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THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers

Green Point, Cape Town

THE BIG is a newly renovated Luxury Hostel in Green Point, Cape Town and is the first of its kind.

A
Alexandra
From
Germany
We felt like home indeed. All started with a hearty welcome and the breakfast talks were just nice. Staff gave very helpful tips and safety recommendations so we had a perfect stay. Even during cold days, the electric blankets give you a good sleep.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 972 reviews
Price from
US$51.47
1 night, 2 adults

Soul Fam Hostel - LGBTQ Inclusive

Green Point, Cape Town

Soul Fam Hostel - LGBTQ Inclusive features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Cape Town.

J
Jose M
From
Spain
The staff is simply amazing, approachable and incredibly nice. They are helpful, caring and giving the best service for clients. They will help you with recommendations, directions and they are happy to make your stay the best possible. Laundry service is cheap and quick. Nice breakfast. Lovely house, facilities, kitchen, garden and common areas. Incredible location at Greenpoint, close to Waterfront; Best place to stay at Cape Town.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
Price from
US$67.17
1 night, 2 adults

91 Loop Boutique Hostel

Cape Town CBD, Cape Town

Located in the city centre of Cape Town, 91 Loop is just a stroll away from Long Street and Green Market Square.

E
Eva
From
Norway
Home away from home with amazing staff that went out of their way to assist in any way possible. Would definetely recommend 👍
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,721 reviews
Price from
US$40.94
1 night, 2 adults

Never at Home Green Point

Green Point, Cape Town

Welcome to never@home, where accommodation meets adventure! Our Green Point hostel is ideally located within a short walking distance from the famous V&A Waterfront which is jam packed with tourist...

D
Dennis
From
Saudi Arabia
I like the room and the hostel's location. Restaurants and shops are nearby. All the staff were very helpful, friendly, and accommodating with requests and questions. The bar and the food within the hostel is amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,158 reviews
Price from
US$72.59
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Viva Cape Town

Gardens, Cape Town

Villa Viva is a Guest House, a fresh, innovative social business, meeting and networking platform to share and express creative work, social projects and celebrating life.

R
Ranvir
From
Canada
Appreciated the friendliness of the staff at reception and at breakfast!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,418 reviews
Price from
US$42.11
1 night, 2 adults

SweetStay - Kloof Street

Gardens, Cape Town

Located in Cape Town and with Robben Island Ferry reachable within 3.6 km, SweetStay - Kloof Street provides concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property...

T
Tina
From
Australia
Absolutely faultless - the best hostel I've stayed at. All the staff were exceptional, but a special shout out to Richard and Chris. These guys especially made it a sweet stay; so warm, friendly and helpful ❣️ The location was ideal, premises immaculate and exceedingly clean, great facilities and very nice vibe. Everything was wonderful 👍😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
US$69.02
1 night, 2 adults

Foools Inn - Trendy Rooms available in the Heart of Sea Point!

Sea Point, Cape Town

Situated in Cape Town, 700 metres from Sunset Beach, Foools Inn - Trendy Rooms available in the Heart of Sea Point! features accommodation with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

C
Chifumba
From
Zambia
Checked in so late but Denicke was around to welcome us. She is very professional and attentive. Decorated our room with beautiful roses for our anniversary celebration (an extra treat for sure). One of the stand out features was the location. Nestled in a vibrant neighborhood of Sea Point, we had easy access to shops and attractions. The views were stunning. Excellent parking area. Good internet. If you are planning to visit Cape Town and wish to stay in Sea Point, I highly recommend this place. You will have unforgettable experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews
Price from
US$277.84
1 night, 2 adults

Zebra Crossing Backpacker

Gardens, Cape Town

Set in Cape Town, 3.1 km from Robben Island Ferry, Zebra Crossing Backpacker offers accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

T
Townsend
From
Germany
Location is king! Really great base to explore Cape Towns many treasures!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews
Price from
US$72.43
1 night, 2 adults

Never at Home Kloof Street

Gardens, Cape Town

Welcome to never@home, where accommodation meets adventure! Our Kloof Street hostel is perfectly positioned, with restaurants, bars, parks, and shops within walking distance.

w
wika.
From
Poland
Super friendly staff, nice common area and fully equipped kitchen, cool events / activities every day. Localization is good, a lot nice restaurants and shops are in walkable distance. Good wifi
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 758 reviews
Price from
US$63.57
1 night, 2 adults

Ashanti Lodge Backpackers

Gardens, Cape Town

A Victorian mansion style establishment hosts the Ashanti Lodge Backpackers. Located close to the foot of Table Mountain, the wooden sun deck and the garden of the hostel offer views of the landscape....

d
darren
From
United Kingdom
Staff were extremely helpful, shared bathrooms were clean and plentiful. Always hot water. Rooms were a bit tired but bedding was clean and regularly changed. Kitchen was useful although ruined by the usual idiot gen z's incapable of washing their dishes. Overall a very nice hostal.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews
Price from
US$59.66
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Save money on hostels in Cape Town and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,086 reviews

Located on iconic Long Street in the Cape Town City Centre, Long Street Backpackers is a party hostel with convenient features such as BBQ facilities, a sun terrace, and communal social areas.

