pragtig. Ontbyt was heerlik!

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Interesting accommodation with a beautiful view!

The stay takes you back in time and makes you feel nostalgic. The view of the sea is beautiful. Breakfast was delicious!

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J D - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
J D

Baie geniet. Sal weer terugkom.

Was bietjie raserig a.g.v. 'n skoolgroep wat laat aand arriveer het.

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Enjoyed a lot. Will come back again.

Was a bit noisy because a school group that arrived late at night.

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Rochelle D - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rochelle D
Individual traveller

Unieke ervaring en heerlike ontbyt as bonus!

Baie lekker gebly by Santos. Personeel is baie vriendelik en ontvangs was baie effektief.

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Unique experience and delicious breakfast as a bonus!

Very nice stay at Santos. Staff are very friendly and reception was very effective.

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René S - Feb 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
René S
Individual traveller

Goeie verblyf uit verkeer by strand.

Ja, lekker. 'n Terugblik van treinry met slaapeenheid. Naby die strand en ander geriewe. Goeie diens met ontbyt. Baie dankie.

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Good accommodation out of traffic at the beach.

Yes, nice. A review of sleeper train travel. Close to the beach and other amenities. Good service with breakfast. Thank you very much.

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Thea P - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Thea P
Individual traveller

Regular. Always returning.

Special space to just relax and enjoy the sound of the sea. Impressed by caring staff! Lovely improvements since my last visit. Breakfast time is a treat.

Rudi L - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Rudi L
With partner

Baie lekker gebly. Vriendelike diens.

Baie vriendelike personeel. WiFi werk nie so lekker in slaaparea.

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Very nice stay. Friendly service.

Very friendly staff. WiFi does not work so well in sleeping area.

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Barbara M - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Barbara M
With partner

Dit was ons tweede besoek aan Santos Express. Sal definitief weer soontoe gaan.

Dit was wonderlik. Perfekte ligging. Skoon strand.

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This was our second visit to Santos Express. Will definitely go there again.

It was wonderful. Perfect location. Clean beach.

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Babalwa M - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Babalwa M
Individual traveller

Good stay.

It was peaceful and enjoyable. I had a good time.

Joy C - Aug 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Joy C
With friends

Lekker en sentraal.

Badkamer kan meer hangplek vir handdoeke/klere kry. Vloer is baie glad as dit nat is. Sal graag 'n wasbak in die stort wil hê.

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Nice and central.

Bathroom could use more hanging space for towels/clothes. Floor is very slippery when wet. Would love to have a sink in the shower.

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Willem V - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Willem V
With partner

Sien julle weer as ons in die omgewing is.

Ons verblyf was baie aangenaam gewees. Uitsig oor die baai is prentjiemooi. Lekker om in die bed te lê en die son te sien opkom. Die nostalgie van die ou treinwaens is iets besonders.

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See you again when we are in the area.

Our stay was very pleasant. View over the bay is picture perfect. Nice to lie in bed and watch the sun rise. The nostalgia of the old train cars is something special.

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Hello Willem

Baie dankie vir die resensie, ons sien uit om jou weer by ons te hê.
Mooi bly en hou jou warm.

Groete
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Dorette J - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Dorette J
With partner

Baie unieke ervaring en lekker op die strand!

Baie lekker gebly in 'n skoon en netjiese kamer wat baie uniek is. Die restaurant en strand is naby.

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Very unique experience and fun on the beach!

Very nice stay in a clean and tidy room which is very unique. The restaurant and beach are nearby.

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Renier B - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Renier B

Ou tyds (goed) op die strand.

Dit is iets anders as op die trein. Die accommodation_name is baie oulik, maar ek sal dit net vir een nag aanbeveel. Dit is maar klein.

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Old times (good) on the beach.

It is something different than on the train. The accommodation_name is very nice, but I would only recommend it for one night. It's only small.

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Alicia J - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Alicia J
With partner

Will go and book anytime.

Pleasant stay. Views were excellent.

Santos Express 's response

Hello Alicia

Thank you for reviewing our property, we really appreciate it.
We hope to see you again in the near future.
Stay warm and stay safe.

Kind Regards
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Norman M - Jun 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Norman M
With partner

Very restful.

We enjoy staying on the train, brings back old memories of the sleeper trains. The food is very nice, with a variety of dishes on the menu. The staff is very friendly.

Santos Express 's response

Hi Norman

Trust you are doing well and thank you for reviewing our property. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and hope that you come back to make more train memories.

Keep well and stay warm.

Kind Regards
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Rhoda V - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Rhoda V
With friends

Waarde vir geld, mooi ligging, vir een aand is dit genoeg.

Ek het lekker geslaap vir die een aand. My vriendin was in 'n dubbelbedkompartement en sy het kakkerlakke in haar kamer gehad en die matras was baie sleg. Sy het 'n verskriklike nag gehad en sal nooit weer terugkom nie. Ek dink dit was nommer 41. Ek was in 42 en het 'n lekker ervaring gehad.

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Value for money, nice location, for one night it's enough.

I slept well for the one night. My friend was in a double bed compartment and she had cockroaches in her room and the mattress was very bad. She had a terrible night and will never come back. I think it was number 41. I was in 42 and had a nice experience.

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Edna G - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Edna G
With partner

Dit was 'n lekker ervaring.

Die uitsig en diens was goed. Sou aanbeveel dat die swart alge in die stort aandag gegee moet word. Gordyne in die verblyf eenheid is ook nie skoon nie.

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It was a nice experience.

The view and service were good. Would recommend that the black algae in the shower needs attention. Curtains in the accommodation unit are also not clean.

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Davon B - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Davon B
With partner

Surprisingly amazing. Lots to do in surrounding areas.

See stars.

Zelri S - Jan 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Zelri S
With friends

Cool but dirty.

Falling into disrepair. The bathroom with the shower was a bit gross. The silicone pulling away from the corners and the rust gives it an unpleasant atmosphere. I really did not feel comfortable with the cleanliness because of dirty corners in the cabin and broken light fixtures and the smell of urine in cabin 67.

Johan K - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Johan K
With partner

Met aankoms was ons meegedeel dat 'n groep sou optree die aand. Dit het ons glad nie gepla nie.

Op die website sê julle dat elke kamer 'n see-uitsig het. Ons kon nie die see sien nie, want daar was bosse voor die venster.

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On arrival we were told that a band would be performing that evening. It didn't bother us at all.

On the website you say that every room has a sea view. We couldn't see the sea because there were bushes in front of the window.

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Bianca C - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Bianca C
With partner

Good.

Was nice. People made a lot of noise.

Santos Express 's response

Good day Bianca,

Thank you for reviewing our establishment, it's much appreciated. We sincerely apologise for the noise levels, but we hope to see you again in the future.

Keep well,
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Esther C - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Esther C
With partner

Baie lekker.

Dit was baie lekker. Klein maar reg vir slaap en deur die dag is jy uit.

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Very nice.

It was very nice. Small but ready for sleep and during the day you are out.

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Hello Esther

Baie dankie vir die resensie, ons waardeer dit baie.
Ons hoop om u gou weer te sien.

Mooi bly en alles wat mooi is.

Groete
Die Santos Trein

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Kobus V - Mar 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Kobus V
With partner

Great vir iemand met 'n verwysingsraamwerk van treinry.

Baie kekker gebly, maar dink gaste moet weet dat daar geen krag beskikbaar is nie en ook nie handdoeke nie.

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Great for someone with a frame of reference of train riding.

Very nice stay, but think guests should know that there is no power available and no towels either.

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Anonymous Guest - Oct 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner
Tertius B - Jul 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Tertius B

Was lekker om die see te hoor. Uitsig mooi.

Baie baie koud gekry. Daar is geen vorm van verhitting nie.

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Was nice to hear the sea. View nice.

Got very very cold. There is no form of heating.

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Anonymous Guest - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children

Outstanding.

It was a very enjoyable experience for the children.

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Madeleine A - May 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Madeleine A
With partner

Let meer op persoonlike aandag en eise van klient.

Dit was nie ons eerste keer nie. Ons het gevra vir see-uitsig, maar die venster en blindings het nie gewerk nie. Ons moes skuif na 'n ander vertrek met slegs 'n gedeeltelike uitsig. Ons het gebly omdat ek vir behandeling na George Hospitaal moes gaan. Maar ons laaste besoek was beslis minder aangenaam. Die vloere was oorstroom en papnat. Ek stel voor julle sit 'n permanente mop in die stort, want dit is baie onaangenaam as daar geen droogdoek is om aan te trek nie.

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Pay more attention to personal attention and client demands.

It wasn't our first time. We asked for sea view but the window and blinds did not work. We had to move to another room with only a partial view. We stayed because I had to go to George Hospital for treatment. But our last visit was decidedly less pleasant. The floors were flooded and soaking wet. I suggest you put a permanent mop in the shower, because it is very unpleasant if there is no drying cloth to put on.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Madeleine

Thank you for reviewing our property, it's much appreciated. We appreciate your thoughts and are definitely working on all maintenance issues; your input is appreciated. Trust to see you again, and we promise that your next holiday or hospital visit will be the best.

Stay safe and keep warm.

Kind Regards,

The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Anonymous Guest - Apr 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Quiet but attention is needed in places.

Yes it was pleasant.

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Tanja R - Sep 2024
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Tanja R

I would eat at the restaurant but not use the accommodation again.

I unfortunately did not fully comprehend the service that was being offered. My daughter and I were looking for a comfortable place to destress and only upon arrival did we realise that the ablutions were communal. We would have dealt with that, but later that evening, we realised that the carriage was in effect, akin to a backpacking lodge. Loud, drunken elderly men, metal doors constantly slamming, we could hear everything going on in the bathroom next door to us. Needless to say, it was not conducive to a good night's rest. In hindsight, the Caboose may have been a better option for us. The plus side was undoubtedly the barman and the restaurant. The sushi was excellent and Justin was always on hand for that cup of coffee (which was also excellent).

Marilize G - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marilize G
Family with young children

Wonderlike tyd gehad in unieke akkommodasie!

Om op die trein te kon bly was vir die kinders 'n ervaring. Dit is beslis waarde vir geld as jy in ag neem dat daar 'n kontinentale ontbyt ingesluit is. Die verblyf is netjies en skoon, en die diens uitmuntend! Ek sal wel aanbeveel dat as jy met tieners reis, om eerder twee kompartemente te bespreek. Spasie is min, maar ons het net daar geslaap en deur die dag rondgereis, wat dus nie 'n probleem was nie!

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Had a wonderful time in unique accommodation!

Being able to stay on the train was an experience for the children. It is definitely value for money when you consider that a continental breakfast is included. The accommodation is neat and clean, and the service excellent! I would recommend that if you are traveling with teenagers, to book two compartments instead. Space is tight, but we just slept there and traveled around during the day, so it wasn't a problem!

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Anna-marie O - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anna-marie O
Family with teenagers

Eerste besoek aan Santos Express.

Personeel is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Almal het dit vir ons aangenaam gemaak en die restaurant/kroeg het Vrydagaand later gesluit sodat ons rugby kon kyk.

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First visit to Santos Express.

Staff are very friendly and helpful. Everyone made it pleasant for us and the restaurant/bar closed later on Friday night so we could watch rugby.

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Jdj V - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jdj V

Enjoy the stay tremendously.

Wonderfull experiance.

Ruhan V - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ruhan V
With partner

Asemrowende uitsig met 'n goeie restaurant.

Mens kon nie vir 'n beter onspanne akommedasie vra nie. Die branders wat breek hier by jou. Rus vir die siel. Om op die dek te sit en 'n glasie te geniet terwyl jy die bootjies dophou.

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Breathtaking view with a good restaurant.

One could not ask for a better relaxed accommodation. The waves that break here with you. Rest for the soul. To sit on the deck and enjoy a glass while watching the boats.

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Santos Express 's response

Hallo Handre

Baie dankie vir die pragtige resensie.
Hoop om jou gou weer te sien en nog meer herinneringe te maak.
Dit was lekker om saam jou te kan wees, en ja jou huis van die huis af.

Sien weer en mooi bly.

Vriendelike Groete
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Salamina S - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Salamina S
With friends

Heerlik.

Sal graag weer daar wil kuier en gaan beslis weer daarheen gaan wanneer die geleentheid hom voordoen.

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Delicious.

Would love to visit there again and will definitely go there again when the opportunity presents itself.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Mini

Baie dankie vir die pragtige resensie.
Ons hoop om U hulle gou weer te sien.

Mooi bly

Groete
Die Trein

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Tommy P - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tommy P
On business

Was a great stay.

Thank you to the staff for going the extra mile. I would stay there again in the future.

Santos Express 's response

Hello Tommy, thank you for your excellent review, it's much appreciated. Trust to see you again soon.
Keep Well. The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Levi M - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Levi M
Individual traveller

Mixed the dates but the receptionist didn't make it an issue.

Reasonably priced accomodation where all you heart is waves.

Santos Express 's response

Good day Levi, thank you for reviewing us, it's much appreciated. Oh well regarding the mixed dates situation, we always try to meet the guest's expectations. Trust we'll see you again at the train for making more memories. Keep Well. Kind Regards.
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Chantelle V - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chantelle V
With partner

Skoon en netjies.

Baie dankie, als was perfek. Die braaigeriewe was net nie heeltemal op standaard nie. Andersins 10 uit 10.

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Clean and tidy.

Thank you very much, als was perfect. The braai facilities were just not quite up to standard. Otherwise 10 out of 10.

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Santos Express 's response

Good Day Chantelle

Thank you for your review, it's much appreciated.
And thank you for rating 5 Stars :)

We will for certain look into braai facilities.

Trust to see you again soon.

Keep Well
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Zandile D - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Zandile D

Sheer luxury with sea view.

The room is more beautiful than some hotel rooms I've slept in. The sea is a stone through away with a deck to relax and have a braai if desired. The room rate includes a filling English breakfast.

Santos Express 's response

Hello Zandile,
So nice to hear from you, and thank you for your review; it's much appreciated.
We are pleased to hear that you've enjoyed your stay with us.
Trust you'll be back again soon.
Keep Well.
Kind Regards,
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Judy J - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Judy J

Span is professioneel, vriendelik en loop die ekstra myl.

Dit is een van die slaapplekke waar die uitsig perfek is. Dit is 'n wonderlike ervaring en waarde vir geld.

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Team is professional, friendly and goes the extra mile.

This is one of the places to sleep where the view is perfect. It's a great experience and value for money.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Judy

Baie dankie vir die resensie.
Ons is baie bly dat U die wegbreek geniet het hier by die trein.
Vertrou om U weer binnekort tesien.

Goed gaan.

Groete en Liefde

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Nicky W - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicky W
On business

A unique and amazing place to stay!

I have told all my friends and family about this unique place to stay when visiting Mossel Bay. It brought back so many memories of me when we travelled by train when we were young. The staff are friendly and helpful (a special mention to Patricia). We will definitely be going back.

Santos Express 's response

Hello Nicky,
Thank you so much for your beautiful review. It's much appreciated.
We are really pleased to hear that you've enjoyed your stay with us. What a blast to go back in time.
I will for sure convey the message to Patricia and the staff.
Trust to see you again.

Keep Well
Kind Regards
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Lee-ann J - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lee-ann J
Family with teenagers

Train with a view!

It's basic, but has everything you need to be comfortable - a bed, hot shower, clean toilet and breakfast. Lekker!

Santos Express 's response

Hello Lee-Ann,
Thank you so much for your review.
We are glad to hear that we've met your needs and that you enjoyed breakfast.
We trust we'll see you again soon.
Keep Well.
Kind Regards,
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Belinda F - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Belinda F
Large group

Verwelkomend en gasvry.

Dit was ons 2de keer wat ons tuisgaan by Santos Express. Dit was wonderlik om al die ou bekende en vriendelike gesiggies te sien van die vorige keer. Ons was vriendelik ontvang en omdat ons 'n groot groep was het Patsy by ontvangs baie moeite gemaak om ons almal in dieselfde wa te huisves. Wees op die uitkyk, ons kom weer. Baie dankie aan Patsy en die Santos-span vir al jul vriendelikheid en gasvryheid.

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Welcoming and hospitable.

This was our 2nd time staying at Santos Express. It was great to see all the old familiar and friendly faces from last time. We were kindly received and because we were a large group, Patsy at reception made a lot of effort to accommodate us all in the same carriage. Watch out, we're coming again. Many thanks to Patsy and the Santos team for all your kindness and hospitality.

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Stephen G - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephen G
With partner

Was baie lekker en sal beslis weer gaan.

Baie mooi, 'n plesier om te bly en die dorp en strand is baie mooi skoon. Gaan beslis weer.

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Had a great time and will definitely go again.

Very nice, a pleasure to stay and the town and beach are very nice and clean. Definitely go again.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Stephen, baie dankie vir die resensie. Ons waardeer dit opreg. Hoop om gou weer te sien. Mooi Bly.
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Maura R - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maura R
On business

Great value-for-money.

Great value for money at a very convenient location. Fun to stay in an old train compartment! Right next to the beach, so was lovely to listen to the waves while lying in bed. Good food at the adjacent restaurant. Please note that Wi-Fi is not available in compartments but can access it while in the restaurant.

Santos Express 's response

Hello Maura,

Your review is much appreciated. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us at the Train.
Thank you for being so honest regarding your experience with us.
Regarding WiFi, we are strongly looking into the matter to make it convenient for our guests to enjoy the internet while in their cabins.

Trust we will see you again soon.

Kind Regards,
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Ettiene M - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ettiene M
With friends

Dit was baie lekker.

Die restaurant was baie bekostigbaar, die kos was baie goed, diens was baie goed, die treintrok was baie goed, kort net 'n gordyntjie, verder was dit fantasties. Het nie wifi gebruik nie.

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It was very nice.

The restaurant was very affordable, the food was very good, service was very good, the train truck was very good, just needs a curtain, otherwise it was fantastic. Did not use wifi.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Ettiene

Thank you for your review it's much appreciated.
Trust to see you again in the near future.

Keep Well
Kind Regards
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Yolanda D - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Yolanda D

Dit was die lekkerste belewenis ooit!

Ek wou nog altyd slaap in so 'n trein na nêrens, met die branders wat so rustig teen die strand slaan. Wakker skrik met dieselfde rustigheid en mooi sonop. Lees net altyd daarvan maar nou was dit realiteit. Lekkerste lekker ooit! Ons het die Donderdagaand daar oorgeslaap en sommer weer 'n bespreking gemaak vir die Maandagaand ook! As jy hou van luuksheid is dit definitief nie vir jou nie. Dis 'n hippie-vibe! Puik diens ook!

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It was the best experience ever!

I've always wanted to sleep in a train like that to nowhere, with the waves lapping so calmly against the beach. Wake up startled with the same tranquility and beautiful sunrise. Just always read about it but now it was reality. Most delicious ever! We slept there on Thursday night and just made another reservation for Monday night too! If you like luxury this is definitely not for you. It's a hippie vibe! Great service too!

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Santos Express 's response

Dearest Yolanda

Wow what a review:. Thank you so much for your honesty and helping in building a better tomorrow for our potential future guests.
The Train is definitely an adventure on its own.
Can't wait to see you again.

Keep Well
Kind Regards.

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Marlene W - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marlene W
Individual traveller

Fantastic.

