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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.

You can engage in various activities, such as golfing and diving. Village Square is 1 km from Hermanus Backpackers & Budget Accommodation, while Hamilton Russel Vineyards is 3.6 km away. The nearest airport is Cape Town International Airport, 77 km from Hermanus Backpackers & Budget Accommodation. Super cozy and spacious room, ideal for a small family, really close to the town-center, plenty of parking space, and a nice common living room, ideal for meeting other travelers.

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9
Wonderful
1,298 reviews
Price from
$14
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. Everything was perfect. It was a nice stay. Everyone was nice and helpful. Thank you

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9.1
Wonderful
597 reviews
Price from
$31
per night

@ Rosie's

Bloubergstrand

@ Rosie's offers accommodation in Bloubergstrand, a short walk from Blouberg's Beach Boulevard. There is a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering and a dining room table where guests can enjoy their meals. 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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9.5
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
$36
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. Very cool vibe that attracts nice people. I met friends received lots of help and felt welcomed at all times.Thank you!

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8.2
Very Good
1,020 reviews
Price from
$9
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. The team of 91 Loop Boutique Hostel are very attentive, always willing to help and very funny. I will always indicate the hostel for all. Bye

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8.3
Very Good
2,149 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. the nicest and most helpful staff ever, amazing atmosphere for solo travelers

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8.8
Excellent
1,144 reviews
Price from
$19
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 staff was very nice, the location is great with only 3 minutes walking from the beach, and our room at the top had the most wonderful view over the beach. The hostel has a really nice terrace with lot's of seating, a pool table, a bar, and a pizza oven. The place overall had a very nice vibe, and is a local hang out place, especially on open mic nights!

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8.5
Very Good
359 reviews
Price from
$15
per night

Zzzone Boutique Hostel

Hermanus City-Centre, Hermanus

Situated in Hermanus, within 300 metres of Village Square and 9 km of Hamilton Russel Vineyards, Zzzone Boutique Hostel provides accommodation with free WiFi. The accommodation features a front desk and a shared lounge for guests. great place to stay, I will come again, and I will send people, very nice, quiet and clean place and the situation is perfect

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8.9
Excellent
191 reviews
Price from
$27
per night

Zebra Crossing Backpacker

City Bowl, Cape Town

Table Mountain is 5.3 km from Zebra Crossing Backpacker, while CTICC is 6.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cape Town International, 21 km from the hostel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Everything, easy to get to from airport, easy to find, accommodating staff. All were very helpful, even the guests. I do recommend that you have Uber of Bolt app if you don't have a vehicle. For those that are used to city noise and cars, my tiny room was perfect. It is the cold season so warm PJs and slippers would have been 🙂

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8.5
Very Good
374 reviews
Price from
$17
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. It is a very warm and welcoming place. It is closed to the kitesurfing beach, walking distance from the harbour and restaurant and shops. The swimming pool area is a nice stop after a day out and about. I had the chance to share a delicious potjie meal ! Thank you very much to the cook.

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8.8
Excellent
179 reviews
Price from
$13
per night

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