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Hermanus Backpackers & Budget Accommodation

Westcliff, Hermanus

Welcome to Hermanus Backpackers, where comfort meets adventure! Perfectly located just 2625 feet from the Hermanus town center, our hostel puts you within easy reach of vibrant coffee shops,...

R
Runli
From
China
Great memories here, good location and kindly host
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,357 reviews
Price from
$50.03
1 night, 2 adults

Adamastor Backpackers

Muizenberg

Located in Muizenberg, within a 8-minute walk of Muizenberg Beach and 11 miles of Chapman's Peak, Adamastor Backpackers provides accommodations with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the...

N
Nomakhosi
From
South Africa
I liked everything about the place 10/10😍❤️❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews
Price from
$51.47
1 night, 2 adults

Zzzone Boutique Hostel

Hermanus City-Centre, Hermanus

Zzzone Boutique Hostel is attractively located in Hermanus, and has a private beach area, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

B
Beverley
From
Canada
Location to cliff path, restaurants, shopping excellent Lovely, simple and clean rooms
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews
Price from
$45.92
1 night, 2 adults

Nothando Backpackers Lodge

Plettenberg Bay

Located 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.

C
CRISTIAN MITRICA
From
Romania
Everything is amazing there. The owners are the kindest people I've ever met. I traveled in more than 115 countries but I've never met so nice people. The room was very clean, comfortable.. Vinthi, the owner, is the entire day around, she helped me with a lot of things. She even asked her husband to give me a lift early in the morning. The area is very safe, we walked every night to the restaurants. I highly recommend this place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 528 reviews
Price from
$42.70
1 night, 2 adults

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
$77.88
1 night, 2 adults

Cozy Corner Backpackers

Langebaan

Located in Langebaan, 30 miles from Cape Columbine Nature Reserve, Cozy Corner Backpackers provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking and a shared lounge.

L
Louw
From
South Africa
Awesome house awesome location next to the beach
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
Price from
$69.35
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
$45.20
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
$43.23
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
$105.12
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
$62.84
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: $49.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 528 reviews
This was one of my best hostel experiences anywhere in the world. The host went so far out of her way to help with recommendations and to ensure you have a perfect stay. Couldn't rate Nothando's highly enough. Definitely worth staying at if you're in Plettenberg Bay.
Guest review byJeff
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,126 reviews
Great hostel environment with daily organized activities. I stayed in a single room which was comfortable and even had a TV with Netflix account in room. Communal facilities like kitchen and paid parking available, with a bar and chill out areas and a supermarket right next door. Friendly staff and great location.
Guest review byDaniel
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $33.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
+ Clean + Comfy + Friendly + Peaceful All in all lovely backpackers' The owner is really cool and accommodating. Beds snug, and no noice after dark - you'll sleep well. Well situated and SAFE. You'll like it here
Guest review byN i i l o
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,357 reviews
This is an excellent backpackers. One of the best I have stayed in. The staff are amazing and the facilities are great too with a nice common room, well equipped kitchen and good Wi-Fi. They also have a very friendly dog which wags its tail often and it is free to stroke it. This was really good as I have stayed in hostels with dogs before that charge per stroke which has ended up costing me a fortune so this was a welcome bonus that it was free here.
Guest review byJarvis
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,142 reviews
Such an incredible place to relax, chill on your own and meet new people! Exactly what you are looking for in a Backpackers! Thank you for great service and a clean space.
Guest review byMike
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,928 reviews
Exceed my expectations safe clean hostel and a bonus breakfast amazing.
Guest review byPrelene
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $43.24
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
Amazing view, Good vibes and friendly staff Safe Close to the beach and the road Cheap cocktails All in all not a bad choice
Guest review byThomas
Group
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: $33.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews
Great Location and well built backpacker.
Guest review byPortia
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $49.41
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews
This hostel is basically a cheap hotel. The rooms and bathrooms are super clean and have all your needs. The location is spot on. Friendly staff.
Guest review byMarcus
Travelers with friends