A real adventure. The breakfast was more than I expected.

Santos Express 's response

Good evening

Thank you for taking the time to review us.

The breakfast is always delicious. For starters is the coffee on the deck and end up having a fruit salad:)
We hope to see soon again.

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Garth J - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Garth J
Individual traveller

Fantastic

Location, accommodations, value for money and particularly the staff. A fantastic stay. Thank you.

Michael B - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Michael B
Individual traveller

Nostalgic experience.

Lovely breakfast included in the price.

Shannon B - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Shannon B
With partner

One night, easy.

We were missing pillows and extra hand towels upon arrival. Otherwise, everything was smooth.

Santos Express 's response

Good Day Shannon

Thank you for reviewing us, it's much appreciated.
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused.
Trust you will come back to visit us.

Keep Well
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Anneline D - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Anneline D
Family with young children

Unique experience.

Fun, unique experience to sleep in an old train. The kids loved it. Real value for money since it includes a light breakfast as well. Our room had stunning views of the ocean.

Santos Express 's response

Hello Anneline

Thank you for your review it's highly appreciated.
We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us and also enjoyed our breakfast.
The view is so unobstructed and beautiful.

I surely believe that you'll be back for another adventure.

Kind Regards
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Hanlie B - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Hanlie B
With partner

Sal definitief weer daarvan gebruik maak.

Bekostigbaar en sentraal geleë.

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Will definitely use it again.

Affordable and centrally located.

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Santos Express 's response

Good day Hanlie, thank you for your review. We do appreciate your thoughts and ratings. Have a blessed week further. Kind Regards. Kim

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Johan F - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan F
With partner

Heerlik. Die hele oornagpakket was baie goed.

Die uitsig op die see was asemrowend met 'n skool dolfyne wat verby geswem het.

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Delicious. The whole overnight package was very good.

The view of the sea was breathtaking with a school of dolphins swimming by.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Johan

Ja vir n beter uitsig kan mens nie vra nie en ook die cherry op die koek n skool dolfyne hoe asemrowend is dit nie.
Ons hoop om julle gou weer tesien.

En is bly om tehoor dat julle die verblyf geniet het.
Sien gou weer.

Groete
Die Trein

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Ernst V - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Ernst V
With partner

Fantasties.

Wonderlike ervaring gewees.

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Fantastic.

Was a wonderful experience.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Ernst,
Thank you for your review. It's much appreciated.
Glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us.
Trust you'll be back again soon.
Kind Regards,
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Maria M - Feb 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Maria M
Individual traveller

Dit was vir my baie aangenaam en interessant vir die eerste maal.

Vir 1 of 2 nagte slaap sal ek dit aanbeveel. Lekker teen die see en pragtige uitsig.

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It was very pleasant and interesting for me for the first time.

For 1 or 2 nights sleep I would recommend it. Nice by the sea and beautiful view.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Maria,
Thank you for your review.
We are pleased to hear that you've enjoyed the surrounding areas, especially the unobstructed view.
I hope you'll be back soon.
Keep well.
Kind Regards,
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Arthur C B - Nov 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Arthur C B
With partner

Baie lekker, maar 'n bietjie beknop. Ons sou egter graag seeuitsig wou hê. Fotos?

Dit was vir ons 'n lekker ondervinding.

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Very nice, but a bit cramped. However, we would have liked a sea view. Photos?

It was a nice experience for us.

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Elsie V - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Elsie V
Family with young children

Trip down memory lane.

Baie oulik omskep en beslis 'n "must try".

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Trip down memory lane.

Very cute converted and definitely a "must try".

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Corrie I - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Corrie I
With partner

Baie oulike konsep, ligging en veiligheid is perfek.

Ongelukkig is die matrasse waarop ons geslaap het baie ongemaklik gewees en het ons omtrent niks geslaap nie. Ander kompartemente se slaapgeriewe mag dalk beter wees maar ongelukkig was ons sn hol geslaap.

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Very cool concept, location and safety are perfect.

Unfortunately, the mattresses we slept on were very uncomfortable and we hardly slept at all. Other compartments' sleeping facilities may be better, but unfortunately we slept soundly.

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Santos Express 's response

Hallo Corrie

Baie dankie vir die resensie ons waardeer dit baie.
En u opinie maak saak vir ons, dankie dat u ons verwittig van die slaap geriewe. Belowe om werk daarvan te maak.
Ons hoop om u weer te sien op n volgende geleentheid.

Groete
Die Trein

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Louis V - May 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Louis V
With partner

Baie lekker, presies wat ons verwag het.

Goeie ligging, goeie kos en goeie diens. Dankie.

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Very nice, exactly what we expected.

Good location, good food and good service. Thank you.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Louis,

Baie dankie vir die resensie.
Ons hoop om U binnekort weer tesien, en ons is bly om tehoor dat U elke oomblik geniet het.

Mooi Bly
Groete
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Brigitte R - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Brigitte R
With partner

Lieflike treinkompartement reg langs die see.

Ons het in die Royal Suite D oornag. Die kamer was pragtig en skoon, so ook die klein badkamer met stort, toilet en wasbak. Die private houtdek buite en privaat en veilige parkering was 'n pluspunt.

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Lovely train compartment right next to the sea.

We spent the night in the Royal Suite D. The room was beautiful and clean, as was the small bathroom with shower, toilet and sink. The private wooden deck outside and private and secure parking was a plus.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Briggitte,
Trust you are well.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review.
We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us at The Train.
Please do come for yet another adventure with us.
Keep Well,
Kind Regards,
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Laurencia B - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Laurencia B
With partner

Verfrissend.

Van die aankoms tot vertrek was helend vir die gemoed. Dankie Santos Express.

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Refreshing.

From arrival to departure was healing for the mind. Thank you Santos Express.

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Erica S - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Erica S
Individual traveller

Ons het welkom gevoel.

Die diens was uitstekend. Ek voel net daar kan aandag gegee word aan die trein. Baie geroes en ruik nie baie lekker nie. Bedompige reuk van nattigheid.

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We felt welcome.

The service was excellent. I feel that attention can only be paid to the train. Very rusty and doesn't smell very good. Musty smell of wetness.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag Erika,
Baie dankie dat jy die tyd geneem het om jou ervaring met ons te deel.Ons is bly dat jy die tyd met ons geniet het.Ons sal verseker kyk na die trein se instandhouding ons hoop om jou weer te sien en dat jou ervaring beter sal wees.
Groete,
Chandre

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Quentin F - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Quentin F
With friends

Baie lekker, slaapplek is net baie klein.

Goeie ervaring gewees.

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Very nice, sleeping place is just very small.

It was a good experience.

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Taswell A - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Taswell A
With partner

We loved and enjoyed our stay very much.

The staff was the best ever. Very friendly and very helpful. Meals were good too. Accommodation on the other hand, needs lots of TLC. Could do with maintenance and upgrade. Fortunately, the staff made up to overlook it.

Santos Express 's response

Good Day Deborah

Thank you so much for writing us a review, it's much appreciated.
Will for sure convey your message to our staff and kitchen department.
Our sincere apologies for lacking in our accommodation area, we are looking into the matter as we always strive to meet the needs of our guests.

Trust to see you again and keep well.

Kind Regards
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Charlene B - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Charlene B
With partner

Kuier altyd lekker daar.

Vriendelike diens, Caboose 3 my gunstelingkamer. Ek will net aanhou terugkom maar meeste van die tyd volgeboek.

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Always have a good time there.

Friendly service, Caboose 3 my favorite room. I just want to keep coming back but most of the time fully booked.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Charlene

Thank you for your review.
Caboose 3 is our top seller as it has its own private back door, walking out on the patio overlooking the ocean.
Please reserve your room in advance to avoid disappointment. Always so nice to read how happy our guests is/was.
Trust that we'll definitely see you soon.

Keep Well Charlene
Kind Regards
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Aletta R - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Aletta R
Individual traveller

Was sowaar aangenaam en so goed geleë.

50 m van die strand en behalwe dat dit 'n trein na nêrens is was dit 'n heerlike rit.

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Was really pleasant and so well located.

50 m from the beach and apart from being a train to nowhere it was a lovely ride.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie naand

Baie dankie vir die resensie.

Dit was nou vreeslik lekker om U hier te kon het. Ek hoop U het baie fotos geneem om te spog met vriende by die huis.

Groete
Trein

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Herman C - Dec 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Herman C
Family with teenagers

Lekker.

Waarde vir die bedrag wat betaal word. Hou in gedagte dat as jy 1,8m en langer is, jy nie lekker gaan slaap nie. Die stort was 'n bietjie moeilik om te bemeester en die ruite het nie reg gefunksioneer nie.

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Nice.

Value for money paid. Keep in mind that if you're 1.8m and taller, you won't sleep well. The shower was a bit difficult to master and the panes did not function properly.

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Gino Sieni S - Sep 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Gino Sieni S
With partner

Baie oulik, 'n moet-probeer.

Lekker verblyf, bietjie knap vir groot ouens, maar dit was op 'n trein.

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Very cute, a must try.

Nice stay, a bit tight for big guys, but it was on a train.

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Santos Express 's response

Good Day Corrie

Thank you so much for your review.
We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us at The Train.
Thank you for sharing your views and thoughts it's much appreciated.
We hope we will see you again in the future.

Keep Well and may you have a happy holiday that's to come.

Greetings
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Brendan H - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Brendan H
With partner

Love dit, mooiste sea view en rustigheid.

Baie mooi, het elke oomlik geniet. Kort net meer sitplek vir mense wat nie rook in restaurant nie. Storte kort net nog bietjie van 'n deep clean. Maar anders love dit, gaan beslis weer kom.

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Love it, most beautiful sea view and tranquility.

Very nice, enjoyed every bit of it. Just needs more seating for people who don't smoke in the restaurant. Showers just need a bit of a deep clean. But otherwise love it, will definitely come again.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Brendan,

Thank you for your review it's much appreciated.
We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. We will gladly look into your concerns.
Thank you for helping us bettering our services and standards.

Trust to see you again.

Kind Regards,

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Anita H - Oct 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Anita H
With partner

Interessant.

Nader aan die see kan jy seker nie. Die ontbyt was lekker.

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Interesting.

You probably can't get closer to the sea. The breakfast was nice.

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Anonymous Guest - Aug 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

It was nice to be able to spend the night in the old train. Close to the beach and nice and private.

An experience, something for the bucket list.

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Anonymous Guest - Jul 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

The location is very good and we slept very well with the sea as "background music".

We slept very well and the compartment and bathroom were neat and clean. The breakfast the next morning had been an anti-climax. We went to have breakfast at 08:15 - all seats were taken and had to sit in the smoking area. It was a lovely sunny morning - none of the tables and benches on the veranda were ready for guests to sit on - wet and dewy. Fruit salad, juice, muffins had run out and had to wait a very long time. A general worker in overalls walks in from outside and makes him coffee - has he washed his hands?? It's as if there was no order - maybe the manager was sick?

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Danie D - Jan 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Danie D
With partner

Raaserig om die braaiplek tot laat aand.

Dis nie altyd 'n goeie idee om die goedkoper kamers te huur nie. Die braaiplek is net onder jou venster. In ons geval was die bure se kuier om die braaiplek tot na 10 die aand.

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Noisy around the braai place until late at night.

It's not always a good idea to rent the cheaper rooms. The braai place is just under your window. In our case, the neighbors' visit around the braai place was until after 10 in the evening.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie naand

Baie dankie vir die resensie.
Ons by Santos Express Trein is vreeslik jammer oor die ongerief. Ons sal seker maak dat dit nie, sal gebeur met ons volgende gaste nie. As julle weer kom kuier sal ons aanbeveel om die meer privaat eenhede te bespreek. Hulle is bekend vir die Caboose en Royals.

Hoop ons sien julle weer.

Mooi aand
Trein

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Marianne M - Mar 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
5/5
Marianne M
With partner

Mooi plek met vriendelike mense.

Baie goeie ligging, goeie kos en vriendelike personeel wat uit hul pad gaan om te help.

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Nice place with friendly people.

Very good location, good food and friendly staff who go out of their way to help.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Marianne

Thank you so much for your review and ratings it's much appreciate.
Trust to see you again in the near future.

Keep Well
Kind Regards
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Charmaine W - Apr 2023
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
2/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Charmaine W
With friends

Ander akkommodasie gaan soek.

Aaklige reuk in gang en ons kompartement. Badkamers glad nie skoon nie. Geen uitsig oor see gehad nie. Wat 'n teleurstelling.

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Go find other accommodation.

Horrible smell in hallway and our compartment. Bathrooms not clean at all. Had no sea view. What a disappointment.

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Santos Express 's response

Good day, Charmaine
We thank you for your review.
We sincerely apologize for your experience. Unfortunately, we can't do anything about the view as it is covered with an indigenous tree/s so that is totally out of our control. And under no circumstances are we allowed to do anything about it, Milkwoods are protected trees, and when pruning or removing them, a license is needed for the National Forests Act.
Kind Regards,
The Santos Express Train Lodge.

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Quendri D - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Quendri D
With partner

Honeymoon caboose chill.

Ons het dit verskriklik geniet en sal definitief weer gaan!

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Honeymoon caboose chill.

We really enjoyed it and will definitely go again!

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Quendri,
Thank you for your lovely review.
For sure, you are welcome to revisit us.
We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay with us.
Keep Well,
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Hemlatha L - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hemlatha L
Family with young children

Perfect location and amazing train experience.

Loved our family stay, especially with the kids. The beach was on our doorstep.

Santos Express 's response

Good evening, we would like to thank you for your review. You have rated us 5-stars. We hope to see you and the family soon. Regards. Train

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Annelie L - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annelie L
Family with teenagers

Ervaring om te beleef. Vriendelike personeel. Lekker slaapplek. Lekkerste kos by die restaurant. Loopafstand van die strand.

Dit was 'n wonderlike ervaring. Veilig, met sekuriteit. Lekker slaapplek. Lekker kos. Vriendelike personeellede. Loopafstand van die strand. Het vroeg gaan swem voor ontbyt. Lekkerste was om by die trein se venster na die see te sit en kyk tot laat, en die liggies op die water te kan sien, die see te hoor en te ruik. Was 'n wonderlike vakansie en ons sal die weer doen.

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Experience to live. Friendly staff. Nice place to sleep. Best food at the restaurant. Walking distance from the beach.

It was a wonderful experience. Safe, with security. Nice place to sleep. Nice food. Friendly staff members. Walking distance from the beach. Went for an early swim before breakfast. The best thing was to sit by the train's window and look at the sea until late, and be able to see the lights on the water, hear and smell the sea. Was a great holiday and we will do it again.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie naand.

Hoe lekker is dit om so goeie resensie te lees en met al die 5 sterre.

Baie dankie vir julle wat by ons tuis kon bly.
Ons hoop om julle binnekort weer te sien.

Trein groete

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Stephan B - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephan B
Family with teenagers

Wat 'n belewinis en fantastiese uitsig oor die see.

Bietjie knap vir 3 mense. Sal oulik wees as daar dalk 'n aparte kamer vir die 3de persoon beskikbaar gemaak kan word. Die ontbyt was 'n bonus en baie lekker. Maak dit verseker waarde vir geld.

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What an experience and fantastic view over the sea.

A bit tight for 3 people. Would be nice if a separate room could be made available for the 3rd person. The breakfast was a bonus and very tasty. Make it value for money for sure.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie naand

Baie dankie vir die resensie.
Die twin kamers kan bietjie klein wees veral as daar meer as 2 persone in slaap. Ons beveel ons gaste altyd aan om 'n Twin en enkel kamer te bespreek vir almal se gerief. Indien u weer bespreek by ons bespreek een van die Caboose eenhede. Baie privaat en dit is iets vir die boeke.

Mag julle 'n mooi 2023 het.

Groete
Trein

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Christine C - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Christine C
Individual traveller

Fantasties.

Lekker ontspanning en stil.

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Fantastic.

Nice relaxation and quiet.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie middag Christine,
Baie dankie vir u wonderlike terugvoering. Ons is bly u het u verblyf met ons geniet. Ons sien uit om u gou weer terug te verwelkom.
Trein groete,
Nadene Loubscher.

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Lavona D - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lavona D
With partner

Pleasant.

Will return at anytime.

Santos Express 's response

Good day, Lavona
Thank you for your wonderful review.
We are so glad you had a pleasant stay.
We are looking forward to welcoming you back soon.
Best regards,
Ilse

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Joalise R - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Joalise R
Large group

Sporttoerverblyf.

Die leerders het die akkommodasie vreeslik geniet. Die see by hul kamervensters was die toppunt.

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Sports tour accommodation.

The learners really enjoyed the accommodation. The sea at their bedroom windows was the highlight.

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Santos Express 's response

Good day, Joalise
Thank you for your review.
Please do come back for another adventure with us.
We await your arrival.
Keep Well.
Kind Regards,
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Hannelie V - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hannelie V
With friends

Uitstekend.

Ons sal dit aanbeveel. Die royal suite is uitstekend. Die prys is bilik. Die diens is puik. Ons sal weer daar bly.

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Outstanding.

We would recommend it. The royal suite is excellent. The price is bilik. The service is great. We will stay there again.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Hannelie

Baie dankie vir u resensie, ons waardeer dit baie.
Ons hoop om u gou weer te sien.

Groete
Die Santos Express Train Lodge

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Eric G - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Eric G
With partner

Dit was heerlike gewees, sal gou weer daar bly.

Sal Santos Express defnitief aanbeveel.

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It was lovely, will stay there again soon.

Would definitely recommend Santos Express.

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Santos Express 's response

Hallo Eric

Hoop dit gaan goed met jou.
Baie dankie vir u resensie, en ons hoop om u gou weer te verwelkom by die Trein.

Mooi Bly

Groete
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Vivienne B - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Vivienne B
With partner

Asemrowend.

Ons verblyf het my terug geneem na my kinderjare. Wow. Om weer op 'n trein te slaap was fantasies. Jy gaan slaap en skrik wakker met die geluid van die branders. Dit bring rustigheid in jou, veral om die vars seelug in te asem. Die personeel het ons oorvriendelik ontvang. Veiligheid is in plek. Beslis waarde vir jou geld.

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Breathtaking.

Our stay took me back to my childhood. Wow. Sleeping on a train again was fantasy. You go to sleep and wake up to the sound of the waves. It brings peace to you, especially breathing in the fresh sea air. The staff received us very friendly. Security is in place. Definitely value for money.

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Hallo Vivienne

Baie dankie vir u resensie ons is bly om te verneem dat u die trein ervaring geniet het.
Asseblief kom gou weer terug en maak nog meer herinneringe.

Sien gou weer.

Mooi Bly

Groete
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Rachelle D - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rachelle D
With partner

Altyd lekker daar by die see en mense wat daar werk is baie vriendelik.

Dis so lekker aangesien dit iets anders as die normale is en ek as kind baie trein gery het so mis dit nogal! Die kompartemente is baie skoon en netjies, mense is vriendelik en ontbyt baie lekker! Dis uit en uit dit werd om te gaan en teen daai prys kan niemand stry nie!

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Always nice there by the sea and people who work there are very friendly.

It's so nice because it's something different from the normal and I used to ride the train a lot as a child so I kind of miss it! The compartments are very clean and tidy, people are friendly and breakfast very tasty! It's definitely worth going and at that price no one can argue!

