Long Street Backpackers

3 stars
209 Long Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
+27 214 230 615
8.1
Very good
based on 1317 reviews
1,317 reviews
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1 room, 2 guests
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Nightly total
Standard Room
£9
Double room
£41
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Overview

Located on iconic Long Street in the Cape Town City Centre, Long Street Backpackers is a party hostel with convenient features such as BBQ facilities, a sun terrace, and communal social areas. We offer dormitory, single, double, and twin accommodations. All rooms have access to a shared bathroom. There is also a shared kitchen and lounge area, as well as a bar with free board games, a console, billiards, and a ping pong table. There are car hire services available within walking distance. The Company's Garden is 300 metres from Long Street Backpackers, Table Mountain is 3.8 kilometers away, and all the best of Cape Town's nightlife and culture are within walking distance. The Cape Town International Airport is 21 km away from Longstreet Backpackers.
8.1
Very good rating
Based on 1,317 verified guest reviews

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Standard Room
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£9
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£10
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£17
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Double room
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£41
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£42
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£43
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Amenities at Long Street Backpackers

  • Adults only
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Night club
  • Laundry service
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Car hire

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Bicycle hire
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Evening entertainment
  • Karaoke
  • Table tennis
  • Pool table
  • Night club

Services and conveniences

  • Car hire
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shared toilet
  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Dustbins

General

  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Lockers
  • Privacy curtain
  • Storage available

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • 24-hour security

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Adults only
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs
  • Designated smoking area

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Grill
  • Outdoor fireplace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Dining

  • Shared kitchen
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Workspace

  • Desk

Fitness

  • Aerobics

Reviews of Long Street Backpackers

8.1
Very good
1317 verified ratings
Wonderful
624
Very good
224
Good
199
Okay
72
Fair
68
Mediocre
38
Poor
92

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally enjoyed the hotel's great location and friendly staff, but many expressed concerns about cleanliness and noise levels. While some found the atmosphere lively and enjoyable, others noted issues with the quality of the rooms and amenities provided.
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Location9.5 out of 10
Service9 out of 10
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Location

209 Long Street, 8000 Cape Town, Western Cape

What's nearby

  • Long Street274 yd
  • Parliament of South Africa439 yd
  • City Bowl0.4 mi
  • Signal Hill0.9 mi
  • Cape Town International Convention Centre0.9 mi
  • Victoria & Alfred Waterfront1.3 mi
  • Cape Town Stadium1.5 mi
  • Table Bay2.6 mi
  • Table Mountain2.6 mi
  • Clifton2.7 mi
  • University of Cape Town3.4 mi
  • Canal Walk5.9 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Long Street Backpackers

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Average price (weekend night)

December
February
£25
Cheapest month to stay with an average 42% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 42% rise in price.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Long Street Backpackers

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Long Street Backpackers, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in December and February.
  • The cheapest price a room at Long Street Backpackers was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £25, while the most expensive was £25.
  • How long should you stay at Long Street Backpackers? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 8 days.

FAQs when booking at Long Street Backpackers

  • Where is Long Street Backpackers located?

    Long Street Backpackers is located at 209 Long Street in City Centre, 1.5 miles from the centre of Cape Town. Long Street is the closest landmark to Long Street Backpackers.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Long Street Backpackers?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Long Street Backpackers.

  • Does Long Street Backpackers offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Long Street Backpackers offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Long Street Backpackers from the airport?

    Long Street Backpackers is 11.2 miles from Cape Town Intl.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Long Street Backpackers hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Long Street Backpackers in Cape Town and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Long Street Backpackers and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Long Street Backpackers.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.6
1.5 mi
Cape Town Intl
11.2 mi

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