Hostels in Cape Town

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Tonight
May 13 - May 14
Tomorrow
May 14 - May 15
This weekend
May 17 - May 19
Next weekend
May 24 - May 26

Featured Hostels in Cape Town

Trail's End - Hostel
Equipment storage
Trail's End - Hostel
1.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"Amazing stay at TrailsEnd. Perfect for a group. Great pump track and trails! Better signage on mtn bike trails would be helpful! Lots of love and effort going into the trails here. "
The price is NZ$122
per night
14 May - 15 May
Trail's End - Hostel
Zebra Crossing Backpackers
Courtyard
Zebra Crossing Backpackers
2.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
"Loved staying at this hostel. Very centrally located and the staff (Doniel , Brownyn and Arthur) were terrific and very helpful. Would definitely stay here during my next visit to Cape Town."
The price is NZ$89
per night
19 May - 20 May
Zebra Crossing Backpackers
@ Rosie's - Hostel
Pillow-top beds, cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
@ Rosie's - Hostel
1.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Stunning views. Great Location. Very close to the beach."
@ Rosie's - Hostel
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91 Loop - Hostel
Private King/Twin
91 Loop - Hostel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (104)
"Had a wonderful stay at 91 Loop. The location is great and I enjoyed the free breakfast each morning. The staff is friendly and my room was comfortable and clean. Would highly recommend."
The price is NZ$58
per night
17 May - 18 May
91 Loop - Hostel
Villa Viva Hostel
Outdoor pool
Villa Viva Hostel
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (106)
"I LOVE this place!!! Architecturally & environmentally so pleasant, flowing interesting. Kind & friendly staff. Clean, quiet. I could stay forever"
The price is NZ$63
per night
24 May - 25 May
Villa Viva Hostel
Never at Home Green Point - Hostel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Never at Home Green Point - Hostel
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (91)
"Regular annual trip to Cape Town for rugby sevens great place to stay and staff great help there is a supermarket next door so very convenient place "
The price is NZ$110
per night
14 May - 15 May
Never at Home Green Point - Hostel
Atlantic Point Backpackers
Shared Dormitory (6 Bed Mixed Dorm)
Atlantic Point Backpackers
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (94)
"Not stating the truth on their booking site. Driver does not operate airport as mentioned. Nightshift receiption Guard leaves a late arrival exposed to dangers of the thiefs walking around. I had opened a criminal case and is awaiting this false pretences of services to be handles by a criminal court. Plus when l arrive on this booking "my booking was cancelles without any notice and again the same business and now other employes try to coverup the crime of the case l made and police said...
Atlantic Point Backpackers
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (46)
"The staffs are great people and always ready to help you out ."
The price is NZ$75
per night
15 May - 16 May
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge
Fitness facility
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge
2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6)
"The atmosphere was good and friendly. Staffs were helpful and the lodge is in a secured environment."
The price is NZ$42
per night
24 May - 25 May
Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge
Never at Home Kloof Street
Hiking
Never at Home Kloof Street
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (7)
"The place is just too noisy, do not stay here if you want to get any sleep. When doors close it vibrates through the whole building plus the noise of people drunk leaving the bar and running through the corridors and stairs is too much."
The price is NZ$99
per night
14 May - 15 May
Never at Home Kloof Street
Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel
Courtyard
Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4)
"At reception, they were friendly and helpful but our wasn't up standard...e. g no tv, toilet paper, towels "
The price is NZ$124
per night
18 May - 19 May
Curiocity Cape Town - Hostel
A Sunflower Stop - Hostel
Outdoor pool
A Sunflower Stop - Hostel
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (55)
"I loved staying at the Sunflower Stop. It was a clean, nice hostel. My only complaint was that the room I was staying in was pretty noisy so it was sometimes hard to fall asleep at night and the door was really difficult to unlock. I would stay here again though!"
A Sunflower Stop - Hostel
33 South Backpackers
Exterior
33 South Backpackers
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"Good value for money"
33 South Backpackers
Urban Hive Backpackers
Terrace/patio
Urban Hive Backpackers
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (63)
"Very homey and I love that "
The price is NZ$48
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Urban Hive Backpackers
Long Street Backpackers
Basic Single Room | Living area
Long Street Backpackers
2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (21)
"Double booked "
Long Street Backpackers
Riverlodge Backpackers
BBQ/picnic area
Riverlodge Backpackers
3.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (7)
"Ok"
The price is NZ$52
per night
14 May - 15 May
Riverlodge Backpackers
Forty8 Backpackers - Hostel
Front of property
Forty8 Backpackers - Hostel
4.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (11)
"Nice place situated downtown. Not best area at night but fine during the day. Right next to the market and some restaurants."
Forty8 Backpackers - Hostel
Helpmin Hotel - Hostel
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Helpmin Hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (3)
"The location is close to a lot of stores and services. The staff was very helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. We travelled with a large group of many different ages for a graduation and this choice worked well for us all"
Helpmin Hotel - Hostel
iKhaya Stellenbosch Backpackers
Front of property
iKhaya Stellenbosch Backpackers
1.5 star property
6.2 out of 10, (8)
"The hostel is basic, but provides clean and comfortable beds and a clean bathroom. The staff were excellent - very helpful and genuinely friendly. The location is central, perfect for having a good evening out in Stellenbosch."
iKhaya Stellenbosch Backpackers
MoTown by Mojo - Hostel
Terrace/patio
MoTown by Mojo - Hostel
2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (11)
"Everything was awesome "
MoTown by Mojo - Hostel
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Other property types in Cape Town