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Santos Express 's response

Hallo Rachelle

Hoe se een baie dankie vir die resensie.
Baie dankie weereens vir hierdie mooi en uiteen gesette resensie.
Hoop om gou weer te sien.

Mooi bly

Groete
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Neal E - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Neal E
With partner

Great place.

Love the adventure. Such a great place. Would go again.

Magda Ann L - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Magda Ann L
With partner

Issues were handled swiftly, there was one major disturbance at one table with guests who were extremely loud and inconsiderate towards others, however I commend management staff who profusely apologized to us and made breakfast extra special. Excellent quantity and quality of food; we will visit again.

Enjoyed the stay, will visit again. Perhaps in future consider Wi-Fi in the rooms? Or a TV?

Santos Express 's response

Good Day Magda

Thank you for your review.
We are pleased to hear that management sorted the problem swiftly and could accommodate you on your requests.
Please do come back for another quieter experience. Again, our sincerest apologies for the inconvenience.

Keep Well

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Martie M - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Martie M
Family with teenagers

Ons het dit baie geniet. Sal volgende keer langer bly.

Dis baie gerieflik en naby aan die strand geleë.

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We enjoyed it very much. Will stay longer next time.

It's very comfortable and located close to the beach.

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Hello Martie, baie dankie vir U resensie. Hoop om U weer hierdie jaar tesien. Mooi Bly.
Groete. The Santos Express Train Lodge

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René P - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
René P
With partner

Awesome experience!

Perfect location, lovely staff, amazing view!

Santos Express 's response

Good day,

Thank you for rating us 5 stars. This is amazing.
We hope we see you soon again.

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Kobus J - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kobus J
Individual traveller

Wonderlike wegbreek en vakansie.

Baie lekker gebly. Akkommodasie is bekostigbaar en naby aan alles wat jy nodig het. Die personeel veral die dames is baie vriendelik. Ek sal beslis weer kom bly.

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Wonderful break and vacation.

Very nice stay. Accommodation is affordable and close to everything you need. The staff especially the ladies are very friendly. I will definitely come and stay again.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag
Baie dankie dat U tyd gemaak het vir die mooi resensie.
Die dames sal altyd die ekstra myl stap vir ons gaste. Hoop ons sien julle weer.
Trein

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Glenda G - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Glenda G
With partner

Gerieflike verblyf op die strand.

Ons het bespreek in die ekonomiese verblyf waar badkamer gedeel word. Ons het besluit om op te gradeer na die "Royal Suites". Ons was aangenaam verras deur die luuksheid en spasie. Die ontbyt was ingesluit en was heerlik. Baie dankie!

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Comfortable accommodation on the beach.

We booked in the economy accommodation where bathroom is shared. We decided to upgrade to the "Royal Suites". We were pleasantly surprised by the luxury and space. The breakfast was included and was delicious. Thank you very much!

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag
Baie dankie vir die resensie.
Ons by Santos Express Trein is aangenaam met die terugvoering van U af. Die luukse eenheid is altyd die beste keuse.
Ons hoop om u vinnag weer te sien.
Trein

Santos Express
Chris L - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chris L
Family with teenagers

Waarde vir geld.

Dit was ons eerste keer in Mosselbaai en ons ervaring by Santos Express was fenominaal. Puik diens en vriendelike mense.

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Value for money.

It was our first time in Mossel Bay and our experience at Santos Express was phenomenal. Great service and friendly people.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag

Baie dankie vir die mooi resensie.

Ons maak altyd seker ons gaste geniet elke oomblik saam ons by Santos Express Train.

Ons hoop om julle weer te sien.

Trein

Santos Express
Glenda L - Feb 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Glenda L
Individual traveller

Die gemak van 'n trein, met vriendelike en persoonlike aandag en hulp van personeel.

Ek het my verblyf geniet, ek is gestrem en elke personeellid het my met deernis en vriendelikheid behandel. Heerlike kos teen goeie pryse.

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The comfort of a train, with friendly and personal attention and help from staff.

I enjoyed my stay, I am disabled and every member of staff treated me with compassion and kindness. Delicious food at good prices.

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Willem B - Nov 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Willem B
With partner

Bly ons het dit gedoen. Was 'n belewenis.

Restaurant lekkerste pizza ooit en gerieflik op perseel. Diens is puik.

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Glad we did. Was an experience.

Restaurant best pizza ever and conveniently on site. Service is great.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag, baie dankie vir u terugvoering. Ons waardeer u ondersteuning en hoop om u gou weer welkom te heet. Trein groete, Ilse.

Santos Express
Pauline D - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pauline D
Individual traveller

Nostalgiese verblyf naby die see.

Lekker bekostigbare verblyf by die see. Wens net die eetsalon was in die trein, ook dat daar water was in Coupé. Die vensters kort ook aandag.

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Nostalgic accommodation near the sea.

Nice affordable accommodation by the sea. Only wish the dining room was in the train, also that there was water in Coupé. The windows also need attention.

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Santos Express 's response

Good day, Pauline
Thank you so much for your review.
Yes, true, very nostalgic.
Glad to hear you had a beautiful stay with us.
Keep Well.
The Santos Express Train Lodge

Santos Express
Heinrich V - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Heinrich V
With partner

Waarde vir geld.

Vriendelike personeel. Lekker kos by die see.

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Value for money.

Friendly staff. Good food by the sea.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Heinrich

Thank you for your review.
Will for sure convey your review to our whole crew on the train.

Surely we'll see you again.

Keep Well Heinrich

Kind Regards.

Santos Express
Magda P - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Magda P
With partner

Dit was baie goed.

Etes was goed en prys was net so goed. Die ontbyt was uit die boeke. Ek voel dat vir 'n wittebroodsuite moet dit asb. meer klankdig tussen die kaboetse gemaak word. Ons kon elke woord hoor wat die bure gepraat het en selfs die snork, ens. in die nag. Natuurlik kon hulle ons ook hoor dis bietjie steurend om te weet.

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It was very good.

Meals were good and price was just as good. The breakfast was off the books. I feel that for a honeymoon suite it should please. be made more soundproof between the caboose. We could hear every word the neighbors spoke and even the snoring etc. in the night. Of course they could also hear us, it's a bit disturbing to know.

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Santos Express 's response

Hallo Sally

Baie dankie vir die resensie.
Jammer vir enige ongerief, sal dit so oordra aan bestuur.

Maar kom gerus weer terug.

Mooi Bly

Groete
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Santos Express
Belinda F - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Belinda F
With friends

Fantasties.

Al die staff is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam. Die trein self is gee die gevoel van op 'n regte trein te wees. Soms voel die trein of dit beweeg, hang net af hoe die wind haar vang.

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Fantastic.

All the staff are very friendly and helpful. The train itself gives the feeling of being on a real train. Sometimes the train feels like it's moving, just depends on how the wind catches her.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag

Baie dankie vir die resensie.

Ek is bly dat julle elke oomblik geniet het by Santos Express Train.

Ons hoop julle besoek weer gou gou.

Trein

Santos Express
Susan M - Apr 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Susan M

Vriendelike personeel wat nie huiwer om 'n glimlag op die klient se gesig te sit nie.

Die diens was uitstekend. Ons het welkom gevoel van die oomblik wat ons daar aangekom het.

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Friendly staff who do not hesitate to put a smile on the client's face.

The service was excellent. We felt welcome from the moment we arrived.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag

Baie dankie vir die resensie.

Ons is baie bly julle het tuis gevoel. Kom besoek gerus weer.

Trein

Santos Express
Andi E - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andi E
Individual traveller

Perfect for a short stay.

Beautiful location, kiff accommodation. Just need a bit of maintenance (doors, windows) it's old. but nice.

Blanche H - Sep 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Blanche H
With friends

Baie geniet.

Was baie rustig. Weet nie van vakansietyd nie.

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Enjoyed a lot.

Was very calm. Don't know about vacation time.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Blanche, baie dankie vir U resensie. Oor vakansie periode is dit baie besig maar baie lekker. Kom gerus weer terug. Mooi Bly.
Groete. The Santos Express Train Lodge

Santos Express
Doreen S - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Doreen S
Family with teenagers

Dit was baie gerieflik op die strand, badkamers is mooi skoon en netjies gehou, vriendelike personeel. Die Santos Express is 'n waarde vir geld belewenis met puik ligging.

Dit het gevoel of ons op 'n eiland vakansie hou. Die restaurant se kos is lekker en meer as bekostigbaar. Enigste plek met beste sonsak uitsig en skemerkelkies teen waarde vir geld prys.

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It was very comfortable on the beach, bathrooms were kept nice and clean, friendly staff. The Santos Express is a value for money experience with great location.

It felt like we were vacationing on an island. The restaurant's food is delicious and more than affordable. Only place with best sun bag view and cocktails at value for money price.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie naand

Ons by Santos Express Trein wil vir julle baie dankie se vir die resensie.
Met al die goeie terugvoering is ek seker ons sien julle weer in 2023.

Groete
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Santos Express
Yolanda L - Dec 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Yolanda L
With partner

Absoluut hemels om so met die klank van die see aan die slaap te raak!

Mooiste uitsig op Santosstrand! Die badkamers was bo verwagting baie netjies en die personeel vriendelik.

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Absolutely heavenly to fall asleep to the sound of the sea!

Most beautiful view on Santos beach! The bathrooms were more than expected very clean and the staff friendly.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie naand.

Dit was lekker om U met goeie en vriendelike diens te kon help. Elke klient is vir ons besonders belangrik.

Ons hoop om U weer in Desember 2023 te sien.

Trein Groete

Santos Express
Keith M - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Keith M
With partner

It was just okay if you're just looking for a place to sleep.

The compartments can do with a kettle and coffee facilities as there is nowhere to have coffee after the restaurant has closed or before it's opened in the morning. That for me is a huge negative.

Santos Express 's response

Good Day Keith

Trust you are well.
We appreciate you reviewing us and thank you for your opinion.
Keep in mind the Train is still in its original form/condition. we do have units with the requirements of what you want, so next time when in the area kindly reserve one of our more private units with private toilet, shower and coffee, tea amenities.
What better way to reminisce when on an original blue train.

Trust all above information is in order.

Keep Well
The Santos Express Train Lodge

Santos Express
Martin S - Aug 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Martin S
With partner

Baie rustig, kan heerlik ontspan.

Ligging uitstekend. Geen geraas. Sekuriteitsdienste puik. Teenaan die see.

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Very peaceful, can relax wonderfully.

Location excellent. No noise. Security services great. Against the sea.

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Santos Express 's response

Hallo Martin

Baie dankie vir die resensie.
Asseblief kom gou weer terug, en kom maak nog lekker herinneringe.

Hoop om gou weer tesien.

Mooi bly

Groete
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Santos Express
Elaine S - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Elaine S
With partner

Trein geniet en kos van restaurant baie lekker.

Voorstelle: Ek het net 'n sitbankie in kajuit gemis en sou slegs 1 groot dek met afskortings meer gebruik het as om trappe af te klim en weer op te klim na ons dek.

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Enjoy train and food from restaurant very nice.

Suggestions: I only missed a settee in cabin and would have used only 1 large deck with partitions more than going down stairs and back up to our deck.

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Nombulelo Victoria Z - Oct 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Nombulelo Victoria Z
With friends

There was no orientation for what/where is what, I enjoyed to be next to the beach. Enjoyed their breakfast. The staff is so kind, very friendly.

Santos is not a place for self-catering, yes for a restaurant they are good. There is no space to do all that, but it's a nice stay, only in the Royal Suite. They don't have wifi in the rooms, which is a turn-off, people want to enjoy wifi while relaxing in their rooms, not only in the restaurant. They must just upgrade the standard of single rooms because the people couldn't stay in their rooms because of dirtiness and the blankets are like wow, for prisoners. But I understand that it is a train, but the bedding must at least be upgraded.

Santos Express 's response

Hello Nombulelo

Thank you for your review and opinion it's much appreciated.
Regarding your stay yes, you did highlight some not so good experiences, Wi-Fi is upgraded now.
We are trying our best to bring in changes with regards to guests requests and concerns.

Keep well.

Kind Regards
The Santos Express Train Lodge.

Santos Express
Anonymous Guest - Jul 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with teenagers
Leandri D - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Leandri D
Family with young children

Dit was 'n belewenis vir die kinders om in 'n trein te kan slaap.

Baie mooi view maar dit help min as die water van die see vuil is agv die hawe net langsaan en dus kon die kinders nie swem nie. Badkamer(toilet) stink ongelooflik erg in die wa (Royal Suite B) waarin ons gebly het. Veilige parkering met omheining net as jy in die Royal Suites slaap. En die bed is nogal hard. Verder het ons dit baie geniet.

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It was an experience for the children to be able to sleep in a train.

Very nice view but it doesn't help much if the sea water is dirty due to the harbor just next to it and so the children couldn't swim. Bathroom (toilet) smells incredibly bad in the carriage (Royal Suite B) in which we stayed. Secure gated parking only if you sleep in the Royal Suites. And the bed is quite hard. Furthermore, we really enjoyed it.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag.

Baie dankie vir die resensie.

Ons is baie jammer as u nie baie gelukkig was met die eenheid waarin u gewoon het nie.

Ons hoop dat met die volgende besoek sal julle ervaring baie beter en lekkerder wees.

Groete
Trein

Santos Express
Miquette P - Jan 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Miquette P
With partner

Die strand was lekker.

Die ontvangsdiens was uiterlik onaangenaam. Ek stel voor dat hulle aan hul vriendelikheid en maniere werk. Die akkommodasie self was oulik. Die trein self was nie mooi opgepas nie, sekere dele van die trein is nie instandgehou nie.

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The beach was nice.

The reception service was outwardly unpleasant. I suggest they work on their friendliness and manners. The accommodation itself was lovely. The train itself was not well looked after, certain parts of the train were not maintained.

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Christelle W - Mar 2022
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Christelle W
With partner

Ongelukkig te veel foute.

By aankoms was die kamer wat ons bespreek het, aan iemand anders gegee. Ons moes afgradeer vir een nag en die volgende oggend oorskuif na die ander kamer. Die nuwe kamer was ook nie die regte kamer nie, ons het see-uitsig bespreek, maar moes teen die straat vaskyk wat as berguitsig beskryf word. Daar was miere, ons moes 'n handdoek voor die een venster hang wat nie 'n skerm voor gehad het nie. Die ergste was dat ons vir 2 dae geen warm water gehad het nie. Nee jong, dit was 'n ramp!

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Too many mistakes unfortunately.

On arrival, the room we booked had been given to someone else. We had to downgrade for one night and move to the other room the next morning. The new room was not the right room either, we booked a sea view but had to face the street which was described as a mountain view. There were ants, we had to hang a towel in front of the one window that didn't have a screen in front. The worst was that we had no hot water for 2 days. No young man, it was a disaster!

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Attie D - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Attie D
With partner

Absoluut heerlik!

Wonderlike ervaring om in 'n trein te kan slaap en die see se branders die heelnag net buite die vesters te kan hoor. Volgende oggend se ontbyt was uit die boeke! Unieke ervaring en hoogs aan te bevele.

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Absolutely delicious!

Wonderful experience to be able to sleep in a train and hear the ocean's waves all night just outside the vesters. Next morning's breakfast was out of the books! Unique experience and highly recommended.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag
Baie dankie dat U tyd af geknyp het om n resensie vir ons te skryf.
Dus nou lekker om te lees dat julle lekker gekuier het by Santos Express Trein. Ek hoop met die volgende vakansie bring julle vriende saam wat net so lekker die vakansie kan kom geniet.

Dankie en hoop ons sien gou weer.

Trein groete

Santos Express
Alanda B - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Alanda B
With partner

Wonderlike ervaring.

Het die Royal Suite bespreek, maar ongelukkig het iemand 'n fout gemaak met ons bespreking en kon ons nie meer die Royal Suite kry nie. Moes toe in honeymoon caboose bly. Dit was net so lekker. Al was ons teleurgesteld oor mix up met die Royal Suite, het ons 'n baie aangename tyd gehad. Santos is 'n lekker experience.

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Wonderful experience.

Booked the Royal Suite but unfortunately someone made a mistake with our booking and we were no longer able to get the Royal Suite. Had to stay in honeymoon caboose then. It was just so delicious. Even though we were disappointed about mix up with the Royal Suite, we had a very pleasant time. Santos is a nice experience.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag Alanda

Baie dankie vir die mooi resensie.
Ons wil net baie jammer se dat u nie die luukse royal eenheid kon ervaar het nie. Ten spyte van alles was die Caboose 'n lekker ervaring.
Ons hoop om u vinnig weer te sien om die luukse kamer te ondervind.

Groete
Trein

Santos Express
Pierre L - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pierre L
With partner

Onvergeetlik.

Onvergeetlike en unieke ervaring.

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Unforgettable.

Unforgettable and unique experience.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeiedag Pierre
Baie dankie vir die goeie terugvoering van u af. Dus altyd lekker as ons kliente met 'n lekker smaak in die mond weg stap. Die 5 sterre is 'n baie groot bonus.
Veilig reis en hoop ons sien u weer.
Trein groete

Santos Express
Brenda G - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Brenda G
Individual traveller

Dit het so baie kinder-herinneringe teruggebring.

Die personeel is uiters behulpsaam en vriendelik. Puik diens. Kamers is netjies. Mens kyk uit op die see. Weer was mislik, maar wat 'n ondervinding om die weerlig op die see te aanskou.

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It brought back so many childhood memories.

The staff are extremely helpful and friendly. Great service. Rooms are neat. One looks out at the sea. Weather was miserable, but what an experience to witness the lightning on the sea.

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Coenie V - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Coenie V
With partner

Gerieflike oornagverblyf in pragtige omgewing.

Hierdie is seker een van die oornagfasiliteite met die mooiste uitsig in die land en dit met die ouwêreldse ervaring van 'n trein-kompartement. Absoluut aan te beveel. Die restaurant wat deel vorm van die fasiliteit se seekos is to die for.

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Comfortable overnight accommodation in beautiful surroundings.

This is probably one of the overnight facilities with the most beautiful view in the country and that with the old-world experience of a train compartment. Absolutely recommend. The restaurant that forms part of the facility's seafood is to die for.

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Maria W - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maria W
With partner

A wonderful night.

When I first saw the description I thought ok this might be interesting. When we got there it was a wonderful surprise. We got to our cabin and it has lots of room, the bed was probably the best nights sleep I have had in some time. It was quiet and I could hear the waves at night. Outside we had our own private patio overlooking the beach. We went to dinner there and the food and staff were both impressive. My waitress was friendly and very welcoming. She was like an old friend. Breakfast the next morning was just as good. I would highly recommend staying here and I am going to try to rebook when I return.

Dirk O - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Dirk O
With partner

Unieke ervaring.

'n Unieke ervaring - het dit geniet.

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Unique experience.

A unique experience - enjoyed it.

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Santie B - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Santie B
With partner

Iets uniek.

Baie vriendelike mense. Alles is skoon en netjies.

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Something unique.

Very friendly people. Everything is clean and tidy.

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Annemarie V - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annemarie V
With partner

'n Paradys-ervaring!

