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HI - Cape Town - A Sunflower Stop Hostel
95%
Green Point
"The best place to stay in Cape Town! The people who work here are great! Yoda is crazy! And Sandy is a real darling! It's clean, has a nice kitchen, a refreshing pool, a great bar and the service is excellent. Don't bother looking for another place to live, THIS IS IT!!" … "I stayed at this hostel in 1997. I'm looking it up to tell a friend that they must stay here. It looks like it's still enjoyed to this day by the many travelers that are lucky enough to enter its doors." …...  more »
HI - Cape Town -The Backpack Hostel
93%
Tamboerskloof
"HI - Cape Town -The Backpack Hostel is Fair Trade-recognised (a trademark awarded to businesses that adhere to fair trade criteria; fair wages and working conditions; fair operations; purchasing and distribution of benefits; ethical business practices; and respect for human rights, culture, and the environment). This is the perfect base for your stay in Cape Town. The bar and restaurant regularly puts on backpacker evenings and the breakfast and snack menu (not included), is great! The...  more »
Hout Bay Backpackers
94%
"Clean, Friendly, and Laid Back! - Fantastic hostel, lovely staff, and very clean all the time. Great long stay rates because they do volunteer projects in the local area. Highly recommended!" … "… suits budget travellers wanting to explore Hout Bay (restaurants, harbour, beach, seal island, world of birds), discerning backpackers looking for a place from which to hike Table Mountain National Park or bike Chapman’s peak, surfers wanting to surf Llandudno and travellers interested...  more »
Atlantic Point Backpackers
94%
Greenpoint
"… Point backpackers’ is perfectly positioned at 1km (kilometre) from The Waterfront and 750m (metres) from the new Green Point Stadium. Atlantic Point is stylish, combining playful designs to awaken your senses. The brand new lodge has been built and furnished to the highest standard that caters for your every need. Come meet Tim and his friendly staff. Be prepared for the most relaxed and enjoyable hospitality in the heart of Cape Town. Experience the cutting edge changes taking...  more »
Zebra Crossing Lodge
90%
Tamboerskloof
"The zebra crossing is an idyll in a hectic city. If you are wanting peace and quiet with friendly guests and staff, then this is the place to come to. Situated under the gaze of Table Mountain and Lion's Head, the hostel has a mixture of dorms, singles, family rooms, and doubles. They are basic but comfortable and spacious. Security is tight and because it is a quieter hostel, you get to meet everyone quickly. There is a TV lounge, a well looked after kitchen with ample space for all...  more »
Cat & Moose Backpackers Lodge
90%
"The Cat & Moose is a very nice hostel located in a bright orange old house at the end of Long Street (meters away from its bars and locals but far enough not to hear the noise at night). There are many spacious common rooms, two TV lounges, chill out areas and a pool lounge. There is a sunny courtyard and a small in-house bar which serves eat-as-much-as-you-can continental breakfasts for only 5 rands. All the rooms are situated on the 1st floor (US "2nd floor") nestled around the common...  more »
Carnival Court Backpackers
89%
"Best Hostel to Stay in At Cape Town - TWO THUMPS UP!!! I write reviews rarely. But my stay at the Carnival Court has compelled me to write of my great experience with the location, the staff, the facilities, and the people who stay there. I could not have felt more welcomed and pleasantly accommodated throughout my stay in Cape Town. I like to call this backpackers lodge "Hostel Chic." It was designed with style, love, and care. It is a new building, and the cleanliness is reflected in that....  more »
33 South Boutique Backpackers
91%
Observatory
"… neighbourhood. So, you don?t have to travel far to experience the magic of our city! Whether you choose to spend the night in an extra-sized bed in District 6, the colourful Bo-kaap, Khayalitsha Shack chic or the cool and breezy Kalk bay room (amongst others) Cindy, Kim and the rest of the friendly staff will make sure you feel at home in this spacious Victorian house. At the reception you?ll not only find a selection of tours, activities and great music, but also insider-info on...  more »
Cape Town Deco Lodge
90%
Woodstock
"I came to visit my sister who had been staying here for a number of weeks. The people were so amazingly friendly it was unbelievable. No place is like this in the way they welcome you almost like you'd been close friends for years. You have to check out the wall were people have left their own little stamp on the place." … "… home away from home - a place to meet interesting local and international visitors, many of whom stay for extended periods of time. We are your...  more »
Obviouzly Armchair Backpackers & Pub
90%
Observatory
"… lounge, enjoy the outside cafe area, or be entertained in our vibe 'old school pub' with unique features, eclectic décor and amazing music. Whilst relaxing in your favorite armchair or sitting around the bar watching live sport you can enjoy local dishes from our restaurant or chat to the locals and travelers. We offer a welcoming free drink on arrival, friendly service, 24 hour security, internet access, transport, tours, in-house events and many more great offers. Our rooms are...  more »
