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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 May (€12). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Cape Town is September (€65).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Cape Town is Tuesday (€10). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is €25.

How much is a hostel in Cape Town tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Cape Town tonight starting as low as €9, rising to an average cost of €32, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €19 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 €10/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €10/night. For a 4-star hostel in Cape Town, the cheapest rate recently found was €18/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 €10 per night. There is currently one property in Cape Town that can be booked for this price. Long Street Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 25 July 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.
Long Street Backpackers
Long Street Backpackers

Long Street Backpackers

209 Long Street, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€10
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
€13
Avg. per night
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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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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
€15
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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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
€27
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Cape Town

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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
€631
Avg. per night
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Melkbos Beach Cottage
Melkbos Beach Cottage

Melkbos Beach Cottage

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
25.9 km from city centre
€63
Avg. per night
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St James Guest Houses
St James Guest Houses

St James Guest Houses

108 Main Road St.James, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
21.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€143
Avg. per night
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Surferscorner Self Catering Apartments
Surferscorner Self Catering Apartments

Surferscorner Self Catering Apartments

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
20.2 km from city centre
€64
Avg. per night
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Blackheath Lodge
Blackheath Lodge

Blackheath Lodge

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
4.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€141
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 25 July 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 25 July 2025.

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

    €41/night is an average price for a hostel in Cape Town throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in September is the most expensive month to book, and in August is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Cape Town hostels for as low as €7/night. In general, Cape Town hostels for €24 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 1,570 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 Victoria & Alfred Waterfront?

    The most popular hostel in Cape Town that’s close to Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is Big Blue Backpackers. Just 0.9 km separate Big Blue Backpackers from Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, the city’s most popular attraction. 1,181 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Big Blue Backpackers a score of 7.2/10.

  • 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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