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Hermanus Backpackers & Budget Accommodation

Westcliff, Hermanus

Hermanus Backpackers & Budget Accommodation offers accommodation close to the centre in Hermanus. It has an outdoor pool, TV lounge and billiard table. Situated in a peaceful neighbourhood we provide a relaxed peaceful space for you to enjoy your activities and our beautiful town. Great location, frendly staff, full equipment kitchen. Nice dorm. Good common area. Wifi fast & good .close to stores & restaurant

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9.1
Wonderful
1,474 reviews
Price from
$19
per night

THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers

Green Point, Cape Town

Free parking is available, a tour desk can help to organise any day excursions and an airport shuttle at a charge. THE BIG is centrally located just a 5 minutes' walk to V&A Waterfront and Sea Point Promenade, The BIG offers a choice of modern private room or dormitory room accommodation. It features a pool, braai facilities and free Wi-Fi and a free breakfast. Very friendly, nice decoration. Like family stay with people from other places, countries.

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9
Wonderful
753 reviews
Price from
$41
per night

theLAB Backpackers

Franschhoek

TheLAB Backpackers is situated in Franschhoek, 800 metres from Hugenot Monument and 1.3 km from Franschhoek Art House. The property is located 32 km from Stellenbosch University, 37 km from Jonkershoek Nature Reserve and 50 km from Helderberg Village Golf Club. The property is non-smoking and is set 29 km from Boschenmeer Golf Course. Good location - wlaking distance to the main street / restaurants

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9.2
Wonderful
5 reviews
Price from
$57
per night

@ Rosie's

Bloubergstrand

Situated in Bloubergstrand, 500 metres from Blouberg Beach, @ Rosie's features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Located around 18 km from CTICC, the hostel with free WiFi is also 19 km away from Robben Island Ferry. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a tour desk and currency exchange for guests. Best accommodation for kite surfers and surfers in general. Rosie is a wonderful host. She will make sure that you feel at home, and helps plan your stay and day to day activities if asked. The accommodation is walking distance from kite beach, less than 5 min walk.

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9.6
Exceptional
16 reviews
Price from
$35
per night

91 Loop Boutique Hostel

City Bowl, Cape Town

With minimalistic and modern design, the hostel offers en-suite private and dormitory rooms as well as a unique air-conditioned pod accommodation. Features include extra long beds, reading lights, electric plugs and lockable storage space. Linen and towels are provided. Almost all it was great. Breakfast was perpact.

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8.2
Very Good
2,456 reviews
Price from
$14
per night

Never at Home Green Point

Green Point, Cape Town

The property offers modern, private rooms or dormitory accommodation. Most rooms have an en-suite bathroom while others share a communal bathroom. Each room is air-conditioned and the dormitories are fitted with bunk beds, international charging points, a compartment locker and reading lights on each bed. I liked the help of the staff. They are talkative and friendly. Always ready to help even after the check-out

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8.7
Excellent
1,140 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

Table Mountain Inn

City Bowl, Cape Town

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, Table Mountain Inn is located in the centre of Cape Town, 2.6 km from Robben Island Ferry. The property is around 3.8 km from V&A Waterfront, 6 km from CTICC and 6.1 km from Table Mountain. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

At the hostel each room comes with a desk and a shared bathroom. It was just after the busy period when I stayed so quiet - which was nice. The few people I met briefly were lovely. The manager very kind and efficient. Security at the entrance was very friendly and very helpful.

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8.1
Very Good
116 reviews
Price from
$38
per night

Wilderness Beach House Backpackers Lodge

Wilderness Beach, Wilderness

Situated in Wilderness, 200 metres from Wilderness Beach, Wilderness Beach House Backpackers Lodge features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a bar. Located around 16 km from Lakes Area National Park, the hostel with free WiFi is also 18 km away from George Golf Club. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen. The bunk beds have ocean view! Very close to the cave and 10-15 min walk to the village. Very nice vibe, nice staff - the pizza is cheap and good

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8.5
Very Good
397 reviews
Price from
$16
per night

Zzzone Boutique Hostel

Hermanus City-Centre, Hermanus

Zzzone Boutique Hostel is attractively located in Hermanus, and features a shared lounge and free WiFi. Boasting a sun terrace, this property is situated near attractions such as Old Harbour. Mt Hebron Nature Reserve is 27 km from the hostel and Kleinmond Golf Course is 34 km away. Perfect location in Hermanus, very clean and staff were very helpful

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8.8
Excellent
244 reviews
Price from
$45
per night

Zebra Crossing Backpacker

City Bowl, 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. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a tour desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is 4.4 km from V&A Waterfront, and within 800 metres of the city centre. Lots of space. Good value for money.

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8.4
Very Good
425 reviews
Price from
$20
per night

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