Ons het 'n kompartement met twin beddens en gedeelde badkamer bespreek, maar met ons aankoms het die vriendelike ontvangsdame ons' n keuse gegee om ons bespreking so te hou of ons kan opgradeer na die Royal Suite met eie badkamer en balkon. Veral met Covid in gedagte. En was dit 'n baie aangename ervaring. Baie beter as wat ons ooit kon droom. Dit was romanties, netjies, privaat met 'n asemrowende uitsig. Baie baie dankie vir 'n onvergeetlik aand en 'n fantastiese ontbyt. Ons gaan vir seker weer van julle dienste gebruik maak, want so 'n paradys-ervaring kry mens nie altyd nie. Baie dankie ook vir jul vriendelike diens, hou so aan! Mag God julle ryklik seën en mag julle besigheid net van krag tot krag gaan. Duisende dankies.

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A paradise experience!

We booked a compartment with twin beds and a shared bathroom, but upon our arrival the friendly receptionist gave us a choice to keep our reservation or we could upgrade to the Royal Suite with its own bathroom and balcony. Especially with Covid in mind. And it was a very pleasant experience. Much better than we could ever dream. It was romantic, neat, private with a breathtaking view. Thank you very much for an unforgettable evening and a fantastic breakfast. We will definitely use your services again, because such a paradise experience does not always come. Thank you very much for your friendly service, keep it up! May God richly bless you and may your business only go from strength to strength. Thousands of thanks.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie Dag Mev Annemarie
Dit was vir ons absolute plesier om u as ons gaste te he. Baie dankie vir die terugvoering. Hoop om u gou weer as ons gaste terug by ons te he. Baie, baie dankie vir die mooi seenwense oor ons besigheid. Pragtige geseende dag en goeie gesondheid vir u en familie.
Groete
Lenichia

Santos Express
Mart J - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Mart J
With partner

Dit was 'n heerlike ondervinding om in die trein te slaap.

Die diens was uitstekend en die netheid van die fasiliteite op die trein was baie goed gewees. Die personeel was ook te alle tye baie vriendelik en behulpsaam.

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It was a wonderful experience to sleep in the train.

The service was excellent and the cleanliness of the facilities on the train was very good. The staff were also very friendly and helpful at all times.

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Marius V - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marius V
With partner

Heerlike avontuur. Beveel ten sterkste aan.

Ons het so lekker gekuier. Nader aan die see is nie moontlik nie. Die personeel is baie behulpsaam en vriendelik. Ons verblyf was vir seker bo verwagting. Almal moet dit kom beleef. Julle sal nie spyt wees nie.

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Great adventure. Highly recommend.

We had such a good time. Closer to the sea is not possible. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Our stay was definitely above expectations. Everyone should come and experience it. You will not regret it.

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Judy J - Jul 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Judy J
With partner

Ongelooflike vriendelike diens.

Dit is 'n uitsonderlike evaring om by die Santos Express te oornag. Die personeel gaan uit hulle pad om die ervaring vir mens so lekker en spesiaal as moontlik te maak,

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Amazing friendly service.

It is an exceptional experience to stay overnight at the Santos Express. The staff go out of their way to make the experience as enjoyable and special as possible.

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Jill O - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jill O
Family with young children

Beautiful and historical.

Loved showing my young son what I grew up with.

Hilda S - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hilda S
With partner

Absolute fantastiese ervaring.

Ou nostalgie van 'n slaaptrein sonder die beweging. Fantastiese uitsig oor die oseaan. Ons het in 'n klein kompartement gebly en dit was awesome vir oornag. As jy luukse verwag, hou verby of kies 'n opgradering.

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Absolutely fantastic experience.

Old nostalgia of a sleeper train without the movement. Fantastic view of the ocean. We stayed in a small compartment and it was awesome for overnight. If you expect luxury, skip or choose an upgrade.

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Tertia E - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Tertia E
With partner

Mei 2021. Uitstekend.

Akkommodasie uitstekend in Royal Suite. Werklik 'n lekker ondervinding gewees en restaurant is binne loopafstand. Uitsig op see is briljant. Sal dit aanbeveel vir enige persoon.

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May 2021. Excellent.

Accommodation excellent in Royal Suite. Really a nice experience and restaurant is within walking distance. Sea view is brilliant. Would recommend it to any person.

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Elmare V - May 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elmare V
With friends

Heerlik hier gebly!

Die Royal suite was werklik 'n belewenis. Personeel is so gaaf. Baie netjies.

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Great stay here!

The Royal suite was truly an experience. Staff is so nice. Very neat.

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Suzan D - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Suzan D
Individual traveller

Baie lekker.

Goeie ligging. Lekker belewenis. Mure was bietjie dun, met geselserige bure, maar om die see te hoor terwyl ek aan die slaap raak en weer wakker te word met die see was heerlik!

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Very nice.

Good location. Nice experience. Walls were a little thin, with chatty neighbors, but hearing the ocean while falling asleep and waking up to the ocean again was lovely!

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Susan B - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan B
With friends

Nogals oulik.

Ek kan my goed indink dat hierdie plek baie besig en aan die gang kan wees wanneer die wêreld nie met 'n pandemie sit nie. Die kamers is baie netjies en die beddens slaap heerlik. Die personeel is ook baie vriendelik en behulpsaam, en die restaurant se kos is puik.

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Kind of cute.

I can imagine that this place can be very busy and going when the world isn't dealing with a pandemic. The rooms are very neat and the beds sleep wonderfully. The staff are also very friendly and helpful, and the restaurant's food is great.

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Matthys C - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Matthys C
With partner

What an adventure.

We really enjoyed our stay, especially the walks on the beach and the location of the train.

Elzette D - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elzette D

Heerlik, anders.

Die vensters kort net bietjie Q20 om makliker oop en toe te skuif, ek het bietjie sanitizer gebruik toe werk dit perfek. Miskien ook dalk handdoeke. Iets dalk by gesamentlike stort te sit om vloer droog te maak na stort.

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Delicious, different.

The windows just need some Q20 to open and close more easily, I used some sanitizer and it worked perfectly. Maybe towels too. Maybe put something in the shared shower to dry the floor after showering.

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Jean A - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jean A
Family with teenagers

Uitstekend.

Iets anders en ons het dit geniet.

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Outstanding.

Something different and we enjoyed it.

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Rachel D - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Rachel D
Individual traveller

Ek't die verblyf daar geniet.

Bly gerus daar oor. Vriendelike personeel. Heerlike ontbyt ook geniet elke oggend daar.

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I enjoy the stay there.

Feel free to stay there. Friendly staff. Delicious breakfast also enjoyed there every morning.

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Maura R - Sep 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maura R
On business

Fun stay in Mossel Bay.

Great place for a quick stay-over in Mossel Bay; nothing fancy, but your compartment is clean and safe. Shower and bathroom also clean. Location is great - right next to beach - one falls asleep listening to waves breaking on the shore. If you like something quirky (like sleeping on a train - who gets to do that anymore?!) then check it out!

Marietjie B - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Marietjie B

Baie lekker met heerlike herinneringe aan vorige treinreise.

Jy raak netnou met die see in jou ore aan die slaap en ongelukkig wil die trein nie wieg nie. Heerlike ontbyt. Ons sal die verblyf beslis aanbeveel.

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Very nice with wonderful memories of previous train journeys.

You are just now falling asleep with the sea in your ears and unfortunately the train does not want to rock. Delicious breakfast. We would definitely recommend the stay.

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Anet O - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Anet O

Baie aangenaam.

Uitstekende ligging en besonderse uitsig op strand.

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Very pleasant.

Excellent location and exceptional view of the beach.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag

Baie dankie vir die goeie resensie.
Ons hoop om binnekort u weer te sien.

Groete
Trein

Santos Express
Adele V - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Adele V
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker, net raserig.

Ons het weereens, soos 2 jaar terug, raserige gaste in ons wa gehad. Hulle het dronk en raserig om 3h00 die oggend ingekom (curfew). Ons moes hulle 2 keer vra om sagter te praat en ons slaaptyd te respekteer. Ons dogters was ook in 'n nader wa gewees en nie saam met ons nie. Andersins het ons dit baie geniet.

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Very nice, just noisy.

Once again, like 2 years ago, we had noisy guests in our carriage. They came in drunk and noisy at 3:00 in the morning (curfew). We had to ask them 2 times to speak more softly and respect our sleeping time. Our daughters had also been in a nearby carriage and not with us. Otherwise we really enjoyed it.

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Madelaine Z - Jan 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Madelaine Z
Family with teenagers

Dit was 'n besondere ervaring.

Awesome! Dit laat mens terugdink aan kinderjare toe ons gereis het na vakansiebestemming per trein. Die slaaptrein soos ons dit genoem het.

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It was a special experience.

Awesome! It reminds one of childhood when we traveled to holiday destination by train. The sleeper train as we called it.

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Pauline K - Jun 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Pauline K
With partner

Dit baie geniet. Rustig.

Rustige en veilige verblyf en koste effektief. Vriendelike diens.

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Enjoyed it a lot. Restful.

Peaceful and safe accommodation and cost effective. Friendly service.

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John H - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
John H
With partner

Vriendelike, informele atmosfeer. Mooi ligging.

Plus - Baie mooi uitsig en ligging, gemaklike, informele restaurant vir ligte etes, burgers ens. Minus - Net een stoel in Koninklike kajuit - sou baat by 'n ekstra stoel en tafeltjie. Die kajuit se privaat stoep kan net bereik deur buite rondom die kajuit te stap en sou ook baat by 'n son- of windskerm.

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Friendly, informal atmosphere. Nice location.

Plus - Very nice view and location, comfortable, informal restaurant for light meals, burgers etc. Minus - Only one chair in Royal cabin - would benefit from an extra chair and small table. The cabin's private veranda can only be reached by walking outside around the cabin and would also benefit from a sun or wind screen.

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Herman V - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Herman V
With partner

Dit was awesome om so naby die see wakker te word.

Die warm ontbyt was baie lekker.

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It was awesome to wake up so close to the sea.

The hot breakfast was very nice.

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Jimmy G - Aug 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jimmy G
With partner

Goed geleë.

Baie goeie uitsig teen die see.

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Well located.

Very good view to the sea.

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Elrico S - Nov 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
1/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Elrico S
With partner

Moeg, bed bietjie hard, lyf was seer.

Ek en vrou dit geniet. Ek hou van die breakfast, dit was nice.

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Tired, bed a bit hard, body was sore.

Wife and I enjoy it. I like the breakfast, it was nice.

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Marius K - Apr 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Marius K
With partner

Amazing place, but some improvement and detail needed.

Think a good do over and fixing of old elements are needed.

Trudie D - Oct 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
2/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Trudie D
With partner

Ons het baie uitgesien na ons oorslaap hier maar was werklik teleurgesteld.

Daar was stof oral op die vensterrame. Stukkende vensterknippe. En dan ook 'n onwelriekende reuk vanuit die badkamer. Ons sal werklik nie weer daar oorslaap nie.

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We were really looking forward to our overnight stay here but were really disappointed.

There was dust all over the window frames. Broken window shutters. And then also an unpleasant smell from the bathroom. We really will not stay there again.

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Jacoline M - Dec 2021
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
1/5
Value for money
1/5
Jacoline M
Family with teenagers

Dit was aaklig, vuil, raserig en glad nie veilig nie.

Ons was 25 minute vroeg, maar moes wag tot 14h00 om sleutels te kry. Toe kry ons 2 kajuite van mekaar in aparte treinwaens. Ek vra toe vir 2 langs mekaar, want ek kan nie minderjarige kinders alleen los. Toe sê hulle dis vol, daar is nie 2 langs mekaar nie. Toe het ek gesê dan sal ons ander verblyf moet kry, toe is daar skielik 2 langs mekaar oop. Dit kajuite het 'n onaangename reuk, die vloere en beddegoed is vuil. Die rasta-familie wat langsaan ons gebly het, het eers 23h00 ingekom. Hille het vreeslok geraas, gerook en gedrink tot 01h00. Dit was stil van 01h00 tot 03h00, toe begin daar 'n strandpartytjie en dit lawaai tot 05h00. Die veiligheidshekke het oopgestaan. Ek het dit 'n paar keer gaan toemaak. Nodeloos om te sê, ons kon nie wag vir 05h00 om te ry nie. Ons het niks geslaap nie. Sowat van 'n 'unieke' ervaring waarna ek uitgesien het, wil ek nooit weer doen nie. Ek stel voor webtuiste verwyder Santos Express van hul webblad, want lekker slaap sal jy vir seker nie. Dit was 'n slegte ervaring. Ons het 23h00 die nag begin Google vir ander verblyf, maar met die 24h00 'curfew' kon ons nêrens so laat plek kry nie. Die meeste plekke se 'check-in' tyd is net tot 22h00 in die aand. Ek het amper in my kar gaan slaap.

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It was horrible, dirty, noisy and not safe at all.

We were 25 minutes early but had to wait until 14h00 to get keys. Then we got 2 cabins from each other in separate train cars. I then asked for 2 next to each other, because I cannot leave minor children alone. Then they said it's full, there aren't 2 next to each other. Then I said then we will have to find other accommodation, then suddenly there were 2 open next to each other. These cabins have an unpleasant smell, the floors and bedding are dirty. The rasta family who stayed next to us didn't come in until 11pm. They made a lot of noise, smoked and drank until 1am. It was quiet from 01h00 to 03h00, then a beach party started and it was noisy until 05h00. The security gates were open. I went to close it a few times. Needless to say, we couldn't wait for 05h00 to drive. We didn't sleep at all. Somewhat of a 'unique' experience I was looking forward to, I never want to do again. I suggest website remove Santos Express from their website, because you will not sleep well for sure. It was a bad experience. At 23:00 at night we started to Google for other accommodation, but with the 24:00 'curfew' we couldn't find a place anywhere that late. Most places' 'check-in' time is only until 22h00 in the evening. I almost fell asleep in my car.

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Maria D - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maria D

Ek en my kleindogter het die uitslaap op die trein geniet.

Dit was ’n heerlike ondervinding. Stil en rustig, met die gedruis van die see.

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My granddaughter and I enjoyed the sleep in on the train.

It was a wonderful experience. Quiet and peaceful, with the roar of the sea.

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Maria D - Oct 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maria D
Individual traveller

Dit was tipies om op 'n trein te slaap.

Drankies is bekostigbaar. Bingo aand was opwindend. Personneel is vriendelik. Veral kantoor personeel.

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It was typical to sleep on a train.

Drinks are affordable. Bingo night was exciting. Staff is friendly. Especially office staff.

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Bennie V - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Bennie V
With partner

Trein-belewenis met die mooiste strand-uitsig en slaap met branders in jou ore. Op die strand.

Baie vriendelike en hulpvaardige ontvangs en personeel. Restaurant en kroeg op die strand. Treinwaens op die strand met lieflike beddens. Uiteraard beste uitsig op wit strand en blou water. Hawe liggies saans. Dit was ons 2de kuier daar en beslis nie laaste. Dankie, ons het heerlik gekuier.

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Train experience with the most beautiful beach view and sleep with waves in your ears. On the beach.

Very friendly and helpful reception and staff. Restaurant and bar on the beach. Train cars on the beach with lovely beds. Obviously the best view of white beach and blue water. Harbor light at night. It was our 2nd visit there and certainly not the last. Thank you, we had a great time.

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Santos Express 's response

Baie dankie vir u goeie terugvoering. Dit is altyd 'n plesier om julle hier te hê, ons sien uit daarna om julle sommer gou weer te sien.

Liedfe en groete van die hele Santos span.

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Fracois D - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Fracois D
With partner

Nice stay for the price.

Nice price, nice atmosphere, nice location, all you need for a quick stay.

Stephen D - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Stephen D
With partner

Lekker outyds.

Was lekker met uitkyk reg op die see.

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Nice old fashioned.

Was nice with a view right on the sea.

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Chevaughn V - Aug 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Chevaughn V
With partner

Baie ontspanne en rustig.

Die personeel is vriendelik en die kos baie lekker.

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Very relaxed and peaceful.

The staff is friendly and the food very tasty.

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Adri B - Mar 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Adri B
Individual traveller

Sentraal, pragtige ligging, vriendelike personeel.

Sal beslis teruggaan, wou graag langer bly.

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Central location, beautiful location, friendly staff.

Would definitely go back, would have liked to stay longer.

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Santos Express 's response

Hi Adri,

Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat julle die tydjie by ons geniet het. Ons hoop om julle sommer vinnig weer te sien.

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Marilynn L - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Marilynn L
With partner

Dit was absoluut fantasties. Die rustigheid wat daar heers.

Jy kan net jou skoene uitskop agteroorsit en ontspan. Dit is elke keer 'n plesier om daar te bly. Staff is altyd behulpsaam met enige vrae of versoeke. Ons wil altyd net langer bly.

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It was absolutely fantastic. The tranquility that reigns there.

You can just kick off your shoes in the back and relax. It is a pleasure to stay there every time. Staff are always helpful with any questions or requests. We always just want to stay longer.

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Santos Express 's response

Hi Marilynn,

Baie dankie vir die vyf ster terugvoering. Ons is verjeug dat julle so lekker ontspan het en hoop julle kuier langer volgende keer.

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Jp V - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jp V
With friends

Great hospitality, Friendly staff and the place is close to a lot of attractions.

It's on the beach and the view is amazing. A restaurant and bar next to the train.

Santos Express 's response

Hi JP,

Thank you so much for the excellent feedback. We are super chuffed that you enjoyed your stay with us so much and we hope that you will visit again soon.

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Susan E - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan E
With partner

Ons kon nie kla oor enige iets nie, was 'n lekker ervaring.

Soos ek hierbo genoem het, dit was 'n lekker ervaring, maar was bietjie knap. Nie dat ek dit nie sal aanbeveel nie, maar ons sal volgende keer net bietjie groter plekkie soek. Soos met byvoorbeeld 'n klein kombuisie met 'n yskassie of iets. Maar ons het hoegenaamd nie klagtes oor Santos Express nie. Heerlike ontbyt gehad, die ligging is fantasties, en sal definitief as ons weer daar kom, gebruik maak van die restaurant.

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We couldn't complain about anything, it was a nice experience.

As I mentioned above, it was a nice experience but was a bit small. Not that I wouldn't recommend it, but we'll look for a little bigger place next time. For example, a small kitchenette with a bar fridge or something. But we have no complaints about Santos Express at all. Had a wonderful breakfast, the location is fantastic, and will definitely use the restaurant again when we get there.

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Hi Susan,

Baie dankie vir die uitsonderlike terugvoering. Ons het wel die Royal suites, met eie yskassie, ketel en koffie stasie, privaat see uitsig dek en privaat badkamer geriewe. Jul is welkom om navraag te doen vir jul volgende besoek.

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Tommy P - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tommy P
With friends

Kort, maar sal weer daar bly.

Het net een aand daar oorgebly maar sal beslis weer. Waarde vir geld en die treinslaap was uit die boeke. Sal weer daar gaan bly, beslis.

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Short but would stay there again.

Only stayed one night but would definitely go again. Value for money and the train sleep was off the books. Will definitely stay there again.

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Tania V - Dec 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Tania V
With partner

Onvergeetlik.

Uitstekende en vriendelike diens. Niks was te veel moeite nie. Wat 'n amazing ondervinding. Almal moet regtig hierdie doen ─ op die trein oornag.