Penthouse on Long
89%
"… the hostel where you will be able to chill out in our roof top,relax with some fellow backpackers in our tv lounge or crawl into your individually decorated room for perfect peace and quiet. A good nights sleep is guaranteed. Expect market leading quality in our rooms and facilities, as well as up-to-date info on many tours, hot spots and local events. No flaky rundown rooms, no broken and unusable facilities, and friendly helpful service. We want to show you the beauty of South...  more »
Green Elephant Backpackers
87%
Observatory
"I spent one month at the Green Elephant, after bouncing around Cape Town looking for a safe, affordable place to stay. I absolutely loved living at the GE. The staff work hard to develop a sense of community around the hostel, but you can take or leave it as you please. The space is kept extremely clean and I always felt secure. I would definitely recommend the GE! Hi DEFA!" … "I spent two weeks at GE and i found it lovely 'cause i had everything i wanted. Bet on GE." … "…...  more »
SaltyCrax Backpackers & Surflodge
88%
Table View
"Great place! Very nice place to stay. And cool staff!!! Would definitely book again!" … "We offer 4 star accomodation in a safe and easily accessible area. We have a variety of different rooms that cater to the budget traveler. We have all the facilities any traveler would need from an internet cafe to a jacuzzi to relax those traveling muscles. Saltycrax back packers is a five minute walk from the beach,shopping centres,restaurants,transport terminals and rolling distance from bars...  more »
Forty8 Backpackers Hotel
88%
"… STREET' is just 50m up the road. You won't find trendier cheap accommodation near Cape Town's hotspots than our comfortable backpackers hotel. This is what backpacking and travelling is about! Our backpackers hotel is newly renovated and innovative. We focus on great service, a clean space, safety and a friendly attitude. We are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with everything you could need inside. We have a snack bar, internet access (including Wi-Fi), a TV room , laundry...  more »
Cape Town Backpackers
83%
Tamboerskloof
"We spent Christmas in this adorable place in a quiet part of Cape Town, WOW! After an exhausting 12 hour flight I was so happy to find this marvelous place! Our en-suite room was quite luxurious! Really great! And the staff is very friendly as well!" … "STAY HERE - This place is amazing, great fun, friendly, the staff are the best in any hostel I've ever stayed in. I stayed in a dorm and you could see table mountain when you were brushing your teeth. Thanks guys for a great time and I...  more »
Backpackers District Six
84%
(On the corner of Constitution)
"AMAZING! - Staff is super great, they take the time to make sure you're enjoying your trip and even help out with the booking of day tours (such as Safari, Wine Tours, Cheetah petting). There's a bar on the first level where very friendly locals often hang out, great opportunity for those wanting to get immersed in South African culture! Also very close to Long Street and V&A Waterfront (walking distance). You can't go wrong with the District 6 backpackers!" … "… Great meals are...  more »
Kimberley Hotel Backpackers
83%
"… town and the Waterfront to one of the oldest working hotels in Cape Town. As well as specializing in large group bookings, we also have various options available for budget conscious travelers. Be advised that we have a vibrant atmosphere which may be noisy for some We operate as and International Backpackers Our accommodation establishments offer a wide range of services including full cooked breakfasts, internet terminals, Wi-Fi, airport pick up and drop-off, laundry...  more »
Riverlodge Backpackers
82%
Oude Molen Villagè
"Awesome - I really enjoyed my stay here, was looking for a serene place on the outskirts of the heavy bustle of the city life and I found it. Can't wait to come to South Africa again!!" … "… as Habitat For Humanity, ect. We offer a range of accommodation: 2 bed, 4 bed, doubles and family rooms. Configuration of sleeping facilities can be adapted to specific needs. Bazz / Backpackers bus route pickups Our talented, resourceful, friendly staff will ensure that both your...  more »
Anzac Backpackers
81%
Gardens
"… own meals in your own fully appointed kitchen and lounge area or check out the specials from our own menu, the choice is yours! We also have internet in our lounge area, as well as ample parking. Meet locals as well as other travellers over a game of pool. We can also organise Wine Tours, Cape Point Tours, Shark Cage Diving, Whale Watching, Sky Diving, Pub Crawls plus much more all at rates better than you can find yourself. Welcome to the newest and funkiest Backpackers in Cape...  more »
Blue Mountain Backpackers
78%
"… whether it be booking day tours or overlands, car rental, BazBus tickets, or exchanging foreign currency or phoning a taxi or airport shuttle. Museums, Long Street Baths, restaurants, bars, city centre, Company Gardens are a few minutes' walk away and a 24-hour internet café is below us. Beaches or Table mountain are within easy reach via public transport. Here you can enjoy your holiday without having to hire a car. Drinks and cigarettes for sale. Free tea and coffee....  more »
