This Must Be Sheldon’s Paradise! A Gorgeous Vintage Train Was Turned Into A Hotel On South Africa’s Garden Route!
Traveling on train and stay a night on it is nothing new back then, but for the train lovers, it’s been a long time since we all aboard the vintage train carriages.
The last stop at a the idyllic beach resort of Mossel Bay, between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, is the spectacular Santos Express, made entirely out of old locomotive carriages.
This special hotel, which stands in view of the Outeniqua mountains, has a spectacular sea views to offer.
1. Trainspotters’ paradise:
Guests can stay in carriages on the blue train, in left of picture, while getting amazing views of Mossel Bay
2. On track:
The spectacular hostel overlooks Mossel Bay, on South Africa’s famous Garden Route
3. Firm favourite:
The Santos Express hostel is known among travellers simply as The Train
4. Room with a view:
A bed for the night can cost as little as £6 in the railway hostel, with spectacular vistas out to sea
5. Romantic hideaway:
Not all the rooms at the hostel are dorms, there are several options for couples
6. Splash out:
The hostel also has two suites in vintage carriages that have all the modcons
7. Soak it up:
The suites come with their own vintage bathrooms, complete with freestanding baths and quirky sink for washing
8. Cozy but comfortable sleeping quarters:
Private carriage on the Santos Express hostel features a double bed, wood paneling and vintage furniture
9. All aboard:
Guests arrive at Santos Express, parked in the idyllic Mossel Bay, half way between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth
10. Seaside location:
Enjoy a delicious breakfast while enjoying a view of the sea and the Outeniqua mountains in the background
11. At the heart of the famous Garden Route:
The unique hostel rests on Santos Beach, in between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth
Source: Dailymail.co.uk