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Unforgettable.

Excellent and friendly service. Nothing was too much trouble. What an amazing experience. Everyone really should do this ─ spend the night on the train.

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Riaan M - Nov 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Riaan M
Individual traveller

Overnight stay. Well enjoyed.

My overnight stay at the Santos Express was well enjoyed. The venue is located on the beachfront and the rooms are clean and well maintained - taking into consideration it's an old train. The reception is friendly and the workers go out their way to make your stay as comfortable as possible. The rooms are small and intimate which suites a solo traveller. The venue is also relatively close to the mall and other shops. Santos Express is recommendable to all solo travellers.

Johanna Louise V - Sep 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Johanna Louise V

Lekker gekuier.

Sal dit aanbeveel vir 'n groep mense.

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Have a nice time.

Would recommend for a group of people.

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Pieter J - Jan 2020
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
2/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Pieter J
With friends

Sigaretrook het ons met die aankoms in die gange oorval.

Ontvangs was vriendelik, maar dink die advertensie vir die verblyf is misleidend. Kamers was skoon, maar 'n klam reuk het die vertrek gevul, was onder indruk daar was 'n dubbelbed aangesien ons aangedui het daar is twee paartjies wat daar gaan bly, en iemand kon ons bere adviseer om liewers dubbel geriewe te kies. Toilette en storte moes met ander gaste gedeel word, wat nie duidelik so aangetoon is nie. Daar was 'n wasbak in die kamer en met geweldige inspanning op die krane het daar water uitgekom, maar daar was ook geen prop nie. Geen glase in kamer om water in die nag te drink nie.

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Cigarette smoke engulfed us in the corridors upon arrival.

Reception was friendly, but think the advertisement for the accommodation is misleading. Rooms were clean but a damp smell filled the room, was under the impression there was a double bed as we indicated there were two couples staying there, and could someone advise us to prefer double facilities. Toilets and showers had to be shared with other guests, which were not clearly indicated as such. There was a sink in the room and with tremendous effort on the taps water came out, but there was no plug either. No glasses in room to drink water at night.

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Santos Express 's response

Hi Pieter,

Dankie vir die volledige terugvoering. Ons is bitter spyt dat jul onder wan indruk was van die kamer tiepe wat jul bespreek het.

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Herman S - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Herman S
Family with teenagers

Rustige atmosfeer reg by die see.

Nostalgies, neem mens terug na jou jonger dae van trein ry en oorslaap in kompartemente. Ligging reg op strand is perfek.

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Peaceful atmosphere right by the sea.

Nostalgic, takes one back to your younger days of train riding and sleeping over in compartments. Location right on the beach is perfect.

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Santos Express 's response

Beste Herman,

Baie dankie vir u terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat julle die kuiertjie geniet het en hoop jul kom maak sommer vinnig weer 'n draai by ons.

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Lindi B - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lindi B
Family with young children

Baie lekker, sal beslis weer 'n bespreking maak!

Pragtige uitsig, behulpsaam en vriendelike personeel. Lekker kajuit, beslis 'n ervaring vir kinders - ons seuntjie was vreeslik opgewonde. Waarde vir geld!

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Very nice, will definitely make a reservation again!

Beautiful view, helpful and friendly staff. Nice cabin, definitely an experience for kids - our boy was very excited. Value for money!

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag Lindi,

Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoering! Ons is so bly julle het die kuiertjie by ons so geniet. Ons hoop julle maak sommer spoedig weer so!

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Lucille S - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lucille S
With partner

Asemrowend!

Sien sterre.

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Breathtaking!

See stars.

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Santos Express 's response

Beste Lucille,

Baie dankie vir die top terugvoering! Ons is verjeug dat julle die tydjie by ons geniet het en ons hoop ons sien julle sommer vinnig weer!

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Ruby S - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ruby S
With partner

Nostalgies en besonders.

Nostalgies en besonders. Kan beslis aanbeveel word.

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Nostalgic and special.

Nostalgic and special. Highly recommended.

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Santos Express 's response

Beste Ruby,

Baie dankie vir die flinke en positiewe terugvoering. Ons is verjeug dat julle die kuiertjie by ons geniet het en ons hoop om julle sommer gou weer te sien.

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Sarie V - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sarie V
With friends

Dit was wonderlik.

Ons was vriendelik ontvang en personeel het gehelp met wat ons okal gevra het. Dadelik welkom gevoel. Sal beslis weer daar plek bespreek.

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It was wonderful.

We had a warm welcome and the staff helped us with whatever we needed. Will definitely book there again.

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Santos Express 's response

Beste Sarie,
Baie dankie vir die ongelooflike positiewe terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat julle die kuiertjie by ons geniet het en hoop om julle sommer vinnig weer te sien.

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Sarie V - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Sarie V
With friends

Dit was baie lekker, veilig, skoon en vriendelike personeel.

Ons was baie goed behandel.

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It was very nice, safe, clean and friendly staff.

We were treated very well.

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Beste Sarie,

Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoering! Ons is so bly dat jul die tydjie by ons geniet het en ons hoop jul kom loer sommer vinnig weer in!

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Rune P - May 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rune P

Verblyf, uitsig en staf was fantasties.

Die hoofingang se deur van nommer 3 maak baie hard toe so dis baie steurend. Die skoonmakers is ook raserig vroeg in oggend in gange en as hul ander kamers se bunkbeds opslaan. Verder was als amazing en sal definitief weer daar bly.

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Accommodation, views and staff were fantastic.

The main entrance door from number 3 is very loud so it's very disturbing. The cleaners are also noisy early in the morning in corridors and as they set up the bunk beds in other rooms. Furthermore, it was amazing and will definitely stay there again.

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Santos Express 's response

Best Rune,

Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat jul die kuiertjie by ons geniet het. Kom gerus weer in loer!

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Elizabeth M - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Elizabeth M

Mamoevies baie werd om daarheen te gaan!

Wonderlike plek en mense!

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Most worth it to go there!

Wonderful place and people!

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Beste Elizabeth,
Bitter baie dankie vir die wonderlike terugvoering! Ons is verjeug dat julle die kuiertjie so geniet het en ons hoop om julle sommer vinnig weer te sien.

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Garrithea S - Jan 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Garrithea S
With friends

Uitstekend.

Sal definitief weer teruggaan. Personeel vriendelik. Netjiese slaapplek en toilette. 10 uit 10 vir Santos Express.

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Excellent.

Will definitely go back. Staff are friendly. Neat accommodation and toilets. Ten out of ten for Santos Express.

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Beste Garrithea,

Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoer! Ons is so bly dat julle die tydjie by ons geniet het en hoop om julle sommer gou weer te sien.

Groete,
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Thomas O - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Thomas O
With partner

Wat 'n amazing ervaring met die geraas van die branders die hele nag.

Wonderlikke ervaring met skoon kamers en pragtige uitsig en omgewingsklanke wat jou heeltemal van die stad se gedruis laat vergeet.

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What an amazing experience with the noise of the waves all night.

Wonderful experience with clean rooms and beautiful view and ambient sounds that make you completely forget about the noise of the city.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeiedag Thomas
Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat julle die kuiertjie by ons geniet het en ons hoop dat julle sommer spoedig weer so sal maak.

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Nelis V - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Nelis V
With friends

Uitstekende ligging en super restaurant.

Basiese akkommodasie wat goed geleë is. Alles was skoon en die ontvangs vriendelik en behulpsaam. Restaurant en pub is 'n bonus! Iets anders as die norm en beslis die moeite werd om te besoek!

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Excellent location and super restaurant.

Basic accommodation that is well located. Everything was clean and the reception friendly and helpful. Restaurant and pub is a bonus! Something different from the norm and definitely worth a visit!

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Beste Nelis,
Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoering. Ons hoop om julle sommer vinnig weer te sien!

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Estienne V - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Estienne V
With partner

Wonderlike ervaring.

Definitief die moeite werd. Belewenis.

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Wonderful experience.

Definitely worth it. Experience.

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Santos Express 's response

Hi Estienne,
Baie dankie vir die wonderlike terugvoering. Ons is so verjeug dat julle die tydjie by ons geniet het. Kom kuier gerus weer!

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Harry D - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Harry D
Large group

Cheap and original.

Hilarious. Quiet small. Perfect for one or two nights.

Santos Express 's response

Dear Harry,

Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. We are so chuffed that you enjoyed the stay with us and we hope you will visit again soon!

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Tom M - Nov 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tom M
With partner

Genot van treinrit reg langs see.

Soos treinrit uit die ou dae met die mooiste see-uitsig. Uitstekende restaurant. Vriendelike personeel. Netjies en skoon.

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Enjoyed the train ride right by the sea.

Like a train ride from the old days with the most beautiful sea views. Excellent restaurant. Friendly staff. Neat and clean.

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Beste Tom
Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat u die tydjie by ons geniet het en ons hoop om julle sommer spoedig weer te sien!

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Adele V - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Adele V
Family with young children

Rustig by die see, solank jy goeie bure het.

Ons het baie lekker gebly, behalwe vir die groep mense wat die wa met ons gedeel het. Hulle het tot laatnag gebraai en was baie dronk en toe begin die klomp vieslik op mekaar vloek en slegte name noem tot na 1 in die oggend. My dogtertjie was vreesbevange en wou nie uit ons kamer gaan om badkamer toe te gaan nie. Andersins was dit aangenaam.

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Quiet by the sea, as long as you have good neighbors.

We had a very nice stay, except for the group of people who shared the wagon with us. They barbecued until late at night and were very drunk and then the group started swearing at each other and calling each other bad names until after 1 in the morning. My little girl was terrified and wouldn't leave our room to go to the bathroom. Otherwise it was pleasant.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeie dag Adele,

Ons is so jammer dat ander gaste julle kuiertjie so ongerief gemaak het, ons vra onverskoning daarvoor. Dankie vir die terugvoering en ons hoop julle volgende besoek is 'n rustiger ervaring.

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Mariska W - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Mariska W
Family with young children

Dit was rustige aand, personeel baie vriendelik en kos by restaurant baie lekker en pryse is billik. Definitief die moeite werd.

Dis skoon en netjies en pryse is redelik. Personeel baie vriendelik en behulpsaam.

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It was a tranquil evening, staff very friendly and food by the restaurant was delicious and prices reasonable. Definitely worth it.

It's clean and neat and prices are reasonable. Staff very friendly and helpful.

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Beste Mariska,

Baie dankie vir die positiewe terugvoering. Ons is verjeug dat julle die kuiertjie by ons geniet het en ons hoop om julle sommer vinnig weer te sien!

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Annalize H - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Annalize H
With partner

Verblyf vir die wat iets anders wil ervaar.

Op soek na iets anders as die gewone oornag plekke. Dan is Santos Express jou plek. Baie vriendelike personeel, en oulike restaurant op perseel. Naby aan strand geleë.

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Accommodation for those who want to experience something different.

Looking for something different from the usual overnight places. Then Santos Express is your place. Very friendly staff, and cute restaurant on site. Located close to the beach.

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Hi Annalize,
Ons is so bly julle het die kuier by ons so geniet! Baie dankie vir die positiewe terugvoering, ons hoop julle kom draai sommer vinnig weer hier by ons.

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Karin V - Jun 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Karin V
On business

Ons werkers het dit vreeslik geniet.

Ons het dringend slaapplek gesoek vir ons werkers. Hulle het dit verskriklik geniet, was hul eerste keer by die see.

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Our workers enjoyed it very much.

We urgently looked for accommodation for our workers. They enjoyed it terribly, it was their first time by the sea.

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Hi Karen,

So bly julle mensies het dit geniet. Baie dankie vir die moeite om terugvoering te verskaf, ons waardeer dit! Laat weet gerus as julle weer 'n slaap plekkie benodig.

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Ruben A - Apr 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Ruben A
Family with teenagers

Lekker!

Ons het dit baie geniet. Belewenis om in 'n trein te slaap, as 'n hotel langs die see. Sal weer daar gaan slaap en eet. Heerlike seekos en vriendelike gasvryheid.

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Nice!

We enjoyed it very much. Experience sleeping in a train, like a hotel by the sea. Will sleep and eat there again. Delicious seafood and friendly hospitality.

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Hi Ruben,
Baie dankie vir die fantastiese terugvoering! Ons is so bly julle het die kuiertjie by ons so geniet. Ons hoop om julle sommer vinnig weer te sien.

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Estrolita W - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Estrolita W
Individual traveller

Nice to to stay but not over a weekend as it is very noisy on the beach front.

Very clean and neat and people are very friendly but on a weekend, people on the beach play music very load and over a weekend you have people sleeping on the beach and they talk the whole night.

Santos Express 's response

Dear Robin George,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. We do apologize for the noisy beach-goers.

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Annalize E - Oct 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Annalize E
With friends

Klein, maar baie lekker en tog alles wat met nodig het.

Goeie ligging, skoon en vriendelike personeel.

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Small, but very nice and yet everything you need.

Good location, clean and friendly staff.

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Andrew W - Mar 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Andrew W
With partner

Goeie ondervinding gewees na my laaste weermag reis.

Ek het wel genoem met my bespreking dat ek op krukke is en sal graag naby die eetlokaal wil wees. Hulle het my toe in trok 7, die laaste kompartement gesit. Niks was genoem van trappe of ramps nie. Ons het dus besluit om die Sondagoggend vroeg te vertrek. Dit was maar net my persoonlike ondervinding na my groot rug operasie.

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Good experience after my last army trip.

I did mention with my reservation that I am on crutches and would like to be close to the dining room. They then put me in truck 7, the last compartment. Nothing was mentioned about stairs or ramps. So we decided to leave early on Sunday morning. This was just my personal experience after my major back surgery.

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Beste Andrew,
Baie dankie vir die terugvoering. Ons vra onverskoning dat die korrekte inligting aangaande die toegang nie aan u oorgedra is nie.

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Loretha V - Aug 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Loretha V
With partner

Baie ongemaklik gewees.

Ons het kompartement met dubbelbed gehad, spasie baie beknop, ligskakelaar baie ongemaklike plek, badkamer wasbak sonder prop, stort ongemaklik. Personeel was vriendelik en kos was lekker.

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Very uncomfortable.

We had compartment with double bed, space very cramped, light switch very uncomfortable place, bathroom sink without plug, shower uncomfortable. Staff were friendly and food was delicious.

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Beste Loretha,

Baie dankie vir die terugvoering. Ongelukkig is spasie maar beknop op 'n trein. Ons is so jammer dat dit nie tot u persoonlike smaak was nie.

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Pieter V - Feb 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Pieter V
Family with young children

Cool experience.

Experience was cool, view on the beach is awesome. Food could be better.

Santos Express 's response

Dear Pieter,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us. We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us. We are in the process of revamping the kitchen, menu and planting fresh produce, so we trust on your next visit you will enjoy the restaurant!

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Lydia M - Jul 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Lydia M

Maak seker jy verstaan dat dit eintlik vir rugsakreisigers is.

Die tafeltjie is ons eenheid was nie afgevee nie en vorige gaste se taai koeldrankkolle was nog duidelik sigbaar. Die deel badkamers is 'n groot probleem, die toilette vol urine bo-op die toilette en op die vloer teen 6:30 die volgende oggend. Dalk moet hul oorweeg om toilette vir mans en dames apart beskikbaar te stel.

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Make sure you understand that this is actually for backpackers.

The small table in our unit had not been wiped down and previous guests' sticky soda stains were still clearly visible. The sharing bathrooms are a big problem, the toilets full of urine on top of the toilets and on the floor by 6:30 the next morning. Maybe they should consider making toilets available for men and women separately.

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Beste Lydia,
Baie dankie vir julle terugvoering. Dankie dat julle dit onder ons aandag gebring het, die nodige stappe is geneem om so geval in die toekoms te verhoed.

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Hans V - Dec 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Hans V

Nie baie goed nie.

Beddegoed nooit verander tydens volle verblyf. Net een kragprop in 'n dubbelkompartement is hopeloos onvoldoende. By die hekkie na die strand kan jy slegs uitgaan, maar nie terugkom nie.

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Not very good.

Bedding was never changed during the full stay. Only one plug in a double compartment is hopelessly inadequate. At the gate to the beach you can only go out but not come back.

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Beste Hans
Dankie vir jou terugvoering. In die kompartemente is daar duidelike inligting aangaande kamerdiens versoeke. Een kragpunt is heeltemal voldoende vir selfoon herlaaiing vir twee persone. Die kompartement sleutels het 'n sleutel vir die agter hek aan.

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Elise S - Sep 2019
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
1/5
Elise S
With partner

Meer vir nagoorbly vir enkelmans.

Geen haardroërs kan gebruik word, geen ketel vir soggens/laat koffie. Geen water in kamer. Onpraktiese verblyf. Mense duidelik hoorbaar in kamers langsaan. Deure te hard oop en toe.

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More for overnight stays for single men.

No hairdryers can be used, no kettle for morning/late coffee. No water in room. Impractical accommodation. People clearly audible in rooms next door. Doors open and close too loudly.

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Beste Elise
Baie dankie vir u terugvoering. Die trein lewe is nou maar nie vir almal geskik nie.

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Maricélle B - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Maricélle B
With partner

Daar was goeie diens met baie vriendelike personeel en teen die strand geleë.

Ons het ons tyd by Santos Express baie geniet en sal beslis weer van hulle dienste gebruik maak.

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There was good service with very friendly staff and located by the beach.

We really enjoyed our time at Santos Express and will definitely use their services again.

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Hi Maricelle,

Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugoering. Ons is so bly dat julle dit so geniet het hier by ons. Kom gerus sommer vinnig weer kuier.

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Ricardo C - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ricardo C
On business

Snoesige kompartemente, uitstekende waarde vir joe geld.

Lieflike plekkie om te gebruik as 'n slaapplek. Nostalgies geraak, laat my dink aan familie treinvakansies. See en strand is 'n paar meter van jou venster, lekker aan die slaap geraak met see luggie en die geluid van branders. Ek sal Santos aanbeveel as net 'n slaapplek vir besoeke aan Mosselbaai. Uitstekende blyplek vir die jong klomp.

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Cuddly compartments, excellent value for money.

Lovely little place to use as a place to sleep. Nostalgic, reminds me of family train holidays. Sea and beach are a few meters from your window, falling asleep with sea air and the sound of waves. I would recommend Santos as just a place to sleep for visits to Mossel Bay. Excellent place to stay for the young crowd.

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Pierre L - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Pierre L
Family with young children

Dit was waarna ek gesoek het. Goeie uitsig en rustig!

Die uitsig is baie mooi. Diens is uitstaande. Niks het ontbreek nie en is baie skoon. Veiligheid is baie goed!

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This was what I was looking for. Good view and quiet!

The view is very beautiful. Service is outstanding. Nothing was missing and is very clean. Safety is very good!

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Goeiedag Pierre,

Baie dankie vir die wonderlike terugvoering. Ons is verjeug dat julle die tyd by ons so geniet het!

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Anneke V - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Anneke V
On business

Fantasmagories.

Ek was so beïndruk met die uitstekende diens en vriendelikheid. Wat ‘n belewenis! Dankie!

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Phantasmagorical.

I was really impressed with the excellent service and friendliness. What an experience! Thank you!

