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THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers, hotel in Cape Town

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

Great place ! Very comfy beds, nice decoration, super clean… location is great to explore the city easily. But the best at The BIG is the staff ! Amazingly friendly and helpful, they made sure our stay was the most comfortable and best possible :)
Scored 9.1
9.1
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
651 reviews
Price from
$76.80
1 night, 2 adults
Never at Home Green Point, hotel in Cape Town

Located in the trendy suburb of Green Point, never@home is a 5-star hostel located within 2625 feet of the Cape Town Stadium and 0.6 mi from the V&A Waterfront.

Everything, the location, your staff it was perfect
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,156 reviews
Price from
$74.98
1 night, 2 adults
91 Loop Boutique Hostel, hotel in Cape Town

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

The property and the staff was nice and accommodating. They prepared breakfast for us on the day we were leaving early. They also saved the parking spot for us at the front door and watched out car for us!!!
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
2,305 reviews
Price from
$45.68
1 night, 2 adults
Zebra Crossing Backpacker, hotel in Cape Town

Located in Cape Town, 2 miles from Robben Island Ferry, Zebra Crossing Backpacker has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

Very clean and close to attractions, very friendly staff
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very Good
393 reviews
Price from
$53.90
1 night, 2 adults
A Sunflower Stop Backpackers, hotel in Cape Town

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

Easily accessible
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
735 reviews
Price from
$43.40
1 night, 2 adults
Long Street Backpackers, hotel in Cape Town

Located on bustling Long Street in the Cape Town City Center, Longstreet Backpackers features BBQ facilities and sun terrace. Free WiFi is available.

The girls
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
988 reviews
Price from
$12.71
1 night, 2 adults
Never at Home Kloof Street, hotel in Cape Town

Located on the vibrant Kloof Street. Offering free Wi-Fi, it is 1640 feet from De Waal Park and 1.2 mi from the Castle of Good Hope. Kloof Street offers single beds in dorms with a shared bathroom.

Absolutely fantastic location and extremely helpful staff. Wonderful view of Table Mountain from the spotlessly clean room.
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very Good
699 reviews
Price from
$44.59
1 night, 2 adults
House on the Hill, hotel in Cape Town

House on the Hill is an eco-conscious, owner managed guest house located in Green Point, Cape Town, just 0.6 mi from the V&A Waterfront. Tours including skydiving and shark cage diving can be...

Very close to soccer stadium. Quiet location
Scored 8.8
8.8
Rated excellent
Excellent
336 reviews
Price from
$68.08
1 night, 2 adults
Serenity Shores Backpackers, hotel in Cape Town

Located in Cape Town and with Blouberg Beach reachable within a 6-minute walk, Serenity Shores Backpackers provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Great place . Great staff. safe and close to everything one would need regards vern
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very Good
30 reviews
Price from
$35.74
1 night, 2 adults
Urban Hive Backpackers, hotel in Cape Town

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.

I liked everything about Urban Hive. Friendly and helpful staff. Clean facilities. I stayed in a room and haven't been in the dorms yet. The rooms are spacious and clean. With a mirror and sink. And a desk and fan. The bedding is soft and the door could either open completely or just a little to let in air. They have a lot of stairs, so if you have a heavy bag. It might be a challenge, but the staff offered to help with my luggage. The sharee kitchen was clean with something of everything you might need to make food. There is even space in the fridge and there is cupboard space too. Just mark your items. The shared toilet. And the shared shower. Both spacious and clean. The city is loud for most of the night. Which wasn't a problem for me and if you enjoy the hustle and bustle for the city it won't be a problem for you.
Scored 7.2
7.2
Rated good
Good
987 reviews
Price from
$49.93
1 night, 2 adults
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  • THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 651 reviews

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

    Confortable bed, good location, staff really helpfull!

  • 91 Loop Boutique Hostel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 2,305 reviews

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

    The breakfast was amazing and the staff super friendly

  • Never at Home Green Point
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,160 reviews

    Located in the trendy suburb of Green Point, never@home is a 5-star hostel located within 2625 feet of the Cape Town Stadium and 0.6 mi from the V&A Waterfront.

    The place is so clean and the staff was very friendly

  • Zebra Crossing Backpacker
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 393 reviews

    Located in Cape Town, 2 miles from Robben Island Ferry, Zebra Crossing Backpacker has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

    So relaxed and peaceful. Always a good atmosphere.

  • Long Street Backpackers
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 988 reviews

    Located on bustling Long Street in the Cape Town City Center, Longstreet Backpackers features BBQ facilities and sun terrace. Free WiFi is available.

    The family culture that evolves in the property is priceless

  • Never at Home Kloof Street
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 699 reviews

    Located on the vibrant Kloof Street. Offering free Wi-Fi, it is 1640 feet from De Waal Park and 1.2 mi from the Castle of Good Hope. Kloof Street offers single beds in dorms with a shared bathroom.

