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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.

S
Stefanie
From
Austria
Best hostel ever!! Quiet & safe neighborhood, clean, quiet, gorgeous pool area and garden. Cosy beds and the softest sheets! And the community, loved the family feeling with the fellow guests and trips together. Would def stay again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 957 reviews
Price from
US$74.96
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, 42 reviews
Price from
US$63.63
1 night, 2 adults

Long Street Backpackers

Cape Town CBD, Cape Town

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.

D
Darren
From
Namibia
From the moment you step through the door, you'll be swept up in the electric atmosphere of this hostel. The vibes here are infectious, and the energy is palpable. It's like a never-ending party where fellow travelers become instant friends. Whether you're an extrovert or an introvert, you'll find your place in this vibrant community.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,062 reviews
Price from
US$52.04
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.

S
Steven McIntire
From
United States
Breakfast is helpful, saves time and money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,717 reviews
Price from
US$40.58
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...

L
Lucia
From
Slovakia
I cannot say anything negative. I really enjoyed the stay, people, rooms, facilities, the pub! I will come back when I'm again in Cape town ;)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,144 reviews
Price from
US$71.75
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.

D
Daphna
From
Israel
Beautiful and comfortable private rooms, friendly and generous staff, good bar and breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,394 reviews
Price from
US$41.63
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...

H
Hedwik
From
Germany
Sweet Stay was lovely, such a modern hostel. Everyone is so nice as well. I stayed in the Female Dorm, beds were comfy and soft, and I could sleep nicely, no noise, nothing. The communal bathrooms are very nice too, super modern and has a basin and toilet and shower all in one, plus I got a bath robe upon arrival, which was pretty cool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
US$68.23
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.

K
Kevin
From
United Kingdom
Facilities were great and staff were friendly.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
Price from
US$274.65
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.

F
Fady
From
Egypt
amazing place, very clean, great location, everything you need is just 2 or 3 minutes away from you, restaurant, cafes, bars, supermarkets, bus stations, very close to table mountain and lions head. kitchen is fully equipped to cook whatever you want. toilets and showers are always clean and they have 4 toilets and 4 showers so you will never need to use any of them and find them all occupied, there is always availability. Staff and owner are the best, so friendly and very welcoming and very very helpful, whatever you need they will help you and do there best to assist you, you will always feel like home there. Also what i really like about them is how they keep orders and rules so if you met other annoying, disrespectful or naughty guest they will sort it out with him. Highly recommend it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 444 reviews
Price from
US$71.59
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.

F
Fungisai
From
United Kingdom
Lovely stay and Peter at reception was so helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 758 reviews
Price from
US$62.84
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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,394 reviews

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, 977 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$42.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.8
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

Boasting a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, Kimberly Backpacker Hotel is set in the centre of Cape Town, 3.2 km from Robben Island Ferry.

From US$40.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 151 reviews

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

From US$31.80 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$46.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 137 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$74.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 733 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$49.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 655 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$78.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 509 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$69.21 per night

Save money on hostels in Cape Town and nearby – budget options available

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 4.7
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 118 reviews

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

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

Table Mountain Inn

Cape Town
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 133 reviews

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Table Mountain Inn is located in the centre of Cape Town, 2.7 km from Robben Island Ferry.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews

House on the Hill is an eco-conscious, owner managed guest house located in Green Point, Cape Town, just 1 km from the V&A Waterfront. Tours including skydiving and shark cage diving can be arranged.

From US$80.95 per night
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...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Salt River district of Cape Town, The Urban Hostel is 4 km from CTICC.

From US$28.19 per night

Forest Hill Backpackers

Cape Town
Budget options available

Situated in Cape Town, 6.1 km from CTICC, Forest Hill Backpackers features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a garden.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,394 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 445 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 957 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 445 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
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,065 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