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Travel insights for hostels in Cape Town

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Cape Town including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Cape Town?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Cape Town is January (€12). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cape Town is November (€107).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Cape Town?

The cheapest day to stay in Cape Town is Sunday (€22). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is €37.

How much is a hostel in Cape Town tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cape Town tonight starting as low as €11, rising to an average cost of €37, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €21 for a 4-star hostel in Cape Town for tonight.

How much is a Cape Town hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Cape Town this weekend for as little as €11/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €11/night. For a 4-star hostel in Cape Town, the cheapest rate recently found was €24/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Cape Town?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 72 days before your trip to Cape Town. The lowest price found when booking 72 days ahead was €9 per night.
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Cheapest hostels in Cape Town, South Africa

Discover affordable stays in Cape Town that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Cape Town can be found for as low as €14 per night. There is currently one property in Cape Town that can be booked for this price. A Sunflower Stop Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 9 September 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Cape Town for the selected dates. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
A Sunflower Stop Backpackers
A Sunflower Stop Backpackers

A Sunflower Stop Backpackers

179 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€14
Avg. per night
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91 Loop Boutique Hostel
91 Loop Boutique Hostel

91 Loop Boutique Hostel

91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€14
Avg. per night
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Never at Home Green Point
Never at Home Green Point

Never at Home Green Point

107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€15
Avg. per night
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Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens

Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens

11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€18
Avg. per night
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Riverlodge Backpackers
Riverlodge Backpackers

Riverlodge Backpackers

Oude Molen Eco Village Alexandra Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.5 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
€24
Avg. per night
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Saltycrax Backpackers and Surf Hostel
Saltycrax Backpackers and Surf Hostel

Saltycrax Backpackers and Surf Hostel

20 Briza Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
12.3 km from city centre
Parking
€26
Avg. per night
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MoTown by Mojo
MoTown by Mojo

MoTown by Mojo

16 St Johns Rd, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€31
Avg. per night
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Hostel prices in Cape Town

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Cape Town to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Cape Town at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 9 September 2025.
Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Cape Town.
3 stars
Never at Home Green Point
Never at Home Green Point

Never at Home Green Point

107 Main Road, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
€15
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2 stars and under
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens
Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens

Ashanti Lodge Backpackers Gardens

11 Hof Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
€18
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91 Loop Boutique Hostel
91 Loop Boutique Hostel

91 Loop Boutique Hostel

91 Loop Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
€14
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Other accommodations in Cape Town

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Taj Cape Town
Taj Cape Town

Taj Cape Town

1 Wale Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
€149
Avg. per night
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Extraordinary Family Retreat at Lobster Villa
Extraordinary Family Retreat at Lobster Villa

Extraordinary Family Retreat at Lobster Villa

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
7.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€668
Avg. per night
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Gorgeous George by Design Hotels
Gorgeous George by Design Hotels

Gorgeous George by Design Hotels

118 St Georges Mall, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€165
Avg. per night
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Cresta Grande Cape Town
Cresta Grande Cape Town

Cresta Grande Cape Town

66 Strand Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€71
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Cape Town

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Cape Town to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 9 September 2025.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the Cape Town area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. Clicking on a hostel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

Facts about staying in Cape Town

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Cape Town to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 9 September 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Cape Town?

    €42/night is an average price for a hostel in Cape Town throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in November is the most expensive month to book, and in December is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Cape Town hostels for as low as €8/night. In general, Cape Town hostels for €32 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Cape Town?

    Based on our data, Never at Home Green Point is the best Cape Town hostel, with a rating of 8.6/10 from 1,585 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Cape Town Intl Airport?

    91 Loop Boutique Hostel is the nearest hostel in Cape Town to Cape Town Intl Airport, at a distance of 18.0 km.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Cape Town closest to South African Astronomical Observatory?

    The most popular hostel in Cape Town that’s close to South African Astronomical Observatory is 91 Loop Boutique Hostel. Just 5.6 km separate 91 Loop Boutique Hostel from South African Astronomical Observatory, the city’s most popular attraction. 2,788 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the 91 Loop Boutique Hostel a score of 8.1/10.

  • 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 “Pool” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, 4 Cape Town hostels list “Pool” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Cape Town with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Never at Home Green Point.

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