Budget Hostels from S$86

By staying at a hostel, you can spend less on lodging and save more of your money for exploring during your stay.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including low prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

Still deciding where to stay in Makhanda? This hostel is popular: Blue Skies Backpackers - You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and free parking, as well as a bar. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually February and January, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 16°C. Average annual precipitation for Makhanda is 485 mm.

Depending on what interests you, you might like to discover these things around Makhanda. Get out into nature with places such as African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve, Kwandwe Private Game Reserve and Lalibela Game Reserve. Cultural attractions include Albany History Museum Complex, Albany Natural Science Museum and Amazwi South African Museum of Literature. Additional attractions include Rhodes University, 1820 Settlers National Monument and Cathedral of St. Michael and St. George.