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Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

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Consider a stay at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge and take advantage of an airport shuttle, a corner/local shop and a terrace. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with shopping on-site and a garden.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$53
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Room options

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A bed with striped bedding and red pillows, a red lamp on a side table, and a large plant.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bunk bed with a floral pillow, a white plastic chair, and a red patterned rug.

Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Basic Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Cape Town, Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge is in the historical district and on the riverwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Camps Bay Beach and Table Mountain. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Newlands Stadium or Newlands Cricket Ground. Visit our Cape Town travel guide
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A1, Oude Molen Eco Village, Alexandra Road, Pinelands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7405

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with modern buildings, a large stadium, and mountains in the background.
    Cape Town International Convention Centre
    10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • A building with a sign for 'Long Street Hotel' and 'Buena Vista Social Cafe'.
    Long Street
    10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • A coastal town with a rocky mountain range in the background, calm water reflecting the scenery, and a sandy beach with people and buildings.
    Camps Bay Beach
    25 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Mowbray Golf Club
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • South African Astronomical Observatory
    4 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Pinelands Station
    8 min walk
  • Cape Town Station
    15 min drive
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Akoo Coffee
    6 min drive
  • Prashad Café Rondebosch (previously Maharajah Vegetarian)
    6 min drive
  • KAUAI
    6 min drive
  • The Pot Luck Club & Gallery
    5 min drive
  • Fraiche Ayres
    4 min drive

About this property

Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge

  • Hostel near Cape Town International Convention Centre
  • Take advantage of an airport shuttle, a corner/local shop and a terrace at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as shopping on-site and a garden.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self-parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and barbecues
    • Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and a TV in reception
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge have comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Know thy Farmer

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On the riverwalk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for ZAR 160.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 200 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: ZAR 100 (one-way), (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: ZAR 160.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Frequently asked questions

Does Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge on 23 Aug 2026 start from NZ$53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

Check-in start time: 11 AM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Does Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 9:00 AM-3:00 PM on request. A fee of ZAR 200 per person applies.

Where is Lighthouse Farm Backpackers Lodge located?

Situated on the riverwalk, this hostel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Vincent Pallotti Hospital and within 3 miles (5 km) of Cape Town Science Centre and Groote Schuur Hospital. University of Cape Town and Rondebosch Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km). Pinelands Station is 8 minutes by foot and Observatory Station is 26 minutes.

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