Mountain Manor Back Packers Lodge
73%
Gardens
"This place had very nice people, and it's a wonderful place in the middle of everything. Special thanks to Johnathan for everything (I hope I spelled the name okay!). — Sabina and Gideon" … "It's a wonderfully eclectic place. The lodge is wholly unique. If you don't enter with an open mind, it may seem a bit strange. It's not a BUSINESS; it's special, it's for creative souls. I wish I'd never left. Please check it out, you won't regret it. It's a treat for the traveler." … "Great...  more »
Backpackers on Castle
73%
"It's quiet, friendly, cozy, and an excellent place to relax. Greg is a great guy, and if you are tired of the busy and hectic pace of travelling, or Cape Town's nightlife, then this is the ideal place to lay your head!!" … "… advice & bookings; full kitchen & laundry; clean linen & duvets; towels in private rooms; clean loos & hot showers; phone and fax access; satellite TV; breakfasts & home-cooked meals to order; free tea & coffee; cosy lounge with bar...  more »
Two Oceans Backpackers
73%
"While you have the luck of being smack in the middle of Cape Towns entertainment and sights, you also have the luxury of being towards the lower end of Long Street where you can still enjoy some peace and get a good night sleep. We have taken special care to think about our guests needs so you will find a well catered for environment to make your stay hassle free Note Reception open 9am TO 5pm Please email hostel to request later arrivals if not there will be no manager to check you in All...  more »
The Beach Lodge - Muizenberg
69%
Muizenberg
"… onto motorways leading in all directions. The lodge has a variety of accommodation. Our rooms are all spacious and consist of mini or maxi dorms, private seafacing single, double and twin rooms and standard rooms. The location is perfectly positioned for you to enjoy an unforgettable seaside holiday and is affordable enough to bring the whole family with you. 24hr reception Communal lounges DSTV Pool table Laundry room Fresh linen Towels on request No curfew or lockout Plenty of...  more »
Backpackers on High Level
49%
Greenpoint
"Awful - please do not come here! me and my four friends came to this hostel just arriving in south africa on our trip around the world! It is the worst backpackers i have ever stayed in! we returned on night to find that someone had been stabbed! Its more of a shelter for drug users and alcoholics than backpackers." … "… shark cage diving and sky diving. • Central quiet location • Stunning sea and harbor views • Lawn areas • Garden and Pool Area • 2 Braai Areas •...  more »
Amber Tree Lodge Backpackers
96%
Tamboerskloof
"… on foot is not your thing, then public transport is easily accessible. Amber Tree Lodge is close to the best restaurants and cafés Cape Town has to offer, as well as the centre of Cape Town's vibrant live music and entertainment venues. Cape Town's top tourism destinations are all within a short travelling distance from our doorstep. With magnificent, sweeping views of Table Mountain from our second-floor terrace, Amber Tree Lodge is the perfect base from which to create your...  more »
Eco Wave Lodge
92%
"… of the majestic views of the sea and the village. The house also has facilities for braais (barbeques) and a small garden to relax in. If you feel like cooking, two fully equipped kitchens are at the ready. In addition, the house offers a large living area fully equipped with TV, a pool table and comfortable couches. Unlimited internet usage is just 20 Rand per stay and a washing machine is available on request. The house offers 4-bed rooms, double and single rooms. All the rooms...  more »
Ashanti Lodge Gardens
88%
Gardens
"Ashanti Lodge hostel is located a 5-10 minute walk from Long Street, the centre of Cape Town. It takes about 45 minutes to walk to the Victoria & Albert waterfront, and 20 minutes to the train and bus stations. There is a security gate to enter the premises. At the entrance, the reception has three computers for internet access, two payphones, and a large travel information desk. The information desk is staffed on weekdays, which can book robben island trips, overland tours, whale-watching...  more »
HI - Cape Town - Afrique du Sud Hostel
87%
Sea Point
"Best backpackers I have ever been at. Dave is wonderful. I felt very safe and loved my room. Great location." … "This hostel is great. I stayed here a month and loved every minute of it. Dave, the owner, is full of advice, suggestions and information. He will book trips for you, and get you a great deal. The rooms are nice, clean and cosy, and I felt completely safe the whole time I was here. It's a definite must-stay in Cape Town, and it's one block from the beach!!" … "Nice...  more »
Big Blue Backpackers Lodge
83%
Green Point
"Big Blue Backpackers used to be a hotel. Although the exterior makes it suit a hostel more, the interior is certainly higher end than most hostels, and it has even kept the hotel feature of laying out tea cups and saucers on the side of the dining area, with tea and coffee facilities. It is in a safe area and also has a locked gate and CCTV. The Big Blue Hostel is in a residential area just off the main road which goes from the city to the beaches, with cafes and laundrettes nearby. It...  more »
33 South Boutique Lofts
84%
Observatory
