Zebra Crossing Lodge is a hostel in Cape Town, South Africa.
The Location
Zebra Crossing Lodge is located in Cape Town's city centre, only three minutes walking from Long Street, which is Cape Town's party street with many bars, restaurants, and clubs. Zebra Crossing Lodge is about two kilometres away from the long distance bus and railway station and the same distance from the foot of Table Mountain and Lion's Head. There is a parking facility next to the hostel. There are many sights worth seeing in walking distance from the hostel. Although it is close to Long Street, the area around the hostel is safe. When entering the hostel you need to pass two gates, which you can open with the code you get on arrival. Security at this hostel is very good.
Rooms and Bathrooms
Zebra Crossing Lodge offers both dorms and private rooms. Dorm rooms consists of comfortable bunk beds. Each bed has its own reading light and a locker is available for every guest. The rooms are spacious and cleaned every day. Even though the hostel is located next to a main road, noise from outside will not disturb your sleep. There are many bathrooms at the hostel and it is unlikely that you need to queue at any time of the day. The bathrooms are outside the bedrooms and spread over the hostel.
Common Spaces
Zebra Crossing Lodge has plenty of communal spaces. There is a lounge inside with couches and a TV where you can relax, a nice big seating area outside, a cafe where you can order drinks and some light food, and a kitchen where you can store and prepare your own food. There is also a reception where you can book activities and get your laundry done for a fee. Zebra Crossing Lodge is a social hostel with a pleasant vibe and it is easy to meet fellow travellers. It is a quieter hostel than those on Long Street and you can find travellers of all ages in this hostel, whereas guests in hostels on Long Street tend to be much younger.
Summary
Zebra Crossing Lodge is a pleasant hostel in Cape Town's city centre. It is a social hostel and offers a great value for money. Zebra Crossing is well located, comfortable and safe.
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How is Zebra Crossing Backpacker Lodge rated?
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Published on May 4, 2017
Description
Clean, quiet and friendly, Zebra Crossing is situated at the foot of Table Mountain in close vicinity to cafe's, cinemas, supermarkets and museums. Centrally located just up from trendy Kloof Street, 5 minutes walk from vibrant Long Street, 5 minutes by taxi from the Waterfront and Table Mountain Cableway and within easy reach of Cape Town's famous beaches.
Family friendly, we are considered to be one of the quieter hostels in Cape Town. Some of the rooms have good views of Table Mountain and facilities include leafy garden and courtyards with barbeque, fully equipped kitchen, Cafe' with internet access and the Blue Skies Travel Center for all travel arrangements. We provide comprehensive information, arrange airport transfers, inexpensive car hire and tours.
Established in 1993 Zebra Crossing is listed in various travel guides including Rough Guide and South African Handbook. Footprints South Africa list us in their top ten and 'Lets Go Recommends'.
Lonely Planet (2000 edition) say "A good piano and a good atmosphere. It's one of our favourites"
Location and Contact
Location
• 10 minutes walk from City Centre. Close to shops, restaurants, cinemas and night life. In easy reach of Waterfront, Beaches and Table Mountain Cableway.
• For directions contact us at zebracrossing@intekom.co.za or telephone/fax us at 27 21 4221265.
• Check out our our website at www.zebra-crossing.co.za
Map
Address: 82 New Church Street, Tamboerskloof, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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Phone Number:
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Facilities and Amenities
Digital Nomads
Family-Friendly Hostel
Older travelers (+50)
Quiet Rest
Solo Traveller
Bedsheets
Luggage Storage
Parking
Safe Deposit Box
Towels
Wi-Fi in Lobby/Commons
Wi-Fi in Rooms
Airport Pickup
Breakfast
Dinner
BBQ Grill
Bar
Book Collection/Exchange
Concierge/Info Desk
Food/Restaurant
Hot Showers
Kitchen
Laundry
Lounge Area
Movie Library/Rental
Outdoor Seating
Power Point/Sockets in Rooms
TV
Credit Card Payments
Entirely Non-Smoking
Lockers in Rooms
Wheelchair Accessible
Pet-Friendly
Service Animals
Genders: Males & Females
Max. Age: All Ages
Checkout: 11:00 (11 AM)
Curfew: No Curfew
Lockout: No
Maximum Stay: Unlimited
Minimum Stay: 1 night
Open Dates: All Year
Reception Hours: 08h00 - 20h00
Size: Medium (30-60 beds)
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