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Hallo Anneke

Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoering. Ons is verjeug dat julle die tydjie hier by ons so geniet het. Ons hoop om julle sommer spoedig weer terug te verwelkom.

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Jolandi E - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jolandi E
Family with teenagers

Heerlike wegbreek met geen probleme.

Ontvangs was op hulle pos en heeltyd beskikbaar. Heeltyd ontvang met vriendelike diens by die restaurant. Ongelooflike ervaring om nie in chalet-omgewing te wees nie.

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Great getaway with no problems.

Reception was on their post and available all the time. Always received with friendly service at the restaurant. Amazing experience not to be in chalet environment.

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Beste Jolandi,

Duisende dankies vir die uitstekende terugvoering! Ons dink ook verseker dis beter as chalets!

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Valentino L - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Valentino L
On business

Absolutely amazing.

Santos is good, I just liked everything about the train, and a huge thumbs up to the staff. They were like on point, all the smiles and the warm welcome was the best. I will most definitely return some time again to Santos Express. Food of the restaurant is good, and to our waiter Justin: Mushrooms was fully loaded and I do appreciate the good service also received from the restaurant. Good food, good people leading to a good stay.

Santos Express 's response

Dear Valentino,

Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a great review! Justin sends regards!

Come visit again soon!

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June S - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
June S
With partner

Baie lekker.

Skoon, gemaklik, bekostigbare verblyf. Reg by die see. Sal enige tyd terug.

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Very nice.

Clean, comfortable, affordable accommodation. Right by the sea. Will return anytime.

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Goeiedag June,

Baie dankie vir die ongelooflike terugvoering. Kom sommer vinnig weer kuier by ons!

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Nic G - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Nic G
With partner

Avontuurlustig.

Die personeel is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam, ware omgee mense wat ons baie tuis laat voel het. Ons het sommer weer jonk gevoel tussen al die jongmense. Dit is veral 'n gewilde blyplek vir jongmense omdat dit iets anders is en baie bekostigbaar is. Ons sal beslis weer daar bly. Die treinrestaurant se kos is heerlik.

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Adventurous.

The staff are very friendly and helpful, truly caring people who made us feel very much at home. We simply felt young again among all the young people. It is a particularly popular place to stay for young people because it is something different and very affordable. We will definitely stay there again. The train restaurant's food is delicious.

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Beste Nic,

Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat jul die tyd by ons geniet het en ons hoop om julle sommer gou weer te sien!

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Johann V - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johann V
With partner

Uitstekende ligging, veilig, waarde vir geld. Baie gerieflik en skoon. Puik restaurant.

Dis 'n veilige plek, genoeg veilige parkering. Goeie restaurant, lieflike uitsig, selfs vanuit jou bed. Alles stapafstand. (Behalwe as jy 'n Mall-dwergie is.) Swemstrand reg onder blyplek met 'n kiosk wat bykans alles verkoop. Dis eenvoudig, top waarde vir geld en elke persoon wat ek vertel waar ons gebly het wil dadelik die besonderhede hê.

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Excellent location, safe, value for money. Very comfortable and clean. Great restaurant.

It's a safe place, enough safe parking. Good restaurant, lovely view, even from your bed. Everything within walking distance. (Unless you're a Mall midget.) Swimming beach right below accommodation with a kiosk that sells almost everything. It's simple, top value for money and every person I tell where we stayed immediately wants the details.

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Beste Johann,

Baie dankie vir die ongelooflike terugvoering! Ons is so bly dat jul die tydjie by ons geniet het en dankie dat jul die woord versprei. Ons hoop julle kom kuier gereeld by ons!

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Annelie C - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annelie C
With partner

Was baie lekker en rustig saam met 'n Bingo-aandjie.

Was 'n belewenis en baie rustig. Kan dalk net 'n bietjie meer op netheid in badkamers aandag gee, verder was dit waarde vir geld.

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Was very nice and peaceful with a Bingo night.

Was an experience and very peaceful. Could just pay a little more attention to cleanliness in bathrooms, otherwise it was value for money.

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Beste Annelie,

Baie dankie vir die fantastiese terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat julle die tydjie saam met ons geniet het. Ons beplan wel om die badkamers en storte oor te doen in die wintermaande.

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Desiré V - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Desiré V
With partner

Eenvoudig, maar bitter lekker.

Die plek was netjies, baie veilig met sekuriteitswag wat vensters en deure sluit in die aand. Personeel was vriendelik. Ontbyt wat ingesluit is was billik. Al was die plek redelik vol geboek was dit stil. Ons sal definitief weer hier boek.

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Simple, but lovely.

The place was neat, very safe with security guard that locked windows and doors in the evening. Staff were friendly. Breakfast included was fair. Even though the place was quite crowded it was quiet. We will definitely book again here.

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Goeie dag Desire,

Baie dankie vir die ongelooflike terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat jul die tydjie by ons geniet het en ons hoop om jul sommer gou weer te sien.

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Carl G - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Carl G
Individual traveller

Baie anders.

Gerieflik op die strand en bekostigbare restaurant.

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Very different.

Convenient on the beach and affordable restaurant.

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Goeiedag Carl,

Duisende dankies vir die uitmuntende terugvoering! Ons hoop om julle sommer gou weer te sien.

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Pierre F - Mar 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Pierre F
Individual traveller

Het dit baie geniet.

Altyd lekker om op die trein te bly.

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Enjoyed it a lot.

Always nice to stay on the train.

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Goeiedag Pierre,

Baie dankie vir die ongelooflike terugvoering. Ons is so bly julle het lekker gekuier by ons. Sien julle gou weer!

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Barbara L - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Barbara L
With partner

Definitief iets anders.

Dis net die getik-tik van die wiele wat kort. Pragtige see-uitsig vanaf slaapplek, netjiese skoon geriewe.

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Definitely something different.

It's just the tick-tick of the wheels that's missing. Beautiful sea view from sleeping place, neat and clean facilities.

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Beste Barbara,

Baie dankie vir die terugvoering! Ons is verheug dat julle die verblyf geniet het! Hoop om julle sommer gou weer te sien!

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Marike R - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Marike R
With friends

Tone-omkrul-lekkerkry-treinslaap-genot.

Om op 'n trein te slaap is een van die lekkerste ervarings en Santos Express maak dit bekostigbaar, aangenaam en heerlik! Die restaurant het heerlike koffie en kos. Die personeel is vriendelik en hulpvaardig.

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Toe-curl-treat-train-sleep-enjoyment.

Sleeping on a train is one of the most enjoyable experiences and Santos Express makes it affordable, pleasant and delicious! The restaurant has great coffee and food. The staff are friendly and helpful.

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Beste Marike,

Baie dankie vir die ongelooflike terugvoering! Ons is so bly dat julle die ervaring hier geniet het. Ons dink ook ons koffie is heerlik! Dit word plaaslik vervaardig en dis ons gunsteling.

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Lynette A - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynette A
Individual traveller

Sal dit aanbeveel as 'n nuwe ervaring.

Ontvangsdames uiters behulpsaam en vriendelik. Ligging fantasties. Vir my persoonlik was spasie baie beknop in die kamer maar ek verstaan dit is 'n trein, so vir 'n resiger wat 'n nuwe ervaring soek sal dit 'n goeie ondervinding wees.

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Would recommend it as a new experience.

Receptionists extremely helpful and friendly. Location fantastic. For me personally space was very tight in the room but I understand it is a train so for a traveler looking for a new experience it will be a good experience.

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Hi Lynette,
Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat jy die tydjie by ons geniet het en ons hoop om jou sommer gou weer te sien.

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Mariska W - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Mariska W
Family with young children

Rustig by die see.

Die staff is baie vriendelik en die plek is skoon en netjies. Dit was baie rustig by Santos Express. Sal definitief weer daar gaan bly.

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Peaceful by the sea.

The staff are very friendly and the place is clean and neat. It was very peaceful at Santos Express. Will definitely go stay there again.

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Beste Mariska,

Baie dankie vir die wonderlike terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat julle die tydjie by ons geniet het. Hoop om julle sommer vinnig weer te sien!

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Magdalena C - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Magdalena C
With partner

Awesome.

Ek en my man was saam by Santos Express en ek moet sê ons het 'n baie lekker tyd daar gehad. Die werkers is ontsettend vriendelik en het ons baie mooi ontvang. Ek gaan definitief weer sodra die somer aanbreek.

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Awesome.

My husband and I stayed at Santos Express and I have to say we had a great time. The staff were friendly with a good reception. Will definitely be back.

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Beste Magdalena,

Baie dankie vir die uitstekende terugvoering. Ons is so bly julle het welkom gevoel. Ons gaste raak soos familie!

Kom kuier sommer gou weer.

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Amanda S - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Amanda S
Family with teenagers

Baie lekker en die ligging is fantasies en naby die see.

Dit was baie lekker. Spasie net 'n bietjie beknop as mens vir 'n lang tyd daar moet bly. Die see-uitsig is pragtig en die ligging is ideaal. Die ontbyt en atmosfeer was heerlik.

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Very nice and the location is fantastic and close to the sea.

It was very nice. Space just a bit cramped if one has to stay there for a long time. The sea view is beautiful and the location is ideal. The breakfast and atmosphere were delicious.

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Beste Amanda,

Baie dankie vir die terugvoering. Ons is verjeug dat jul die tydjie by ons geniet het en ons hoop om julle gou weer te sien!

Hartlike trein groete!

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Anthea D - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Anthea D
With partner

Verblyf baie geniet. Personeel baie vriendelik by ontvangs.

Lekker gebly.

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Enjoyed the accommodation a lot. Staff is very friendly at reception.

Had a great stay.

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Beste Anthea

Ons is so bly dat julle die tydjie by ons geniet het. Kom gerus weer.

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Louisa G - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Louisa G
With partner

Heerlik om so na aan die see te wees.

Het die tydjie baie geniet alhoewel ek dit nie vir 'n lang tydperk sal aanbeveel nie, aangesien dit regtig net 'n oorslaap en ontbyt verblyf is. Nie teen staande was dit vir ons wonderlik en het baie goeie herinneringe van ons vorige trein akansie teruggebring. Die mense baie vriendelike, maar moet ook sê dis Mosselbaai!

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Great to be so close to the sea.

Really enjoyed the time although I wouldn't recommend it for a long period of time as it's really just a bed and breakfast stay. Nonetheless, it was great for us and brought back many fond memories of our previous train adventure. The people very friendly, but also have to say it's Mossel Bay!

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Dag Louisa

Baie dankie vir die gunstige terugvoering. Ons is verjeug dat julle die tydjie hier by ons so geniet het.

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Andries V - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Andries V
With partner

Unique experience.

Unique experience on a unique location. Bit small but that’s how it used to be, and a lot of material is pretty worn.

Cecil P - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Cecil P
With partner

Lekker, anders, blink idee met die trein, waarde vir geld.

Fantasties. Baie mooi privaat strand. Baie goeie idee, naby aan alles en glad nie duur nie. Kamer kompartement is klein maar eintlik net veilige slaapplek. Sal weer gaan, beveel sterk aan.

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Nice, different, the train is a very good idea, value for money.

Fantastic. Very nice, private beach. Very good idea, close to everything and very affordable. The room is quite small, but is very safe. I will stay there again and I highly recommend it.

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Beste Cecil,

Dankie vir die positiewe terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat julle die tydjie hier geniet het en ons hoop om julle voor jaareinde weer te sien!

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Jan V - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jan V
Family with young children

Ons het dit baie geniet as gesin.

Personeel was baie behulpsaam, kinders het die ervaring baie geniet. Slaapareas baie klein, maar ervaring was goed.

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We really enjoyed it as a family.

Staff were very helpful, children really enjoyed the experience. Sleeping areas very small, but experience was good.

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Goeiedag Jan,

Dankie vir die moeite om terugvoering te gee. Ons is verheug dat die kinders dit so geniet het! Julle is 'n pragtige gesin, dankie vir die kuiertjie.

Kom kuier sommer gou weer.

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Johlene E - Jun 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Johlene E
With partner

Trip down memory lane.

Baie klein en beknop, maar diens is fantasties en baie vriendelike en hulpvaardige personeel. Hul kan wel kyk na die ingeslote ligte ontbyt deur nie elke oggend presies dieselfde soorte pap uit te sit nie en dalk joghurt by te sit. Veral vir mense wat meer as 1 nag daar oorslaap. Ons het dit meestal net gebruik om te slaap. Het bedags uitgery en die omgewing besigtig.

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Trip down memory lane.

Very small and concise, but service is fantastic and very friendly and helpful staff. They can perhaps have a look at the included light breakfast by not providing the same kinds of cereal every morning and maybe adding yogurt. Especially for people who sleep over more than 1 night. We mostly used it just to sleep. Took daytrips to see the area.

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Beste Johlene,

Baie dankie vir die terugvoering en goeie idees rondom ontbyt. Ons sal dit verseker so oordra aan die bestuurder.

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Marlena D - Oct 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Marlena D
With partner

Uiters netjies, maar beknop soos kan verwag word van 'n coupe. Heerlik op die strand.

Iets anders as die gewone. Baie moeilik vir gestremde om by die trappe op te kom, ook by die trappe en die veskriklike skuins ramp na die restaurant (veral in die reën wanneer railing nat is). Ons coupe se deur het nie van binne af gesluit nie (dink dit was nommer 42). Toe ons die "latch" gebruik, kon ons dit nie weer oop kry nie en na twee oproepe na ontvangs het nog niemand gekom om ons uit te laat nie. Met 'n helse gesukkel het ons dit oop gekry en toe ons al buite was, het 'n dame gekom om ons te help. Daarna kon ons die latch nie gebruik nie en die sleutel het nie die deur van binne toegesluit nie. Ons het dus beide nagte met ongesluite deur geslaap, redelik onveilig omdat mens nie weet wie en wat in ander kompartemente was nie.

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Extremely neat, but cramped as can be expected from a coupe. Great on the beach.

Something different from the usual. Very difficult for the disabled to get up the stairs, including the stairs and the terrible slope to the restaurant (especially in the rain when the railing is wet). Our coupe's door didn't lock from the inside (think it was number 42). When we used the "latch" we couldn't get it open again and after two calls to reception no one came to let us out. With a hell of a struggle we got it open and when we were already outside, a lady came to help us. After that we could not use the latch and the key did not lock the door from the inside. So we slept both nights with the door unlocked, quite unsafe because you don't know who and what was in other compartments.

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Santos Express 's response

Beste Marlena,

Ons vra om verskoning dat u gesukkel het met die slot. Daar is aandag aan gegee en dankie dat u die probleem onder ons aandag gebring het.

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Jennifer O - Sep 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Jennifer O
With partner

Was aangenaam met die mooiste uitsig.

Net jammer vir die partyjies snags op strand. Die toilet by die restaurant kort dringend 'n opknapwerk. Sal ook help as die wasbakkie water kan kry.

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Was pleasant with the most beautiful view.

Just a pity for the parties at night on the beach. The toilet at the restaurant is in urgent need of renovation. It will also help if the sink can get water.

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Santos Express 's response

Beste Jennifer,

Baie dankie vir julle terugvoering en voorstelle. Ons is bly dat julle die tydjie by ons geniet het en die opknap werk is reeds in werking.

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Anzett V - Jul 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Anzett V
With partner

Ongelooflike view!

Vir 'n beter view kan jy nie vra nie. Geen handdoeke. Goed geleë.

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Incredible view!

You can't ask for a better view. No towels. Well located.

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Beste Anzett,

Dankie vir die goeie terugvoering. Ons is so bly dat julle die kuiertjie geniet het.

Kom kuier gerus weer!

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Nicolette V - Apr 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Nicolette V
Family with young children

Dit was lekker om die kinders die ervaring te gee.

Dit was lekker om die kinder die ervaring te gee, maar sal volgende keer in die luukse eenheid bly.

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It was fun to give the kids the experience.

It was nice to give the kids the experience, but will stay in the luxury unit next time.

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Santos Express 's response

Goeiedag Nicolette,

Baie dankie vir julle uitstekende terugvoering! Ons sien uit daarna om julle sommer vinnig weer te sien.

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Nico C - Feb 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Nico C

A little bit of nostalgia in Mossel Bay.

The Royal suites brought back memories of my childhood. The accommodation was good, on the beach and the restaurant was reasonable with good food. Breakfast was good and the view was fabulous! Personally, I think there is a need for some maintenance on the coaches and the outside facilities. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.

Santos Express 's response

Dear Nico,

Thank you so much for the great feedback! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us. We do have extensive maintenance plans for this coming winter. So check back with us in the summer to see all the improvements!

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Dieter A - Jan 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Dieter A

Waarde vir geld!

Badkammers en toilet was nie aanvaarbar skoon nie.

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Value for money!

Bathrooms and toilet were not acceptably clean.

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Santos Express 's response

Beste Dieter,

Baie dankie vir die terugvoering. Ons vra onverskoning dat u nie gelukkig was met die netheid nie. Dit is onder die aandag van die bestuurspan gebring. Dankie dat u ons laat weet het.

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Cornel P - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Cornel P
With partner

Was okay met tekortkominge.

Was okay, maar die ligte was te flou en het 'n TV gemis.

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It was okay with shortcomings.

It was okay, but the lights weren't bright enough and I missed a TV.

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Santos Express 's response

Beste Cornel,

Ons is so jammer om te hoor dat julle nie die tydjie by ons geniet het nie. Ons het juis nie televisies nie omdat ons reg op die strand is en voel dat televisie oorbodig is as mens op vakansie is.

Daar is wel 'n televisie beskikbaar in die kroeg vir al die rugby ondersteuners.

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Pieter Frederik J - May 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
2/5
Pieter Frederik J
With partner

Pragtige antieke trein wat beter dae gesien het.

Ons het in die Royal Suite gebly. Pragtige antieke trein wat beter dae gesien het. Die trein is regtig baie goed geleë reg teen die see. As dit nader was, sou jy nat spat. Die eenheid se gang is bietjie smal (soos ek moes gedink het, dit is mos net 'n treingang). Die afwerking van die eenheid is pragtig, maar die onderhoud daarvan is ongelukkig nie op standaard nie. Die vensters kon nie almal lekker oop nie en die water van die bad het êrens bietjie gelek dat die badkamer onder water was.

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Beautiful antique train that has seen better days.

We stayed in the Royal Suite. There is a beautiful antique train that has seen better days. The train is located very well close to the sea. If it was closer to the ocean, you would get wet. The unit's hall is a bit narrow, seeing as it is a train hall. The furnishings of the unit is beautiful, bit the maintenance is not up to par. All of the windows can't open up and the bath has a leak and the bathroom was under water after taking a bath.

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Santos Express 's response

Baie dankie vir die positiewe terugvoering, Pieter. Die antieke eenhede is geskeduleer vir onderhoud gedurende die wintermaande. Dankie dat u die lekasie onder ons aandag gebring het.

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Lukas M - Nov 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Lukas M
With partner

Nostalgies. Nie gewerk nie.

Ongelukkig het al die toebehore van die ou trein nie gewerk nie soos in die ou dae.

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Nostalgic. Not worked.

Unfortunately, all the fittings of the old train did not work as they did in the old days.

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Beste Lukas

Baie dankie vir die terugvoering. Dit is uitdagend om werkende parte te kry, so ons restoureer so ver moontlik.