    Lovely stay and Peter at reception was so helpful.

  • Ashanti Lodge Backpackers
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 259 reviews

    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.

    It’s in a safe area and the property is very clean

  • A Sunflower Stop Backpackers
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 735 reviews

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

    Everything, very good vibes and a nice place to stay in capetown!

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Cape Town

  • SweetStay - Kloof Street
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Well located in the center of Cape Town, SweetStay - Kloof Street provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

  • House on the Hill
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 336 reviews

    House on the Hill is an eco-conscious, owner managed guest house located in Green Point, Cape Town, just 0.6 mi from the V&A Waterfront.

    freedom felt in the House. allowance of home feeling.

  • Serenity Shores Backpackers
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 30 reviews

    Located in Cape Town and with Blouberg Beach reachable within a 6-minute walk, Serenity Shores Backpackers provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    Great location. Very clean. Everyone very friendly and helpful.

  • Table Mountain Inn
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 78 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Table Mountain Inn is located in the center of Cape Town, 1.6 miles from Robben Island Ferry.

    Great location, friendly staff and great facilities

  • CURIOCITY Green Point
    Scored 7.6
    7.6
    Rated good
    Good
     · 462 reviews

    Located in Cape Town, a 12-minute walk from Three Anchor Bay Beach, CURIOCITY Green Point provides accommodations with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    Beautiful, clean and the staff 10/10 for service.

  • M&B Backpackers
    Scored 7.4
    7.4
    Rated good
    Good
     · 28 reviews

    Located conveniently in the center of Cape Town, M&B Backpackers has air-conditioned rooms, a fitness center, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    The paint and the color scheem..the owners are very welcoming

  • Urban Hive Backpackers
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 987 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.

    No breakfast it's a self catering backpackers

  • CURIOCITY Kloof Street
    Scored 7.3
    7.3
    Rated good
    Good
     · 9 reviews

    Located in Cape Town and within 2.9 miles of Table Mountain, CURIOCITY Kloof Street features barbecue facilities, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Big Blue Backpackers
    Scored 7.2
    7.2
    Rated good
    Good
     · 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.

    La proximité des commerces la gentillesse de la patronne

  • MoTown by Mojo
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 794 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 1640 feet away.

    The location was perfect for me, next to the beach.

  • Green Elephant Backpackers
    Scored 6.5
    6.5
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 531 reviews

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

    All the Facilities iro The Kitchen. All Utensils Available

  • Kimberly Backpacker Hotel
    Scored 6.1
    6.1
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 55 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, a restaurant as well as a bar, Kimberly Backpacker Hotel is located in the center of Cape Town, 2 miles from Robben Island Ferry.

    Ottima posizione e Personale gentile. Consigliato al 100%

FAQ about hostels in Cape Town

Hostels that guests love in Cape Town

  • Avg. price/night: $229.77
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 373 reviews
    Great location a couple of minutes' walk from the beach Comfortable, clean, corner room with private balcony and fantastic views of beach and mountains Private secure parking Huge comfortable bed Safe area Easy cheap Uber ride to Cape Town
    Kevin
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $63.83
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,270 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.
    Emily
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $63.22
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 393 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.
    Margherita
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $145.52
    Scored 9.1
    9.1
    Rated wonderful
    Wonderful
     · 651 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! :)
    Manuela
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $63.22
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 393 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.
    Janusz
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $299.55
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 2,039 reviews
    Great location, walking distance from a small mall with shops like dischem, clicks and Woolworths which are great for essentials. Heated pool and Spa are divine. Both restaurants serve really lovely food. rooms are spacious and clean, staff are very helpful. And the overall area is very safe, perfect place for tourist looking to visit capetown as everything is a cheap, Uber away.
    Deloris
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $74.89
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 988 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.
    Joaquin
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $63.22
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very Good
     · 393 reviews
    Nice staff. Central and safe locations with lots of restaurants and bars in walking distance. Clean rooms, decent breakfast for a backpackers hostel.
    Tim
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $45.33
    Scored 7.8
    7.8
    Rated good
    Good
     · 247 reviews
    We had the garden studio room. Technically everything we used "worked" and was functional. Good location. Also priced cheaply. So if you are traveling on a budget and need somewhere to crash for a night or two (similar to a hostel) then this is fine.
    D
    Daniel
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $83.01
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated excellent
    Excellent
     · 1,160 reviews
    One of the best hostels i have been, friendy staff, facilities and rooms look new, private car park (50 rand), the bed and the room were big. Great location, 15 mins walk from waterfront. Felt super safe. It has a bar/restaurant inside, good vibe. It has some areas for working. Excelent
    carlos
    Solo traveler

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