Long Street Backpackers

–Excellent location – show map
+80 photos
Scored 8.2
Rated very good

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. We offer dormitory, single, double, and twin accommodations. All rooms have access to a shared bathroom. There is also a shared kitchen and lounge area, as well as a bar with free board games, a console, billiards, and a ping pong table. There are car hire services available within walking distance. The Company's Garden is 984 feet from Long Street Backpackers, Table Mountain is 2.4 miles away, and all the best of Cape Town's nightlife and culture are within walking distance. The Cape Town International Airport is 13 mi away from Longstreet Backpackers.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bar
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Shange
South Africa South Africa
“Friendly staff and always willing to assist. Both lady and gentleman very professional.”
Juel
Angola Angola
“Helpful staff and welcoming atmosphere It feels like home specially when it comes to longer stays”
Kristin
Australia Australia
“I had the best time here! Met the nicest people and staff were incredible and of course the star of the show Tate! We love him he made this trip unforgettable. Can’t wait to come back”
Tsambo
South Africa South Africa
“Cool sport with lively environment for young students”
Joseph
South Africa South Africa
“Tendai was awesome and immediately friendly and welcoming even though he knew I'd only be staying there for 1 day. And even extend d his hospitality to join on hikes and stuff like that while I'm in Cape Town.”
Franklin
Nigeria Nigeria
“Everything It’s nice and the workers are friendly and good people”
Yeongcheongeun
South Korea South Korea
“The staff were incredibly friendly, and the other guests were such wonderful people as well. Thanks to them, I could truly relax and get some great travel tips. The draft beer at the bar was fantastic! I was especially grateful that they...”
Oluwasegun
Nigeria Nigeria
“The hospitality, the location itself and the bar included. The workers, especially mara and talent they been a wonderful help.”
Ajiboyenle
South Africa South Africa
“You’d be welcomed warmly by the staff upon your arrival and they help you out with whatever you need easily without having to say too much.”
Zabdi
Mexico Mexico
“Well located, it has everything you need. The staff is very friendly and it has a great bar.”

Area info

Amenities of Long Street Backpackers

Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bar
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry

House rules

Long Street Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 60 years old
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a passport upon check-in.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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