From US$93.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

Conveniently located in Cape Town, M&B Backpackers offers air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

From US$32.17 per night

Located in Cape Town, 2.1 km from Robben Island Ferry, M and B MotherCity Backpackers features air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

From US$26.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Situated in Cape Town, within 3.6 km of V&A Waterfront and 1.8 km of CTICC, 61 on Wale Backpackers features accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$46.79 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

Featuring barbecue facilities, CURIOCITY Kloof Street is located in Cape Town in the Western Cape region, 4.7 km from Table Mountain and 5.2 km from V&A Waterfront.

From US$75.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 726 reviews

Big Blue Backpackers is located in Green Point and within 10 minutes' walk from the famous V&A Waterfront. The Victorian mansion offers free WiFi connection, and it has an outdoor swimming pool.

From US$58.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 632 reviews

Nestled between Table Mountain and Three Anchor Bay, A Sunflower Stop is next to Cape Town’s Green Point Common.

From US$73.12 per night

MoTown by Mojo

Sea Point, Cape Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 653 reviews

Centrally located in Sea Point, MoTown offers free WiFi throughout and is just a 5-minute walk from the Mojo Market. The Sea Point Promenade and beach is 500 metres away.

From US$79.60 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.2
Poor - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

Well located in the Cape Town CBD district of Cape Town, City view lodge is located 3.4 km from V&A Waterfront, 1.8 km from CTICC and 6.2 km from Table Mountain.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.6
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews

Set in Cape Town, 3.4 km from V&A Waterfront, City view BackPakers Capetown features views of the mountain.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Conveniently situated in the Salt River district of Cape Town, 336 Victoria street Woodstock Capetown is situated 5.4 km from Robben Island Ferry, 7.2 km from V&A Waterfront and 8.6 km from...

From US$24.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

Set in Cape Town, 4 km from CTICC, 336 on Victoria Backpackers offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Cape Town and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 972 reviews

Located within a heritage building with Victorian style architecture, Urban Hive Backpackers is set on buzzing Long Street in central Cape Town. Free WiFi is available throughout.

From US$43.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 499 reviews

Located in the heart of Observatory in Cape Town, a lively student area, Green Elephant Backpackers offers budget accommodation. It features an outdoor pool and barbecue facilities.

From US$58.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 70 reviews

Located in Cape Town and with Blouberg Beach reachable within 500 metres, Serenity Shores Backpackers provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

From US$40.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Situated in Cape Town, 400 metres from Blouberg Beach, Surfhostel Cape Town features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. 17 km from CTICC...

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Avg. price/night: US$68.44
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,418 reviews
Felt very safe here! There was 24/7 security guards, and they were very nice, just like all the other staff at this hostel. The staff organised a transfer from the airport to hostel for me. This is definitely one of the best hostels I’ve ever stayed in! Easy to make friends; spacious dorm beds with privacy curtains; and in a good location, with a Woolworths within walking distance.
Guest review by
Emily
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$73.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews
I don't even know where to start, but this is the best hostel I have ever been to. The staff is super nice, my room was super clean, they had enough bathrooms that I felt like I had my own, and their tour office has such a nice selection of activities at a reasonable price. Being a solo traveler, I felt safe and well treated, if not protected. Thank you for making my trip unforgettable.
Guest review by
Margherita
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$102.36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 972 reviews
Best hostel I have been at so far. Nice design that feels like home. I felt safe 24/7 in this property and neighborhood. It is great for solo traveler as you might meet other people like you. The staff is amazing - kudos to you! Thank you for making my stay incredible! :)
Guest review by
Manuela
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$73.91
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews
Nice general vibe, closed patio, kitchen available, hostel is rather cheap but rooms are also *very* basic in standard. Very close, may be 200 m, to main street with shops and restaurants. Nice and helpful owners. Reasonable WiFi. Good safety, everything behind double doors.
Guest review by
Janusz
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$93.59
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,086 reviews
I just had a wonderful stay at Longstreet backpackers. If you are looking for a safe, cozy and friendly place, this hostel and its amazing staff will deliver in abundance. Special shout out to Sofia and Kaya, hurry up and you might enjoy an extra dose of fun in a karaoke night with this beautiful pair of globetrotters.
Guest review by
Joaquin
Solo traveller