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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. The place is simply amazing! It’s one of the best accommodations we had in South Africa. Jacqueline and Marco are incredibly nice and very helpful. The hostel and the room were very clean. We even extended our stay for an extra night. I can definitely recommend this place!

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9.1
Wonderful
1,490 reviews
Price from
$19
per night

Cape Agulhas BACKPACKERS

Struisbaai

Featuring a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, shared lounge and free WiFi, Cape Agulhas BACKPACKERS is set in Struisbaai, 400 metres from Struisbaai Main Beach and 1.4 km from Langezandt Beach. The property is located 7.3 km from Agulhas National Park, 31 km from Shipwreck Museum - Bredasdorp and 32 km from De Mond Nature Reserve. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, and organising tours for guests. We stayed in a separate unit which is across the road from the main building, and it was amazing - so spacious, clean and cute! I wish we stayed longer than 1 night

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9.2
Wonderful
213 reviews
Price from
$13
per night

Nothando Backpackers Lodge

Plettenberg Bay

Situated just a 15-minute walk from Central Beach, Nothando Backpackers Lodge features a garden, shared lounge area and fireplace for BBQs. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Nothando Backpackers Lodge is located only 500 metres from the Plettenberg Bay Central Business District, and 1 km from the Birds of Eden aviary. Plettenberg Bay Airport is 8 km away. It is a place to stay in Plettenberg. The owner is very sweet lady. She is very considerate and helpful. The place is clean and confortable, walking distance to everywhere. I really liked my time here and wished i stayed longer. I'd definately recommend.

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9.2
Wonderful
555 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. The Big is a beautiful hostel located in a quite and residential area of cape town, 5 minutes away from the center of the city. The room I was assigned was super clean, big enough and quiet. The personnel is amazingly friendly, in particular I loved Joceline's kind support and assistance provided throughout my stay! Would definitely recommend this accommodation if you are looking for a friendly and well-maintained hostel.

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9
Wonderful
804 reviews
Price from
$38
per night

Cozy Corner Backpackers

Langebaan

Located in Langebaan, 48 km from Columbine Nature Reserve, Cozy Corner Backpackers provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge. The property is around 4.3 km from Langebaan Golf Course, 17 km from West Coast Fossil Park and 19 km from Saldanha Harbour. Certain rooms at the property include a terrace with a garden view.

Vredenburg Golf Course is 22 km from the hostel, while Buffelsfontein Conference is 37 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 132 km from Cozy Corner Backpackers. Check in was easy and simple, I came quite late but it was still accomadated and I was able to get inside easily. The living area was nice and cozy, and the kitchen was clean and had all the essentials. The location is great as well

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9.6
Exceptional
12 reviews
Price from
$22
per night

Surfhostel Cape Town

Cape Town

Situated in Cape Town, 300 metres from Blouberg Beach, Surfhostel Cape Town features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. 17 km from CTICC and 19 km from Robben Island Ferry, the property provides a terrace and a bar. The accommodation offers evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

At the hostel, rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Certain rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. The rooms have a safety deposit box. great staff, good location, easy in/out security gate w/ code. They even let me store my kiteboard bag for a month, while traveling around Africa to come back and pick it up on my way out of capetown. A lifesaver, not dragging a kitebag around

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9.6
Exceptional
6 reviews
Price from
$51
per night

De Bos Backpackers

Montagu

Set in Montagu, less than 1 km from Hick's Art Gallery, De Bos Backpackers offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and barbecue facilities. The property is around 3.9 km from Montagu Golf Club, 22 km from Bonnievale Golf Club and 23 km from Myrtl Rigg Memorial Church. Free WiFi and a shared kitchen are featured.

The hostel offers a children's playground. Guests at De Bos Backpackers will be able to enjoy activities in and around Montagu, like cycling. The amazing kitchen space and the pool were stand out

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9
Wonderful
52 reviews
Price from
$14
per night

At Rosies KiteHouse - see fine print for cancellation admin fee

Bloubergstrand

Situated in Bloubergstrand, 500 metres from Blouberg Beach, At Rosies KiteHouse - see fine print for cancellation admin fee features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a barbecue. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

CTICC is 18 km from the hostel, while Robben Island Ferry is 19 km away. Cape Town International Airport is 24 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. 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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9.9
Exceptional
17 reviews
Price from
$57
per night

Long Street Backpackers

City Bowl, Cape Town

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

The Company’s Garden is 300 metres from Longstreet Backpackers, while Long Street Supermarket is 77 metres away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 21 km from Longstreet Backpackers. Amazing staff and Well maintained ❤️

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8.2
Very Good
1,007 reviews
Price from
$16
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. Breakfast was good and tasty, and the location was perfect, walking distance from the hostel to most of the tourist attractions centers and the African art shops

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8.1
Very Good
2,488 reviews
Price from
$15
per night

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