The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
Outdoor pool
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (394)
"The property is well located and has an amazing Mountain View. Additionally,the parking was amazing and so easy to access."
The price is NZ$246
per night
26 May - 27 May
The Onyx Apartment Hotel by NEWMARK
The Residences at Crystal Towers
Three-Bedroom Exclusive Penthouse | Terrace/patio
The Residences at Crystal Towers
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (78)
"Great place "
The price is NZ$107
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
The Residences at Crystal Towers
Neighbourgood Reserve
Exterior
Neighbourgood Reserve
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (11)
"I loved the historical building. The loft rooms were trendy and nicely decorated. The reception staff were very friendly and helpful. Could have been a bit more attention to detail, like marks on the couch cushions that could have been cleaned off. There is no parking if you come in a vehicle and we had to leave our car in the street which we weren't very happy about. There was a guard there and the car was fine though."
The price is NZ$71
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Neighbourgood Reserve
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Cape Town Hostels information

Number of reviews
642
Accommodation
42 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$42
Highest Price
NZ$124

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Cape Town?
By going with a hostel, you can reduce your spending on accommodations and use more of your money for going out during your stay. You can check out cultural highlights like the museums in this destination, or enjoy the local tours and other activities.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many forms, but all of them have three main qualities in common, including low prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
How many hostels will I find in Cape Town?
If you’re looking for somewhere affordable to stay in Cape Town, one of Expedia’s 44 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Cape Town?
Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually January and February, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are July and August, with an average of 14°C. Average annual precipitation for Cape Town is 563 mm.
What is there to see and do in Cape Town?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might appreciate some places near Cape Town. Get out into nature with places such as Company’s Garden, Signal Hill and Green Point Park. Cultural attractions include Cape Town City Hall, District Six Museum and Artscape Theatre Centre. Visit landmarks such as Castle of Good Hope, Robben Island and Spier Wine Estate.
What's the best way to get to and around Cape Town while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Cape Town on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.), 10.5 mi (16.9 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Esplanade Station, Woodstock Station and Salt River Station. Train stations including Cape Town Station and Cape Town Bellville Station make it easy to explore more of the area.

Recent Reviews in Cape Town
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StayEasy Cape Town City Bowl

StayEasy Cape Town City Bowl

5/5 Excellent
"Staff were amazing. Close to many restaurants. Close to waterfront. Clean hotel. "
A verified traveller stayed at StayEasy Cape Town City Bowl
Posted 2 days ago
StayEasy Cape Town City Bowl