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Anonymous Guest - Dec 2018
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Anonymous Guest
Family with young children

Fantastic location. Rooms have a bad smell and are not too clean.

Santos Bay is a fantastic destination. The sea is calm so it is the ideal beach for people with children. The Santos Express has a fantastic location, but they need to improve their cleanliness. The room had a bad smell.

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Ava V - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ava V
With partner

Home away from home.

The beautiful accommodation is really great value for money and the complimentary breakfast is great and include: 2 kinds of Fresh juices / 3 kinds of cereal / Toast: white and brown bread / 3 kinds of Jam / real butter / Coffee and tea / hot and cold milk / fresh fruit - if you have traveled before, you will know that just the breakfast is a great bargain! You can also order warm breakfast at your own cost, which is still great value for money. Their Grilled fish is Superb by the way! The compartments are meticulously cleaned, neat, presentable and fresh linens are put on every time a visitor leaves. We know, because we stayed for 5 days and got into the routines of everyone around us. The shower is huge and fitted with warm and cold water. The toilets are kept squeaky clean and toilet paper is never something that is amiss when you need to go. The staff is super helpful and friendly, not only from desk, also the fabulous crew from Fork 'n Train, the on site restaurant and bar. Visitors have free WiFi in the restaurant and bar area, not the train compartments and everyone stops to chat and check in with you. This is South Africa at it's most precious. A warm "Good morning, how are you" is reciprocated and when you stop long enough to ask about the town, people have the most amazing stories to tell. A writer's little haven. You literally look down onto the sandy white beach, it feels like a tropical island, especially when your cocktail hits the light just right.

Santos Express 's response

Thank you so much for such a glowing recommendation. This is exactly the guest experience we aim for. You have made our day.

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Annelene J - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Annelene J
With partner

Fantasties!

Santos Express is definitief die moeite werd om te besoek. Nie net is die ligging daarvan ideaal nie, dit het ook 'n restaurant met heerlike disse en vriendelike kelners asook 'n kroeg. Die kompartemente self is snoesig ingerig met die mooiste uitsigte oor die see. Ons verblyf vir Oktober is reeds geboek, net jammer Desember is klaar vol bespreek!

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Fantastic!

Santos Express is definitely worth a visit. Not only is its location ideal, it also has a restaurant with delicious dishes and friendly waiters as well as a bar. The compartments themselves are cuddly furnished with the most beautiful views over the sea. Our stay for October is already booked, just a shame December is already fully booked!

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Santos Express 's response

Baie dankie vir u terugvoering. Ons is in ons noppies dat jul die tydjie by ons so geniet het. Bespreek sommer nou al vir volgende Desember. Daar is nog hier en daar 'n gatjie oop.

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Silna F - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Silna F
With partner

Dit was fantasties en 'n heerlike ervaring.

Personeel was baie vriendelik en baie behulpsaam. Gaan definitief weer kom. Sal dit regtig aanbeveel vir enige iemand. Restaurant is ook net so fantasties. Lieflike ontbyt gehad. Julle is tops.

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It was fantastic and a lovely experience.

Staff were very friendly and very helpful. Will definitely come again. Would really recommend it to anyone. Restaurant is also just as fantastic. Had a lovely breakfast. You guys are tops.

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Baie dankie vir u terugvoering. Ons is verheug dat u die tydjie by ons geniet het en ons sien uit daarna om u gou weer te sien.

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Clarence R - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Clarence R
With partner

Fantasties.

Gasvryheid was baie goed.

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Fantastic.

Great hospitality.

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Beste Clarence,

Baie dankie vir die terugvoering. Ons is so ongelooflik bly dat jul die tydjie by ons so geniet het. Julle moet sommer vinnig weer kom kuier!

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Philip Z - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Philip Z
With partner

Dis die naaste wat jy sal kom om op 'n luukse trein te slaap sonder om regtig te ry.

Baie naby aan see lekker rustig op stoep en branders en seegeluide heelnag. Baie lekker geslaap. Lekker stort en bad in kamer.

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It's the closest you'll get to sleeping on a luxury train without actually riding.

Very close to the sea, nice and quiet on the porch and waves and sea sounds all night. Slept very well. Nice shower and bath in room.

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Santos Express 's response

Beste Phillip

Baie dankie vir die terugvoering. Ons is so bly jul het jul verblyf by ons geniet. Ons hoop om jul gou weer te sien.

Trein groete.

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Jacqui J - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacqui J
Individual traveller

Baie vriendelike en behulpsame personeel.

Sien sterre.

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Very friendly and helpful staff.

See stars.

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Lilanie V - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lilanie V
With partner

Heerlik.

Baie oulik en veilig. Sal beslis weer gaan.

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Delicious.

Very cute and safe. Will definitely go again.

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Yolandie V - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Yolandie V
With partner

Netjies en skoon.

Die kamers is klein (dit is darem 'n trein) maar gerieflik en skoon. Ons het nie eers geweet 'n ligte ontbyt is ingesluit by die prys die volgende oggend nie. Baie naby aan die strand, jy hoor heel nag die ligte branders breek teen die kant. Wag wat na die voertuie kyk in die nag.

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Neat and clean.

The rooms are small (it is in a train) but convenient and clean. We didn't even know that a light breakfast is included in the tariff. Very close to the beach, you can hear the waves crashing at night. Guard with vehicles at night.

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Susan P - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Susan P
With partner

Lekker!

Gaste moet net onthou dat Santos se verblyf in trein-rytuie is, gevolglik moet hulle voorbereid wees dat dit klein is, met min spasie!

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Great!

Guests have to take note that Santos offers accommodation in train carriages, so be prepared for the fact that it's quite small, with limited space.

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Hilda S - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Hilda S
Family with teenagers

Almal moet ten minste een keer by Santos Express oorslaap.

Sien sterre.

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Everyone has to stay at Santos Express at least once.

See the stars.

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Shane V - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Shane V
With partner

Dit was baie rustig om so op die strand te kon bly.

Alles goed. Beddens slaap net nie te lekker nie, maar dit was maar hoe die trein se beddens was. Kan aanbeveel dat daar dalk 'n tweede kussing kon wees. Restaurant se kos is ook baie lekker en redelik geprys.

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It was so peaceful staying on the beach.

Everything good. Just the beds weren't too comfortable, but that is how the train beds were back in the day. Would suggest they add a second pillow. Restaurant food was very good and well priced.

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Yolande S - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Yolande S
Family with teenagers

Beste see-uitsig met waarde vir geld.

Die Royal Suites bied 'n lieflike uitsig oor Santos strand en is besonders ruim. Die restaurant personeel is vriendelik, die menu sluit heerlike tradisionele SA disse in en kos is smaaklik. Santos is goeie waarde vir geld.

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Best sea view with value for money.

The Royal Suites offer a lovely view of Santos beach and are particularly spacious. The restaurant staff is friendly, the menu includes delicious traditional SA dishes and the food is tasty. Santos is good value for money.

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Schalk H - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Schalk H
Individual traveller

Vriendelike ontvangs-rustige atmosfeer-gesellige verblyf.

'n Aangename plek om oor te bly. Sal beslis weer aandoen.

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Friendly reception-quiet atmosphere-cozy accommodation.

A pleasant place to stay. Will definitely visit again.

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Sandra A - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Sandra A
Family with teenagers

Stukkie hemel op aarde.

Baie dankie vir die hartlike ontvangs deur Sam en personeel. Ons sal definitief weer 'n draai by Santos maak. Wat 'n belewenis. Dit was fantasties.

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Piece of heaven.

Thanks for the hearty welcome by Sam and the staff. We will definitely visit Santos again. What an experience. It was fantastic.

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Andre K - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre K
With partner

Fantasties! Waarde vir geld!

Ons het baie lekker gekuier, dit het my teruggevat na my jongdae toe ek baie trein gery het. Die personeel is almal so behulpsaam en die ontvangs personeel het uit hulle pad uit gegaan om ons tuis te laat voel. Die ontbyt wat ingesluit was, was meer as genoeg en ingesluit by die goedkoop prys! Ek sal definitief teruggaan. Ons het Valentynsdag gevier in die "eetsaal-restaurant"!

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Fantastic! Value for you money!

We had a great time, took me back to the days of my youth when I often travelled by train. The staff was so helpful and the people at reception went out of their way to make us feel at home. Affordable rate included breakfast and it was enough! I will definitely be back. We celebrated Valentine's day in the "dining hall / restaurant"!

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Werret D - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Werret D
With partner

Magical.

Hierdie verblyf is so abstrak, beautiful en uniek. Dit was vir my en my vrou 'n plesier om drie nagte hier te woon. Wat vir my baie spesiaal was, was die geluid van die branders wat breek, die stunning Royal Suite kamer en die gerief van die restaurant/pub. Ek sien uit om weer hier te kom bly, wat 'n belewenis.

Stan O - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Stan O
With partner

Lekker sorgeloos, maar twee aande is voldoende.

Eens in 'n leeftyd ondervinding. Sal dit aanbeveel as bekostigbare oornag-akkommodasie met goeie diens van die kantoorpersoneel (Sam), sowel as die restaurantpersoneel. Goeie kos en rustige vibe met fantastiese see-uitsig.

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Care-free, but two nights are enough.

Once in a lifetime experience. Will recommend it as affordable overnight accommodation with good service from the office staff (Sam) and the restaurant staff. Good food and tranquil vibe with fantastic sea view.

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Cathrina G - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Cathrina G
With partner

Dit was amazing.

Vriendekike personeel en baie netjies en skoon. Pragtige uitsig oor die see en baie lekker ontbyt.

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It was amazing.

Friendly staff and very neat and clean. Beautiful view of the ocean and delicious breakfast.

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Ronell S - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Ronell S
With friends

Dit was 'n fantastiese ondervinding.

Ons sal beslis weer bespreek by Santos Express. Dit was lekker om in die oggend wakker te word en op die see te kyk en die branders te hoor. Die kos by die restaurant was heerlik. Die dorp is loopafstand. Om op die strand te gaan stap vroegoggend was baie verfrissend. Die besoek aan die Diaz Museum was baie interessant.

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It was a fantastic experience.

We will certainly book again at Santos Express. It was nice to wake up in the morning and look at the sea and hear the waves. The food at the restaurant was delicious. The town is within walking distance. To go for a walk on the beach early in the morning was very refreshing. The visit to the Diaz Museum was very interesting.

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Johan F - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Johan F
With partner

Iets besonders.

Dit was 'n heerlike ervaring gewees en die dek buite die kompartement was 'n plesier gewees om te gebruik, dit was heerlik om daar te sit en na die see te kyk. Sal die ervaring aanbeveel vir enige iemand. Die enigste probleem was dat wanneer die sekuriteit sy rondtes doen 'n mens wakker word van sy geraas.

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Something special.

It had been a lovely experience and the deck outside the compartment had been a pleasure to use, it was lovely to sit there and look out to sea. Would recommend the experience to anyone. The only problem was that when the security makes its rounds you wake up from its noise.

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Santos Express 's response

Baie dankie vir u terugvoering, ons waardeer dit. Daar is reeds met sekuriteit gepraat oor sy steurnis. Dankie dat u dit onder ons aandag gebring het. Ons sien uit daarna om u weer hier te sien.

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Francois P - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Francois P
With partner

Koste-effektief.

Baie lekker gekuier. Die restaurant is skoon, maar kan regtig doen met 'n bietjie verf en vernis. Dit laat 'n gevoel van oud en afgeleef. Beddegoed en slaapplek baie skoon en netjies, kan dit regtig aanbeveel vir 'n oornagstop. Was baie vriendelik ontvang en behandel deur die personeel.

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Cost-effective.

Really enjoyed it. The restaurant is clean, but it needs a bit of paint and varnish. It felt old and neglected. Bedding and sleep areas were very clean and neat, can really recommend it as a overnight stop. Friendly reception and treatment from the staff.

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Louis & Florence V - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Louis & Florence V
With partner

Uniek

Dis uitstekende bekostigbare verblyf so reg langs die strand.

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Unique

Excellent, affordable accommodation, right next to the beach.

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Beste Louis,

Baie dankie vir julle terugvoering. Ons is verjeug dat jul die tydjie by ons geniet het. Kom geurs weer!

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Dries V - May 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Dries V
With partner

Effens beknop en glad nie rolstoelvriendelik nie.

Ek sal enige tyd weer daar gaan oornag vir 2 aande. Die kos is baie baie heerlik en nie te duur. Daar is 'n lekker veranda om op te sit en kuier of jy kan binne die bar gaan sit en rugby kyk. Santos is 'n ervaring.

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A bit cramped, not wheelchair-friendly at all.

Will be back any day for a 2 night stay. The food was delicious and not too expensive Nice veranda if you want to socialize or you can just chill in the bar and watch the rugby. What an experience.

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Elsabe D - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Elsabe D
With partner

Heerlike ervaring.

Ons verblyd baie geniet, alles mooi skoon, wonderlik om so op die see te bly en saans die branders te hoor. Ontbyt was nogal 'n lekker verrassing.

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Great experience.

We're glad we enjoyed it, everything was nice and clean, wonderful to stay on the sea like this and hear the waves at night. Breakfast was quite a nice surprise.

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Tania V - Mar 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Tania V
With friends

Avontuur uit die boonste rakke.

Dit was 'n heerlike ervaring en sal enige tyd weer Santos Express besoek. Al wat ons bietjie gepla het was die stortgeriewe wat beide dae vuil was. Baie dankie vir die wonderlike ervaring.

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Top notch adventure.

It was a lovely experience and we would visit Santos Express again. The only thing that bothered us was that the shower facilities were dirty on both days. Thanks for a wonderful experience.

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Michael S - Apr 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Michael S
Family with young children

Beste uitsig op Santos strand.

Vriendelike en behulpsame personeel. Opgegradeer 2de aand na royal suite. Meer spasie en pragtig gerestoreer. Beste uitsig en reg op die strand. Goeie restaurant en goedkoop bier.

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Best view of Santos beach.

Friendly and helpful staff. Upgraded 2nd night to royal suite. More space and beautifully furnished. Best view and right on the beach. Good restaurant and cheap bier.

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Abram P - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Abram P
With partner

Die kamertjies is te klein en beknop.

Die spasie in die kompartemente is te klein vir twee persone om langer as 'n dag daar te bly. Die toilette en storte kan bietjie opgradeer word. Daar kan ook meer 220 V kragpunte in die kamers installeer word vir laptops en selfone. Gratis internet kan ook 'n pluspunt wees.

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The rooms are too small and cramped.

The space in the compartments are too small for two people to stay longer than a day. The toilets and showers can be upgraded. There can also be more 220 V plugs in the room for laptops and cell phones. Free internet could also be a bonus.

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Ansophie N - Feb 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Ansophie N
With friends

Ietsie anders.

Santos Express is 'n baie oulike idee. Ons het die aandjie daar geniet. Is lekker by die strand geleë. Kon heel aand lê en luister na die branders wat breek. Dis vir seker nie geskik vir lang mense nie want die bedjies is maar klein, maar my seunjie was in die sewende hemel om te kan sê hy het op 'n trein geslaap.

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Something else.

Santos Express is a neat idea. We enjoyed our night there. Great location at the beach. Sound of the waves was so beautiful at night. Tall people won't be comfortable because the beds are small. My boy is over the moon because he can tell everyone he slept on a train.

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Adam B - Jan 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Adam B
Family with teenagers

Fantastiese omgewing.

Goeie oornag-verblyf vir een of twee aande. Hulle sal iets moet doen aan die warm water.

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Fantastic environment.

Good accommodation for 1 or 2 nights. They will have to do something about the warm water.

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Babs H - Jun 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Babs H
With partner

Was baie nostalgies vir my man wat as spoorwegkind grootgeword het. Ons het dit baie geniet.

Dit was lekker, maar te beknop vir langer as een aand. Het baie lekker in die retaurant voor die kaggel geëet. Diens was vriendelik, maar hulle kan gerus 'n bietjie aandag gee aan die handdoeke. Was baie dun en uitgewas, beslis nie wat 'n mens van "luxury" sal verwag nie.

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Was very nostalgic, my husband grew up as a railway child. We enjoyed it so much.

It was wonderful, but a bit cramped for more than one night. Nice meal in the restaurant in front of the fireplace. Friendly service, but they should do something about the towels, very thin and worn out. Not what you would expect from "luxury".

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Anonymous Guest - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
5/5
Anonymous Guest
Large group

Had a little trouble checking in, but the rest of the stay was nice.

The view was perfect and couldn't ask for better.

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Bianca W - Oct 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Bianca W
With friends

Genoeg vir een aand oorstop.

Heerlike ontbyt en uitsig van af restaurant. Kamer spasie baie beperk en bedompig, see uitsig toe gegroei vanaf kamer venster.

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Sufficient for a one night stopover.

Lovely breakfast and view from restaurant. Room space quite limited and humid, ocean not visible anymore due to growth in front of the window.

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Beste Bianca,
Baie dankie vir die terugvoering. Julle is welkom om volgende keer van ons luukse kajuite gebruik te maak wat baie meer ruim is.

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Anonymous Guest - Sep 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
3/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Recommended for backpackers.

The single and twin units are suitable for backpackers.

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Anonymous Guest - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Anonymous Guest
With partner

Comfortable.

It is comfortable, but not for a long vacation. We only stayed one night and it is perfect for just one night.

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Sonet C - Jul 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Sonet C
With partner

Unieke, een keer in 'n leeftyd ervaring.

Unieke ervaring! Pragtige uitsig! Sommige goed benodig aandag, soos bv. kajuit vensters, wat nie behoorlik funksioneer nie. Vloere kan opgeknap word.

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Unique, once in a lifetime experience.

Unique experience! Beautiful view! Some things need attention, such as cabin windows, which do not function properly. Floors can be renovated.

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Santos Express 's response

Beste Sonet

Baie dankie vir julle terugvoering. Ons gee onmiddelik aandag aan die vloere en ruite. Ons hoop om jul gou weer te sien.

Trein groete.

Santos Express
Alice R - Aug 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
2/5
Alice R
With friends

Special sleeping place at first sight, but...

The train wagon is beautiful, but the maintenance is very poor. Window pains are rotten, blinds don't close properly, the wind was blowing over our heads in the night. If nothing is done about that, there will be no train left within a few years. Ah shame. Next morning we only had 1 hot shower! My partner had to take an ice cold one. The same happened to our friends in the other wagon. This is very, very unpleasant when the weather is cold and there is no heating in the wagon. After complaining, a staff member only produced a very tiny ‘sorry’, while his superiors ignored us. Apparently it was our own problem. Again: a shame. We paid a lot of money to get a very poor service.

Coen S - Dec 2017
Overall rating
Cleanliness
1/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
1/5
Coen S
With partner

Baie onprofessioneel.

Sien die sterre.

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Very unprofessional.

See the stars.

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Santos Express 's response

Beste Coen,
Dankie vir julle terugvoering. Dit spyt ons dat u nie die tydjie by ons geniet het nie.

Santos Express
Kevin J - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Kevin J
With partner

Ongelooflik.

Sien sterre.

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Amazing.

See rating.

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Liana P - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Liana P
With partner

Uitstekend.

Dit was voorwaar een van die "coolste" plekke waar ons nou al gebly het. Mens het 'n week nodig om na al die goedjies net in jou kompartement te kyk. Wow!

