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THE BIG - Luxury Backpackers

Green Point, Cape Town

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

n
nitin
From
Germany
Great place, great staff, and very roomie! Enjoyed the place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 935 reviews
Price from
$69.72
1 night, 2 adults

Long Street Backpackers

Cape Town CBD, Cape Town

Located on iconic Long Street in the Cape Town City Center, Long Street Backpackers is a party hostel with convenient features such as BBQ facilities, a sun terrace, and communal social areas.

F
Franklin
From
Nigeria
Everything It’s nice and the workers are friendly and good people
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,142 reviews
Price from
$49.85
1 night, 2 adults

91 Loop Boutique Hostel

Cape Town CBD, Cape Town

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

S
Sibongile
From
South Africa
Staff members are very welcoming and friendly. Breakfast at the Restaurant is absolutely delish. Oh I met such an incredible people and made friends. It was indeed a home away from home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,928 reviews
Price from
$39.45
1 night, 2 adults

Never at Home Green Point

Green Point, Cape Town

Welcome to never@home, where accommodations meets adventure! Our Green Point hostel is ideally located within a short walking distance from the famous V&A Waterfront which is jam packed with tourist...

M
Michael Jerls
From
Philippines
Staff were amazing and bed was comfy ☺️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,126 reviews
Price from
$84.97
1 night, 2 adults

Villa Viva Cape Town

Gardens, Cape Town

Villa Viva is a Guest House, a fresh, innovative social business, meeting and networking platform to share and express creative work, social projects and celebrating life.

R
Roe
From
Israel
Most amazing staff I ever met very nice people and amazing people in the hostel to meet really good people ther
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,558 reviews
Price from
$45.74
1 night, 2 adults

SweetStay - Kloof Street

Gardens, Cape Town

Located in Cape Town, 2.2 miles from Robben Island Ferry, SweetStay - Kloof Street provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 184 reviews
Price from
$100.36
1 night, 2 adults

CURIOCITY Green Point

Green Point, Cape Town

Located in Cape Town, a 11-minute walk from Three Anchor Bay Beach, CURIOCITY Green Point provides accommodations with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a bar.

A
Aschalew Kassahun
From
Ethiopia
Didn't use the breakfast. but i am assuming it will be excellent based on the service i've got.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 814 reviews
Price from
$63.40
1 night, 2 adults

Zebra Crossing Backpacker

Gardens, 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.

W
Washington
From
Ghana
I had a splendid experience at Zebra Crossing. Definitely booking again for my next Capetown visit.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 416 reviews
Price from
$46.59
1 night, 2 adults

Never at Home Kloof Street

Gardens, Cape Town

Welcome to never@home, where accommodations meets adventure! Our Kloof Street hostel is perfectly positioned, with restaurants, bars, parks, and shops within walking distance.

C
Colin
From
United States
The location on Kloof St., is great, the kitchen facilities r excellent and the dining area good. Staff r always friendly, easy going and working hard maintaining the premises. My room was comfortable and shower facility good. Never at Home on Kloof is great value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 666 reviews
Price from
$62.34
1 night, 2 adults

House on the Hill

Green Point, 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...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 365 reviews
Price from
$75.29
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 455 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.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,558 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.
Guest review byEmily
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $57.61
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 415 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.
Guest review byMargherita
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $115.58
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 935 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! :)
Guest review byManuela
Solo traveler

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