What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

€28/night is an average price for a hostel in Cape Town throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in December is the most expensive month to book, and in July is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Cape Town hostels for as low as €9/night. In general, Cape Town hostels for €26 or less are a good deal.

What’s the best hostel in Cape Town?

Based on our data, Atlantic Point Backpackers is the best Cape Town hostel, with a rating of 9.4/10 from 17 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Kimberley Backpackers is the nearest hostel in Cape Town to Cape Town Intl Airport, at a distance of 17.5 km.

What area of Cape Town is most popular to stay in?

The most popular neighbourhood is City Centre, with 3% of our users looking to stay in Cape Town searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. Urban Hive Backpackers is a popular hostel in City Centre that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to Victoria & Alfred Waterfront?

The most popular hostel in Cape Town that’s close to Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is Atlantic Point Backpackers. Just 1.0 km separate Atlantic Point Backpackers from Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, the city’s most popular attraction. 17 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Atlantic Point Backpackers a score of 9.4/10.

Should I stay in a Cape Town hostel?

Staying in a Cape Town hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Cape Town tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

Does Cape Town have hostels with “Kitchen/kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

Yes, 5 Cape Town hostels list “Kitchen/kitchenette” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Cape Town with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Villa Viva Cape Town.

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Popular hostels in Cape Town

The following hostels are among the most sought after in the Cape Town area. Users can use the filters present to refine their search even further.

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MoTown by Mojo

16 St Johns Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Situated at the base of Table Mountain, MoTown by Mojo is a comfortable place to stay in Cape Town and features a bowling alley. Guests can also make the most of complimentary internet in all areas.

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

6.6

Good

874 reviews

Location

5.1 km from city centre

€21

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Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens

11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Set in a 19th-century building in Cape Town, Ashanti Lodge Backpackers combines an old-world feel with contemporary amenities, including free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. It is ideally located for those wishing to discover the area's attractions.

Free Wi-Fi

8.4

Excellent

244 reviews

Location

2.9 km from city centre

€15

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Never at Home Green Point

107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Located in Cape Town, the hostel is a short walk from Cape Town Stadium and provides a swimming pool. It offers free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour reception and luggage storage.

Free Wi-Fi

8.8

Excellent

1144 reviews

Location

3.8 km from city centre

€16

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Saltycrax Backpackers and Adventures

20 Briza Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Boasting a bowling alley, Saltycrax Backpackers and Adventures is located in Cape Town and offers comfortable accommodation. It is ideally positioned for those wishing to visit the area's popular attractions.

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7.1

Good

362 reviews

Location

12.3 km from city centre

€22

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Riverlodge Backpackers

Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Riverlodge Backpackers is located in Cape Town and is close to the area's popular attractions. It also provides a kids club, an outdoor pool and an express check-in and check-out feature.

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4.8

Okay

1 reviews

Location

4.5 km from city centre

€27

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@ Rosie's

78 Coral Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

@ Rosie's is situated in Cape Town and features complimentary Wi-Fi. It also offers a sun deck, a tour desk and a swimming pool.

Free Wi-Fi

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9.5

Excellent

13 reviews

Location

13.1 km from city centre

€32

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The Yard - Hostel

20 Roos St, Winslow, Gordon's Bay, Gordon's Bay, Western Cape, South Africa

The Yard Cape Town is located in Cape Town and offers free Wi-Fi.

Free Wi-Fi

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8.5

Excellent

43 reviews

Location

0.5 km from city centre

€51

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Cape Capsules

43 Royal Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Cape Capsules is situated in Cape Town and provides guests with free Wi-Fi. It is ideally located for those wanting to discover the area's attractions.

Free Wi-Fi

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7.4

Good

160 reviews

Location

19.8 km from city centre

€19

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What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

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Should I stay in a Cape Town hostel?

Does Cape Town have hostels with “Kitchen/kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

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