"… Observatory's hustle and bustle. Stylishly themed after Cape Town's different neighborhoods, the Bohemian Lofts are perched above the Lower Main Road - Obs' very own 'Brunswick street' - and is the perfect way to spend a morning soaking up the Cape Town sun and people-watching. The linen is soft, the beds are comfy and free breakfast is included - it's the perfect place to call home for a while. We have a balcony where you can watch some amazing sunrises and sunsets and are...  more »
Cape Surf Hostel
80%
"… predominantly enjoyed outside and thus our pools, braai (barbeque) and chill-out areas are well situated between the houses. We the owners reside in the Cape Surf Hostel together with you! We have the necessary facilities available should your require to send and receive emails, faxes or make phone calls. If you require airport transfers or car hire, we will be happy to provide you with assistance. When planning trips and excursions around the Western Cape or further afield, we...  more »
African Heart Backpackers
79%
Observatory
"… bus or minibus taxi. Rooms are Afro-Chic designed, dorms, singles, double en-suites, quads available. From our reception we book a huge variety of activities, tours and overland trips. We know the Cape really well, and give you loads of advice for doing things abit off the beaten path as well as the more popular adventures. There's FREE WIFI internet and a FREE light breakfast each morning. The Lodge is run by a team of experienced traveller's and we are focussed on superior...  more »
Villekulla Easy Living Lodge
74%
Noordhoek Valley
"Villekulla Easy Living Lodge is owned and operated by a friendly Dutch couple, who are very helpful in providing information about the area and its attractions. It is clean and attractive, with pleasant scenic views and has a friendly, social atmosphere but is nevertheless reasonably quiet. It attracts many surfers but appeals to all interests and age groups. The Location Villekulla Easy Living Lodge is approximately five kilometers to the east of the seaside village of Kommetjie, popular...  more »
Cool Jazz Backpacker Hostel
71%
Sea Point
"… at the pavilion. Reaching the trendy and there-to-be-seen beaches of Clifton and Camps Bay is an easy walk or drive, and the city centre and V&A Waterfront are minutes away. About us Since the opening in December 2010 a young and motivated team is running the Cool Jazz Backpackers - everyday with pleasure and enthusiasm. Cool Jazz Backpackers offers nice rooms and comfortable surroundings. To afford an unforgetable residence, the Cool Jazz Team organizes several events, e.g....  more »
EKasie Backpackers
Not Yet Rated
Khayelitsha
"… bathrooms, of which one is equipped to care for visitors with mobility access needs, the other two rooms have separate bathroom. Soweto and Kwa Mashu are double rooms catering for those visitors who prefer a more comfortable accommodation like a B & B type. There is a communal dining and a sitting room, aptly called the "Chat Room", where visitors can exchange their travelling experiences. eKasie also have an entertainment area with a bar and a braaing area. We also have facilities...  more »
Bohemian Lofts Backpackers
Not Yet Rated
Observatory
"Our building - a former museum of contemporary art - is stunning. You will love its character, personality, looks and, yes, also it s functionality. Come experience our perfect-for-sunrise-watching and perfect-for-people-watching balcony: There are few streets as interesting as Lower Main Road. And then you may also be fascinated by some of our other building quirks such as our 30 feet high bathroom skylight - Too many to mention." … "… If you take the N2 highway from CPT Airport...  more »
Fat Pony Backpackers
Not Yet Rated
"… & internet *Rooms with own entrances * Rooms are shower ensuites with heating & bedlinens provided * Mixed Dormitory with bedlinens provided * Wine & beer available * Resident Punjabi Chef * * Free Airport Shuttle Meet & Greet * Lockable Lockers * Activities from horse riding- lessons & scenic Pony Trails to Tours & Mountain Bike Trails (bike hire available) * Pony Camps in school holidays * Delicious meals- home cooked to order choose from English, traditional South African and...  more »
Aardvark Backpackers
88%
Sea Point
"Fantastic; well, good. Very helpful staff, great facilities, and all round great value for money. Cheers, guys." … "Clean, easy parking. But I missed the hostel atmosphere since I was on my own in the flat!" … "Staying in a flat was a nice and quiet break after staying in noisy hostels. A good opportunity to visit another part of Cape Town." … "This is a great place to stay - friendly, approachable staff, and great facilities." … "In the heart of Sea Point on the Main Bus...  more »
City Slickers Backpackers Lodge
85%
"Great hostel. Warm and friendly. Clean single rooms, but without electricity plugs. It's within walking distance of the Long Street clubs. I had to park my car on the street at night. There is the Muslim call to the mosque in the morning, which can wake up light sleepers. You have to get your own breakfast." … "This place is a great service provided by Ursula. It has a lovely atmosphere with friendly guests." … "This is a great place to meet nice people, chill out, and trust in the...  more »
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