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Outstanding.

It was truly one of the "coolest" places we have ever stayed. You need a week to look at all the things just in your compartment. Wow!

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Magda F - Aug 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Magda F
With partner

Dit is 'n lekke plek om by oor te bly en hul kliëntediens is uitstekend.

Santos Exoress is 'n uitstekende plek om by tuis te gaan en daar is soveel om te doen en te besigtig in die omgewing. Dit is 'n uitstekende vakansie-bestemming. Ons sal altyd weer soontoe gaan.

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Nice place to stay and excellent customer service.

Santos Exoress is an excellent place and lots do do and see in the area. Fantastic holiday destination. We will book it again.

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Hello Magda

Thank you so much for your review it's highly appreciated.
We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us, and the surrounding areas.
You should come back for another adventure with us at the train.

Keep Well
The Santos Express Train Lodge

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Monica P - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Monica P
With partner

Dit was awesome!

Die foto wat ek uit die kompartement geneem het tydens sonsondergang word deur my kinders gebruik vir profile pics en screen savers! Asemrowend mooi!

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Awesome!

My children uses the photo I took of the sunset as profile pics and screen savers. Breathtakingly beautiful!

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Lynette T - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynette T
With friends

Was uit die boeke!

Dit was fantasties! Diens was puik en almal was vriendelik. Kom Augustus weer.

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Top notch!

It was fantastic! The service was excellent and everybody was friendly. We are going again come August.

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Ria W - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ria W
Family with teenagers

Heerlike verblyf. Ons het dit sommer met nog 'n nag verleng.

Santos is sentraal geleë. Mens kan oral gaan net waar jy wil, of dit nou Knysna of Oudtshoorn is, al die gebiede is net 100 km ver. Die personeel is baie vriendelik en behulpsaam en sou jy 'n plek soek, sal hulle jou kan help sonder om te sukkel met 'n adres. Daar is ook padkaarte beskikbaar op die trein self om die plek op te spoor. Buiten dit bied hulle 'n heerlike ontbyt by die prys ingesluit.

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Great stay. We simply extended it by another night.

Santos is centrally located. You can go anywhere you want, whether it's Knysna or Oudtshoorn, all the areas are only 100 km away. The staff are very friendly and helpful and should you be looking for a place, they will be able to help you without having to struggle with an address. There are also road maps available on the train itself to locate the location. Besides that, they offer a delicious breakfast included in the price.

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Jacob D - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Jacob D
With partner

Ongelooflik.

Die verblyf, kos en diens was ongelooflik!

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Unbelievable.

The accommodation, food and service was unbelievable!

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Melody F - Feb 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Melody F
With partner

Ontspannend.

Personeel is baie vriendelik, area is skoon en netjies. Het heerlik gekuier by Santos Express. Sal graag weer volgende jaar soontoe wil gaan!

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Relaxing.

Staff is very friendly, area is clean and tidy. Had a great time at Santos Express. Would love to go there again next year!

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Sophia C - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Sophia C
With partner

Heerlik om weer in 'n trein te slaap, jammer hy staan net op een plek.

Die trein is goed geleë. Die restaurant is net langsaan en bedien heerlike etes. Santos-strand is 'n pragtige, veilige strand. Die trein het so 'n bietjie onderhoud nodige, maar anders heerlik.

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Great to sleep in a train again, too bad it only stops in one place.

The train is well located. The restaurant is just next door and serves delicious meals. Santos Beach is a beautiful, safe beach. The train needs some maintenance, but otherwise lovely.

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Simone S - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Simone S

Aangenaam met 'n baie goeie ligging.

Miskien nie ideaal vir mense met baie jong kinders nie, maar verder 'n gemaklike slaapplek vir 'n strandbesoek.

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Nice with great location.

Maybe not ideal for people with small kids, but very comfortable place for a beach visit.

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Riaan B - Jun 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Riaan B
With partner

Dit was lekker.

Dit was nou iets anders, en lekker om te beleef.

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It was nice.

This was something else! Really nice experience.

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Carl C - Feb 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Carl C
With partner

Baie lekker!

Sien die sterre.

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Very nice!

See the stars.

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Petrus R - Jan 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Petrus R
Family with young children

Verfrissend.

Dis die ideale somer wegbreekplek vir enkelpersone, paartjies, gesinne en groepe. Dat jy dit sal geniet, is gewaarborg hetsy jy lewenslustig is of meer teruggetrokke.

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Refreshing.

It's the ideal summer getaway for singles, couples, families and groups. That you will enjoy it is guaranteed whether you are lively or more withdrawn.

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Jacques S - Oct 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Jacques S
With partner

Wonderlike ervaring.

Die ligging is besonders. Elke oggend met die geluid van die see wakker geword.

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Wonderful experience.

The location is exceptional. Woke up every morning to the sound of the sea.

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Enrico J - Sep 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Enrico J
With partner

Alles omtrent hierdie verblyf was ongelooflik.

Sedert ons die verblyf gesien het met die aankoms was ons opgewonde omtrent ons verbly. Dit het vandaar al hoe beter en beter geword. Van inteken tot uit teken was dit baie baie fantasties. WEL GEDAAN!

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Everything was great.

We were very excited about our stay from arrival. It just got better and better. From check in to check out, it was fantastic, well done!

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Lynette T - May 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
2/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Lynette T
With partner

Was baie lekker.

Kan dalk net voorsiening maak vir koffie vroeg in die oggend.

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Was very nice.

Might just cater for early morning coffee.

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Rozanne N - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
2/5
Rozanne N
With partner

Backpacker sal tevrede wees, 'n toeris wat vakansieverblyf soek - nee!

Die trein is op die strand, maar daar is 'n massiewe struik voor die venster! Beddens is skoon en gemaklik, nie lekker om badkamer met die "gang" te deel nie.

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Backpacker will be satisfied, a tourist looking for holiday accommodation - no!

The train is on the beach, but there is a massive shrub in front of the window! Beds are clean and comfortable, not nice to share bathroom with the "corridor".

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Judy M - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
3/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Judy M
Family with teenagers

Sal nie weer daar bly nie.

Behalwe dat die "kamer" nie klaar was toe ons daar aangekom het nie was die badkamer en toilet nie baie skoon nie. Ek stel voor dat hulle iemand aanstel om gereeld die badkamer en toilet skoon te maak. As jy stort word alles nat, maak afskorting om jou klere en handdoek droog te hou.

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Will not stay there again.

Except that the room wasn't finished when we got there and the bathroom and toilet wasn't very clean. I suggest you appoint someone to clean the bathroom and toilet regularly. When you shower everything gets wet, make a separation to keep your clothes and towel dry.

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Estie V - Dec 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
1/5
Location
5/5
Safety
2/5
Value for money
2/5
Estie V
With partner

Aaklig.

Wat jy sien op advertensie en wat jy kry by Santos Express is twee verskillende dinge. Die advertensie beskryf die Royal Suite as 'n "royal suite" met 'n victoriaanse bad en see-uitsig terwyl net sekere suites aan die vereistes voldoen. Hulle was bereid om ons geld terug te betaal, maar nie om ons te skuif na die suite wat ons gedink het ons bespreek het nie.

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Horrible.

What you see on advertisement and what you get at Santos Express are two different things. The advertisement describes the Royal Suite as a "royal suite" with a victorian bath and sea view while only certain suites meet the requirements. They were willing to refund our money but not to move us to the suite we thought we had booked.

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Ralie N - Nov 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
1/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
1/5
Ralie N
Family with young children

Not what we expected.

Our booking was for 2 adults and a baby. After a very long travel from Pretoria the room was only for 2 adults and there was not even space for the baby. When approaching management they said they will pay back the money, but still deducted a cancellation fee without any worries where we were going to get another place to stay after travelling for 14 hours. The women had a bad attitude.

Chantelle M - Jul 2016
Overall rating
Cleanliness
0/5
Service
0/5
Location
0/5
Safety
0/5
Value for money
0/5
Chantelle M

Great en netjiese plek.

Het lekker gebly.

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Fantastiese en netjiese plek.

Had a great stay.

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Santos Express 's response

Hello Chantelle

Baie Dankie vir die resensie.
Ons waardeur dit opreg. Kom gerus weer terug vir nog n lekker advontuur.

Groete
Die Trein

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Lynette O - Apr 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Lynette O
With partner

Ideaal!

Lieflike weer. Perfek geleë.

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Ideal!

Lovely weather. Perfectly located.

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Theo M - Apr 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Theo M
With partner

Briljant!

Die kommunikasie met my as kliënt is onverbeterlik. "Santos Express" se personeel is baie doeltreffend. Hulle het vir ons 'n heerlike wegneem-ontbyt ingepak. Dit was vir my en my vrou 'n romantiese ervaring! Ons gaan verseker weer soontoe!

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Brilliant!

The communication with me as a customer is unbeatable. "Santos Express" staff are very efficient. They packed us a delicious take away breakfast. It was a romantic experience for me and my wife! We will definitely go there again!

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Karin M - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Karin M
With partner

It was great, stunning views!

Ontvangs baie vriendelik, administrasiewerkers baie behulpsaam. Die verblyf was fantasties, terdeë geniet. Sal dit aanbeveel vir my familie en vriende.

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It was great, stunning views!

Reception very friendly, administration workers very helpful. The stay was fantastic, thoroughly enjoyed. Will recommend to my family and friends.

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Johanlie K - Aug 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Johanlie K
On business

Dit was ongelooflik. Verblyf en restaurant was fantasties.

Als bymekaar, strand, kos en verblyf. Vriendelike diens en dit skep 'n rustige en warm atmosfeer. Het almal vertel van watter lekker ervaring dit was. Julle sien my definitief binnekort weer.

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It was incredible. Accommodation and restaurant were fantastic.

All together, beach, food and accommodation. Friendly service and it creates a calm and warm atmosphere. Told everyone about what a great experience it was. You will definitely see me again soon.

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Hilary N - Feb 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Hilary N
With partner

Santos Express satisfied our needs.

We had a very nice time at Santos Express, a unique B&B. The taps in the cabins were very stiff and hard to use.

Renata V - Jan 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Renata V
With partner

Perfek!

Definitief die moeite werd. Mooi uitsig op die see, word wakker met die branders. Een voorstel: lugversorging is definitief nodig (baie warm binne). Met die uitsig op die see laat dit jou voel jy is met vakansie.

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Perfect!

Definitely worth it. Nice view of the sea, wake up to the waves. One suggestion: air conditioning is definitely needed (very hot inside). With the view of the sea it makes you feel like you are on holiday.

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Andre W - Dec 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Andre W
Family with teenagers

Lekker op die strand.

Ons het dit baie geniet om so-te-sê op die strand te kon slaap.

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Nice on the beach.

We really enjoyed being able to sleep on the beach, so to speak.

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Martha S - Nov 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Martha S
With partner

Voel baie veilig .

Dit was vir ons 'n goeie ervaring en ons het gehou van die rustigheid daar.

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Feel very safe.

It was a good experience for us and we liked the tranquility there.

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Alwyn V - Aug 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
4/5
Alwyn V
With partner

Baie aangenaam!

Dit het 100% voldoen aan ons verwagtings.

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Very pleasant!

It met our expectations 100%.

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Charmaine M - Mar 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
3/5
Charmaine M
With partner

Nuwe ervaring!

Dit was regtig aangenaam, flinke diens, heerlike restaurant op perseel en reg op die strand!

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New experience!

It was really pleasant, prompt service, delicious restaurant on site and right on the beach!

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Ruth P - Mar 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
3/5
Ruth P
With partner

Besonderse ervaring.

Skoon met mooi see-uitsig.

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Special experience.

Clean with nice sea view.

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Elsna V - Feb 2015
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Elsna V
With partner

Dit was okay. Oortreksels oor die duvet kan nie vasknip nie. Gradeer bietjie op met die beddegoed.

Hulle kan bietjie opgradeer en kragpunte vir haardroërs in die kamers voorsien. Die kragpunte vir haardroërs ens. in die toilet is om mee te begin nie veilig nie.

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It was okay. Duvet covers cannot be clipped. Upgrade a bit with the bedding.

They could upgrade a bit and provide power points for hair dryers in the rooms. The power points for hair dryers etc. in the toilet is not safe to begin with.

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Martie V - Dec 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Martie V
Family with teenagers

Wat 'n wonderlike ervaring!

Ongelooflike ervaring wat ons altyd sal bybly.

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What a great experience!

Incredible experience that will stay with us forever.

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Magda W - Nov 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Magda W
With partner

Ons het vir 'n week ingeboek, en het hoofsaaklik daar geslaap en ontbyt geniet.

Santos is die perfekte verblyf as mens nie heeldag binnenshuis wil deurbring nie. Die see-uitsig is fantasties. Die kompartement is bietjie beknop, maar is ideaal as jy net wil oornag, en is beslis waarde vir geld, insluitende die ontbyt. Die personeel is baie hulpvaardig en vriendelik. Ek dink die badkamergeriewe kan dalk 'n probleem wees as dit vol geboek is. Ons was buite seisoen daar en het dit nie as 'n probleem ervaar nie. Ek sal Santos beslis aanbeveel, en het inderwaarheid dit reeds gedoen.

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We checked in for a week, and mainly slept there and enjoyed breakfast.

Santos is the perfect accommodation if you don't want to spend the whole day indoors. The sea view is fantastic. The compartment is a bit cramped, but is ideal if you just want to spend the night, and is definitely value for money, including the breakfast. The staff is very helpful and friendly. I think the bathroom facilities might be a problem if it's fully booked. We were there out of season and did not experience this as a problem. I would definitely recommend Santos, and in fact already have.

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Rosemary C - Oct 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Rosemary C
With partner

Ons het in die Royal Suite gebly en dit was fantasties!

Dit was fantasties. Baie romanties en rustig!

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We stayed in the Royal Suite and it was fantastic!

It was fantastic. Very romantic and peaceful!

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Delise B - Apr 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Delise B
With partner

Herlewing van my kinderdae!

Beslis iets om te ervaar. Omgewing rustig en baie kalmerend. Personeel uitstekende diens gelewer.

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Revival of my childhood!

Definitely something to experience. Environment peaceful and very calming. Staff provided excellent service.

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Irene L - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Irene L
With partner

Baie lekker gebly, dankie!

Die verblyf was lekker, naby al die plekke!

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Very nice stay, thank you!

The stay was nice, close to all the places!

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Ivan J - Jan 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Ivan J
With partner

Fantasties!

Dit was 'n belewenis om op 'n trein te slaap ... en so naby aan die see.

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Fantastic!

It was an experience to sleep on a train... and so close to the sea.

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Jannie Z - Jun 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Jannie Z
With partner

'n Verruklike oornagplek met knap kokke en onoortreflilke bedagsaamheid.

Beslis 'n aanwins vir LekkeSlaap. My wildste drome is oortref. Gasvry, bedagsaam, skoon, netjies en vriendelike gashere ...

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A delightful place to stay with clever cooks and unsurpassed thoughtfulness.

Definitely an asset to LekkeSlaap. My wildest dreams have been surpassed. Hospitable, considerate, clean, tidy and friendly hosts...

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Alta G - May 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Alta G
With partner

Baie aangenaam.

Baie aangenaam gewees.

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Very pleasant.

It was very pleasant.

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Johan S - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
5/5
Johan S
With partner

'n Nuwe ervaring!

Dit is regtig iets wat almal moet probeer. Dit is heeltemal anders as die gewone verblyf.

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A new experience!

It really is something everyone should try. It is completely different from the usual accommodation.

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Elize F - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
5/5
Service
5/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Elize F
With partner

Het heerlik geslaap en ontspan.

Die enigste probleem wat ons ondervind het was dat die stort geen afskorting gehad het nie so wanneer jy dan die stortkraan oopgemaak het in die oopplan stort, het als natgespat. Was nie aangenaam nie!

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Had a great sleep and relaxed.

The only problem we encountered was that the shower had no partition so when you then opened the shower tap in the open plan shower, everything splashed. Was not pleasant!

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University Of Pretoria U - Sep 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
University Of Pretoria U
Family with young children

Baie skoon en netjies! Kamers is klein, maar vir een of twee aande se oorbly benodig jy niks meer nie.

Die ligging is lieflik! Jy hoor die see en die uitsig uit jou kajuit is pragtig!

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Very clean and tidy! Rooms are small, but for one or two nights' stay you don't need anything more.

The location is lovely! You hear the sea and the view from your cabin is beautiful!

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Gerda W - Aug 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Gerda W
With partner

Vriendelik ontvang. Die kompartement is netjies en skoon!

Ons het verblyf vir een nag gesoek. Die personeel was vriendelik en behulpsaam. Sal definitief weer van hulle gebruik maak!

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Friendly welcome. The compartment is neat and clean!

We were looking for accommodation for one night. The staff were friendly and helpful. Will definitely use them again!

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Margarete H - Mar 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Margarete H

Dit was 'n wonderlike ervaring in 'n pragtige omgewing.

Sien die sterre hieronder.

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It was a wonderful experience in a beautiful setting.

See the stars below.

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Estelle H - Oct 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Estelle H
With friends

Goeie waarde vir geld vir oornagverblyf!

Heerlik naby die strand geleë, skoon en netjies en al wat 'n mens nodig het vir oornag verblyf. Die kinders was dol oor die ervaring om op 'n trein te kon slaap.

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Great value for money for an overnight stay!

Wonderfully located near the beach, clean and tidy and everything you need for an overnight stay. The children loved the experience of being able to sleep on a train.

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Christo M - Apr 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
3/5
Service
4/5
Location
5/5
Safety
4/5
Value for money
5/5
Christo M
Family with teenagers

Goed!

Sien die sterre hieronder.

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Well!

See the stars below.

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Sydney S - Apr 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
4/5
Service
4/5
Location
4/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
4/5
Sydney S
With partner

Tipies soos ek as kind dit ervaar het.

Sien die sterre hieronder.

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Typical as I experienced it as a child.

See the stars below.

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Anton M - Aug 2014
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
3/5
Location
5/5
Safety
3/5
Value for money
3/5
Anton M
Individual traveller

Lyk baie interessant van buite af en vir een aand is dit goed vir slaapplek.

Die enkel "coach" kamer het 'n baie klein bed, nie vir groot, lang mans geskik nie. Toilet- en stortgeriewe word gedeel met ander "passasiers". Daar is 'n restaurant en kroeg, so gaste hoef nie ver te loop of ry vir kos- en kuierplek nie.

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Looks very interesting from the outside and for one night it is good for sleeping place.

The single "coach" room has a very small bed, not suitable for big, tall men. Toilet and shower facilities are shared with other "passengers". There is a restaurant and bar, so guests don't have to walk or drive far for food and entertainment.

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Bonita E - Nov 2013
Overall rating
Cleanliness
2/5
Service
2/5
Location
4/5
Safety
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Bonita E
Family with teenagers

Die Santos Express is pragtig en goed geleë.

Die Santos Express is goed geleë en veilig!

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The Santos Express is beautiful and well located.

The Santos Express is well located and safe!

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  • Capacity: 90 people
  • All ages welcome
  • Check-in: 15:00 to 22:00
    Check-out: 10:00
  • Address: Munro Road, Santos Beach, Mossel Bay, 6500, Western Cape
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