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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.

M
Melina
From
Canada
Everything The Big exceeded my expectations. Breakfast was always fresh and delicious, our private room was more than adequate and the location was perfect! It was so fun the meet other travelers visiting Cape Town and being able to make connections and go visiting together!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 956 reviews
Price from
US$75.80
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, 40 reviews
Price from
US$64.34
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.

P
Patricia
From
Chile
Great location! The hostel is very nice, the staff is very friendly and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,062 reviews
Price from
US$52.62
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.

P
Paulina
From
Namibia
The staffs are friendly breakfast is really good, very clean comfortable place to stay ,I will come back again and again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,722 reviews
Price from
US$41.04
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...

M
Mustafa
From
Turkey
Really clean hostel with good commodities. Private and shared room options. Really friendly and kind staff. Great tours available with an amazing guide called Phil. Lots of opportunities to meet other nice travelers. I definetly recommend a stay here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,144 reviews
Price from
US$72.55
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.

f
ferreroismael
From
Norway
What like me the most was Kille G and his fantastic music!!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,391 reviews
Price from
US$42.09
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
Tabea Odibo
From
Switzerland
The moment i walked in i felt soo much light and xomfort the staff is so welcoming and extremely funny you really can see that everybody feels so good so much good energyy ! Thank you Sweet stay i’ll come again! And they are even getting updates 🏊‍♀️ (Tashriq - hottest man alive )
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews
Price from
US$68.99
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.

F
Fabian
From
Germany
Everything was impeccably clean, and the location in the heart of Sea Point was perfect. The cleaning staff were not only friendly but also highly trustworthy. A special mention goes to the hotel manager, Denicke, who was exceptionally professional and remarkably kind. I will come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 273 reviews
Price from
US$277.70
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.

K
Katja
From
Slovenia
Choosing to stay at this hostel was a great decision! As a solo traveler, I was happy to meet new friends—locals, returning guests who keep coming back to enjoy their holidays in Cape Town, and some young travelers. Everyone was incredibly helpful with information, but Daniele, who works in the office, is truly amazing—so kind and always ready to help. People adore her; sometimes they even line up just to have a small chat with her! It truly felt like a home away from home. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews
Price from
US$72.39
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.

L
Lilli
From
Germany
Great location, clean rooms and kitchen, also great for traveling alone (they offer a lot), friendly staff, music from the bars below ends at midnight
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 757 reviews
Price from
US$63.53
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 5.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,391 reviews

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

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$40.92 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$32.15 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$46.77 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$75.24 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$49.69 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$79.56 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 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$69.98 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, 117 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, 134 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$81.85 per night
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.

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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Avg. price/night: US$60.51
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,391 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$69.98
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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.
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Margherita
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$118.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 956 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$69.98
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
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
Avg. price/night: US$93.54
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,062 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